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Join us for a 2-day, self-contained biking / camping trip from Mother Neff State Park (north of Ft. Hood) along country roads to Lake Whitney State Park (http://tpwd.texas.gov/state-parks/lake-whitney). ... moreSelf-contained bike touring (https://www.adventurecycling.org/resources/how-to-department/bicycle-travel-basics/) uses a rack and panniers (or trailer) to haul everything you need for the journey on your bike. If we get a volunteer SAG driver (not organized by the club), you may be able to put some of your luggage in the vehicle; otherwise you will be carrying everything you need on your bike. If you have a rear rack but no panniers we may be able to lend you some.
We will ride about 55 miles each day, with a group pace averaging 12 mph. We plan to ride together, but route sheets will be provided for those who wish to ride faster or slower. Bring snacks and lunch food for Saturday. We'll stop for dinner in a cafe about 10 miles from Lake Whitney S.P., pick up food for breakfast, and ride on to the park. After a group breakfast we'll head back on Sunday. We can stop at a grocery to resupply Sunday morning.
Chip in $20 per person to cover camping and Sunday breakfast. Funds collected which exceed expenses will be donated to charity. Additional funds are needed to buy your dinner, as well as snacks and lunch along the route, park admission ($6), and to contribute to the SAG driver's expenses. To RSVP, send an email to trip organizer John Lacy lacy@astro.as.utexas.edu . He will interview each participant to make sure the trip is right for them. Co-sponsored by Austin Sierra Club.
Expected Turnout: Under 15 riders
Date: Saturday, 24 Mar, 2018
A nice ride from Lockhart, Texas over some very scenic roads. Join us for this ACA classic route in the relatively flat expanses of Central Texas. We'll travel on some quiet country ... moreroads (some are "vintage" chip seal and a little bumpy---air up your ties accordingly!) doing a steady "B" paced (14-17 mph) no-drop ride, with re-grouping as needed at the next turn.
With the forecasted mild early spring weather, we can choose from (or stop at both) 2 store stops: in Rockne at 22 miles and/or in McMahan at 37 miles. Total climbing is under 1750 ft. (per RIDEwithGPS)
NOTE I: I do have maps of this route and the RIDEwithGPS link is provided here for downloading.
NOTE II: Helmets are required on ALL Bike Austin rides.
NOTE III: Jeff is, once again, offering to write you an "excused absence" note if you should need one !!!!
Come with you & your equipment ready to ride 56 miles, in time to get signed-in and participate in the starter's meeting at 7:20 AM, for a prompt roll-out at 7:30 AM. Let's all hope for good riding weather!
If you are not familiar with our ride catagories; please see the following 2 sights to insure you are matched for this ride:
http://www.austincycling.org/self_paced_and_hosted
http://www.austincycling.org/hosted_ride_descriptors
For all those interested (all are invited -- crowds permitting), we'll do lunch after the ride at Black's BBQ in Lockhart.
Meet at the Lockhart City Park at the corner of Flores St. (FM 672) & Carver St. Just east of the Plum Creek Elementarty School (ride start map location attached). Rest Rooms are NOT available at this location.
Check this posting ride day morning in case of a weather cancellation.
Tom Via 512-913-4920
Type: Road, Social, No Drop
Expected Turnout: Under 15 riders
CANCELLED due to rainy streets
Starting from Performance Bike North (2900 W Anderson Ln), join us for a 20-mile social ride (expect 12-mph rolling speed) along Shoal Creek and quiet neighborhood streets to Zilker ... morePark, where we'll take a break and enjoy the Kite Festival ( https://www.abckitefest.org/ ). Optional: Bring a kite to fly and picnic lunch, or buy food there. We'll take a 30-40 minute break before heading back. Those wanting to stay shorter or longer may sign out from the group and depart on their own.
Riders must wear a helmet and obey traffic laws ( http://www.biketexas.org/en/infrastructure/texas-bicycle-laws ). Your bike should be in good working condition and you should carry ID, money, cell phone, water, tools, and lock.
Type: Road, Social, No Drop
Expected Turnout: Under 15 riders
Cancelled due to rain
Type: Road, Social, Family Friendly
Date: Tuesday, 20 Feb, 2018
Check this page on ride day @ 8:45 am in case rain and ride is cancelled.
A moderate C-pace ride (roughly 11 to 14 mph) on The Southern Walnut Creek Trail from Govalle Park to the Abrupt End and return. Round trip is about 20 miles. The trail is paved for ... morethe entire distance, with a 1/2 mile hill on the outbound. We'll regroup periodically on the outbound, and at the Abrupt End. The return is mostly downhill. And you might even see Lance flashing by.
The trail is two-way and narrows down in spots, with a couple of blind corners. Single-file riding and moderate speed on the turns is recommended!
There are two significant road intersections that require caution to cross.
Optional coffee afterwards at Sa-Ten Cafe at 916 Springdale, Suite 110.
A map of Govalle Park's location is at http://austinparks.org/parks/govalle-park/
Bring water, a snack, a spare bicycle tire tube, and tools to fix a flat. Riders will sign a liability waiver at the ride start and must wear a helmet.
There are no restrooms on the trail itself. There are restrooms at Govalle Park and at the Austin Tennis Center, about 1/3 mile off the trail.
Expected Turnout: Under 15 riders
Date: Tuesday, 6 Mar, 2018
Help Support this Youth Cycling Nonprofit!
Hi, Mike Shenk here. Founder and Board President for Texas Cyclocross Project - a youth developmental cycling program focused on kiddos 4-18 using the sport of cyclocross to develop ... moreConfidence, Competence, and Character. We're a tax-exempt nonprofit 501(c)(3) here in Texas. This #AmplifyATX Friday Ride is modeled after the Bike Austin Rides North Wednesday Ride. We'll start at Cedar Park's Brushy Creek Sports Park and follow the route posted. Patcipants will be HIGHLY ENCOURAGED to donate to the Texas CX Projects #AplifyATX fundrasing campaign prior to, half-way, or after the ride.
Helmets, bikes, and shoes required!
Better yet - use this link to donate now and your tax-deductible contribution will be executed on Amplify Day during the ride for you!
https://amplifyatx.ilivehereigivehere.org/TexasCyclocrossProject
Type: Road, Social, No Drop
Level: Intermediate, Advanced
Expected Turnout: Under 15 riders
Terrain: Flat to rolling, Hilly
Texas CX Project Kick-Off Amplify Ride!
Hi, Mike Shenk here. Founder and Board President for Texas Cyclocross Project - a youth developmental cycling program focused on kiddos 4-18 using the sport of cyclocross to develop ... moreConfidence, Competence, and Character. We're a tax-exempt nonprofit 501(c)(3) here in Texas. This Famiy Fun Ride is for anyone capable of riding 5 miles on a bike path unassisted (no training wheels) - with lights! We'll start at Cedar Park's Brushy Creek Lake Park and pedal west on the Brushy Creek Regional Trail to the YMCA - and back. Patcipants will be HIGHLY ENCOURAGED to donate to the Texas CX Projects #AplifyATX fundrasing campaign prior to, half-way, or after the ride.
Helmets, lights, bikes, and shoes required!
Better yet - use this link to donate now and your tax-deductible contribution will be executed on Amplify Day during the ride for you!
https://amplifyatx.ilivehereigivehere.org/TexasCyclocrossProject
Type: Social, No Drop, Family Friendly
Expected Turnout: 15 - 50 riders
Date: Thursday, 1 Mar, 2018
Ride is on
NOTE: 51st street at I-35 was closed today. It's supposed to re-open at 7a tomorrow, but after talking to TxDot today, they said it may just be the sidewalk. If you drive to the ride, ... morehave an alternate plan, or leave a little early. I will post at 7a if we plan to cancel due to rain, but I won't be canceling for the cold. Bundle up!
Also, there is a street closure Loyola at 183. We will avoid that with an updated route, which is attached.
We'll wind our way from the Peddler through east Austin past Manor to Bitting School Rd. and back to the store stop in Manor and then back into town on the Walnut Creek Hike and Bike Trail. Lots of country miles on this route. The average speed will be 13-14 mph (on your gps), but on flat straight-a-ways there may be some sustained stretches of 15-23 mph. This is a no drop ride and we will regroup at turns and hilltops as necessary.
Parking is available north of 51st on Duval and on side streets around the Peddler. Please don't park in the alley behind the Peddler and The Flight Path Coffee House.
Riders should bring helmets, water, spare tube, and identification. Please leave headphones, speakers, and earbuds at home.
Helmets are required on all of my rides.
Please try to arrive 10 -15 minutes early for sign in and safety brief.
Post ride coffee and tacos at Flight Path.
Expected Turnout: 15 - 50 riders
Terrain: Flat to rolling, Hilly
Date: Sunday, 11 Feb, 2018
RIDE IS ON!
I am leaving Austin and moving to Reno, Nevada for a great job opportunity, so I will be leading this ride for my last time. I have been injured for the last couple of weeks, but now ... moreI am all healed and ready to lead one last Bike Austin ride. If you know me, I hope you can join me.
This is the standard South Austin route to Buda and then returning. This ride is no-drop and the pace will average 14ish mph so be sure you can maintain that ride pace. No drop means that we regroup periodically and will stop as a group for minor mechanical problems such as flats or thrown chains; major problems will require AAA or the equivalent. There is a virtual route map at www.mapmyride.com
Regular bikes welcome, recumbents worshipped. The usual post ride fare and smack talk at Maria's Taco Xpress, an Austin institution.
Ride starts from Bicycle Sport Shop at 517 South Lamar Blvd. You can email me at mistertax@hotmail.com if you have any questions.
Terrain: Mostly flat, Flat to rolling
Date: Saturday, 11 Aug, 2018
Note 10 am start time
RIDE NAME AND DISTANCE: Cotton Capers: 52 miles (plus 31, 46 and 58 mile options). DATE/TIME: Saturday 6th December @ 10 am. RIDE LEADER/CONTACT: William Hudson; 210-387-7340; WilliamPedalsOn@gmail.com... more
DESCRIPTION: These routes cover the usual eastside rolling farmland. They leave from close in to town but put you in rural countryside before you know it. We might even see cotton. Some minor traffic possible at the start/finish.
AVERAGE SPEED: 14 - 17 mph. A guide only; actual pace depends on the group and to maintain this average, there will be some faster stretches.
TERRAIN: Flat to rolling.
RIDER LEVEL: Experienced, self-confident riders who are comfortable and very safe in a group riding situation which could include pace-line riding, hilly terrain and exposure to significant urban traffic.
RIDE START ADDRESS & url: Park on Centre Park near the intersection of with Centre Creek in NE Austin. Take Cameron Rd. north off Hwy 183, and turn right on Rutherford Ln. The second left is Centre Park. (Address: 8190 Centre Park Dr., Austin, TX 78754) https://goo.gl/maps/nfGgiemF51C2
MAP/CUE/RideWithGPS: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/23743074
LUNCH/COFFEE? Anybody know a good spot?
OTHER:
· Helmets are mandatory on all my rides.
· Ride will be “no drop” but only assuming riders have properly matched themselves to the ride description, average speed and terrain.
· Please arrive early enough to prepare yourself + bike, have the 5-minute safety briefing to be ready for an on-time departure.
· In case of inclement weather, check this web site and/or my emails early on the morning of the ride.
· I also have a Google Group (Austin and Central Texas Cycling) in which we discuss upcoming rides and miscellaneous cycling stuff. Email me (address above) if interested in joining – you can always unsubscribe yourself if you later decide you have no interest.
Level: Intermediate, Advanced
Expected Turnout: 15 - 50 riders
Date: Saturday, 6 Jan, 2018
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