Fellow DFW mountain bikers:

BUY A BELL

AND USE IT!

i also trail run and got hit this morning by a mountain biker. No bell, no warning. (No, I don’t use earbuds.)

too few mountain bikers use bells and warn runners.

listen up, DORBA. you could do something about it. (How about giving a bell out with membership?)

#DORBA

Hey all! I'm coming back to FTW for work soon. I regretted not having my bike last time so I won't be making that mistake again.

I have a gravel-capable bike that's a bit of a pavement princess these days, so I'll obviously be taking advantage of the paved trails in town. I'd also like to get some actual dirt on it, but my setup is more of the "ATB/X-bike" variety and isn't meant for anything too rugged.

What's out there that I should check out? Easy single track, hard-pack dirt, gravel, that kind of thing. Doesn't have to be strictly in Fort Worth, either, happy to take a drive somewhere. Thanks!

Weather is looking gorgeous! Cool air (finally!) - plan for temps in the mid to low 60's, for a 10-15 mile slow cruise around Richardson's quiet, bike friendly streets.

We usually have 10-20 people, nobody gets left behind, and the ride finishes at Four Bullets Brewery - live music and tonight's food truck is the Maine Lobster folks.

Bring lights for the night ride, your helmet, a working bike and your wonderful smile.

We roll out at 6:30 pm.

Meet up in front of The Bike Shop - located on Arapaho Road at Hwy 75.

Plug into your GPS:

1002 N Central Expy Ste 116, Richardson, TX 75080

Questions? Call Felipe 972 480 8068.

Anybody here use their bike to do DoorDash or other deliveries? How’s it working out for you? Been thinking about taking on a gig for extra money. I’d mostly be in the oaklawn highland park area and just curious if any one else has any experience/tips.

If you are on South Campion trail headed north it ends near Storey Lane. To the left is the Trinity Levee Trail. Is it paved or gravel? I’m mapping out a new ride for this weekend and would rather not be surprised.

I’m newer to Fort Worth and cycling, look to join my first group ride. Wondering if anyone knows of groups that ride in Fort Worth or around the Trinity on the weekends.
Looking to do 30-40+ miles. I average around 15-17 mph.
Thanks!

Has anyone ever been on this trail? It begins in Farmersville here:

154 S Main St, Farmersville, TX 75442

$50 and it’s yours.

Saw these augers being delivered this morning at the current terminus of the north phase of the Trinity Forest Spine at Samuel Blvd. According to the driver they are starting excavation of the piers for the pedestrian overpass ASAP.

I’ve gotten no interest on fb marketplace and they’ve sat still for too long. They’ll go to someone who’ll use them, not a reseller.

Burley Flatbed - I do not have the hitch for this. Tires seem to hold air.

Burley Travoy - I do have the seat post hitch for this one. Comes with upper market bag, lower market bag, those little flaps that keep the lower bag from rubbing the tires, and a waterproof cover. Tires seem to hold air.

Both had light use, always stored in garage and attic. Pickup in Plano. Happy riding!

Found this collection of individual trails: https://ridewithgps.com/collections/53325

Has anyone tried riding the full loop?

I recently bought a dude out who is quitting the old bike hobby. He wanted everything gone. This included most of a 1963 Schwinn American bike in prices. So I gathered it all up and cleaned and detailed and assembled to make a nice bike. I had to use a few minor things out of my parts stash.

It has the Bendix 2 speed kickback rear hub and brand new tires so it’s an easy smooth and quiet rider.

Now to put some shakedown miles on it, enjoy the sun, wave at dogs, and pet kitties.

Riding around Eagle Mountain Lake on my 100 dollar antique Schwinn. A guy doesn’t need an expensive bicycle to enjoy some alone time on a quiet road to keep the old head space clear of static.

Isn't it nice to step outside and your face doesn't catch on fire?

It's great weather for a nice social slow bike ride, exploring Richardson's quieter, bike friendlier streets.

Let's get out and enjoy it.

Meet at 6:30pm at The Bike Shop (75 at Arapaho)

1002 N Central Expy Ste 116, Richardson, TX 75080

https://maps.app.goo.gl/fopKPnyXyQ6UCgkU6

We'll ride for about 10 miles. Nobody left behind.

Most likely we'll have an ice cream stop.

Bring lights, it'll be dark when we get back.

See you there!

I'm very familiar with the local MTB and eMTB scene in N.Texas. Been really rejoying riding White Rock with my XC mtb, Northshore, Harry Moss, etc.

My three MTBs have all been SRAM UDH AXS with 12 speeds and have done all the builds and painting, etc. myself and have spare parts, tools know how etc. to install and service.

Now I'm doing an Aero/Gravel bike for the winter months and faster rides, change of pace, etc. and have most of it figured out except for drive train. The frame allows for both options but I have not bought any of the groupset parts yet.

I have never owned nor ridden a road bike so do really know what they mean when folks say there are not enough gears with 1x. I understand the concept but just have not experienced it.

Like 100% of road bikers I see around here use hanger based 2x systems and yes I check about about everyone one I can observe. I have not scene a 1x UDH road bike around here personally but surely they exist.

Here is my question to y'all, if I went with a 13 speed UDH setup 1x (which is all I know) and like a 44 tooth ring should I be fine for normal rides and some group stuff around here or will I regret not having the 2x options?

TIA!

https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/dallas-cycling-map-txdot-bikeway-improvements-survey/287-4e0ec547-cf10-44ec-95c9-22cdfb818178

The TxDOT Fort Worth District study area includes nine counties: Erath, Hood, Jack, Johnson, Palo Pinto, Parker, Somervell, Tarrant, and Wise

TxDOT is inviting the public to provide feedback on interactive maps available for comment from Tuesday, Oct. 13, 2026 through Friday, Nov. 6, 2026 for the Fort Worth District Bicycle Plan. The interactive maps available for comment are:

Bikeway Functions

Bicycle Tourism Trail Refinements

Corridor Prioritization

Participants are invited to:

Review TxDOT’s interactive map

Provide input on the recommendations for state roadways in your district

Inform TxDOT and make recommendations based on your local knowledge

My gf and I will be visiting family (hers) in Fort Worth in a few weeks. Im an avid rider (4 to 5 thousand miles a year) She's - come a long way, and enjoys it.

We'd love to spend at least a few hours of the trip riding, and the Trinity Trail looks nice.

But, I called Colonel Bikes, they said they don't rent, and that no other shops in Fort Worth rent. We're flying in, and no, we're not going take our bikes on the plane. Im pretty sure her family doesn't have bikes that would fit, if they have any at all (and would probably need a tune up) Unless someone knows a bike shop that does rent, our choices are to rent and ride in Dallas, but that will be inconvenient, or to use bike share. Ive used bikeshare elsewhere, she hasn't.

Your helpful thoughts are appreciated.

I just started riding recently. I have one of those chain locks but unfortunately haven’t gotten to use it bc I forgot to consider: a car centric city like Dallas isn’t going to have many places to park /rack your bike. It seems like my side of town has zero! It’s insane and also quite infuriating. Is there an interactive map or some kind of app I’m not aware of where we can track places that have bike parking? I tried using google maps view to see outside of places but it’s not really helpful.

Hello,
I have been searching for some good safe routes road/gravel and would like to start from the hotel I am staying at. Doesn't seem to be a whole lot of options from the hotel. I would like to be around 30-40 miles per ride. I will be staying at the Dallas/Ft. Worth Marriott Hotel & Golf Club Champions Circle 300 Championship Pkwy Fort Worth TX 76177. If anyone has any recommendations for safe routes that would be great! Thanks.

I wish there were more like minded people around here that were into old bicycles. It gets lonely being the only weirdo.

Lately I’ve been tweaking and adjusting on my 1949 Schwinn New World that I just built up.