News By Bike: Links for You to Read (Oct 9)

Looking for some weekend reading? Look no further than these links we thought were worth sharing this week:

From BikeTexas:

Volunteer with us at Austin BikeFest! Have fun, support bicycle advocacy, & get a free shirt!

The deadline for speaker proposals for the 2016 Texas Trails and Active Transportation Conference has been EXTENDED. Submit your proposal today.

BikeTexas Today October 2015 is out! Want to read the newsletter in your inbox instead of your browser? Sign up for our emails here.

The days are short and you need some bike lights. Get yours here.

From around Texas:

Do you live in North Texas? NCTCOG has a survey for you.

El Paso! Head to Chalk the Block this weekend, say hello to Velo Paso, and give the city your input on the new bike plan.

Houston’s Mayor Parker is working to make texting while driving an ancient memory.

Bike Friendly Oak Cliff’s solution to a hairy parking problem.

Speaking of Oak Cliff… Cyclesomatic is happening now! Don’t miss out.

Aaaannnd one more thing from BFOC– the Sylvan bridge in Dallas now has protected bike lanes.

Better Streets Week is coming in ATX! Check out the schedule of events now.

Austinites, Capital Metro wants your feedback.

From elsewhere:

Some British retailers still haven’t gotten the memo that bikes bring business.

The FHWA may be making it easier to build streets for all users.

New numbers are out, bike commuting is up!

Have a great weekend!