BFR Misc « Bike Friendly Richardson

March 31, 2012 • 6:08 am 2

Great Article In The March 2012 Far North Dallas Advocate

You might have read in this post, local blogs, Suburban Assault and Biking In Dallas were mentioned in a local magazine, the Far North Dallas Advocate. It is a really great article that made it to print in their March 2012 issue. Unfortunately, since this is the last day of the month, most of those issues are gone or replaced with April issues. So, keep an eye out for the March 2012 issue, and grab a few.

Fortunately, if you miss it, you can download a digital copy here. Or, you can always read Emily Toman‘s online article here.

Filed under: Advocacy, BFR Misc, Advocate Magazine, Bike Article, Biking In Dallas, Emily Toman, Far North Dallas Advocate

March 5, 2012 • 7:56 pm 1

City Of Richardson Gets A New Website And Updated Trail Maps

The City of Richardson just launched their newly redesigned website.

“The new design features a variety of enhancements that promote easy access to municipal services and information.

Design enhancements for Richardson’s web pages have been underway since February 2011. Its creation is intended to align with the City Council’s Statement of Goals, which aims to improve citywide communications, transparency in government operations, marketing of community assets, and encouraging public involvement.” Read more.

Although we’ve lost a few links, most of our favorite content is still available, along with some great new features. We’re looking forward to exploring the new site.

Here are some points of interest:

BICYCLE FACILITIES

BICYCLE ADVOCATE GROUPS (our favorite)

HISTORY OF BIKE LANES IN RICHARDSON

BICYCLIST’S RIGHTS

DFW AREA BICYCLE FACILITIES

PARKS & TRAILS

RICHARDSON TRAIL SYSTEM

Along with some great new trail maps:

Trail System Map
Glenville Trail
Bicycle Route Map
Huck Finn Trail
Breckinridge Trail
Owens Trail
Central Trail
Renner Trail
Duck Creek Trail
Spring Creek Trail

Filed under: BFR Misc, City Stuff, City Of Richardson, New Website, Website Redesign

February 4, 2012 • 7:21 am 2

Heading Into Dallas? Check Out The Dallas Bicycle Cafe!

It’s finally happening. Dallas is starting to become a bike friendly city. Not only are we beginning to see bike friendly businesses, but also places that are actually built for cyclists. Dallas Bicycle Cafe is now one of those destinations. Parked close to both the White Rock Creek Trail and the DART White Rock Station, this place will be a great hub for cyclists and commuters. Here’s there information:

Dallas Bicycle Cafe
Addresss: 7510 E. Northwest Hwy, Dallas, TX 75214
Phone: Not Available Yet
Website: http://www.DallasBicycleCafe.com Not Up Yet
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/BicycleCafeDallas
Hours:
Tue – Thu: 6:00 am-10:00 pm
Fri – Sat: 6:00 am-12:00 am
Sun: 6:00 am-10:00 pm
Description: Health Food, Green Nutrition, Coffee, Tea, Beer, Wine, Bicycle Storage Lockers, Changing Room. @White Rock Lake

For more information, check out this post over at BikingInDallas.

Filed under: BFR Misc, Bike Friendly, Dallas, Dallas Bicycle Cafe, Dallas Bike Cafe

February 3, 2012 • 7:01 am 9

What About Bike Parking

So, we’ve got the great biking infrastructure in the works. Bike trails, bike lanes and bike signs are being set up all over town to encourage bike riding. But what about bike PARKING. Where are folks going lock their bikes once they reach their destinations? I’ve seen a few racks around town and I’ve managed to find some random sign poles or fences to lock my bike, but as ridership increases, parking is going to be a real problem.

We would definitely like to see more racks around our city facilities. There are a few racks at places like city hall, most schools and the public library. But other places we visit, including our post offices, playgrounds and parks don’t have them.

One of our goals this year is to map out bike rack locations around town and to encourage riders to politely request bike racks at their favorite destinations. We might even post a little flyer that you can print and hand out to business owners.

Filed under: Advocacy, BFR Misc, Bike Parking, Bike Racks, Lack of Bike Racks

January 21, 2012 • 6:53 am 1

5th Annual Great Southwest Bike Swap – March 4, 2012

For some reason, I always miss this event. This year, I’m going to do my best to make it out to the 5th Annual Great Southwest Bike Swap Meet. This is a one-day event where bicycle shops, frame builders and independent bike geeks can buy, sell, trade and show bicycle stuff. Sounds like a perfect way to spend a Sunday.

Date: Sunday, March 4, 2012
Time: 9:00am – 2:00pm
Location: RESOURCE CONNECTION OF TARRANT COUNTY
1100 Circle Drive, Fort Worth, Texas 76119-8111

The Resource Connection of Tarrant County Campus is located on the south side of Fort Worth, off of I-20 and Campus Drive (Exit 439), One exit east of the I-20/I-35W interchange, north of I-20.

The event will be in building 2300 on the north side of the campus. The entrance and exit will be on the northwest corner of the building and will be clearly marked.

Admission: FREE to the public

RAFFLE PRIZES: Raffle tickets will be on sale for $2.00 each or 3 for $5.00. Drawings will be held every half-hour for raffle prizes to those present, with a grand prize set of Mavic wheels to be drawn at the close of the show. Must be present to win raffle prizes.

For more information call Rick at Colonel’s Bicycles (817) 924-1333.

Filed under: BFR Misc, Bicycle Events, Bike Swap, Colonel's Bicycles, Fort Worth, Great Southwest Bike Swap, Texas

January 1, 2012 • 8:13 am 0

Happy New Year – 2012

Bike Friendly Richardson would like to wish you a safe, healthy and happy new year. We hope your 2012 is full of fun bike rides.

Filed under: BFR Misc, Happy New Year

December 24, 2011 • 12:43 pm 0

Happy Holidays From Bike Friendly Richardson

On behalf of the crew here at Bike Friendly Richardson, we’d like to wish you a safe and happy holidays.

Ride on!!

Filed under: BFR Misc, Holidays

December 22, 2011 • 7:09 am 0

Doing My Rounds

Sometimes I find myself in a rut, taking the same rides around town, heading to the same destinations. I like that this routine has helped me become more confident on the road, simply by being familiar with the surroundings and conditions of those routes. However, I don’t like that this routine has made unenthusiastic, even bored, about my view.

I decided to switch it up this past weekend and go a different route. Also, to make the ride ‘different’ for me, I did another ride with a partner – my daughter. Sure enough, that’s all it took to get out of my rut.

Filed under: BFR Misc, Bike Trails and Routes

November 26, 2011 • 11:22 am 3

Winter is Coming, Or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Cold

By Jenny Rilling

Y’all, I am that person who’s always cold, brings a sweater to the movies during the summer, and hates to feel cold. This can present a problem for biking during the winter months, even in Texas. Last year, I made it down to about 30 degrees by wearing a bulky parka, but on days the temps dipped below 30, I just couldn’t do it.

However, this year, my goal is to commute all winter, every day, to the greatest extent possible. I’d like to share my winter clothing strategy in case it’s helpful to anyone else.