/r/BikingATX
Keeping Austin Two-Wheeled: A subreddit for cyclists in ATX.
(One or three wheels are OK too, as are scooters, roller skates, one-wheelers, skateboards, etc.)
A subreddit for all things Austin on two wheels... or three, or one.
Basically: ride what brung ya.
Feel free to post anything relating to commuting, social rides, races, bike polo, mountain, road, CX, BMX, etc.
Also, posts for bikes and/or parts that are for sale by owner are allowed. As are posts relating to job opportunities having to deal with fixing bikes and riding 'em. Just don't let it get out of hand.
If you think your post got removed, message a moderator so they can look into it.
Official /r/BikingATX Photo Tag Game
Bike around Austin finding mystery locations. Win flair! Be sure to check out the RULES before posting and take a look at the MAP to see where the game has taken us!
Here's a chart of all the past tags and here's a scoreboard.
Here's a search that shows only non Bike Tag posts and search that shows only Bike Tag posts.
Group Rides, Austin Biking Websites, other Texas Bicycling Subreddits, bicycling law and FAQs have been moved to the r/bikingatx subreddit wiki.
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Anyone got a truing stand I can borrow?
I’m planning on building a set of wheels next week when I’m off from work, but Yellow Bike won’t be having any open workshops during that time. Anyone got a stand and spoke wrench I can borrow? I’ll buy ya lunch
01:08 UTC
Hardtail or full suspension?
When i moved here almost two years ago, i sold my old 2014 FS GT Sensor. It was pretty heavy, and i was told much of the biking out here is technical (i moved from SoCal, where i loved going downhill for miles).
Getting back into it, looking at new bike options. Would i be better served at 50% off a $3.6k FS carbon 29er or 50% off a $1k hardtail? Looking at GT Avalanche, GT Sensor Comp, and GT Sensor ST Carbon Elite at Jenson USA
18:48 UTC
Friday 12/20— Yellow Bike Project Community Ride
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Would a 3 speed bike be enough to deal with Austin hills?
Been riding single speed for a while and thinking of switching to a geared bike to get up hills easier since i use my bike to commute daily. Looking at one that’s a 3 speed but a buddy of mine suggested that 3 gears isn’t really enough to compensate for the hills. Would 3 be enough of a step up from single speed or should i look for something with more gears?
04:40 UTC
Bike Tag 1333
otro lado a otro mundo
New 1333: https://imgur.com/a/M5lnFeB
Found 1332: https://imgur.com/a/RmypQoT at Kinda Tropical on E 7th (30.256607406192398, -97.70313828549203(
17:16 UTC
Street Suggestions with Christmas Lights in Central Austin
Planning on riding to 37th Street would like some additional street suggestions in Tarrytown, Bryker Woods, Pemberton, Old Enfield, and Hyde Park.
21:54 UTC
Bat City Wednesday 12.18- Holiday Edition
18:06 UTC
Looking for a bike I had years ago. Earl by Trek
Sorry if this isn't the right sub. I'm looking for a Trek Earl frame or complete bike. I had one years ago and while I loved it, I sold it to make room for other newer bikes. Now, I miss it and am on the hunt for another one. I've been watching craiglist for years and one hasn't come up. Google likewise only shows me a handful and they're across the country from here. Anyone got one sitting in their garage they'd be willing to part with? TIA.
14:59 UTC
Sprinkle Valley Cyclocross - 12/21
04:41 UTC
Who has the right of way when there is a green-backed chevron?
Hey folks, I cant find this answer on the city or state websites. Who has the right of way in an intersection where there is a green backed chevron? For example, I was riding the red line trail where it crosses Navasota, does the green backed chevron cross walk give bikers the right of way?
02:01 UTC
Biking to events at Moody Center
Anybody have any do's or don'ts for this?
Looks like racks are present but perhaps not plentiful, and I'm also guessing they won't let me bring in an Ortlieb bag.
21:51 UTC
2 stolen bikes: lemond zurich & orbea alma m30
Posting here as per the suggestion. I had 2 bikes stolen in the Oak Hill area this morning, and I suspect another resident also had one stolen.
Taken right off of my 2nd story balcony. Despite seeing numerous posts for years about how 2nd story balconies are often prime targets for bike thefts, I didn't buy locks for them because I'm a dumbass, and now it cost me $4k.
Edit: pics of the bikes:
16:24 UTC
So many ebikes
I don't usually ride much during rush hour, but after a rainy, icky weekend, I decided to go out yesterday after work. I was so impressed by all the ebikes I saw. So many people on two wheels... Out of their cars and on their bikes. I love it.
12:03 UTC
Connection between hike and bike trail and Cesar.Chavez?
Google says this is bikeable. I have tried a few times to follow this (eastbound), and up at a dead-end homeless encampment. Does it work for anyone else?
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20:48 UTC
Bike tag #1331
Old tag #1330 found at 30°21'25.9"N 97°42'19.0"W Fairfield drive west of Lamar.
New tag #1331
If you know this already : >!This is a previous tag, plenty more than 500 back though.!<
23:58 UTC
Tunnel under Sw Pkwy connects Gains Creek to Monetary Oaks Blvd
Trail on both sides.
Would you do it? I sure didn't. Maybe on MTB. Seems to be pretty popular on Strava, so the OG's know.
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What's up with the new Shoal Creek bridge?
Anyone know why they put up a fence across the entrance to the new bridge over Shoal Creek? There was a private property sign on the fence at one point, but that cant be true.
02:53 UTC
Don't Get Complacent. Fight For Your Lanes.
This is just a reminder to keep up the good fight. The Circle C NextDoor crowd is starting to share that change petition posted here a few days ago like wildfire and some of them are fighting hard to remove the great bike lanes in the area. Don't let NIMBYs with free time control the streets.
When the city looks for input on bike lanes and posts surveys: take them, and share them on here! Let your reps know!
19:27 UTC
Hit on Congress/Riverside this morning while wearing a yellow slicker? Somebody from nextdoor was helpful for once and captured the license plate.
21:51 UTC
Austin Family Rides Presents Highland and Airport Ride
RSVP:https://www.facebook.com/share/14vARtnoMy/
Join Austin Family Rides for our last bike ride of 2024!We'll meet at Highland Neighborhood Park (401 W St. John's Ave.) at 9:30 a.m. Wheels down is at 10 a.m. sharp to accommodate kiddo/nap schedules. We'll ride five leisurely, no-drop miles, stopping regularly to regroup at all stop signs and traffic lights. Cargo bikes, trailers, and kids riding their own bikes are all welcome.
Please be sure to keep an eye on this event page in case we need to modify or cancel the ride due to weather.
Looking forward to riding and building community with you all again soon!Meet at: Highland Neighborhood Park (401 W St Johns Ave, Austin, TX 78752)
Meetup Time: 9:30 AM
Wheels Down: 10 AM Sharp (kids are impatient)
Route: 5 Flat miles
End: Lazarus Brewing CompanyThere will be a guided ride back for those that want one.
05:07 UTC
Black Friyay Critical Mass Austin: November Ride (Friday 11/29, 6pm, Pfluger Pedestrian Bridge)
November 29, 2024
Shop, eat some left overs, then head over for a bike ride.
Let's see what we can get ourselves into!
Critical Mass is a monthly bike ride to celebrate bicycling in Austin, TX.
We try and keep a chill pace so everyone can keep up and ride in a mass.
There is usually at least 1 rest stop.
Bring water and whatever snacks you may need.
Photo Credit: Doug
Meet up: 6pm
Location: Pfluger Pedestrian Bridge
Wheels down: 6:30-6:45pm
Pace: Social
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.
20:11 UTC
Bike Tag #1329
New #1329: https://imgur.com/a/UR7arSk (EDIT: hint in comments)
Found #1328: https://imgur.com/a/nCwOwFn at the top of green garage at the Domain(30.40458594463065, -97.72052416390602)
06:23 UTC
12pm Wednesday 11/27— Bat City Biking (Daytime Edition)
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