kickin it old school

2009-11-22T14:41:00.004-06:00

Ran across this and thought I would share. It is the start of the 1973 Giro d'Italia. It was directed by Jorgen Leth, who also directed Sunday in Hell and numerous other experimental documentaries.Enjoy....

2009 Gobble Wobble

2009-11-22T12:30:00.004-06:00

Fuck yeah!!!! I am super stoked on this. If I know Davies' this is going to be amazing. Make sure you bring your big messenger bag, or that xtracycle, you've been building.Who wants to be on my team?See ya there!!!!til next timeOLC

New Laws: Rogue cyclists face harshest ever fines and even jail

2009-11-21T06:46:00.005-06:00

So, Sometimes, I think that we have it bad, we cyclist I mean. You know with the getting hit by cars, things thrown at us, constantly yelled at. I think the Australians, may have it worse. I hope this doesn't happen here, but if it does, I am sure all the folks who leave negative comments about cyclist on our local rants and raves or any of the local news stories, will be absolutely ecstatic!!New

Asheville fireman gets 4 months for shooting cyclist

2009-11-20T13:34:00.004-06:00

Yep, you read that right. In case you didn't ever hear, a Asheville, NC fireman, shot a cyclist in the head for riding with his son and wife on a "busy" road. Well, apparently, in North Carolina, it is ok for public servant to shoot someone in the head, and say "only fired a warning shot and didn't intend to hurt Alan Ray Simons". Charles Diez, shot someone in the head, for having an opinion, and

MAN VS. MUD

2009-11-20T13:24:00.003-06:00

Looks like cyclebum is ready to get muddy tonight!! Meet at the ped bridge at 6:30. James, will lead you to the race spot and the race, will start at 7:30. Don't forget to bring 5 bones to race.It has been raining all day, so it probably will make for an awesome race!!!!til next timeOLC

HELP NEEDED

2009-11-18T18:56:00.002-06:00

What the hell are we coming to..... This accident happened last weekend. Jason at ATXBS reported about this a few days ago, but looks like KVUE is now reporting on it as well. If you have any information, let me Jason, or the APD know.From KVUE's websiteA motorist hit a pedicab driver and two passengers, then drove away, Austin police said.It happened at the corner of 5th and San Antonio early

Tweed Ride

2009-11-18T11:56:00.003-06:00

So the winter months are soon approaching us, bringing the cooler weather. What better way to combat the colder weather then a tweed ride. Here are some pictures from some tweed rides in other cities.Would you like to have a Tweed Ride for Austin?YesNoOnly if I'm DrunkView ResultsCreate a Poll

Standing Start

2009-11-18T07:22:00.003-06:00

This is a little short I found online..... thought you'd enjoy til next timeOLC

YOU WIN!!!!

2009-11-18T07:17:00.003-06:00

This would be so bad ass to have happen when you're just enjoying a ride on the weekend, and you round a corner to this…. Hope you enjoyed this, as much as I did.til next timeOLC

Accident on Parmer

2009-11-12T16:20:00.002-06:00

Just got this in the email.Ok, I was realeased from the hospital this evening (Friday?), and my wife will hopefully be released on Saturday. First off, we have every right to ride on any street in the state, but riding on Parmer, until Tuesday morning, is not a big deal. Nice wide shoulder so cars and bikes can get along. And actually riding at 5:30 in the morning is safer in my book when you

321 polo!!!!

2009-11-11T07:08:00.002-06:00

Actions speak louder then words....

2009-11-05T18:03:00.004-06:00

So I posted this awhile back when it first happened(but I can't find my effin post), and many other people have posted this in their blogs and facebook accounts since the verdict was given out. But in case you haven't heard.....the Dr. was found guilty.This is a sigh of relief for any cyclist following this story. We all encounter motorist everyday that in some way effect our lives, they don't

Race night from METAL JIM

2009-11-04T09:38:00.002-06:00

Thanks Jim for taking all the photos you did….. I hope your bandwith holds up :)We'll start the night with pre race stuff….. like route planning and shoe pile ups.And so it begins….First person off…. is Kate!!Then I was off to Wahoo's. Thanks Lee, for letting me borrow the long john.This was the prize setup,People starting to come in,Jenn was super stoked on getting first ladies!Prize Ceremony,

race report....with update

2009-11-03T10:27:00.014-06:00

So thanks everyone for coming out to the race!!!! I had a blast, and I hope you did too. The free food and beer definitely make everything a lot better. Daniel from thyneighborsbike took some great pics of the start of the race and of the prize ceremony. I'm sure he is still uploading a few, so be sure to check back to his blog for more pics to come.I am also still waiting to get some pics from

O.G. alleycross

2009-10-26T18:56:00.004-05:00

Thyneighborspain..... er bike has changed the name, but the game is the same. PAIN. Again the dirt derby has been canceled yet again, so you know what that means. O.G AlleyCrossHere are the details from the man of pain himself,Decided to switch up the name this time around to celebrate the gangsters of cross who have not been letting the cyclocross weather get in the way of their cyclocross

Halloween update and final flyer

2009-10-26T12:00:00.003-05:00

Okay kids,Saturday will be here before you know it. Gonna lay some details on ya.The race will start at Austin Bikes. The race will start promptly at 6:66 (7:06) on Saturday 31st (Halloween). The entry fee is $6.66, but it is a suggested donation of $10. All the proceeds from the race is going to YBP. I will give you a manifest when you register. I suggest getting there early so you can plan a

Halloween Alleycat

2009-10-20T06:48:00.006-05:00

Hey kids, it is getting closer to that time. The race is going to be a blast. It will start at Austin Bikes and end somewhere that will be disclosed at the start of the race. The race will start at promptly 7:06. The entry fee is $6.66, but it is a suggested donation of $10, all proceeds go to YBP.Bring you fast bike and a camera or a cell phone camera. If you don't have one, ask to borrow one

hey kiddo's tomorrow is Tuesday..... wanna get dirty?

2009-10-12T21:12:00.005-05:00

Dan is officially the man. Here are the deets directly from theyneighborsbike"Last race we had some loot prizes and since loot is cool lets try that again. The race will be 5 bucks but if you have some random stuff lying around that you want to throw in for the winner’s loot it’ll be free to race."Looks like D and cyclebum have been scoping some spots out too. Looks like it is going to be a blast

awesomeness

2009-10-12T12:13:00.001-05:00

hypercolor your bike

2009-10-08T10:49:00.001-05:00

SUNBURN TECH from F.E.T.I.S.H. on Vimeo.SUNBURN LIVE from F.E.T.I.S.H. on Vimeo.

Wanna get dirty?

2009-10-06T09:27:00.003-05:00

D over at thyneighborsbike is throwing down again. You know where to go

Interbike 2009 porn

2009-09-29T11:29:00.009-05:00

So this post will be some bike porn from the 2009 interbike.Enjoy.What bike show would be complete without some models too?

This just in..... you have 6 hours

2009-09-22T12:21:00.002-05:00

Was the sun in your eye's?

2009-09-21T18:15:00.003-05:00

Today is Monday, but it is my Friday. I got out of work actually on time, and I started my ride home. The wind was blowing in my hair and I am, just as happy as a clam. I have to stop at the store and get some cat food, those dudes, sure did remind me this morning that they were out this morning, and also a six pack of beer. I am cruising along, around 24-6 miles an hour, and I am coming up on a

Pedicab ride ends in arrest

2009-09-01T08:43:00.002-05:00

I find this funny, and I hope the "real" pedicab riders/operators got a few punches in while they held this guy down. Paul Monroe Buchanan, 27, told police he thought pedicabs were available for free and for public use, so he was taking the pedicab home, according to the arrest affidavit.Fucking douchebag, what would make you think they are free for public use and even if they were, what makes

Fundraiser!!

2009-08-24T19:59:00.001-05:00

come out, come out where ever you are!!

Update on Alleycat

2009-08-14T18:45:00.001-05:00

So another teaser flyer for ya.....I can't fucking wait!!!!

Beer Cat

2009-07-28T22:00:00.004-05:00

Just got this in the inbox.....Here are the details,Hey man, Thomas and I are putting on an Alleycat on August 22nd at 8:30 PM. It's going to include drinking, side events and all around good times. Drinking is a part of the race since this race is the spiritual successor to the "Too drunk to fuck race" that happened a while back. All cyclists and spectators are welcome. The time and info

couple of gems, that are the tits!!!!

2009-07-24T12:59:00.002-05:00

We should totally learn the dance.... and do it on a ride.

DoubleDown Alleycat!

2009-07-14T08:30:00.002-05:00

....was a TON of fun!!! I don't have much time to write about it this morning, but I did want to say thanks to Jessica and Heather for putting on an awesome race :) Barton Springs was the best stop anyone could ask for!!Thanks for organizing and getting lots of ladies out to race. I saw sooooo many new faces at Uncle Billy's.Also, good-bye to Heather. She's moving back home and will be missed.

break

2009-07-10T11:46:00.002-05:00

I will be taking a break from the blog for a bit. Jenn may keep posting, I don't know. Once I start again, it will be full force.til next timeOLC

polo BBQ Sunday

2009-07-09T12:51:00.002-05:00

Do you think Lance can win?

2009-07-09T11:43:00.000-05:00

This just in, paint your own lane....

2009-07-09T07:51:00.002-05:00

Saw this over at our friends site. Tell me what you think of the idea...."The illegal practice of guerilla bike lane painting or painting bike lanes where there currently are none is a growing problem in Los Angeles. The issue is now getting national attention and sparking debate here in Austin.The July issue of "Bicycle Magazine" features an article about a group of L.A. cyclists who are now

Safe Passing Bill

2009-07-02T09:37:00.003-05:00

Today I received an email from the MS150 Safety Committee urging cyclists to contact Governor Perry regarding the Safe Passing Bill (SB488). I know most of us are upset that the Safe Passing Bill was vetoed by Rick Perry, so lets express our anger.You can get all of his contact information here as well as send him an angry little email.

- Fixed Gears banned in Berlin -

2009-07-01T08:50:00.004-05:00

Apparently Berlin has taken a major step backwards in advancing bike culture and has banned fixed gear bikes. As the article says, "Seeing what they considered a growing danger to traffic safety, Berlin police announced this spring they would begin cracking down on fixie riders. Since only April, they’ve confiscated 18 bicycles."Not only does this law discourage some cycling, it also effects the

When will it ever stop?

2009-06-30T16:34:00.001-05:00

From the blotterPolice seek car that hit cyclist downtownTuesday, June 30, 2009, 03:41 PMAustin police are seeking the public’s help in identifying a person who was driving a car that hit a 27-year-old bicyclist at Lavaca and Fifth streets about 2:30 a.m. June 23, police said in a statement.The cyclist was hit from behind by a car that fled the scene, the statement said. Witnesses told a friend

Police in CapMetro Buses

2009-06-30T08:33:00.002-05:00

By now, I'm sure all of you have heard about APD's plans to hop on Cap Metro buses and begin ticketing aggressive drivers. As of now, they plan on only partolling all major highways in Austin, but I'm sure this will spread to the downtown arteries as well. As of now, no one has mentioned anything about them handing out tickets to pedestrians or cyclists, but I'm sure it's part of their

update....

2009-06-24T13:56:00.002-05:00

AustinHelmetHair.org is up and running!!

2009-06-24T11:19:00.003-05:00

Hey Everyone! Check out the website, AustinHelmetHair.org to see what we have in the works! We're all very very excited that things are falling into place, and slowly but surely you will all be seeing more of this organization!!The "About Us" section is the only thing that has been updated besides the awesome design that Amelia has been working on! Thanks for everyone's support on this. I really

well, here we go again....

2009-06-09T22:20:00.000-05:00

I can't keep anything a secret.....I know it is a long ways off, but some of the sponsors are starting to roll in. Going to be epic again this year.More to come soon, Not sure on the time, but it will be early enough for you to still have time to go home and get cleaned up and put your hell costumes on. It is suggested you race in them as well, because there may be a prize for that again this

Polo Tournament

2009-06-01T22:01:00.003-05:00

Saw this on the COG Magazine face book, putting it out there for anyone who feels like going to Milwaukee. They are giving out 3 limited edition Brooks swallows laser engraved saddles.Get on it ATXBPSC.til next timeOLC

More media attention

2009-05-27T23:52:00.008-05:00

Yesterday Jason and I (Mo today) posted blogs about the cyclist that was hit in front of Doc's on May 4th. Well, it got a reporters attention over at KEYE. This is where you can go to read the story.This is what really gets me....“I really left it in the police hands, when I was taken away (in the ambulance),” said Solorzano. “I figured there were so many people there, there's no way they

stages of.....

2009-05-27T21:33:00.002-05:00

Beard Removal.I broke down, just to fucking hot and it isn't summer. Not to mention that, it needed a trim because of the split ends. Yes, split ends in my beard.Enjoy.It will grow once more, just not right now.til next timeOLC

Repost: Very Important!!!! ?Cyclist hit and needs your help!!!

2009-05-26T22:18:00.004-05:00

Today my lawyer Lenore Shefman called me and asked me to post this up. Jason got all the details before I did, which is good because his blog draws so many more people, but this NEEDS TO BE POSTED AND REPOSTED. Hey Fellow Cyclists,This is the third case we have received over the past year where a cyclist was seriously injured and the offices eiher failed to take a report, failed to gather witness

Fundraising Bike Wash

2009-05-26T21:59:00.004-05:00

So Jenn and I are riding from San Antonio to Austin this weekend for the Tour De Cure. I'm sure you're tired of hearing this, but you know, no one else is going to write about it, so I do. The ride is for a great cause and it will be our last one for the year I'm sure. That is not to say that we might not do anymore rides(benefits), but it can be a strain trying to plan the rides and it is a pain

Bike month extended!!!

2009-05-19T14:37:00.002-05:00

Saw this over at ATXBS and it bears repeating.Jackalope Extends Bike MonthIn the month of June, if you ride your bike to the Jackalope and mention to your bartender that you did (they will take your word for it), your Lonestars are only a buck for all of June. My buddy owns the place and wanted to keep bike month going so he’s giving the cyclists around town an extra reason to keep on riding.My

Warriors....come out and rideeee!!!!

2009-05-19T14:28:00.003-05:00

Tonight!!!!!I'm a warrior, come and find me and the gang. Holla at Mim's to get all the details.....MAYS RIDE!WARRIORZZ COME OUT AND PLAY!!! THIS RIDE IS GOING TO BE MUCH DIFFERENT FROM THE PAST RIDES. WE WILL NOT BE MEETING AT DONNS DEPOT. I HAVE ASSIGNED DIFFERENT GANG LEADERS FROM THE WARRIORS MOVIE, JUST GET IN TOUCH WITH ANY OF THE PEOPLE BELOW TO JOIN THEIR WARRIORS GANG. EACH GANG WILL

go to City Hall this Thursday & SIGN THIS

2009-05-19T08:53:00.003-05:00

As for the City Hall portion of this post, Yellow Bike says it Best, so this is directly from them:"First, we apologize for breaking our own rule of emailing you only once a month. We feel this reminder is a worthy exception, and we hope you'll agree:This Thursday, May 21st, Austin City Council will hold a public hearing on the 2009 update to Austin's Bicycle Master Plan. The update outlines

Fast Folks Grand Opening and other stuff

2009-05-18T13:42:00.002-05:00

I had fun at the Fast Folks Grand Opening!!! Good people, good times. Les and I actually won something form the raffle!! WOOHOO!! Free beer, margaritas, all that good stuff!!!As for the other stuff, we're going to be hosting another Bike Wash pretty shortly. This time, we're trying to raise a little bit of cash to help Les and I out in our fundraising efforts for the Tour de Cure. We're almost

Polo Short

2009-05-11T12:05:00.003-05:00

Played polo yesterday for the first time since breaking my back and leg. I had a blast and it should become apart of my normal Sunday afternoon once again.ATX Bike polo Social Club 5/10/09 from Les Bennett on Vimeo.Go on Thursday or Sundays!!!!!til next timeOLC

Bicycle Film Festival '09

2009-05-10T22:42:00.003-05:00

Just saw this.....We are going to 39 cities this year. Let's have fun together!Memphis MAY 29-30New York JUNE 17-21Bike Ride NY to Philadelphia JUNE 26Philadelphia JUNE 26Pittsburgh JULY 2-4Minneapolis JULY 8-11Richmond JULY 10-11SF JULY 14-18Detroit JULY 17-18Oakland JULY 19Portland JULY 31-AUGUST 1Austin AUGUST 5-9San Diego AUGUST 8Chicago AUGUST 12-15Toronto AUGUST 19-22Orlando AUGUST 21-

Side saddle pics

2009-05-10T15:10:00.004-05:00

Bike Polo today!

2009-05-10T13:33:00.002-05:00

Bike polo is following Sexy Sunday at Eastwood park today. Be there!!

Cross Club #11

2009-05-10T13:18:00.003-05:00

Just some pics that I took during Brian Davies Cross Club 11.Cross Club #11 from Les Bennett on Vimeo.Sorry for the delay....til next timeOLC

What REALLY grinds my gears

2009-05-08T16:09:00.004-05:00

People exiting a driveway/shopping center/streets and waiting for the last second to stop as I ride my bike by in front of them.People who drive their cars to close to me.People who drive to close and then pull in my lane for some unknown reason.People in Diesel trucks that as hey go by, they feel the need to floor it and leave me in a cloud of their black emissions.People who can't wait 10

This Weekend

2009-05-08T09:11:00.003-05:00

If you're a lady, you know you want to race!!!! Saturday, at the Capitol, 2PM. Be there.The flyer is everywhere, so I'm not going to repost it here (again), but it looks like it will be a ton of fun. I am going to be out there and hopefully win something cool!! There are a TON of sponsors!! Good job on getting things all together for this race!As for other things going on this weekend, tomorrow

Most excellent indeed.....

2009-05-01T06:36:00.003-05:00

Can't fucking wait... super stoked!!!!Fatty's going to try and win...be readytil next timeOLC

One year and counting

2009-05-01T06:28:00.004-05:00

One year ago today, the start of bike month, was when I was hit by the '85 Dodge Ram van. It compressed and broke my back in five spots. I'm not riding today, but you bet your ass, I'm riding like fuck tomorrow.

CrossClub #10 and #11

2009-04-29T11:30:00.003-05:00

Jason over at ATXBS beat me to the punch this morning, but it still needs to be posted again so some of you go. I know it is going to be raining, but that's what makes this all so awesome!!!Brian, you're a beast.1) I would really recommend wearing a helmet from now on. I'm not going to demand it *yet*, because I know some of you are really concerned about keeping your hair pretty. In the near

A little late.. but whatever

2009-04-25T10:23:00.005-05:00

Photos from the MS 150

2009-04-22T10:26:00.002-05:00

Trying to post these pictures has been giving me tons of trouble. I'm frustrated and have given up on trying to put captions for the photos or telling the story... So, see here are some photos of the ride, plain and simple.Ride safe.

Free Ice Cream w/ Chris Riley

2009-04-20T13:05:00.003-05:00

Just got notice of this....I bit of Q and A wit Chris Riley at Spiderhouse on the 25th. Starts at 9pm and ends late. Free bands, free ice cream, what more could you want?

MS 150 recap.... day one and two

2009-04-20T08:31:00.004-05:00

So as you know, Jenn and I rode in the MS 150 this weekend. We both had been looking forward to this since last year. Last year we didn't register in time and weren't able to ride. We registered in time this year and were pumped since the registration filled up in less then seven hours.So Friday afternoon comes along and we're on our way to Houston. Jenn gets a call from her uncle (who we're

cross club#9

2009-04-17T11:03:00.002-05:00

Just got this in mail.....be there!!!"I actually DO want to throw a race tonight.The rest of you mugs - I've been threatening to do it and now the timing, my health, and the weather have joined forces to make this the most awesome/shitty day to throw a race.Here's the specs:Name: Cross Club #(sixty)9 (in honor of my page placement in the Chron and the fact that the last one was actually the

So just a few things, some bike related....some not

2009-04-16T14:17:00.003-05:00

So first, I wanted to say that the MS 150 is this weekend. I still haven't reached my goal of raising money, so if you wnat help a brother out. This is a a link to my page if you wish to donate. I have to have a minimum of $400 dollars, my personal goal was $600. The ride is for a great cause, so don't buy that six pack of beer this weekend, donate it to me. It looks like it is going to rain all

rain rain go away!!

2009-04-13T13:38:00.002-05:00

come again another day!!I just looked at the forecast for this weekend from Houston to Austin and it's looking pretty ugly. 40% chance of thunderstorms on Saturday and 30% on Sunday. Hopefully the meteorologists are wrong on this (like they are on so many things). I do not want to ride from Houston to Austin in the rain. What happens if it starts lightening??Rain, if you're listening, please come

Cross Club 7

2009-04-07T13:09:00.004-05:00

Just got this in email.....I'm calling out a race this weekend. BUT, since my Sundays have gotten busier and complicated, and it looks like there's nothing else on the calendar for that night, I'm calling Saturday night. Hope this isn't a problem for those of you that race. Here's the details:Name: Cross Club #7Date: Saturday, April 11Time: 8 pmStart/finish: Lamar Ped BridgeFee: $5Duration:

hipsters and their hip tricks....

2009-04-07T11:11:00.005-05:00

Saw this photo and I was just like holy dog shit batman!!!David Munson is the photographer, every picture I have seen of his, is awesome!! Check them all out.til next timeOLC

Crazy German.....

2009-04-06T12:37:00.001-05:00

Through the pines

2009-04-05T10:53:00.003-05:00

So yesterday, Jenn her sister and I drove out to Bastrop to do a training ride for the MS 150. This is the map of the route we took. This is actually a training ride, called pedalthrupines, but we cheated and didn't pay the $40 registration fee. We did the metric century route. The map says that it is 62 something miles, but it ended up being around 66 miles. So if you haven't done this ride, it

Adventures of onelescar and the stupid driver's he encounters #1

2009-04-04T20:27:00.003-05:00

So I decided to make a new segment, if you wanna call it that. It will feature the stupid drivers that I encounter when riding to work or where ever. So yesterday I was riding to work. I left at 6 am, it was cold, 40 something degrees. I was just wearing a t-shirt and a pair of shorts. I thought that I would warm up, but I, in fact did not. I was fucking cold the whole ride to work. So am almost

While we keep talking about the ladies...........

2009-04-01T12:33:00.005-05:00

So I know that this has been posted elsewhere, but it could use some more publicity. I know Mo has been talking about doing one of these, but Annie D has got something a brewing now. I've wanted to get an all ladies race going myself, I just wasn't sure how many ladies would actually show up. I hope lots of the ladies show up. I'm sure Jenn will race in it as well.til next timeOLC

Thanks Ladies!!

2009-04-01T08:34:00.001-05:00

Awesome response gals!!! Thanks to everyone who emailed me!! I think we have enough people to go ahead and get things started! I'll be emailing all of you soon!!!Thanks to everyone for telling their friends and all that jazz.Be safe!

Something to think about....

2009-03-31T22:06:00.002-05:00

So Erik, posted this on facebook, and it is amazing the art that is done and the statistics behind it....makes you think. So when you go to get that cup of Joe, bring your own fucking cup.til next time

LADIES! LADIES! LADIES!

2009-03-31T08:40:00.002-05:00

'ello everyone. Right now, I'm working with a friend from Texas Bicycle Coalition on a campaign to advocate ladies wearing their helmets while riding. We're looking for about 5-10 female cyclists with their bikes and helmets to lend us a helping hand in making this happen.. If you're looking for celebrity status in Austin (ha!) you miiiiiiight get it because your face, helmet and bike are going

Dan Cakes from ATX fixed gettin yer done!!!!

2009-03-31T00:14:00.004-05:00

So I was just doing my normal cruising, and saw Andrew from ATXfixed was the featured bike blogger/blog of the week, in Bike Blog NYC. Andrew, had an interview with the blogger, I was happy to see that my blog actually gets read along with all the other great blogs out there. I know my blog is not as informative as Jason's, but fuck it. Sometimes I wanna say something too!!!The interview:Name:

This....

2009-03-30T22:06:00.001-05:00

Has to be my favorite post by bikesnob....true....so true

video from the start....

2009-03-30T20:56:00.002-05:00

Soooo here is the raw video from the start of the race. I really need to invest in a helmet camera, so I can strap that shit to someone and make a proper video.Drop Dead Alleycat part deux from Les Bennett on Vimeo.til next timeOLC

After Race report

2009-03-29T10:52:00.004-05:00

So first, I would like to say thanks to everyone who came out and raced on such a beautiful windy day!! We raised $106 dollars for YBP, and 479 cans of food for the Austin Food bank!!!!!!! Holy shit everyone!!! Thats a lot of food, for the food bank!The race had 5 checkpoints. All the check points were at HEB. All racers had to purchase 2 cans of food at each HEB. Every extra can of food

TOMORROW!!!!!

2009-03-27T17:33:00.004-05:00

Ok kids, the big day is tomorrow. You're going to want to meet at Eastside Pedal Pushers @ 2pm for registration and the race will be starting @ 3pm. Hopefully the weather will cooperate with us and that it won't be raining or brutal fucking winds. Again, bring a bag 5 bucks to enter and two cans of food. Also remember to bring a few extra bucks for each of the stops. All of the money goes to YBP

Hey Ladies!!!!!

2009-03-27T12:30:00.002-05:00

No, I'm not talking about the Beastie Boys song, I'm talking about all you wonderful ladies of Austin. Mo over at what's the rush? is getting together a weekly/monthly ride, just for you ladies. Instead of hosting a race that pits women against one another, I have a better idea. Unity.I am calling on ladies only, young, old, gay, straight, fast, slow, new to cycling, old pros, to join me in a

Never Nude!!!!

2009-03-25T12:49:00.004-05:00

This should be an interesting ride to say the least....

Stephen Moser arrested!!!!!

2009-03-24T18:06:00.004-05:00

This just in. Stephen Moser is arrested!!!! I'm sure everyone remembers him for his famous rant,Speaking of bikes, my heart began to turn to stone as I was stopped at Riverside and Lamar watching a parade of bikes indulging, presumably, in some form of civil disobedience. What that meant was that dozens of clowns on bicycles took up the entire street and brought most traffic to a standstill.

getting closer

2009-03-23T13:11:00.002-05:00

POLO!!!!

2009-03-20T11:55:00.001-05:00

Some good video from thyneighborsbike, makes me want to play so bad. Stupid broken leg!!!Austin Bike Polo from Thy Neighbors Bike on Vimeo.

Aftermath.....

2009-03-18T16:39:00.006-05:00

You can find more here. Thanks to Doug for all the great shots!!

A Bit of Bad News

2009-03-17T12:04:00.003-05:00

Just saw this over at ATXBS and thought Would spread it around. A little bit of bad news: the committee hearing for SB 488 will be postponed indefinitely. Instead of pushing the schedule back one week, the clerk informed me that they will continue with the planned schedule, and the bills that would have been heard last week will be "fit in at some later time, maybe." Basically, there is no date

MIDNIGHT RIDAZZZ!!!!!!

2009-03-16T08:08:00.001-05:00

RIDE ON!!!!!! It is on Saint Patties day as well....going to be epic!!!

Update on the Rhizome Party

2009-03-13T11:27:00.001-05:00

The party has been moved to CLUB DEVILLE. Tell your friends! (I've included the press release about the Rhizome below)FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASERhizome Collective Sounds International Call: Code Violations May Force EvictionAustin, Texas – March 11, 2009 - The Rhizome Collective is a consensus-run 501c3 nonprofit organization that has operated a center for community organizing and urban sustainability

Results from Bike Poll

2009-03-11T14:32:00.003-05:00

So after a few weeks on the blog, the results are in. Seventy people voted on the poll. Thanks everyone who voted.18% of the votes only have one bike.24% have two bikes.20% three bikes34% have four or more. That's a lot of bikes for some of you out there!34% of you have track bikes.61% of you have road bikes.41% of you have mountain bikes.20% of you have cross bikes.18% of you have BMX cruiser

Bikes Across Borders

2009-03-11T13:38:00.002-05:00

The organization Bikes Across Borders is based at the Rhizome Collective. The collective is an east Austin center for community organizing and urban sustainability projects. Bikes Across Borders is a local nonprofit bike workshop with an international mission. Since it began in 2000, the organization has repaired salvaged bicycles as well as provided bicycle and bike trailer workshops to area

Need a fix for something more?

2009-03-09T17:40:00.001-05:00

Go and check out Fouteenteeth.

onelescar

Tour Blog

dead

Traffic Enforcement for Bicyclist Safety

what the hell is wrong with people

bike to work

why doesn't our cross have this?

this bike is a pipe bomb