Friday Film Fun: The Dutch Side Saddle Hop
by elliott      Austin on Two Wheels
With cyclocross season fast approaching, we hope you can join us for our third cyclocross skills practice this Sunday at 6:30 PM, this time at Garrison Park. Being a clinic open to beginners, we’ll tackle the most important skill newbies need to learn: dismounting and remounting the bike. We’ll…
6:20pm – Nano Steamer   Corinth Cycling Club
by scottfranklin@gmail.com
When: Thu Sep 15, 2011 6:20pm to Thu Sep 15, 2011 7:20pm CDT
Where: Corinth City Hall
Event Description: This is a group training ride with no attacks or finish line sprints. The pace will be 18+mph and is a great opportunity to work on paceline and tempo riding skills. The ride departs from Stephens Elementary.
13th edition of Cowboy Days set for Sept. 16-18
By NICKI BRUCE LOGAN Herald Lifestyles Editor
Nothing brings out the cowboy in a Texan like Plainview’s Cowboy Days, so expect the town to be overrun by boots and buckles when the 13th edition is held Sept. 16-18.
…Activities on Saturday, Sept. 17 will begin early with registration for the Plainview Chamber of Commerce-sponsored Hale on Wheels Bike Ride and a 5K run. Gabriel Martinez and Ed Self are in charge of the bike ride, which was hugely popular last year, and Ron Appling is organizing the run. Participants will be on their way between 8:30-8:45 a.m., leaving Amigos and United Supermarket volunteers time to assist on the route. Members of Soroptimist International will man way stations for the bike ride.
New this year will be the Texas Tech University bike team coming to lead off the bike race. …
Rub elbows with heroes at local events
By Bill Cullins    www.gosanangelo.com
Ever wanted to line up next to a cycling or running hero?
No problem — just participate in San Angelo events, and you’ll probably be lined up next to someone who’s been on the podium recently.
Although the larger events put on by out-of-town promoters get the most attention, our local races are the bread-and-butter for San Angelo athletes of all ability levels.
You might be surprised both at how many local events there are and the “race resumes” of some local athletes who participate in those events. …
No Club Ride in October
Austin Ridge Riders
The ARR Board regrets that there will be no Monthly Club Ride in October due to the fact that we are busy coordinating the Volunteer Appreciation Event.
Our next event is the amazing New Belgium Tour de Fat Festival on Saturday October 22nd at Fiesta Gardens. …
Reimers Closed until Sept 17
by Laura Scagno    www.austinridgeriders.com
Message from Travis County Parks Division Manager
Reimers Ranch Park was impacted by the recent wildfires, and fire crews are still fighting small fires in the park. Before Reimers can reopen, park staff need to clear fallen trees and other hazards from the various park trails. Therefore, the park is going to be closed until Saturday, September 17.
November 2011 Club Ride @ Reimers Ranch
Austin Ridge Riders
Saturday, November 12, 2011 – 09:00
November’s Ride will be at beautiful Reimers Ranch. As usual, riders will break into groups according to skill level and pace. ARR will provide a post ride lunch and beverages.
You do not have to be an ARR member to ride but we’d love to have you sign up. Members are reimbursed entry/gate fees to you are paid back in just two rides. everyone must properly wear a helmet when riding and sign a waiver.
CRAZY WATER TRAIL RUN Oct 8th Only
Starting at 8am, this two lap technical run will follow the XC course (approx. 5k) featuring barriers, steps, and lots of turns!
$ 20 pre-reg entry,
$ 25 entry fee day of race,
$ 10 entry fee age 12 and under
Cash Prizes for Top 3 Overall Men & Women! Merchandise Prize raffle for all Trail Run registrants.
Same race schedule both Saturday & Sunday
Cyclehaus Tough Cyclocross
Event Location: Fredericksburg
Bryan Fawley
Contact Phone    304-543-6053
Contact Email    bryan_fawley@hotmail.com
