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03-25-2017, 08:42 PM
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One of our club's sponsors is Becker Vinyards in the Hill Country. Club is Violet Crown if you happen to go. I don't drink and so can't comment on the product. We also have plenty of club rides out of Mellow Johnnys if you want to ride while here.
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03-25-2017, 10:41 PM
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donk pal, there are tons of "Must Dos" and "Must See" on the internet, but here's my own personal recommendation.
1) Walk or cycle around lady bird lake in the downtown area (formerly known as town lake) They have bicycles you can rent.  2) Go to Costco...  No, seriously. Eat at their cafe, save a ton.3) Check out Zilker Park 4) Texas BBQ 5) There are tons of walking trails around town. 6) Catch a movie at the Alamo drafthouse or similar with eat-in service Beauty and the Beast...anyone?  7) If you like water sports or activities...rent a kayak or paddle board on town lake. That's about all I can think of.... Quote:
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03-26-2017, 12:16 AM
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In SA, if you like geeky stuff about bourbon & beer http://www.drinkrangercreek.com/. Keeping with the adult beverage theme, http://www.esquiretavern-sa.com/ on the Riverwalk. El Mercado, and http://www.mitierracafe.com/ for Tex-Mex culture. The repurposed Pearl Brewer has a few things of interest http://atpearl.com/. Bike World on Grayson Street next to the Pearl complex has bike rentals, and the location is near hike & bike trails, which lead down to the Missions if that's of interest. I'm a fan of Mezcal, so my special interest spots for Austin https://www.mezcalreviews.com/mezcal-in-austin/. Beyond that, spinning wheels West of Austin, BBQ South of Austin http://saltlickbbq.com/, and more spinning wheels on curvy Hill Country roads going South and West. Last edited by HillDancer; 03-26-2017 at 12:49 AM.
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03-26-2017, 06:08 AM
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Thanks. Many of the to dos are on our list.
Travelling with an infant so no riding this trip, not even city riding. Plus I'm sure I'm not Texas fit. Our winter was bad. One more ask especially about mezcal and tequila - best liquor store to buy at? We have a car and don't mind a short drive out of the way. Last edited by pdonk; 03-26-2017 at 06:27 AM.
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03-26-2017, 09:55 AM
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This is a nice winery: https://stonehousevineyard.com/
If you're into BBQ: http://saltlickbbq.com/driftwood-directions/ You can often find great BBQ in local gas stations Wimberly and Bastrop area is really nice. The Nimitz Navy museum in Fredericksburg is amazing
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03-26-2017, 11:34 AM
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03-26-2017, 12:48 PM
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A few names for you close to San Antonio - Boerne, Kerrville, Floresville, Fredericksburg, Castroville, Bandera, and New Braunfels/Gruene. Each has a lot of cool history and they often sit on nice little, hill country rivers. A few names close to Austin - Wimberly, Blanco, Dripping Springs, San Marcos, Llano, Luckenbach, Smithville, La Grange, Serbin, Georgetown (the actual town - not the craziness around it). Also, there are several neat natural parks/areas to see such as the Blue Hole in Wimberley, Krause Springs, and Hamilton Pool. Zilker Park is right in the middle of Austin with plenty of hiking, cold springs, and BBQ/TexMex, coffee, and more within minutes away. Have a good time! Feel free to send over a PM if you would like to meet up at some point while you're in town. Texbike Last edited by texbike; 03-27-2017 at 07:26 AM.
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03-26-2017, 02:01 PM
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I will second the Nimitz museum(it's the official national museum of the Pacific War, Admiral Nimitz was a local) there is a fully restored PT boat and WWII airplanes inside. On the way to/from Fredericksburg from Austin is Johnson City. Fatburger has some of the better burgers and sweet potatoe fries around.
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03-26-2017, 03:42 PM
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2) mezcal liqueur - Arrogante damiana Stay thirsty my friend!
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03-26-2017, 07:04 PM
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Baby did not cooperate today in car. Ended up at freedmans for dinner . Very good.
Tomorrow we're going to San Antonio to hopefully see the spurs beat up on the cavaliers Back in Austin Tuesday to hang out for rest of week. Hopefully she settles and we can see the countryside. Thinking the trip to wine country try is better than the wines. Maybe a stop at garrison brothers.
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03-26-2017, 07:48 PM
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Might also check out Willow City Loop, if you head out to the Hill Country.
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03-26-2017, 11:21 PM
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In case you haven't done it yet, a stop by the Bob Bullock Texas State History Museum. It's worthwhile. Also, they have a Stevie Ray Vaughn exhibit going on right now. I haven't seen it yet, but hear that they've done a good job. Scholz Garten is a decent, landmark restaurant that's close by.
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