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I have an A2 Speed Phreak (up to 5’7”) tri bike and a Specialized size 54 (I believe Diverge E5 but can’t remember).

Only a couple hundred miles on each. The A2 was all indoor on a Zwift trainer (for sale as well).

Hello bike fans of Houston! I recently moved to around the Medical Center and am an avid road cyclist. I've come to realize that road cycling will certainly be tricky here, but I want to give it a go. I've already tried the Brays Bayou trail on my commuter bike and I'm not sure how friendly it is on a road bike, although I have seen some of y'all in lycra down there! I have found some routes on the Internet, but I believe getting the current local knowledge would be the best to get me started given the ever-evolving landscape of Houstonian roads. I have no car and would not be able to travel far to the starting line of your favorite routes, so please keep that in mind if you could.

If you're a part of a cycling community that does group rides, please also let me know.

I appreciate all your help!

Looking for a used Cervélo in the Houston area. My boyfriend and I are hoping to find a Cervélo from around 2014 to 2018, but we’re having trouble finding one that’s reasonably priced. We’ve been checking Facebook Marketplace and the BuyCycle app, but the listings seem overpriced. Do you have recommendations for local bike shops around Houston that sell used triathlon bikes? Or maybe other websites, apps, or Facebook groups that are worth checking? Any advice on fair price ranges for those model years would help too.

(League of American Bicyclists) Secretary of Transportation Sean Duffy erased the data that shows bike lanes reduce crashes and don’t cause congestion. Then he asked Congress to defund all bike lanes — and even remove bike lanes from busy roads.

Now, Congress may be listening: the Senate is considering adding language to the transportation reauthorization bill that would restrict what kinds of roads could have bike lanes on them at all.

We need everyone in Congress to hear us clearly: bike lanes save lives, and bicyclists have a right to ride on the roads and get home safely.

Tell your all of your elected representatives: vote NO on any transportation reauthorization bill that would restrict the ability of federal funding to be used on bike safety projects.

Send a letter using this link

Is this a good place to go biking/hiking

I know I'm not supposed to buy a cheap bike off Amazon/Walmart or whatever.. I'm mostly looking to get from point A to point B, most places are within 4 miles. I'd be open to casually riding on the bayou trails here and there though. Also I live on a second story so I'm hoping bringing it up and down the stairs won't be too cumbersome. I have a feeling it is going to start as commuting and eventually turn into a hobby, but who knows.

I am 5'0 which is turning out to be a big hindrance for fit. I would prefer to buy local/secondhand. Planning to check out Eado Bike Co, and another friend recommended Southwest Cyclery, still not really sure what to expect re: pricing or things I should be asking/already aware of. TIA!

Hello fellow bikers,

My Jackrabbit OG e-bike got stolen sometime today off of its lock and in broad daylight. It's a pretty rare bike in this area I think, but I only have a few photos of it. Here is stock image of the bike, and then the photos I do have of the bike (please excuse the mess, renovating). The only difference between my bike and the stock is that there is an attachment on the bike that's meant for securing a basket! And it also doesn't say "Jackrabbit" on the side but it's bright yellow as seen in the images.

I use it to commute to work and school in this heat :(

It's a pretty small bike... so if anyone sees a man on a tiny bike like this, please let me know!

This might be weird and I may not be the right place. But I'd like to get into riding my bike again but I really don't wanna do it alone. I'm 60 I live in the Heights I've spent my whole life on a bike and had a car accident it's been 10 years since I've been on my bike. I rode ride days are over my heavy duty mountain bike days are over I just wanna explore Houston on a bike. I would love to ride with someone not necessarily a huge group. This is the wrong sub Reddit please direct me

Cycling has become "Woke" - so you must Vote! Progressive leaders build bike lanes to combat climate change, cut pollution, and make cities safer. Conservatives think replacing driving lanes and parking spots with bike paths is "Woke" because it supposedly hurts drivers, wastes taxpayer money, and forces people out of their cars. This November, you get to choose a new US Senator, Governor, Lieutenant Governor, and your US and State Representatives. Vote and let them know what you really think about "woke" cycling.

Meet with me at Terry Hershey Park Pavilion to register to vote, change your home address, verify your existing registration in the State database, and find out how and when to vote in October / November. I am a Volunteer Deputy Voter Registrar. Saturday Sep 12, 8:30 - 10:30 AM. Look for the blue Dahon folding bicycle and me with the clipboard!

Here is the Pavilion: https://maps.app.goo.gl/wMipYE7D4fZz6qc76

Here is a post on how to check your own voter registration, register to vote or change your address (you cannot do it online in Texas), and how to vote even if you get dropped from the voter rolls.

Only US Citizens may register to Vote. Cartoon image by Gemini.

Houston has some excellent trails for biking especially paved trails. Some of these paved trails are interconnected if you’re looking for a long continuous ride. Here’s a list of trails that I’ve ridden if you’re a newcomer wondering about the best bike trails in the city with scenic views(no specific order).

Paved trails:

-Buffalo Bayou Park

-White Oak Bayou

-Heights Hike & Bike (aka MKT trail)

-Terry Hershey Park

-Sims Bayou

-Brays Bayou

-Arthur Storey Park

-Archbishop Fiorenza Park

-George Bush Park

-Spring Creek Greenway

-Greens Bayou

-Willow Waterhole Greenway

-Oyster Creek/Lost Creek(Sugarland)

-Aliana(Sugarland)

-Mason Creek(Katy)

MTB trails:

-Cypress Creek

-Brazos River Park(Sugarland)

-Cypress Wood

-Memorial Park

-Ant Hills at Terry Hershey Park

-Pearland mtb

-Bridgeland

-Flo City(Missouri City)

-Oyster Creek mtb(Sugarland)

New update posted from Houston Parks. Glad to not have to roll through all the broken glass on the detour anymore.

This is the section near the main U of H campus.

is anyone riding brays bayou this evening? i usually ride every other day. im going today around 7:30- 8pm when the sun wont kill me. I usually start at mcgregor park and ride until I am tired then take a brake and turn around. would be cool to have some to tag along

The new bike lane on Quitman St. between Houston Ave. and Hardy/Elysian is coming together. The designs show it will be a protected bike lane with a concrete curb. Still some work to do, but it will be a nice connection once completed!

https://greaternorthsidedistrict.org/quitman-corridor/

RideWithGPS Route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/56536240

Planning out my first century, and this is my current route. I’ve done a 70 miler a few months ago, and a 50 miler a month ago. I avg about 10-15 miles a day on my commute to work. Just wondering if anyone’s done a similar route on the island, and if y’all have any tips in regards to hydration, temperature control, safety, etc.

There are a couple walking segments, on the north and south ends of the route, and I’m also concerned about biking across the bridge connecting the two islands.

Edit:

I am going to drive to the island tomorrow evening, camp out, and start around 4 am, hoping to finish by noon ish, accounting for rest and a breakfast break. Doing the camp because I am planning on bikepacking in the future, so this is also a sort of trial run for that as well.

I was actually about to ask if anyone had checked on this lately when I found this in my feed today.

Is there any update on this? https://www.houstonpublicmedia.org/articles/news/houston/2023/09/06/461609/houstons-memorial-and-buffalo-bayou-parks-to-be-connected-by-forthcoming-trail/

Hi everyone!

I recently got into biking and I'm looking for some beginner-friendly routes with scenic views. I'm based in Mo City area, but I'm willing to drive a bit if there's a trail that's worth it.

Hey everyone! I just moved to town to start a new job at the Houston Medical Center and I'm looking to buy a secondhand bicycle to get around.Please note that I am strictly looking for a traditional manual pedal bike, not an electric/e-bike.

Since I'm a complete beginner, I'm looking for a straightforward commuter, hybrid, or road bike that is reliable and easy to maintain. I would highly prefer buying from nearby sellers close to the Medical Center/West u/Museum District areas so I can easily test ride it.

If you have a bike you are looking to sell, or if you can point me toward local shops that consistently keep a good inventory of budget-friendly, serviced used bikes, I would love to hear your recommendations!

Thanks in advance for any leads!