Coleman Patterson, Ph.D. Director of Leadership Studies and Professor of Management and Leadership Hardin-Simmons University Abilene, Texas THE BIKE RIDE ACROSS TEXAS: A LEARNING LABORATORY As a management and leadership professor, I am constantly looking for ways for my students to implement and practice the theories and principles that they read about and study […]
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Ride Interview – Bluebonnet Express 2016 – Waller, Texas
By Peter Radowick Thousands of cyclists have long had the dates April 16-17 circled in red ink. That’s the weekend of the BP MS 150, a 180-mile trek from Houston to Austin. Some 13,000 pedalers are expected in what is billed as the largest ride of its kind in North America. But first things first. With […]
World’s Hardest Cycling Climb
Ron Hawks is at it again! This time his adventures took him to Hawaii. Always enjoy reading about his adventures! [divide icon=”circle” width=”medium” color=”#d6d6d6″] When cyclist talk about the greatest climbs in the world, most can agree that Alpe d’Huez is the most famous, Passo de Stelvio is the most spectacular and Mt. Ventoux is […]
Ride Review: Mont Ventoux
Ask any cyclist about Mont Ventoux and they can probably recognize it instantly. Although it has only been used in the Tour de France since 1951, it is one France’s most monumental climbs. Unfortunately, the mountain gained even more fame because of tragedy when, in 1967, a British rider lost his life as he approached the summit. Despite […]
Alpe d’Huez
Ron is one of our Wheelbrothers and is one of those individual that just LOVES the idea of riding hills. Well, hills and mountains that is. This summer he had the opportunity to travel to France and cycle along Tour de France roads. While there he apparently found some ‘hills’ as well and made it […]
Ride Report – La Vernia Wild West Hammerfest Bicycle Ride 2016
Why join the “La Vernia Wild West Hammerfest Bicycle Ride”? Hammerfest is a Bike MS: Valero Ride to the River Recommended Ride. Riders will be greeted by our friendly, small town atmosphere. Three great routes to choose from, with gentle rolling hills, fantastic support on the route and at our fun and well-stocked rest stops. Support […]
The #1 Way for Cyclists (or any athlete) to Get and Stay Healthy
You sweat. You push your limits. You expand your lungs and tone your muscles into a habitual rhythm. You self-motivate and ride; And you sweat. It’s a beautiful thing, a man (or woman) and their bicycle. When you’re not hovering over your handlebars, you might be pressing bells or stretching or using a treadmill. You […]
Ride Interview – Peach Pedal 2015 – Weatherford, Texas (July 11th)
Whether or not you’re already considering heading out to Parker County Peach festival the weekend of July 11th, consider contributing by way of joining the Peach Pedal 2015. It aids in supporting the community and also offers scholarships for Weatherford College students. WC’s Vice President Brent Baker gives us the juicy details below. […]
Two Wheeled Epitome of Independence Day
Too often, the bicycle becomes a means to an end. We use them to stay fit, pedaling our way to healthier limbs, lungs and hearts. We compete either for a victorious win or to support a cause. Even the need to get from place to place gives us an excuse to use our bicycles. But […]
Ride Interview – Wild Pig Pedal – Seymour, Texas
There’s a whole lot of riding going on. This weekend that is. (If you happen to be in the Waxahachie area this Saturday be sure to check out the Cow Creek Country Classic Ride that we blogged about yesterday.) Another option for wheeled weekend recreation is happening Saturday June 27th in Seymour, Texas. The Wild […]