It’s been almost 2 years since my last ride on this route. Lead-in 1/10th mile, total distance 18.5 miles, 834 ft elevation gain. Combination of Hilly Roads and Flat Roads for a long double loop of the island. The route goes over the same climb in both directions as the SportTracks ride summary shows. That was where the climbing concentrated but there were a couple of short steep climbs. I saw 12% briefly in a spot other than the big climbs. I missed the first sprint with my attention elsewhere but did much better riding the same sprint in the opposite direction. I continued my streak of riding this week each day. Strava shows this PR on Figure 8 Reverse (1:08:27). SportTracks shows the March 8th ride was faster.
When I woke up this morning it was 30 degrees outside but warmed quickly into the 50’s. When I settled into getting ready to ride Zwift it hovered around 60 degrees. The next 3 days will be cold and colder.
1-13-2024 SportTracks Ride History Zwift Watopia Figure 8 Reverse
The hills of Texas are not the first place most people would expect to find a ski lift. And yet, in the hill country, you will find Spider Mountain Bike Park, the only lift-served bike park in the state.
On January 11, 2024, the park announced it was expanding. See pictures of the construction below.
This new trail, which has yet to be named, will hopefully open on February 9th for Spider’s Hill Country Downhill series. Though little info has been given, based on …
Looking for safety gear? Bike shops have knowledgeable staff to help fit you for the proper equipment, and give you tips on how to ride safely. Check out some of these shops in the San Antonio area, and remember to use a helmet every time you ride. #EndTheStreakTXpic.twitter.com/7cmFs5N6DV
Day 1: El Paso to Fort Hancock: Tailwinds, Pecans, and Small Burritos
Friday January 12, 2024, 51 miles (82 km) – Total so far: 51 miles (82 km)
We woke up to calmer skies in El Paso. Yesterday we had a huge wind and dust storm blow through so we opted to be safe and sheltered.
But now we head out on Section 3 of the Southern Tier. We decided trying to get to Sierra Blanca in one go would be too much. So Fort Hancock and it’s one lodging establishment will have to do.
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While traditional winter sports like basketball and wrestling take the spotlight, Texas NICA introduces a different kind of athletic pursuit – mountain bike racing. In this season, high school athletes navigate outdoor trails, embracing the challenges of our Texas winter – from sub-freezing temperatures in January to 100+ in April!
What School Sports are in the Winter? Texas Mountain Biking!
Rather than staying indoors, Texas NICA riders venture onto outdoor trails and local parks for training over the first part of the season (October-January). The focus is on …
The Fort Bend County district attorney’s office officials hope the purchase of two electric bicycles will help further the county’s mission to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety.
At the Jan. 9 Commissioners Court meeting, Fort Bend County commissioners approved the DA office’s request to purchase the e-bikes using funding from its asset forfeiture fund, which comes from property seizures made in criminal investigations, according to the U.S. Department of Justice.
Although other law enforcement agencies have begun implementing two-wheeled fleets, it’s a …
INSANELY windy, but still dry and I got off work early enough to get a little ride in. I left from #MyOldShop in Boerne once more, and I’m actually hoping to some day be back here permanently.????? I better get some rest because I’m supposed to go on a group ride leaving from Comfort tomorrow! Glad we’re getting these rides in before the blizzard is supposed to hit. ? As always, I thank my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, for saving me both spiritually, and physically thus enabling me to return to this sport that I love, and I thank Him for another safe ride with zero mechanicals or flats.
The 70 degree weather lasted one day. When I woke up this morning the wind was strong and the temperature slowly dropping from 63 degrees. It is January. This meant today’s bike ride was going to be in Zwift. I was thinking ahead a couple of days ago on which route to ride and the Watopia Sugar Cookie came to mind. The 24.2 miles was long enough and I thought my legs would power me up the 846 feet elevation gain. That happened today. In November I rode this route twice. As the ride progressed I thought today was going to be slower than those two but it turned out it was faster, enough to get the Strava PR on Sugar Cookie (1:19:49) plus two others: 2nd fastest time on Epic KOM – Start to Bypass Intersection (10:17) and 2nd fastest time on Epic KOM Bypass – Westbound (4:42). I thought climbing the Epic KOM I was going slow. I was out of the saddle whenever the gradient hit 8% or more.
1-12-2024 SportTracks Ride History Zwift Watopia Sugar Cookie
The profile on Strava flattens out the Epic KOM and SportTracks seems more representative.
Georgetown officials are proposing to implement bicycle connections and seating and lighting improvements throughout the Square under the new Downtown Master Plan.
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The priority is creating connections from downtown to surrounding green spaces, according to city documents.
The proposed bicycle connections will run on:
Rock Street from Eighth Street to Blue Hole Park
Main Street from Sixth Street to San Gabriel River Trail
Eighth Street from Rock Street to Chautauqua Park
Officials are also looking to implement a series of furnishings to complement and enhance the character and aesthetic of downtown and the Square. Potential additions include: …
LOS FRESNOS, Texas (ValleyCentral) — A man is in critical condition after being struck by a car while on his bike last night in Los Fresnos.
According to Los Fresnos police, the man was riding his bicycle northbound on FM 803 when he was struck by an SUV in front of Los Fresnos United.
Police received a call about the collision at 5:50 p.m. Wednesday. They say the driver of the SUV did stop to render aid. The bicyclist was transported to a local hospital and remains in critical condition.
