Made in Tarrant: River Oaks bicycle shop aims to get beginning riders out on the Fort Worth streets and trails

by Shomial Ahmad | fortworthreport.org

Editor’s note: Made in Tarrant is an occasional Q&A series on small businesses started in Tarrant County. Submit your business here.

Roque Puente started Bicycle Center of Fort Worth around two decades ago. A lifelong bicycler, he’s seen a lot of changes in the bike business given the increased interest in getting around on two wheels. He learned the tricks of trade by working at many bike stores, and is dedicated to providing bikes to people who are just starting to ride, helping them to find a bicycle that fits their needs and budget. Puente talked to Fort Worth Report’s Shomial Ahmad about how he got started, how the business has changed, and the best places to explore by bicycle. …

George Curry 1945 – 2024

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George W Curry passed away peacefully at his home in Conroe, TX on August 31, 2024, the day after his 79th birthday. George was born in the Oak Cliff neighborhood of Dallas to George W Curry, Sr. and Lucille Lorraine Clark. He was a proud member of the Sunset High School class of 1963 and received his Bachelors in Marketing from the University of North Texas. George was a high-spirited, enterprising go-getter who forged his own path. He was an honored Eagle Scout, cheerleader for the Sunset Bisons, and a participant in the 1964 U.S. Olympic Trials for cycling. With a love for cycling and a strong entrepreneurial spirit, in 1970, George founded Curry Distributors, Inc, importing and distributing bicycle components. He designed and manufactured high-performance aluminum alloy racing road bikes that were truly ahead of their time. CDI’s sponsorship benefited BMX racing in its earliest days, earning George a spot in the Texas BMX Hall of Fame. George continued his passion for international business in automotive imports, and later in his career was dedicated to marketing and promoting health and wellness products worldwide. …

Biking for Babies Across America

By Gerry Fornes

Day 15: Van Horn to Marta, TX Saturday September 14, 2024, 75 miles (121 km) – Total so far: 720 miles (1,159 km) Vinny – mostly a slight incline wih a moderate headwind

Day 16: Marfa to Sanderson, TX Sunday September 15, 2024, 101 miles (163 km) – Total so far: 821 miles (1,321 km) Gerry – Vinny continues to plow forward though the unforgiving state of Texas. I continue to train for the 400+ mile Mountain to Coast ride in NC in three weeks. One factor for returning home early is that my lower back/sciatic nerve issue (of which I’ve never experienced in my life) continues to cause discomfort, not while riding per say, but when I stand up out of the saddle. No more 80 lb fully loaded bike riding for me! I rode 60+ miles today from Pataskala to Utica, OH.

Vinny – last 35 miles I needed to hitch a ride due to multiple tire failures. The winds are brutal. Tomorrow is a 90 mile day with no services in route. Will get a predawn start to beat the largest gusts.

Morning Ride Dallas County, Texas

David Sherrill | strava.com

Time Lapse. Harris County, Texas

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Morning Ride Houston, Texas

Megan Stevens | strava.com

UBG steady recovery ride with Laura pulling the whole way!!!