Texas Bicycling News – September 7, 2023
New ‘Bicycle Tree Sculpture’ unveiled at Rick Klein Sports Complex
by Matthew Watkins | abc7amarillo.com
AMARILLO, Texas (KVII) — Rick Klein Trails is now home to a new sculpture trying to capture the spirit of the trails, trees and bicycles.
The Bicycle Tree Sculpture was created and donated by local artist Orville Ladehoff and others to the City of Amarillo Parks and Recreation Department.
It was unveiled at 11 a.m. at the Rick Klein Sports Complex, located at 3901 Grand Street.
“The City of Amarillo Parks and Recreation Department is thrilled to add this one-of-a-kind art to the Rick Klein Sports Complex,” said COA Director of Parks and Recreation Michael Kashuba. “The sculpture symbolizes what …
The Livestrong Challenge is on Sept. 10! ?? Drive with caution and watch for bicyclists, runners, and walkers downtown.
— ATX Transportation and Public Works (@austinmobility) September 7, 2023
Major road closures include sections of Riverside Drive, South 1st Street, and Cesar Chavez Street.
More details on closures here: https://t.co/oYtTFWnzVp pic.twitter.com/DyG5JwhXJB
PdN Trail advocates and cycling enthusiasts gathered for a 22-mile bike ride on the Playa Drain Trail from @ttuhsc to Capistrano Park and back. Learn more about the Trail at https://t.co/7ONH69UN4Y. #InvestingInHealth #trails #activeliving pic.twitter.com/y5rneLB8sv
— PdNH Foundation (@PdNHFoundation) September 7, 2023
Rode my best 50k time ever yesterday…zone two (I don’t have a power meter or HR monitor so just going off ~vibes~ tbh) summer riding has really paid off.
— leni (@now_lennerz) September 7, 2023
If I can manage no catastrophic crashes then I think I’ll be an outside contender for all the races next spring. pic.twitter.com/XS4uPs5wgP
"We invite our local cycling communities, our local governments and any stakeholders who would like to enhance safety and connectivity for cyclists in our region," Pedraza said. https://t.co/pGQ3Jfvzme
— NBC 23 RGV (@kveotv23) September 7, 2023
Ladies, find a fancy outfit, decorate your bicycle and get ready for the Fancy Women Bike Ride on Sunday, September 17th at 11:30 AM starting on the courthouse lawn in downtown.
— Bike Denton (@bikedenton) September 7, 2023
Ride will be a kid-friendly pace, roughly two flat miles, and will take about 30 minutes. pic.twitter.com/O5kuoX25U2
TxDOT seeks public input on local bicycle transportation routes
by: Gabriela Gonzalez | www.valleycentral.com
PHARR, Texas (ValleyCentral) — The Texas Department of Transportation announced new bicycle routes and improvements are in the works for the South Texas region.
The TxDOT Pharr District will host a virtual public meeting regarding the development of district bicycle plans along the state.
Residents will be able to attend the meeting to give input on location priorities for bicycle transportation, how to improve bicycling and which routes should serve as long-distance Bicycle Tourism Trails. …
Man life-flighted after ‘car vs. bike’ collision in East Texas
by: Luke Whitney | www.ketk.com
PAYNE SPRINGS, Texas (KETK) – A man was life-flighted after a “car vs. bike” collision in Payne Springs.
At 8:14 a.m. on Thursday, Payne Springs Fire Rescue volunteers responded to reports of a “car vs. bike” collision on Lakeland Road near the entrance of the Del Mar subdivision. …
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Fort Worth Bicycling Association | www.fwbaclub.org
8:00 AM Start Chisholm Rusty Chain Gang Ramble Tue, September 12, 2023 8:00 AM 4936 McPherson Blvd, Fort Worth, TX
https://www.fwbaclub.org/event-5391422
8 AM Start Burleson and Beyond Thu, September 14, 2023 8:00 AM Spokes Parking Lot, 155 W Bufford St., Burleson, TX
https://www.fwbaclub.org/event-5391444
Rusty Romp Thu, September 14, 2023 8:00 AM Benbrook YMCA, 1899 Winscott Road, Benbrook, TX 76126
https://www.fwbaclub.org/event-5391461
Bridgeland – Detour Road Closed – Craft Beer Cellar – 9/7/2023 Harris County, Texas
Marjoe Q. Borromeo | strava.com
