After a 2 month absence today I rode the Kingwood to Ramsey Road – Huffman route with a few alterations. Wheels rolling at 10:08 AM on the Canyon Endurace CF 7 bike. After riding in the rain yesterday I packed a plastic bag for my phone and GoPro camera in case I got caught again. When I reached Farmingham Road I took a side trip to check on the mud under FM1960 on the Atascocita Hike and Bike Trail. The mud is gone thanks to the Harris county Precinct 3 maintenance crew. That makes future rides there more pleasurable. Getting to Ramsey Road required pedaling into a easterly 14 mph and 21 mph gust headwind. My legs powered me there and the turnaround made a nice tailwind back to FM2100. The route alterations and side trip upped the distance to 42.4 miles compared to the average 39.8 miles. That helps to offset Monday’s short indoor ride. The week totals 131.3 miles and 654.9 road miles for the month (72% of my goal).
First day of summer. Now the sunlight starts getting shorter. Enjoy it while you can. Weather: Start 81 degrees, humidity 85%, dew point 76, cloud cover 61%, wind E 14 mph gusts 21 mph; Finish 87 degrees, humidity 72%, dew point 76.8, cloud cover 49%, wind E 14 mph gusts 19 mph.
A terrifying hit-and-run incident occurred near DFW Airport. A car struck two cyclists, injuring them, before fleeing the scene. Thankfully, the driver was apprehended by the police. This news is a stark reminder for all cyclists to prioritize safety while riding and for motorists to be aware of cyclists sharing the road. (various news sources, NBC DFW)
On a more positive note, the Kyle Parks and Recreation Department held an inclusive bike rodeo, promoting cycling safety and skills development for all ages and abilities.
News:
Cyclists in Houston face a setback as Houston BCycle, the city’s bike share program, is ceasing operations at the end of June. This news has sparked discussions about alternative public transportation options for the city. (Planetizen)
Denton, on the other hand, is taking a step forward in promoting cycling with the appointment of a new Bicycle & Pedestrian Coordinator. A welcome ride is planned for June 22nd to celebrate this addition to the city’s cycling advocacy efforts.
Events:
Cyclists in Austin can participate in the 5th annual Black History Bike Ride this weekend, celebrating African American history and culture through cycling.
Other:
If you’re looking for new cycling routes, you can find inspiration from articles featuring various trails around Texas. There’s also a Youtube video showcasing a Texas Police Games cycling race for those interested in competitive cycling
A terrifying hit-and-run was caught on camera near the Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport Tuesday. The video shows a brazen driver ramming into two cyclists, knocking them off their bikes. As they fell in the middle of the road, the white SUV drove off after running over one of them.
Wild video shows reckless driver knocking cyclists off bikes
In the footage shared by eye-witness @auroramyst on X, formerly Twitter, the unsuspecting cyclists can be seen riding in the right-hand lane when the vehicle approached them from behind. As the two riders lay injured on the road, the reckless driver ran over one of them.
The witness, who shared the ordeal online, revealed that other cyclists chased down the vehicle, leading to the driver’s arrest. “Content Warning: Please watch for bicyclists. Riders who were hit are expected to be ok, thank God. Driver took off and was chased down by others, and was arrested. Happened in DFW Airport area,” the witness, who filmed the video wrote. …
An alleged drunk driver is accused of hitting two road cyclists near DFW Airport
Heart-stopping video that’s gone viral on social media shows two cyclists being hit by an SUV near DFW Airport.
In the video, one cyclist gets run over before the driver speeds off. Incredibly, that rider survived.
“I’m just happy to be alive to tell you the truth,” said Tom Geppert. “Considering that video, I could’ve easily been in the ICU or I could’ve been dead.”
It happened at 2700 N. Airfield Drive at about 6:30 p.m. on Monday.
DFW Airport Police say a witness provided a video of the incident.
In a video posted to social media, a white SUV is seen approaching two cyclists from behind, striking them both and causing them to fall off their bikes.
The city’s bike share system will cease operations at the end of June.
Houston’s 12-year-old public bike share system will end operations at the end of June, reports Adam Zuvanich for Houston Public Media. Despite recent hopes that the city would end up with two systems, Houston BCycle, the network’s operator, says it cannot afford to keep the system running any longer.
Now, plans for METRO, the city’s transit agency, to start its own bike share system are also in jeopardy. According to Zuvanich, “METRO’s board of directors voted last September to spend $10 million on a five-year bike-sharing contract with Quebec-based PBSC Urban Solutions. But it is unclear whether the transit agency, which has since …
Cycling through the past to build a better future, Black History Bike Ride hosts their 5th Anniversary ride in celebration of Juneteenth. Organization founder, Talib Abdullahi, is here to tell us how we can attend their Juneteenth social ride and block party this weekend.
Meet Denton’s New Bicycle & Pedestrian Coordinator!
After a long wait, Denton finally hired a new Bicycle & Pedestrian Coordinator!
Join Bike Denton this Saturday, June 22 at 9:30 a.m. for a welcome ride!
Schedule
9:30 - 10:00 a.m. — Casual arrival. Grab a coffee if time allows.
10:00 - 10:30 a.m. — Leisurely two-mile ride
10:30 -11:30 a.m. — Hang out. Second chance to grab a coffee!
The ride begins and ends at 108 W McKinney St, home to the new Record Coffee Supply and new location for Bullseye Bike Shop!
Here’s your sign to get out and try a new bike trail this summer.
From leisurely rides to challenging trails for serious bikers, we’re sharing some of the best trails to try this summer, including:
The Trinity Trails
Encompassing 100 miles of trails throughout Fort Worth, this trail system offers cyclists of all levels a chance to enjoy what our city has to offer from a bike. We recommend starting at the Airfield Falls Trailhead or the Panther Island Pavillion Trailhead. Pro tip: Use this interactive map to plan your next ride. …
This is the Road Race (Really more of a Crit Race) in the 2024 Texas Police Games! This was my CLOSEST bicycle race finish I’ve ever had and for real I’m still not 100% certain this wasn’t a tie. See how we established a two man breakaway and then duke it out in the final 500 meters!
The city of Kyle Parks and Recreation Department partnered with Ghisallo Cycling Initiative to host the first Kyle Inclusive Bike Rodeo at Gregg-Clarke Park on Saturday, June 15. Children of all ages and abilities were invited to learn to ride or practice their skills on a safety course.
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At first it was promising, then not promising and then promising again. That describes today’s bike ride. I started at 10:56 AM riding my Cervelo Caledonia bike. I waited for the streets to dry some after some light rain earlier. I planned on biking north following the Kingwood – FM1485 – Kingwood route. Yesterday I didn’t think biking outdoors would happen because of rain but the rain stopped and the streets dried off. It was promising until Log Orchard Lane in Woodridge Forest. I rounded the turn and saw rain up ahead. That’s when it wasn’t promising anymore. I turned around and pedal hard to the Woodridge Forest Pool but not fast enough. The rain caught me and I got soaked. It looked like the rain would last for awhile but it slowed and then stopped. The streets were wet but it was promising again and I left the sanctuary of the pool cover. At first I said to myself ride to Brooklyn Trails and see if the rain stays away. I got there and no rain. The next goal was FM1314, no rain there. Somewhere between FM1314 and TX99 the damp road turned to dry like it hadn’t rained so the plan was to continue to New Caney, ride under US59 on the south side of Caney Creek and then ride south. That’s what happened. On Valley Ranch Parkway the damp road reappeared but no rain. I rode through Briar Tree, Oakhurst, Kings Manor and into Kingwood but to the south the overcast sky looked like it might rain. I finished at 1:45 PM with no more rain. I washed the Cervelo and not long after it started raining. But I was inside now.
Weather: Start 78 degrees, humidity 90%, dew point 74.8, cloud cover 89%, wind ENE 17 mph gusts 24 mph; Finish 84 degrees, humidity 80%, dew point 771. cloud cover 72%, wind NE 14 mph gusts 24 mph.
Here's a summary of the cycling related articles: Upcoming rides: San Antonio Wheelmen cycling club is organizing rides throughout July. You can find details on their website. Texas 4000: An article about a neuroscience and Plan II sophomore, Avery Wong, who participated in the Texas 4000, the world's longest annual charity bike ride from Austin to Alaska. NRG's Cycling Team: Celebrated 20 years of participation in the Texas MS 150, a charity bike ride raising funds for multiple sclerosis research. Public Health Students Propose Solutions: A capstone project by Texas A&M University public health students focused on improving pedestrian, bicycle and scooter safety on campus. Partnership promotes bicycle safety: TxDOT and Alpine Police Department organized a free safety event to raise awareness about bicycle safety. Laredo Police Department Bike Rodeo: Postponed from June 21 to June 28 due to weather. West Texas fundraiser plans to bike from Midland to Lubbock for MS: A fundraiser involving a cycling group called the Carney Men to raise money for MS research. El Paso Holocaust Museum's 19th Annual Tour de Tolerance: A cycling event happening on August 18th. There are also some embedded tweets about cycling related news and a YouTube video
The impact of an altruistic high school teacher can go far, but for Avery Wong, a neuroscience and Plan II sophomore, the impact went extremely far — over 4000 miles, to be exact.
On May 25, Wong departed on a summer-long bike ride from Austin to Alaska along with 75 other riders on the Texas 4000, the world’s longest annual charity bike ride. From a passion for funding research initiatives to a desire to spread hope for people affected by cancer, riders with the student-run nonprofit vary in their motivations.
In cycling, there’s a section of the pedal stroke from 12 o’clock to 6 o’clock known as the power phase. It’s the period when a cyclist produces the highest amount of muscular power in order to propel the bike forward. On the weekend of April 27-28, NRG’s cycling team put their pedal strokes to the test and completed a monumental ride commemorating two decades of participation in the Texas MS 150.
The Bike MS fundraising program has been in operation for 40 years. It has raised an incredible $1.4 billion to fuel the National Multiple Sclerosis Society’s mission to cure MS, and it has enabled the research that has resulted in every MS treatment option available today. This ride is big.
Capstone project aims to enhance pedestrian, bicycle and scooter safety amid growing use of low-speed vehicles on campus.
Eight seniors in the Texas A&M University School of Public Health used their capstone course project to analyze the growing use of skateboards, bicycles and scooters as well as personal electric vehicles on the university’s sprawling campus. Many of the team’s recommendations are being considered for implementation by Texas A&M’s administration to make the campus a safer place for pedestrians, bikes and other wheeled devices, and full-size vehicles.
The students — Janeth Aviles ’24, Adrian Barajas ’24, Brianna Dorotik ’24, Laticia Ellankil ’24, Katherine McGee ’24, Hadley McGhee ’24, Chase Parrish ’24 and Yulissa Rodriguez ’24 — were part of the PHLT 445 Honors Capstone course, taught …
ALPINE — An empty college campus parking lot turned into an obstacle course last week to promote bicycle safety at Sul Ross State University.
TxDOT’s El Paso District partnered with the Alpine Police Department to put on the free safety event.
“Sharing the rules of the road and reminding both cyclists and drivers to watch for one another is critical in rural and urban parts of our district,” said El Paso District Engineer Tomas Trevino. “Creating awareness for cyclists and residents can make a difference.”
The awareness is needed across the state. Fatal crashes involving bicyclists increased 28% from 2018 through 2022.
In 2022, there were 2,349 traffic crashes involving bicyclists in Texas, resulting in …
The Laredo Police Department announced the postponement of its annual Bike Rodeo & Summer Safety Fair from Friday, June 21 to Friday, June 28 due to projected inclement weather.
LUBBOCK, Texas — The National Multiple Sclerosis Society holds an event every year called Bike MS where people bike 150 miles over the span of two days along with fundraising to help with research, programs and their ultimate mission to find the cure for the disease. The one for West Texas is called Cactus and Crude and one of the fundraisers focused on flocking houses.
The cyclist leading this fundraiser was Pamela Kiowski who is in a biking group called the Carney Men. Kiowski came up with this idea and went to put a bunch of plastic flamingos in people’s front yards. Whoever got their yard flocked, would pay for someone else’s lawn to get plastic flamingos all over it. …
“Changes to 11th Street resulted in slower traffic, fewer and less severe crashes, and a 200% increase in people using a crucial new trail crossing.” https://t.co/qwynAgZNj6
El Paso Holocaust Museum's 19th Annual Tour de Tolerance in Santa Teresa at 100 Airport Rd, Aug 18 at 7:30AM, Follow us on @ElPasoInchttps://t.co/YQlzFTtUKW
The article lists upcoming rides offered by the San Antonio Wheelmen cycling club:
China Grove Ride on June 22nd
Bear Moon Ride on June 30th
Woman Hollering Creek Ride on July 6th
John Paul II High School Ride on July 7th For more information on these rides, please refer to the website.
