Cycling Through the Lost Pines
Recently I had the opportunity to cycle through Bastrop state park on the route for the Bastrop Lost Pines Triathlon, which was held on Aug 29, 2010. I did not get a chance to do the race, but it looks like it would be a tough one! The race starts with a short pool swim inside the park, then the bike portion is an out-and-back course on the state park roads, with the run also on the state park roads. Do not think that this is an easy sprint tri because of the short swim! The bike and run are very hilly, on a serpentine route. This one will have your lungs screaming for sure. The good news is the trees provide some good shade, which is always appreciated on a hot August day in Texas!
The scenery in the park is gorgeous, so if you live in or visit central Texas, cycling here is not to be missed (even if you are unable to do this triathlon).
There are other events held there as well. The MS-150 charity ride from Houston to Austin travels through the state park, as does a cycling event called Pedal Thru the Pines.
