Great Springs Project’s trail network between San Antonio and Austin continues to grow

By Jack Morgan | www.texasstandard.org

A 102-acre purchase adds another link to the endeavor that will connect both cities by 2036. The Great Springs Project aims to someday create a whole new route between San Antonio and Austin, without driving a mile on I-35. And it’s not for people in a rush, either.

That’s because those traveling this route won’t be driving a car. They’ll be riding a bike, or walking.

The Great Springs Project’s Emma Lindrose-Siegel explained that it “is a nonprofit organization incorporated in Texas with a two-fold mission. The first is to build a hike and bike trail connecting the four great springs of Central Texas from the Alamo to the Capitol.” …

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Video: SA cyclist warns parkgoers to remain alert after being shot at while biking along northside trail

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Get Ready for the MARFA100: A Premier Cycling Event in Marfa, Texas

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Cycling enthusiasts, mark your calendars for October 19, 2024, as the MARFA100 event returns, promising exciting race options and a vibrant community atmosphere. This event offers something for every cyclist, from a challenging 100K race to a fun 50K ride and a flexible virtual ride option.

The 100K race includes chip timing with a “gun start,” an event T-shirt, and tickets for lunch and a beer at the post-race party. Participants will enjoy fully stocked aid stations along the course, which features an out-and-back route with a turn-around at mile 31 and a total elevation gain of approximately 2,800 feet. Age category winners will receive awards, and overall winners in …

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1 person seriously hurt after crash with bicycle on South Loop 289, Lubbock PD said

by: Caitlyn Rooney | www.everythinglubbock.com

LUBBOCK, Texas — The Lubbock Police Department said a crash between a vehicle and a bicyclist near South Loop 289 and University Avenue early Monday morning left one person with serious injuries. LPD said the call came in around 5:21 a.m. Check back for updates.

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Austin, CapMetro to roll out bike, pedestrian safety upgrades downtown

by: Kelsey Thompson | www.kxan.com

AUSTIN (KXAN) — Safety enhancements are coming to a stretch of downtown Austin, courtesy a collaboration between CapMetro and the City of Austin, including the city’s mobility bonds program.

The two entities coordinated on pedestrian safety upgrades and improved cycling infrastructure on Trinity Street and San Jacinto Boulevard, with the project corridor running from Cesar Chavez Street to East Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.

Specific enhancements include: …

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Improvements to Trinity St. and San Jacinto Blvd. on the way

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AUSTIN, Texas – The City of Austin and CapMetro will be making improvements to Trinity Street and San Jacinto Boulevard.

According to the city, there will be a series of enhancements to Trinity Street and San Jacinto Boulevard between East Cesar Chavez Street and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard.

The enhancements will support transit operations, improve bicycle and pedestrian safety and accommodate existing vehicle operations. …

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League of American Bicyclists Seeks Community Feedback Regarding Riding in Richardson

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The League of American Bicyclists has released its annual Bicycle Friendly Community Public Survey, which includes Richardson. The survey aims to gauge a national census of Americans’ experiences and perceptions of riding a bike in different communities across the U.S. Results from the survey will help the League as it determines a future ranking for Richardson’s “bike-friendly” status.

About the Survey

This year, nearly 100 communities submitted applications to the League’s Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) program. Input from Richardson residents will help the League better understand current bicycling conditions and identify potential areas for improvement in the community. The League values feedback from people who …

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Junior Squad Excel at Nats!

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6 of our top Junior Riders led by Coach Carl along with several dedicated parents headed to Jerry Baker Velodrome last week find out how they got on below. This weekend our Masters are in Rock Hill for Nats and we have 2 racer development classes plus MP Crits week 5!

Upcoming Events 6:45pm Fri 16th August – FNR Olympics

6pm Sat 17th August – Atomic TT Series p/b Hammertime Finals

Tuesday Nights

6-8:30pm July 23rd to August 13th – Track Racer Development Series

Wednesday Nights

4:30-8:30pm July 17th to Aug 28th – Memorial Park Criterium Series (@Memorial Park) …

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Upcoming Rides

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UBG 26 mile Wednesday Night Wednesday, August 7, 2024 @ 6:30 PM

Hump Day Ride with NWCC Wednesday, August 7, 2024 @ 7:30 AM

CCC Gravel Levee Wednesday, August 7, 2024 @ 6:30 PM

Taco Wednesday Wednesday, August 7, 2024 @ 6:00 PM

The Boot ReReBoot Wednesday, August 7, 2024 @ 6:30 PM

MCC – Spectators Thursday Night Ride Thursday, August 8, 2024 @ 6:30 PM

Trek West U | Beginners (THU) Thursday, August 8, 2024 @ 6:30 PM

Look Pro Go Kind of Slow Thursday, August 8, 2024 @ 7:00 PM

MCC Thursday Morning Habanero Ride Thursday, August 8, 2024 @ 6:30 AM

JL/MTHCC Thursday Power Hour Thursday, August 8, 2024 @ 6:30 AM

New Magnolia Brewing Co. Bikes and Beers Thursday, August 8, 2024 @ 6:30 PM

Morning SBux Crew – Thurs Thursday, August 8, 2024 @ 6:30 AM

MCC Sienna ride up Thursday, August 8, 2024 @ 6:05 AM

Trek West U Bridges Thursday, August 8, 2024 @ 6:30 PM

Woodlands Coffee & Love Ride Friday, August 9, 2024 @ 7:00 AM

JL Friday Power Hour Friday, August 9, 2024 @ 6:00 AM

R3-Saturday 50 Saturday, August 10, 2024 @ 7:30 AM

NWCC Coffee Ride Saturday, August 10, 2024 @ 8:00 AM

Zube Saturdays with NWCC Saturday, August 10, 2024 @ 7:00 AM

UBG Saturday – 23 miles Saturday, August 10, 2024 @ 8:00 AM

R3- 38 mile Saturday, August 10, 2024 @ 7:30 AM

Bike Medicine Saturday, Sunday Structured Training Rides – Spring & Summer Saturday, August 10, 2024 @ 7:30 AM

R3 Ride 33 Saturday, August 10, 2024 @ 7:30 AM

CCC Saturday’24 Saturday, August 10, 2024 @ 7:00 AM

TREK WEST U | GROUP C (SAT) Saturday, August 10, 2024 @ 8:30 AM

Spring Creek Greenway 36 miles Saturday, August 10, 2024 @ 7:30 AM

SCN Saturday Morning Ride Saturday, August 10, 2024 @ 7:00 AM

JCC’s Jamaica Independence Ride 2024 Saturday, August 10, 2024 @ 6:30 AM

UBG Sunday ride – 39 miles Sunday, August 11, 2024 @ 7:30 AM

Sunday Starbucks Ride with NWCC Sunday, August 11, 2024 @ 7:00 AM

JL Sunday Funday “Recovery” Ride Sunday, August 11, 2024 @ 7:00 AM

MCC Coffee Ride – Blendin Coffee Shop Sunday, August 11, 2024 @ 7:00 AM

SUGAR RUSH AUGUST Sunday, August 11, 2024 @ 7:00 AM

Morning SBux Crew – Watts/Camp Sienna/Heritage Park Monday, August 12, 2024 @ 6:30 AM

JL Monday Power Hour Monday, August 12, 2024 @ 6:00 AM

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