This week’s calendar round up is short as we head into the Christmas holiday next week. The Thursday Night Social Ride will be a special one this week lead by the bike gang the SkelliCyclists and will then take a hiatus next week (Social Cycling ATX’s Monday Heavy Metal Ride will also be off for the rest of the year.) For those wanting to improve their wrenching skills, Bicycle Sport Shop will be having another Wheel Truing 101 class on Saturday.
Here’s a quick run down of recommended events for the coming week from our comprehensive calendar of all cycling events. Thanks to Jason at ATXBS for letting us know about some events we couldn’t find elsewhere. As always, if there is an event you know about that’s not on our calendar contact us, and we’ll add your event on and possibly add it to the weekly round up.
Thursday, December 17
Thursday Night Bike Polo
5:30 PM, Eastwoods Park, 3001 Harris Park Ave
The Austin Bike Polo Club’s weekday match. All bikes and skill levels are welcome and spare mallets and balls are available if you don’t have any. Check out our recent article on bike polo for more info.
Bicycle Sport Shop Bike Maintenance Class
6 PM, Two locations: Bicycle Sport Shop Central, 517 S. Lamar Blvd or Bicycle Sports Shop North, 10947 Research Blvd
This is a free basic maintenance class (including how to fix a flat) taught by one of BSS’ skilled mechanics. In this 1 hour class students will learn the basic skills needed to keep their bike running safely while on the road. We will cover: Pre-ride bike inspection, Changing a flat, Proper cleaning & lubrication, and Tools for your ride.
Thursday Night Social Ride
7 PM, The Scoot Inn, 1308 E. 4th St. (Corner of 4th and Navasota
A ride from the Facebook group Social Cycling ATX. that has gotten so big it had to abandon the Pfluger Bridge start location. Meet at 7 p.m. leave at 8 p.m. This week’s ride is going to be special with the coolest bike gang in town, the SkelliCyclists, taking over the ride. They will be leading all of you on a little biking adventure. In the spirit of the holiday season, we’re throwing a themed ride: Jesus/Mary vs Santa/Mrs. Claus! So get those awesome costumes on and get ready for a fun-filled ride. It will be a nice ride through the east side & along town lake, with a stop to hang out for a little bit. The ride will ultimately land at Uncle Billy’s on Barton Springs. They’ll have free beer flowing for us, and cheap pints and calls with a very tasty late-night menu for the post ride munchies. TIP YOUR BARTENDERS. Read our recent article on the popular weekly ride.
Friday, December 18
JB and Sandy’s 13th Annual Bike for Kids Giveaway
6 – 10 AM, Mellow Johnny’s Bike Shop, 400 Nueces St
Thanks to generous donors and supporters of the 13th Annual “Bikes for Kids” drive, over 800 Trek bikes will be presented to selected underprivileged youth in the Austin area this Friday. Selected nominees will also receive bike helmets and other bike accessories. JB & Sandy will be broadcasting live on-site to give listeners the opportunity to witness the holiday spirit of giving in its purest form.
Saturday, December 19
Mellow Johnny’s Scout-A-Ride: Marathon Preview
8:30 AM, Mellow Johnny’s, 400 Nueces St
Saturday mornings spent exploring City of Austin bike routes finding new neighborhoods and ways to get around on your bike. This week’s theme is Marathon Preview. Today’s ride is the easy way to do 26.2 miles. We’ll ride the marathon course (with some slight modifications since we don’t have full road closures) passing through some of Austin’s most scenic neighborhoods. These rides are meant for exploring so bring your questions and leave your heart rate monitor at home. We roll faster but expect about 12mph ave pace since we are in town.Helmets required. These rides are meant for exploring so bring your questions and leave your heart rate monitor at home. Come by at 8:00 for coffee. Ride organizer: Eileen Schaubert at eileen@mellowjohnnys.com or 512-426-4851.
Bicycle Sport Shop Wheel Truing 101 Class
9 AM, Bicycle Sport Shop Central, 517 S. Lamar Blvd
This 3 hour class will cover wheel theory, learn how to assess wheel damage and true wheels. Students will learn, wheel theory, all aspects of truing (lateral, radial, dish, and tension), how to assess and repair wheel and rim damage. Tools will be provided for the class, but students wishing to purchase their own will receive 20% off required tools.
Fireman’s Third Annual Holiday Ride
Noon, Ozone Bike Department, 3202 Guadalupe St
Austin framebuilding company Firemans is celebrating the Holidays with a cruise for brews . We’ll be meeting up at Ozone Bike Department at noon on Saturday, December 19th. 3202 Guadalupe, next to Thundercloud subs. Come ’round to the back of the shop to meet the group pre-ride. The overall distance may be 15 miles or more, and we will have a variety of stops along the way where we can eat, drink and be merry. We encourage anyone with a bike to come join us. You don’t have to ride a Firemans, nor even a cruiser. Twenties, fixies, tall bikes, trikes, unicycles, you-name-it. All are welcome to come join in this social paced ride.
Sunday, December 20
Sunday Morning Fixie Ride
10:20 AM, Posse East, 2900 Duval St
The ride is focused on fixed-gear bikes, but everyone is welcome. The ride will proceed at a social pace from the UT campus on various routes of 25-35 miles.
Hardcourt Bike Polo
2 PM, Eastwoods Park, 3001 Harris Park Ave
Join fellow bike polo enthusiasts as part of the newly formed Austin Bike Polo Club for a friendly Sunday match every week. All bikes and skill levels are welcome and spare mallets and balls are available if you don’t have any. Check out our recent article on bike polo for more info.
Weekly Ladies Ride presented by Mellow Johnny’s
3:30 PM, Mellow Johnny’s Bike Show, 400 Nueces St
Starting at 3:30 sharp, it’s a 2 hour ride for ladies only. Join experienced riders from Mellow Johnny’s for a friendly and moderately paced social ride (14-16mph average). Get more comfortable riding in a group, learn tips & tricks, and meet other like-minded cyclists. Stay afterwards for champagne and strawberries at Royal Blue Grocery across the street! Some things to keep in mind before meeting us for this ride: Have a road bike in good working condition, Bring a helmet, Wear cycling clothing, Bring plenty of water, Are able to ride comfortably for 2 hours without stopping.
Wednesday, December 23
Hump Day Ride hosted by Social Cycling ATX
11 AM, Lamar Blvd Pfluger Pedestrian Bridge, Lady Bird Lake
The latest new ride from Social Cycling ATX. Social paced ride for the riders that can make it out during the work week. We will have a few stops one at a coffee shop and one for lunch. All levels are welcome. Share with your “funemployed” friends.
Weekly Bike Maintenance and Flat Repair Classes hosted by Mellow Johnny’s
6 PM, Mellow Johnny’s Bike Shop, 400 Nueces St
Every Wednesday at 6pm Mellow Johnny’s has bike maintenance and flat repair classes. Learn how to fix a flat tire and add life to your bike with simple maintenance and repairs. Please RSVP to Chuck atchuck@mellowjohnnys.com if you plan on attending on of the classes. Classes fill up quickly so RSVP soon so you don’t get left out!
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