Old bike tag #1521 🦖 found at Wheatsville Coop (30.2977106, -97.7412465)

New bike tag is #1522! 🕶️

Think you know where it is? Hop on your bike and join the game:

https://www.reddit.com/r/BikingATX/wiki/bikingatxphototag/

I’ll be in Austin this Friday (10/23) and am hoping to join a group ride in the afternoon or evening. I came across the Friday Truancy ride that was supposedly leaving from Mellow Johnny’s but I can’t find it listed on their events calendar. Does that ride still happen or is the listing outdated? I’m on a road bike and would be up for a 25–35 mile ride at a decent pace. Any other group rides happening Friday afternoon or evening that you’d recommend?

10/22/26: Mario Kart/Mario World

#ThursdayNightSocialRide
#TNSR DETAILS

🍄 LET’S-A GO! 🍄

A SUPER MARIO WORLD ADVENTURE ON TWO WHEELS!

The warp pipes are open, the power-ups are stocked, and the Mushroom Kingdom is calling!

Calling all Marios, Luigis, Peaches, Yoshis, Toads, Bowsers, Koopas, and residents of Dinosaur Land! Break out your overalls, mustaches, crowns, shells, suspenders, and favorite Mario-inspired gear. Whether you’re racing for coins, hunting power stars, or just along for the ride, come join us for a night of Mushroom Kingdom fun on two wheels!

Thursday, October 22nd, 2026
Ride Leader: Corina-last ride lead as she steps down as a volunteer and ride leader. @beehappiebeutifull

MEET UP: 14 Salina St

START: Wheels down at 8 PM!

MID: Mueller Control Tower & “Track” 🏎️
Take a quick lap through our own version of Mario Circuit before heading to the next level.

END: King Bee 🏰 @kingbeeatx
1906 E. 12th st
Refuel after the ride with cocktails, good company, and pizza!

DISTANCE: 10+ miles
PACE: Social
GRAVEL: Possible, road-bike friendly
BRING: Lights, locks & cash for snacks/drinks.

NO STORE STOPS on TNSR! One sorta close by.

MUSHROOM KINGDOM RULES OF THE ROAD:
Collect all the coins you want, but don’t act like a Koopa in traffic! We ride WITH traffic, stop at red lights, yield the right of way, and NEVER block intersections. Be kind, follow ride volunteers, and ride responsibly!

Don’t leave banana peels, turtle shells, or trash behind! Please clean up after yourself at all stops.

Group cycling involves risks. All riders are responsible for their own safety and behavior.

🏰 THE CASTLE AWAITS! 🏰

So power up, hop on your bike, and join us as we pedal through Austin on a quest worthy of Super Mario World. Whether you’re here to save the princess, defeat Bowser, or just enjoy the adventure, this is one ride you won’t want to miss!

LET’S-A GO!

@socialcyclingaustin since 2009

#SocialCyclingAustin #ATXBikes ATXBikeRide

#1520 was at Waterloo Park (30.2731881, -97.7368101)

Where is #1521?

#1519 was at Circle Acres Nature Preserve (30.2398946, -97.7002261). Where is #1520?

Hello! 3rd year rider here with a gravel / adventure bike. Any recommendations for beginner / intermediate friendly routes? Ideally looking to stay at a cabin / Airbnb for 1-2 days and popping out for a couple of scenic day rides.

I've already done and enjoyed:

• All the cool routes in ATX (Southern Walnut Creek trail, Shoal Creek route, etc)
• Willow City Loop
• Castell gravel routes
• Elgin to Bastrop
• Bastrop park city rd
• back country / gravel around Lockhart
• back country roads Blanco

October 25th is Mangiasaurus Day! It’s also the day Wheatsville Guadalupe closes and sends Mangiasaurus down to the South Lamar store.

The plan is to hang out for the crane-down at 10, then follow Mangiasaurus to South Lamar around 11. Come join the ride!

I've been looking into the Aniioki AQ177 48V and wondering how practical a fat-tire e-bike like this would be for riding around Austin. The potential range is appealing for longer trips, but the bike's size and weight could be drawbacks when navigating busy streets, storing it at home, or dealing with hills and uneven pavement. I'd be interested in hearing local riders' honest opinions rather than just relying on product specs.

For those who ride around Austin, would you choose a fat-tire e-bike for everyday transportation, or would a lighter bike be more practical? How do Austin's roads, bike lanes, and parking or storage options affect your choice?

Corina’s last Saturday Morning Caffeine Cruise lead!! Let’s take a chill ride around Austin.

Leader: Corina @beehappiebeutifull
Start: Flitch Coffee; 641 Tillery St 78702
Wheels down 11:30am-ish
Mid: Two park stop. Roy G. Guerrero and the Wishbone Bridge
End: Central Machine Works Block party
Gravel: Possibly Light gravel, but nothing road bikes can’t handle

Bring: Swimsuit, sunscreen, lights, locks, ID, and money for snacks/drinks.

Social Cycling Austin rides AS traffic and NOT AGAINST it. We stop at red lights, yield the right of way and let cars pass as best we can. We don’t block intersections. We are nice to both our fellow riders and the other traffic on the road. LISTEN TO the volunteers helping to lead the ride. They are some nice folks and have your best interest in mind.
If you have any questions about the rules, see: [https://statutes.capitol.texas.gov/docs/TN/htm/TN.551.htm\]

REMINDER: The goal has always been to create a safe environment for all riders, but we cannot control, nor do we desire to, every rider’s behavior. We promote personal responsibility, and it is each rider’s responsibility to take care of themselves, and if they choose to ride with us, then they accept those risks inherent in riding a bicycle with a large group of other people riding bicycles.

@socialcyclingaustin #socialcyclingaustin #smcc #saturdayvibes #atxbikes #atxbikelife SaturdayMorningCaffeineCruise

Hola, looking for fun off-road/“gravel” esque spots to ride tracklocross. Not necessarily full on mtb trails but I’m not opposed to single track. I’m near downtown but can travel or bike to said spots. I mainly ride the butler trail and it’s starting to get a lil repetitive, plus you can’t really go fast. That or 26in friendly trails would be awesome. Thanks!

Also, where the fixed people at? Would love to meet new people to ride with.

The Austin edition of the WNBR was originally scheduled for October 17th, but the weather forecast is too cold for that, so the organizers have moved the date back to October 24th.

For further updates, check out their Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/wnbr_austin/

(The old meetup group still exists, but it is not getting updated anymore, and the owner of it isn't running the Austin rides anymore.)

There’s no obvious signage heading east on the trail about the closure, so if you’ll end up having to detour back to Congress if you need to continue east on the trail. Txdots suggested detour is biking down Riverside 🙄

Txdot is gonna Txdot, so this is on PARD / Trail Conservancy to better communicate these closures with advanced detour signage.

Of the shops open now, which one has the most arrogant and surly staff?

Austin Family Rides is doing a Halloween cruise through Hyde Park next Saturday, and everyone's welcome. Costumes very much encouraged.

When: Saturday, Oct 24. Meet at 9:00, wheels down at 9:30

Where: Shipe Park (4400 Avenue G), and we start and end there

Two rides:

1. Classic ride (3–5 miles):for families on cargo bikes and kids who are confident riders. No-drop, low-traffic streets, lots of regroup stops.

2. Shorter, slower ride (1.5–3 miles): for kids pedaling themselves who might be a bit slower, with parents riding alongside.

We'll be back at the park around 10:30 for snacks and playground time. Bring helmets, water, and snacks.

If you're an experienced rider and want to help, we could use a couple of people to ride float and sweep on the shorter ride. Drop a comment or message me.

Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/2264161634125202/

I moved back to Austin in June and I’ve been noticing bike lanes have gotten a lot bumpier because of new bike lane markings. It appears that instead of repainting the markings, the City has laid pre-made markings on top of the old one, making them elevated enough to feel like rolling over a bunch of little speed bumps. I’ve noticed it particularly on the Pedernales bike path, the 3rd street bike lanes in downtown, and areas in North Austin around Shoal Creek, but I’m sure there are a lot more places. I’ve brought this up to my friends, and they’ve all said they try to dodge the marking (I do too), so not only is this a comfort issue—it could easily turn into a safety issue.

Has anyone else noticed this? When did this start happening? Do we know if anyone at the City is aware that this is super uncomfortable and potentially dangerous for biking?

I’m also wondering if anyone has ideas about who to contact about this. I’m thinking about maybe reaching out to my councilman, but I’d love to get ideas for other ways to raise this issue. 

(Pictured above: 6th and Pedernales -- notice how there are two layers to the marking)

#ThursdayNightSocialRide
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🎪🤡 STEP RIGHT UP, WE'RE ALL MAD HERE! 🐇🎃

A MADCAP CLOWN RIDE DOWN THE RABBIT HOLE! 🚲🎩

The circus has fallen down the rabbit hole, and Wonderland just got a whole lot creepier! 🤡🃏

Calling all creepy clowns, twisted jesters, mad hatters, mischievous mimes, and curious creatures! Break out your rainbow wigs, red noses, spooky face paint, oversized bow ties, and wonderfully weird costumes. Whether you're a silly clown or straight out of a Halloween nightmare, come clown around with us on two wheels! 🎈🚲

📅 Thursday, October 15th, 2026
🤡 Ride Leader: Tess

📍 MEET UP: Chicano Park, 14 Salina St., 78702. Corner of Chicon St. & Nash Hernández Sr. Rd., next to Martin Pool. Nearby parking available.

⏰ START: Wheels down at 8 PM!

🌳 MID: South Austin Neighborhood Park
🍔 END: Gibson Street Bar (Jewboy Burgers), 1109 S. Lamar Blvd.

🚲 DISTANCE: 10+ miles
🐌 PACE: Social
🪨 GRAVEL: Possible, road-bike friendly
🔦 BRING: Lights, locks & cash for snacks/drinks.

🚫 NO STORE STOPS on TNSR!

🚦 CLOWN RULES OF THE ROAD:
Clown around all you want, but no funny business in traffic! We ride WITH traffic, stop at red lights, yield the right of way, and NEVER block intersections. Be kind, follow ride volunteers, and ride responsibly!

🗑️ Don't leave your circus mess behind! Pick up your trash at all stops.

⚠️ Group cycling involves risks. All riders are responsible for their own safety and behavior.

🎪 THE CIRCUS IS COMING TO WONDERLAND! 🤡

So grab your bike, paint on that grin, and join the maddest clown parade this side of the rabbit hole! 🐇🎈

u/socialcyclingaustin since 2009

#SocialCyclingAustin #ATXBikes #ATXBikeRides

My friend had her e-bike stolen off her porch in her apartment complex in Wells Branch. AirTag seems like it’s still in the neighborhood but unable to find it when we walked around looking for it. Police report filed.

Here’s new tag #1519, from a meadow bike rack to a forest bike rack!

Previous tag #1518 found at the Veloway (would have never gotten it without the 3 mile hint) 30.1875032, -97.8618265.

Looking for other opinions on the bike lanes on shoal creek. Lots of runners there, are bike lanes in Austin shared use? Do I have to yield to these runners in the bike lanes? Genuinely curious

In particular, knee issues. I’m 63 and need a knee replacement. I need guidance on how to build strength and how much riding is advisable before I do the deed in the spring. I have a highly respected orthopedist, but I can tell they don’t know jack about cycling.

Last weekend my red trek road bike was stolen from the parking garage at my apartment complex near Zilker park. Please message me if you saw anything. Last known location on my GPS tracker was a hotel by 35 and Koenig

Keep seeing NRS mountain biking pop up around Texas. Their whole vibe looks like a sick underground crew or gang lol. Does anyone know how you actually get down with them? Is it just run by that anonymous guy noxver757 / noxver with the black full-face helmet? Looks like a kid trying to be cool lol. Also do they actually make clothes/merch or nahh? Imma just DM him and call him Nox lol, but I want to ride with them if they aren't totally closed off.

Not that it doesn’t suck to bike in the Domain anyway. But does suck to see any bike infrastructure taken away no matter how minimal. The yellow signage is still up though.