#hikeandbike

[travisdrivingschool]

"Safely Navigating Austin’s Hike-and-Bike Trails by Car: Essential Tips for Drivers"

🚗🌳 Exploring Austin’s Hike-and-Bike Trails by Car? Here’s How to Stay Safe! 🌳🚗

Austin, Texas, is known for its stunning outdoor spaces like the Ann and Roy Butler Hike-and-Bike Trail and Barton Creek Greenbelt. As much as these spots are beloved by cyclists, runners, and walkers, they’re also places where drivers need to be extra careful. If you’re cruising around these areas, here are a few things you should keep in mind to ensure everyone enjoys the great outdoors safely. 🛤️✨

1. Slow Down Near Trail Crossings 🛑

When you’re driving near popular trails like Lady Bird Lake, always be ready to slow down near trail crossings. Pedestrians and cyclists often appear suddenly, and a little extra caution goes a long way. At Travis Driving School, we teach our students to anticipate these situations and to be prepared to stop when needed.

2. Yield to Cyclists and Pedestrians 🚴‍♂️🚶‍♀️

Austin is known for being a bike-friendly city, which means you’ll see cyclists sharing the road with you. Always give them at least 3 feet of space when passing, and be sure to yield to pedestrians in crosswalks. Remember, they have the right of way! 👍

3. Stay Alert in Low-Light Conditions 🌙

A lot of people love hitting the trails in the early morning or after sunset, which means you might encounter folks who are harder to spot. Use your low beams near trail areas and keep an eye out for reflective gear. Travis Driving School emphasizes the importance of being extra cautious during these hours, so you’re always prepared for what’s ahead.

4. Watch for Parking Area Activity 🅿️

Trailheads and parking lots, like those near Zilker Park, can get super crowded on weekends. Stay alert for cars backing out, people unloading bikes, and kids running to and from the trails. Drive slowly through these areas to avoid any surprises.

Enjoy the Ride, Respect the Trails! 💚

Whether you’re exploring Austin’s outdoors or just passing by on your way to the next adventure, remember that a little patience goes a long way. Let’s keep our roads and trails safe for everyone—drivers, cyclists, and hikers alike. 🌿

[thesocialmutineer]

4 lake tour to get the blood pumping again ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #mondsee #krottensee #wolfgangsee #fuschlsee #recoveryride #hikeandbike (at Wolfgangsee, Salzkammergut, Austria) https://www.instagram.com/p/CVJRrvfsKWx/?utm_medium=tumblr

[justwalkiingthedog]

Pretty River Valley Maple ...

[hud361]

Into the void they go. Hopefully remember what they learned. #kids #hikeandbike #townlakeaustin #ladybirdlakeque #colorful #voids #customaf #hydrographicsgang #kidfromthe02 (at Lady Bird Lake) https://www.instagram.com/p/CX9roIgrxxd/?utm_medium=tumblr

[winfriedwiesel]

St. Clemens Church Römö. Die Kirche der Seefahrer. #photography #römö #rømø #dänemark🇩🇰 #dänemark #denmark #denmark🇩🇰 #denmarktravel #travel #travelphotography #traveltheworld #travelgram #hiking #hikeandbike #fahradtour #biketravel #nordsee #northsea #nordseeküste #nordseeliebe #nordseeliebe #nordseeinsel #nordseeluft #skandinavien #church #kirche #seefahrer #sun #summervibes #summer (hier: Sct. Lemens Kirke Rømø) https://www.instagram.com/p/CTTckWBoT86/?utm_medium=tumblr

[ebijeapparels-blog]

Hike club snap back.. #hikeandchill #hikeandbike #hike https://www.instagram.com/p/B2PWTV3hSus/?igshid=8a8f6v0wdffi

[streamlinecycles]

It's all about bikes, cycling, commuting, clean air, urban love, stay green. #bikething #guests #denver #bicycle #airstreambikeshop #bikelife #cycling #bikerife #hikeandbike #bikepath #austinbikes #atxbikes #austinbybike #bikerentals #austinbikerentals #bikeart #bike #localbikeshop#lbs #welovebikes #thursday (at Streamline Cycles)

[weia-yo]

[roxiestory]

Yesterday, you saw me in the mountains. Tomorrow you’ll see me in the beaches. #roxiesdiary #roxieswutravelstory #outdoorlady #hikeandbike https://www.instagram.com/p/BqLC11HAlGrxAeYTiNpcxZAZ_DZvhvZzMtmw8c0/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=9cg2lnbbsv4b

[alohacyclist]

The obstacle is the way! It’s true not only for #cycling and #bikepacking but for life in general. This is the old road to Jermuk. I think this picture makes clear why it’s the OLD road 😅 It was a #hikeandbike morning at it’s best. #neverstopexploring #goneriding #outsideisfree #caucasuscrossing #adventurecycling #armenia #rideeverywhere #fromwhereiride (at Armenia) https://www.instagram.com/p/BnS2GzXBnRx/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=5jl5oejv1xma

[paperskystore]

Multi-T | Icebreaker x Papersky x Groovisions

Multi-T is the T-shirt of dreams. It's 100% merino wool which means you'll be cool on hot days and warm on cool ones. It's also got a 3 pocket back to store all your goodies and tools but doesn't make you feel and look like Mr. Lycra. You can breeze along on your bike or hike in T-shirt style. Designed by  one of Japan's top graphic designers Ito Hiroshi from Groovisions this T-shirt is classic both now and into the future.

[stefan2710s-blog]

#Repost @hikeandbike (@stef_an2710 ) ・・・ #landscape #nature #beautiful #travel #photography #sunset #landscapephotography #naturephotography #instagood #mountains #ocean #photooftheday #travelphotography #beach #beautifuldestinations #instagram #instatravel #love #naturelovers #ourplanetdaily #relax #snow #travelgram #winter #architecture #awesomeearth #blackandwhite #clouds #earth #fantastic_earth (hier: Europe/Vienna) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bww5KLPl9RM/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1y2e8x3bgv197

[thedoriangrace]

“Where did the tank-top weather go!? This weather has gone mad. I did not think it was possible to have summer, winter, spring and Autumn in one week.”— @thedoriangrace - - - - - - - - #cold #warm #fourseasons #weathergonemad #nike #niketank #calisthenics #pullups #behindtheneck #workout #biceps #girlmuscle #girlmuscles #bicepsgirl #package #sexyman #fortheladies #forthemen #leggings #seethrough #tights #mensfashion #men #menshair #exercise #healthy #noweights #bodyweighttraining #ladybirdlake #townlake #atx #austin #hikeandbike #1980s #1980sfashion #80sfashion #80s #80saesthetic #ripped #cut #cuteboys https://www.instagram.com/p/BuoX9oDFZEw/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1swhbpzdu5jv1

[austin360]

Heron and skyline. #Austin #boardwalk #hikeandbike #ladybirdlake http://ift.tt/2qPx5S5

[streamlinecycles]

Love when we see return guests thank you @fsaustin. #fourseasons #guests #upstate #usa #austin #bicycle #sxswbike #townlake #sunshine #sundayfunday #sunday #treklove #trekbikes #airstreambikeshop #ut #hikeandbike #ladybird #summertime #southerncharm #fivestar (at Streamline Cycles)

[texasoutdoorlighting]

Broke ground today at internationally renowned Chinese artist Ai Weiwei’s sculpture called Forever Bicycles located on the Ann and Roy Butler Hike and Bike Trail in Austin.  It’s not every day we get to light up 1,200 bicycles!  #Aiweiwei #HikeandBike #Texasoutdoorlighting