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Bike Rides This Week & More
We've got some great fall rides for you to consider this weekend and the Trinity River Wind Festival coming up on October 29. 

We've also got some tips for riding apparel in cooler weather and how to stay in shape during the winter months. Check it out. I hope to see you out there wheel soon!
Mineral Wells, TX - October 15

My favorite small town attraction at this ride is the local Elvis Impersonator who puts on a show as we ride out at 9:00am. Lots of challenging hills on their routes of 22, 37, 50, 65 and 100 miles. This is not a flat ride, so be ready for plenty of hills. I'll be there riding with my friend Roby Christie from Wichita Falls and the HHH.

Get ALL the ride information here
Baytown, TX - October 15 & 16

My friend Bob Appolito was talking about this 2 day ride yesterday. It has 3 hills - all bridges. The rest of the time you are riding flat roads with ocean and bay views, as well as a ferry boat ride. Looking for a new adventure?
Farmersville, TX - October 22

The friendly folks at the local Chamber of Commerce began organizing this ride several years ago. They make it better every year. Offering routes of 20, 30, 40, 50 and 62 miles, everybody can find something to ride. Ask about the North East Texas Trail while you are in town. Start time is 9:00am.

Get ALL the ride information here
Fall Apparel Tips

While one layer of clothing is great for most warm weather riding, many cyclists need layers to stay comfortable whenever the temperatures get cooler. In the fall and spring, 2 layers are usually enough to do the trick. While some cyclists prefer to layer with arm warmers and leg warmers or tights, others go for a thin shell jacket/vest up top and nothing on their legs (other than their shorts).

Light, thin full fingered gloves might also be necessary. 60 degrees can sometimes feel like 40 degrees on a bike.

The goal with the layers is to hold in body heat so that your muscles get warmer faster and stay warm as you ride along. Then, as you get too warm (sweating under the layers) it is time to peel off the extra layer. My friends always make fun of how much clothing I wear in cooler temperatures, but I really like to stay comfortable. Just make sure that you have a safe way to carry the apparel once you take it off.

One last item. If you decide to wear tights, they go on OVER your cycling shorts. That way, you can peel off the tights without being arrested for public nudity.
Dallas, TX - October 29

The Trinity River Ramble debuts this year as part of the Trinity River Wind Festival. This Family Friendly event offers two routes - one paved and one with both pavement and gravel surfaces. Participants will get easy access to the rest of the days activities because the trail ride is the first event on the schedule. Children 12 & and under ride for $10 with a paid adult registration. 

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Winter Indoor Cycling Begins November 7

Whether you are looking to get stronger, lose weight or simply keep your fitness levels up during the winter months - this program will work for you. Our format works for all ability levels and we offer 8 sessions each week. Our schedule also includes a Core & More Class that will keep your core muscles toned and flexible.

No matter where you bought that bicycle, it can help you manage stress, lose excess weight, build your fitness or take you on an adventure.

In order to do that, you've got to get out there and ride.

Bikin' Mike Keel | BikinMike.com | 972-578-5719 | Email | Website
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