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1-7 BIKEAZONA SPRING BREAK. See Overnight Trips section of web site or separate story in past issue.
1 SUN 9:00 AM A/AB 38 - 60 mi. DUNN WITH WINTER. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee East Lake St and West River Pkwy Mpls. Ride the St Paul Lake Phalen Route using River Road, Shepard Rd, Johnson Pkwy, Wheelock Pkway to Lake Como, Hop on the Transitway, Catch up with E River Road to U of M, Cross Stone Arch Bridge, head back to Dunn Brothes or use the Mapless option for extra mileage using the Cedar Lake Trail and Greenway. "A" riders that ride as a group may depart from scheduled route at anytime for extra mileage and/or hills. Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058 rhuskamp@juno.com. (Web Ride)
1 SUN 11:00 AM AB 30 mi. PAPER MAN. Depart from Ramsey Beach: Take Hwy 61 North through White Bear Lake, turn left on Hwy 96 east, 1/4 mile to Ramsey Beach parking lot on the right. First in a series of training rides for the IRONMAN. All RED RIBBON RIDERS welcome. Self sufficient B riders welcome. Paul THUNDER Huntington 651-486-2731 or 763-553-0644 x3364 Pete THE HAMMER Hall 612-889-1361.
1 SUN 1:00 PM B 25-35 mi. SOUTHERN SUNDAY. Depart from Thomas Lake Park in Eagan (2 miles South of 35E on Pilot Knob Rd). Come enjoy some casual early season rides in the Southern metro. Cross or mountain bikes maybe be a good choice depending upon conditions. Note: Because of early season there are no facilities or running water at ride start. Pat Exley, 612-819-5551, exleyp@yahoo.com.
1 SUN 6:00 PM N 25 mi. "SUNDAY SUNSET IN SHOREVIEW". Depart from Shoreview Community Center 4600 N. Victoria St. Shoreview 55126. A nice to start the week, with a nice laid back leisurly bike ride on a Sunday night. We ride the trails and roads of Shoreview and Arden Hills. PLEASE PARK IN FAR END OF LOWER LOT. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-553-0644 Ext.3364 or 651-486-2731 Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall" 612-889-1361. (Web Ride)
2 MON 10:30 AM B 29 mi. PINK EXPRESS. Depart from County Cycles, 2700 Lexington Ave N, Roseville, 55113. (Store is on Lexington, 1 block north of County Rd C. Park on Woodhill Dr. A scenic ride passing Vadnais and Bald Eagle Lakes. Marina Lim 651-808-5473, marina_lim@hotmail.com.
2 MON 6:00 PM N 20-25 mi. MONDAY, MONDAY. Depart from St. Joan of Arc church, 4537 3rd Ave. So. Mpls. Winter blues getting you down? Tired of spinning classes? How about going on a nice laid back night ride, on the trails and roads of Mpls and St. Paul. Paul THUNDER Huntington 651-486-2731 or 763-553-0644 Ext 3364 Pete THE HAMMER Hall 612-889-1361.
2 MON 8:00 PM N 5-7 mi. FULL MOON HIKE (NOT BIKE). Depart from Minnetonka Lone Lake Park’s northern-most parking lot - 169 to 62 to north on Shady Oak Road, turn left into park. This is a stay-together group hike. There will be a hill or two for a little challenge. Towards the end of the hike there is a gorgeous scenic overlook - will be able to see for miles and miles! Options to join in at a nearby after-hike snack location to be determined by those on the hike. Mike Beadles 612-839-5406.
3 TUE 5:45 PM AB 36/29/24 mi. THE ACAPULCO RIDE. Depart from the Acapulco Restaurant. Back for a tenth year! From I-694, take Hwy 36 east for 6.5 miles to Stillwater. Turn left on Washington Ave (first stoplight past the Hwy 5 overpass) Take an immediate right on the frontage road for 1/4 mile to the Valley Ridge Mall and Acapulco Restaurant on the left. We’ll roll on quiet roads to Afton, eat afterwards and just have fun. What more could you ask for? Rain may force cancellation of the ride at the leaders discretion, but we can still eat! Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676.
4 WED 10:00 AM C 15/25 mi. IRONMAN GET IN GEAR RIDES. Depart from Minnehaha Falls Parking Lot (North of Pavilion). Park free on streets or pay to park in lot. John says that some C level training rides will get us ready for the big event. We’ll do weekly rides from the Falls to select destinations and will be in shape just in time. Ambassador: John Avoles, 651-437-3974, Herb Schultz,952-941-4381, Cell at ride 952-334-5382.
4 WED 10:30 AM AB 25-35 mi. HILLS BEYOND HILLS. Starts at Mounds Park corner of Mounds Blvd and Earl street, St. Paul. Title cribbed from wonderful book Mountains Beyond Mountains, The Quest of Dr. Paul Farmer. One person can make a difference. A very inspiring bio. We’ll do hills getting ready for Sue’s Wisconsin rides later in season. Still winter? We’ll do town hills, snow gone we head south for some old favorites. Michael McNutt, 651-208-3185, bikermichael@comcast.net.
4 WED 5:30 PM B 23-27 mi. SLP'ING OUT. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, NW corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Av in St Louis Park. This is a stay-together mapless evening ride at the B ride pace in which we will average speed of 12-14 MPH that is mostly all on bicycling trails. Mike Beadles 612-839-5406 mrbikey@mrbikey.com. (Web Ride)
4 WED 6:00 PM N 15-20 mi. DAYLIGHT COME, AND ME WANNA BIKE. Depart from Shoreview Community Center 4600 N. Victoria St Shoreview 55126. A nice leisurely bike ride on the trails and roads of Shoreview and Arden Hills. PLEASE PARK IN LOWER LOT, FAR END OF LOT. Paul THUNDER Huntington 651-486-2731 or 763-553-0644 Ext 3364 Pete THE HAMMER Hall 612-889-1361.
4 WED 6:00 PM AB 20-30 mi. THE WHOLE ENCHILADA!. Depart from the Roseville Professional Center, SW corner of Hwy 36 and Hamline Ave in Roseville. Park at west end of lot. Ride past area lakes and parks of Roseville and the surrounding area. Join your compadres afterwards at La Casita for fun and refueling. Andele! Andele! Epa! Epa! Yeehah!!! Mary Derks, 651-335-6505.
4 WED 6:00 PM A/AB 27 mi. DUNN FAST!!!. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee East Lake St and West River Pkwy Mpls. A/B mapless ride along the Midtown Greenway, Cedar Lake Trail, Downtown Mpls, around Nicollet Island, Across Stone Arch Bridge, River Road, Light Rail Trail to Midtown Greenway and back to Dunn Brothers. No map is available and a 22 mile out and back is an option on the Greenway. Please have lights available in case you do not finish before dark or have mechanical problems. Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058 rhuskamp@juno.com. (Web Ride)
5 THU 10:00 AM AB 41 mi. TRAILHEAD TREKKING. Depart from 11351 Aquilla Dr #101, Champlin, MN 55316. A ride through the rural roads of Maple Grove, Fletcher, Rogers, Dayton Jeff Hofstede 763-516-2150, jeff_hofstede@yahoo.com. (Web Ride)
5 THU 10:00 AM 0 mi. PANERA’S BROT UND KAFFEE GESCHAFT. Depart from 2515 White Bear Ave, Maplewood. Let’s all meet at Panera’s Bread und Coffee Shop. It’s just a good place to meet and discuss this year’s activities coming up. Panera’s has a lot of great selections. Hope to see you all there. Augie aka The Gus Meister Muller fone# 651-770-5065.
5 THU 5:15 PM A/B 26 or 31 mi. THURSDAY THERAPY. Improve your relationship with your bike on a scenic ride through northern Dakota County. Depart from the parking lot of HealthPartners, corner of Wabasha and Plato, across the Wabasha St Bridge from downtown St. Paul. Park at the west end of the lot farthest from the building. Tony Wanschura, 651-224-8360, tonyjw@mindspring.com. (Web Ride)
6 FRI 11:00 AM AB 20-35 mi. SPRING EXPLORER. Depart from picnic area just north of parking lot near Lake Harriet bandshell. Various routes. Weather dictates bike and ride length. Katie Angle 763-208-3595.
6 FRI 3:00 PM AB 25-32 mi. SADDLE UP!. Depart from Eriks Bike Shop, 2120 Northdale Blvd, Coon Rapids, MN 55433. Attention, The Hanson Blvd bridge is now being rebuilt. As a detour to get to the shop, you need to take Hwy 10 to Main Street (242) then go west towards Anoka, take a left on Northdale Blvd, follow Northdale to stop lights by the BK, then take a left at stop light and join us in front of Eriks. Jeff Hofstede 763-516-2150 Jeff_hofstede@yahoo.com. (Web Ride)
6 FRI 6:00 PM N 15-20 mi. GOOD FRIDAY. Depart from SUNRISE CYCLERY 3031 2nd Ave. So. Mpls. (35W & Lake St.). It’s always a good Friday when your on bike. A nice leisurely bike ride on the trails and roads of Mpls. and St. Paul. Paul THUNDER Huntington 651-486-2731 or 763-553-0644 Ext 3364 Pete THE HAMMER Hall 612-889-1361.
7 SAT 8:00 AM B 35-45 mi. HAR-MARTIAN. Depart from Erik’s Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Ave. N, Roseville (across from Har Mar Mall, next to McDonald’s). This ride features a rotating variety of routes, each guarantees to include at least one lake, one trail, and one rest stop with decent snacks. Get up and ride, then get on with the rest of your day. Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175, hansonca96@comcast.net.
7 SAT 9:00 AM BC 25-30 mi. KENT AND I. Depart from St Joan of Arc church 4537 3rd Ave. So. Mpls. A nice leisurely bike ride, with a few hills along the way for character building and fun. Paul THUNDER Huntington 651-486-2731 or 763-553-0644 x3364 Pete THE HAMMER Hall 612-889-1361.
7 SAT 9:30 AM AB 60/80 mi. ROLLING TO ROCKFORD. Depart from Trailhead Bike & Fitness 11351 Aquilla Dr #101, Champlin MN 55316 . Roll your way through the Northwest Metro Area out to Rockford. Jeff Hofstede 763-516-2150 jeff_hofstede@yahoo.com. (Web Ride)
7 SAT 10:00 AM A/B 70-80 mi. WI HILLS MAIDEN ROCK. Depart from the park on the river in Maiden Rock, WI. Cross into Wisconsin at Prescott or Red Wing and take WI 35 south to the town of Maiden Rock on Lake Pepin, then turn towards the river on Chestnut St. Challenging hills and little-traveled rural roads. Shorter option available. Details on TCBC e-group during week before ride. If weather threatens, check TCBC web page "Ride Alert" link at 7:30 AM or contact ride leader before 8:00 AM on morning of ride. Tony Wanschura, tonyjw@mindspring.com, 651-224-8360. (Web Ride)
7 SAT 1:00 PM B 35-40 mi. KENT AND I. Depart from St Joan of Arc church 4537 3rd Ave. So. Mpls. A nice ride that will challenge you, with some hills. But with some down hills to for fun. Paul THUNDER Huntington 651-486-2731 or 763-553-0644 x3364 Pete THE HAMMER Hall 612-889-1361.
7 SAT 2:00 PM A/B 20/40 mi. THE HEIGHTS HERE AND THERE. Depart from NE corner of Cub Foods lot, Silver Lake Village Center, Silver Lake Rd just N of 37th Ave NE (CR D) in St Anthony Village. Route and mileage will vary with the weather as should the bike you bring to ride. Self-sufficient riders of any average ride speed are welcome. Dinner following. Mary.C.Miller@att.net, 763-789-7560.
7 SAT 1:00 PM C 20 mi. STONE ARCH BROADWAY PIZZA RIDE (MAPLESS). Depart from Webster School parking lot, Adams St NE & Spring St NE, (MPLS). We will have a leisurely social ride and stop at Broadway Pizza after ride. If you are unable to make the ride join in for pizza after! Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at ride, 952-334-5382.
7 SAT 5:00 PM N 25 mi. "SATURDAY NIGHT SPECIAL". Depart from St. Joan of Arc Church 4537 3rd Ave. So. (Mpls.). Tired of the usual Saturday night? How about a nice laid back leisurely bike ride on the trails and roads of Mpls. and St.Paul. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-553-0644 Ext. 3364 or 651-486-2731 Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-1361. (Web Ride)
8 SUN 11:00 AM AB 40 mi. STRAW MAN. Depart from Ramsey Beach: Take highway 61 North through White Bear Lake, turn right on Hwy 96 east, 1/4 mile to Ramsey Beach parking lot on the right. Second in a series of training rides for the IRONMAN. All Red Ribbon Riders welcome. This week’s route takes us to Marine on St. Croix and back with a few hills along the way. Paul THUNDER HUntington 651-486-2731 or 763-553-0644 x3364 Pete THE HAMMER Hall 612-889-1361.
8 SUN 12:30 PM A/AB 44 mi. STRAWMAN IS ROLLING ON THE WESTSIDE. Depart from Holiday Gas Station Eden Prairie, Dell Road and 62. Three and half miles west of 494 on 62, park at far end of lot, next to Dell Rd. Ice or below 32 degrees will cancel the ride. An excellent training ride for the April 29th Minnesota IRONMAN. Eric Feld, 952-380-9914.
8 SUN 6:00 PM N 25 mi. "SUNDAY SUNSET IN SHOREVIEW". Depart from Shoreview Community Center 4600 N. Victoria St. Shoreview 55126. A nice to start the week, with a nice laid back leisurly bike ride on a Sunday night. We ride the trails and roads of Shoreview and Arden Hills. PLEASE PARK IN FAR END OF LOWER LOT. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-553-0644 Ext.3364 or 651-486-2731 Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall" 612-889-1361. (Web Ride)
9 MON DEADLINE for the big May newsletter.
9 MON 10:30 AM B 29 mi. PINK EXPRESS. Depart from County Cycles, 2700 Lexington Ave N, Roseville, 55113. (Store is on Lexington, 1 block north of County Rd C. Park on Woodhill Dr. A scenic ride passing Vadnais and Bald Eagle Lakes. Marina Lim 651-808-5473, marina_lim@hotmail.com.
9 MON 6:00 PM AB 25-30 mi. SPRING BRAKE. Depart from Mendota Plaza, located less than 1 mile east of 35E on Hwy 110 and Dodd Road in Mendota Heights. Ease into your early spring riding, or recover from the weekend on this relatively flat route that includes Ft. Snelling Park, Minnehaha Falls and part of the River Rd. Jeff Johnson & Patt Seleen 651-552-9131.
9 MON 6:00 PM N 25 mi. "MONDAY, MONDAY". Depart from St. Joan of Arc Church 4537 3rd Ave. So. (MPLS). A nice ride on the trails and roads of Mpls, and St. Paul with a few hills for fun. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 651-486-2731 or 763-553-0644 x3364 Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-1361. (Web Ride)
10 TUE TCBC BOARD BUSINESS MEETING. Contact Charles Breer at 651-699-2029 for info.
10 TUE 5:45 PM AB 36/29/24 mi. THE ACAPULCO RIDE. Depart from the Acapulco Restaurant. Back for a tenth year! From I-694, take Hwy 36 east for 6.5 miles to Stillwater. Turn left on Washington Ave (first stoplight past the Hwy 5 overpass) Take an immediate right on the frontage road for 1/4 mile to the Valley Ridge Mall and Acapulco Restaurant on the left. We’ll roll on quiet roads to Afton, eat afterwards and just have fun. What more could you ask for? Rain may force cancellation of the ride at the leaders discretion, but we can still eat! Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676.
10 TUE 6:00 PM AB/BC 21/28 mi. BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. Depart from Bunker Hills Activity Center, 550 Bunker Lake Boulevard NW, Andover, MN. Explore the northern Twin Cities metro area while riding through open meadows and tree-lined avenues of the Anoka Sand Plain. There is no rest stop on either ride option throughout month. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne, 763-862-1411, dohogne@msn.com.
11 WED 10:00 AM C 15/25 mi. IRONMAN GET IN GEAR RIDES. Depart from Minnehaha Falls Parking Lot (North of Pavilion). Park free on streets or pay to park in lot. John says that some C level training rides will get us ready for the big event. We’ll do weekly rides from the Falls to select destinations and will be in shape just in time. Ambassador: John Avoles, 651-437-3974, Herb Schultz,952-941-4381, Cell at ride 952-334-5382.
11 WED 10:30 AM AB 25-35 mi. HILLS BEYOND HILLS. Starts at Mounds Park corner of Mounds Blvd and Earl street, St. Paul. Title cribbed from wonderful book Mountains Beyond Mountains, The Quest of Dr. Paul Farmer. One person can make a difference. A very inspiring bio. We’ll do hills getting ready for Sue’s Wisconsin rides later in season. Still winter? We’ll do town hills, snow gone we head south for some old favorites. Michael McNutt, 651-208-3185, bikermichael@comcast.net.
11 WED 5:30 PM B 23-27 mi. SLP'ING OUT. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, NW corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Av in St Louis Park. This is a stay-together mapless evening ride at the B ride pace in which we will average speed of 12-14 MPH that is mostly all on bicycling trails. Mike Beadles 612-839-5406 mrbikey@mrbikey.com. (Web Ride)
11 WED 6:00 PM N 15-20 mi. DAYLIGHT COME, AND ME WANNA BIKE. Depart from Shoreview Community Center 4600 N. Victoria St Shoreview 55126. A nice leisurely bike ride on the trails and roads of Shoreview and Arden Hills. PLEASE PARK IN LOWER LOT, FAR END OF LOT. Paul THUNDER Huntington 651-486-2731 or 763-553-0644 Ext 3364 Pete THE HAMMER Hall 612-889-1361.
11 WED 6:00 PM B 20-25 mi. WHITE BEAR LAKE LOOP. Depart from Island Lake Park in Shoreview (SW corner of 694 & Victoria). Enjoy a scenic ride past area lakes en route to, and around, White Bear Lake. Optional dinner afterwards. Mary Derks, 651-335-6505.
11 WED 6:00 PM B/C 15-25 mi. DINNER FOR SURE! Leaving (or meal coordination) from Woodlake Lutheran Church, 76th and Oliver in Richfield. As it’s the series start with questionable temps and iffy weather, this could be at the very least a dining event. David Gepner 612-861-1703 GoneBiking@mn.rr.com
11 WED 6:00 PM A/AB 27 mi. DUNN FAST!!!. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee East Lake St and West River Pkwy Mpls. A/B mapless ride along the Midtown Greenway, Cedar Lake Trail, Downtown Mpls, around Nicollet Island, Across Stone Arch Bridge, River Road, Light Rail Trail to Midtown Greenway and back to Dunn Brothers. No map is available and a 22 mile out and back is an option on the Greenway. Please have lights available in case you do not finish before dark or have mechanical problems. Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058 rhuskamp@juno.com. (Web Ride)
12 THU 5:15 PM A/B 26 or 31 mi. THURSDAY THERAPY. Improve your relationship with your bike on a scenic ride through northern Dakota County. Depart from the parking lot of HealthPartners, corner of Wabasha and Plato, across the Wabasha St Bridge from downtown St. Paul. Park at the west end of the lot, farthest from the building. Tony Wanschura, 651-224-8360, tonyjw@mindspring.com. (Web Ride)
13 FRI 11:00 AM AB 20-35 mi. SPRING EXPLORER. Depart from picnic area just north of parking lot near Lake Harriet bandshell. Various routes. Weather dictates bike and ride length. Katie Angle 763-208-3595.
13 FRI 6:00 PM N 15-20 mi. GOOD FRIDAY. Depart from SUNRISE CYCLERY 3031 2nd Ave. So. Mpls. (35W & Lake St.). It’s always a good Friday when your on bike. A nice leisurely bike ride on the trails and roads of Mpls. and St. Paul. Paul THUNDER Huntington 651-486-2731 or 763-553-0644 Ext 3364 Pete THE HAMMER Hall 612-889-1361.
14 SAT 7:00 AM A/AB 30-50 mi. "RIDE TO THE RIDE" RIDE. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee, East Lake Street and West River Road Minneapolis. Mapless ride to the Brooklyn Community Center to catch up with "SAT 9:00 AM B/C 25-30 mi. LEADER FORUM WARMER" Ride with this group, and return home, or if you are a leader attending the Leaders Forum at 1:30pm and arrive back early we may add additional mapless mileage as a group. Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058, rhuskamp@juno.com. (Web Ride)
14 SAT 8:00 AM B 35-45 mi. HAR-MARTIAN. Depart from Erik’s Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Ave. N, Roseville (across from Har Mar Mall, next to McDonald’s). This ride features a rotating variety of routes, each guarantees to include at least one lake, one trail, and one rest stop with decent snacks. Get up and ride, then get on with the rest of your day. Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175, hansonca96@comcast.net.
14 SAT 9:00 AM B/C 25-30 mi. LEADER FORUM WARMER. Depart from Brooklyn Center Community Center, 6301 Shingle Creek Pkwy. Let’s go on a nice leisurely ride on the roads and trails to the Coon Rapids Dam, before attending the leader forum. Paul THUNDER Huntington 651-486-2731 or 763-553-0644 x3364, Pete THE HAMMER Hall 612-889-1361.
14 SAT 9:00 AM A/B 33 or 43 mi. WASHINGTON COUNTY WHIRL. Depart from Ojibway Park in Woodbury. Exit 494 at Lake Rd and go southeast, then left on Courtly Rd, then right on Ojibway Dr. A scenic route through southern Washington County, with a rest stop in Afton. The short option includes the most scenic roads, and gives ride leaders plenty of time to get to today's Ride Leader Forum at 1:30. Tony Wanschura, 651-224-8360, tonyjw@mindspring.com. (Web Ride)
14 SAT 2:00 PM A/B 20/40 mi. THE HEIGHTS HERE AND THERE. Depart from NE corner of Cub Foods lot, Silver Lake Village Center, Silver Lake Rd just N of 37th Ave NE (CR D) in St Anthony Village. Route and mileage will vary with the weather as should the bike you bring to ride. Self-sufficient riders of any average ride speed are welcome. Dinner following. Mary.C.Miller@att.net, 763-789-7560.
14 SAT ANNUAL LEADER TRAINING AND FORUM. at Brooklyn Center Community Center. Some details in this issue.
14 SAT 5:00 PM N 25 mi. "SATURDAY NIGHT SPECIAL". Depart from St. Joan of Arc Church 4537 3rd Ave. So. (Mpls.). Tired of the usual Saturday night? How about a nice laid back leisurely bike ride on the trails and roads of Mpls. and St.Paul. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-553-0644 Ext. 3364 or 651-486-2731 Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-1361. (Web Ride)
15 SUN 8:30 AM A/AB 60-75 mi. DUNN EARLY - MINNETONKA. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee, East Lake Street and West River Road Minneapolis. Nice warm up along the Midtown Greenway and then head out to Waysata, Minnetonka, Excelsior, and back to Hopkins where we will cool down from the hills on the Greenway as we head back to Dunn Brothers. "A" riders that ride as a group may depart from the scheduled route for a few extra miles at any time along the route. Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058, rhuskamp@juno.com. (Web Ride)
15 SUN 10:00 AM B 63 mi. BELLE CREEK VALLEY RIDE. Depart from west end of Cannon Valley Trail lot, Cannon Falls, MN. From Hwy 52, go east on 19 until just west of 4th St. This is a very rural ride. No store at first break. Bring an energy bar and enough drink for a good 30 miles until the lunch stop in Wanamingo. We go down PUDDING BOY HILL, and also drop into the Belle Creek Valley and into the Cannon Valley at Welch Village. We finish out riding the western half of the Cannon Valley Trail. Almost no towns on this ride. Beautiful river valley farm country. Bob Brown, 612-849-2999.
15 SUN 10:00 AM A/B 70-80 mi. WI HILLS MENOMONIE. Depart from Riverside Park in Menomonie, WI. Take I-94 to Menomonie, then US 25 south to US 29, then right on US 29 across the river to the park. Challenging hills and little-traveled rural roads. Details on TCBC e-group during week before ride. Shorter option available. If weather threatens, check TCBC web page "Ride Alert" link at 7:30 AM or contact ride leader before 8:00 AM on morning of ride. Tony Wanschura, tonyjw@mindspring.com, 651-224-8360. (Web Ride)
15 SUN 11:00 AM AB 52 mi. ALUMINUM MAN. Depart from Ramsey Beach: Take Highway 61 North through White Bear Lake, turn left on Hwy 96 east, 1/4 mile to Ramsey Beach parking lot on right. Third in a series of training ride for the IRONMAN. All Red Ribbon Riders welcome. The route explores the back roads around Hugo and Scandia. Self sufficient B riders welcome. Paul THUNDER Huntington 651-486-2731 or 763-553-0644 x3364 Pete THE HAMMER Hall 612-889-1361.
15 SUN 12:30 PM A/AB 50-55 mi. ALUMINUM MAN IS ROLLING ON THE WESTSIDE. Depart from Holiday Gas Station Eden Prairie, Dell Road and 62. Three and half miles west of 494 on 62, park at far end of lot, next to Dell Rd. Ice or below 32 degrees will cancel the ride. An excellent training ride for the April 30th Minnesota IRONMAN. Eric Feld 612-743-4097. (Web Ride)
15 SUN 1:00 PM B 25-35 mi. SOUTHERN SUNDAY. Depart from Thomas Lake Park in Eagan (2 miles South of 35E on Pilot Knob Rd). Come enjoy some casual early season rides in the Southern metro. Cross or mountain bikes maybe be a good choice depending upon conditions. Note: Because of early season there are no facilities or running water at ride start. Pat Exley, 612-819-5551, exleyp@yahoo.com.
15 SUN 3:00 PM B 20-25 mi. SONNY'S SUNDAE AFTERNOON. Depart from Sonny's Ice Cream at 3401 Lyndale Ave. So. Stay for dinner after the ride. Great food! Your Leaders: Kay Mitchell 612-801-6151 and Evie Walters 763-221-3809. (Web Ride)
15 SUN 6:00 PM N 25 mi. "SUNDAY SUNSET IN SHOREVIEW". Depart from Shoreview Community Center 4600 N. Victoria St. Shoreview 55126. A nice to start the week, with a nice laid back leisurly bike ride on a Sunday night. We ride the trails and roads of Shoreview and Arden Hills. PLEASE PARK IN FAR END OF LOWER LOT. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-553-0644 Ext.3364 or 651-486-2731 Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall" 612-889-1361. (Web Ride)
15 SUN BIKE U - BEGINNING BIKE CARE AND FEEDING. Begin dessert potluck at 6:30 PM, presentation at 7:00 PM at Sunrise Cyclery in Minneapolis (3031 2nd Ave S - 35W to Lake St exit) Learn beginning bike maintenance from Jamie McDonald, bicycle mechanic extraordinaire. Jamie will cover basic bike maintenance and troubleshooting - if you hesitate when your handlebars or seats need adjusting or aren’t sure how to clean and lube a bike, this class is for you. FFI: Laurie Holm, 612-724-8850 laurindaholm@hotmail.com
16 MON 10:30 AM B 29 mi. PINK EXPRESS. Depart from County Cycles, 2700 Lexington Ave N, Roseville, 55113. (Store is on Lexington, 1 block north of County Rd C. Park on Woodhill Dr. A scenic ride passing Vadnais and Bald Eagle Lakes. Marina Lim 651-808-5473, marina_lim@hotmail.com.
16 MON 6:00 PM AB 25-30 mi. SPRING BRAKE. Depart from Mendota Plaza, located less than 1 mile east of 35E on Hwy 110 and Dodd Road in Mendota Heights. Ease into your early spring riding, or recover from the weekend on this relatively flat route that includes Ft. Snelling Park, Minnehaha Falls and part of the River Rd. Jeff Johnson & Patt Seleen 651-552-9131.
16 MON 6:00 PM N 20-25 mi. MONDAY, MONDAY. Depart from St. Joan of Arc church, 4537 3rd Ave. So. Mpls. Winter blues getting you down? Tired of spinning classes? How about going on a nice laid back night ride, on the trails and roads of Mpls and St. Paul. Paul THUNDER Huntington 651-486-2731 or 763-553-0644 Ext 3364 Pete THE HAMMER Hall 612-889-1361.
16 MON 6:00 PM A/AB 28-38 mi. JUST VISITING ST. PAUL . Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee, East Lake Street and West River Road Minneapolis. Ride the River Road to St Paul. Johnson Parkway, Wheelock Parkway, Lake Phalen, Lake Como. Ride on the Transitway to U of M, and take the River Road back to Dunn Brothers. "A" riders riding as a group may depart from scheduled route to ride a few extra mapless miles. Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058, rhuskamp@juno.com. (Web Ride)
17 TUE 10:30 AM C 25 mi. LA DE DA BISTRO RIDE. Depart from Kowalski’s Parking Lot (NE Corner) at Hwy 61 & White Bear Ave/Hoffman Rd. We’ll bike around White Bear Lake, through Mahtomedi, and catch Gateway trail to Pine Point and return via Wash. County roads. Pack a Lunch for rest stop at Pine Point Park. There are some hills to provide an aerobic workout. Jack Uttermark, 651-407-9040; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; cell at ride; 952-334-5382.
17 TUE 5:30 PM A/AB 20 - 30 mi. PARKWAYS OF MINNEAPOLIS. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee, East Lake Street and West River Road Minneapolis. Ride the River Road, Midtown Greenway, Dean Parkway, Theodore Wirth Parkway, Victory Memorial Parkway, Weber Parkway, West River Parkway back to Dunn Brothers. Just a few hills along Theodore Wirth, otherwise mostly a nice flat route. Note!!! East Lake Street is under construction, only one lane is open and no parking. Plan ahead for traffic delays and expect to park a couple of blocks from Dunn Brothers. Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058, rhuskamp@juno.com. (Web Ride)
17 TUE 5:45 PM AB 36/29/24 mi. THE ACAPULCO RIDE. Depart from the Acapulco Restaurant. Back for a tenth year! From I-694, take Hwy 36 east for 6.5 miles to Stillwater. Turn left on Washington Ave (first stoplight past the Hwy 5 overpass) Take an immediate right on the frontage road for 1/4 mile to the Valley Ridge Mall and Acapulco Restaurant on the left. We’ll roll on quiet roads to Afton, eat afterwards and just have fun. What more could you ask for? Rain may force cancellation of the ride at the leaders discretion, but we can still eat! Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676.
17 TUE 6:00 PM AB/BC 21/28 mi. BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. Depart from Bunker Hills Activity Center, 550 Bunker Lake Boulevard NW, Andover, MN. Explore the northern Twin Cities metro area while riding through open meadows and tree-lined avenues of the Anoka Sand Plain. There is no rest stop on either ride option throughout month. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne, 763-862-1411, dohogne@msn.com.
18 WED 10:00 AM C 15/25 mi. IRONMAN GET IN GEAR RIDES. Depart from Minnehaha Falls Parking Lot (North of Pavilion). Park free on streets or pay to park in lot. John says that some C level training rides will get us ready for the big event. We’ll do weekly rides from the Falls to select destinations and will be in shape just in time. Ambassador: John Avoles, 651-437-3974, Herb Schultz,952-941-4381, Cell at ride 952-334-5382.
18 WED 10:30 AM AB 25-35 mi. HILLS BEYOND HILLS. Starts at Mounds Park corner of Mounds Blvd and Earl street, St. Paul. Title cribbed from wonderful book Mountains Beyond Mountains, The Quest of Dr. Paul Farmer. One person can make a difference. A very inspiring bio. We’ll do hills getting ready for Sue’s Wisconsin rides later in season. Still winter? We’ll do town hills, snow gone we head south for some old favorites. Michael McNutt, 651-208-3185, bikermichael@comcast.net.
18 WED 5:30 PM B 23-27 mi. SLP'ING OUT. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, NW corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Av in St Louis Park. This is a stay-together mapless evening ride at the B ride pace in which we will average speed of 12-14 MPH that is mostly all on bicycling trails. Mike Beadles 612-839-5406 mrbikey@mrbikey.com. (Web Ride)
18 WED 6:00 PM N 15-20 mi. DAYLIGHT COME, AND ME WANNA BIKE. Depart from Shoreview Community Center 4600 N. Victoria St Shoreview 55126. A nice leisurely bike ride on the trails and roads of Shoreview and Arden Hills. PLEASE PARK IN LOWER LOT, FAR END OF LOT. Paul THUNDER Huntington 651-486-2731 or 763-553-0644 Ext 3364 Pete THE HAMMER Hall 612-889-1361.
18 WED 6:00 PM AB 20-30 mi. THE WHOLE ENCHILADA! Depart from the Roseville Professional Center, SW corner of Hwy 36 and Hamline Ave in Roseville. Park at west end of lot. Ride past area lakes and parks of Roseville and the surrounding area. Join your compadres afterwards at La Casita for fun and refueling. Andele! Andele! Epa! Epa! Yeehah!!! Garry Glubka, gglubby@comcast.net.
18 WED 6:00 PM B/C 15-25 mi. SEASON OPENER. Departing from Woodlake Lutheran Church, 76th and Oliver in Richfield. The plan is to bike to the site of the controversial new Twins Stadium. Optimistic riders might want to bring their baseball mitt. David Gepner 612-861-1703 GoneBiking@mn.rr.com
18 WED 6:00 PM A/AB 27 mi. DUNN FAST!!!. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee East Lake St and West River Pkwy Mpls. A/B mapless ride along the Midtown Greenway, Cedar Lake Trail, Downtown Mpls, around Nicollet Island, Across Stone Arch Bridge, River Road, Light Rail Trail to Midtown Greenway and back to Dunn Brothers. No map is available and a 22 mile out and back is an option on the Greenway. Please have lights available in case you do not finish before dark or have mechanical problems. Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058 rhuskamp@juno.com. (Web Ride)
19 THU 10:00 AM AB 41 mi. TRAILHEAD TREKKING. Depart from 11351 Aquilla Dr #101, Champlin, MN 55316. A ride through the rural roads of Maple Grove, Fletcher, Rogers, Dayton. Jeff Hofstede 763-516-2150 jeff_hofstede@yahoo.com (Web Ride)
19 THU 10:15 AM C 15/20 mi. COFFEE HOUSES ON THE LRT. Depart from Erik’s Bike Shop, 16376 Wagner Way, Eden Prairie. From Hwy 5 and Eden Prairie Road intersection, go North to Wagner Way, then turn right into mini - mall parking lot on left. Our trek is the Hopkins Depot Coffee House and on return the Dunn Bros Coffee House, Eden Prairie. After ride stop option to DQ. (LRT is crushed limestone) Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell at ride 952-334-5382.
19 THU 5:30 PM A/B 26 or 31 mi. THURSDAY THERAPY. Note time change. Improve your relationship with your bike on a scenic ride through northern Dakota County. Depart from the parking lot of HealthPartners, corner of Wabasha and Plato, across the Wabasha St Bridge from downtown St. Paul. Park at the west end of the lot, farthest from the building. Tony Wanschura, 651-224-8360, tonyjw@mindspring.com. (Web Ride)
20 FRI 10:30 AM C 34 mi. NORTH TO NORTH BRANCH. Depart from Forest Lake City Hall parking lot (220 N Lake " Hwy 61 " in downtown Forest Lake). From Hwy 35 ,take exit 131 East to Hwy 61, then North to Forest Lake City Hall. Well bike Hardwood Creek / Sunrise Prairie Trails (Paved Asphalt) with rest stops along the way and luncheon stop en route Jack Uttermark, 651-407-9040; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; cell at ride; 952-334-5382. (Web Ride)
20 FRI 11:00 AM AB 20-35 mi. SPRING EXPLORER. Depart from picnic area just north of parking lot near Lake Harriet bandshell. Various routes. Weather dictates bike and ride length. Katie Angle 763-208-3595.
20 FRI 6:00 PM N 15-20 mi. GOOD FRIDAY. Depart from SUNRISE CYCLERY 3031 2nd Ave. So. Mpls. (35W & Lake St.). It’s always a good Friday when your on bike. A nice leisurely bike ride on the trails and roads of Mpls. and St. Paul. Paul THUNDER Huntington 651-486-2731 or 763-553-0644 Ext 3364 Pete THE HAMMER Hall 612-889-1361.
21 SAT 7:30 AM A 75+ mi. LEADERS CHOICE. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee, East Lake Street and West River Road Minneapolis. Mapless Group ride for "A" Riders. Route decided day of ride depending on weather conditions. Plan for a ride with minimal stops and fast pace. We will regroup after hills. Not sure of the pace??? Call or e-mail for more information. Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058, rhuskamp@juno.com. (Web Ride)
21 SAT 8:00 AM B 35-45 mi. HAR-MARTIAN. Depart from Erik’s Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Ave. N, Roseville (across from Har Mar Mall, next to McDonald’s). This ride features a rotating variety of routes, each guarantees to include at least one lake, one trail, and one rest stop with decent snacks. Get up and ride, then get on with the rest of your day. Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175, hansonca96@comcast.net.
21 SAT 9:00 AM BC 25-30 mi. KENT AND I. Depart from St Joan of Arc church 4537 3rd Ave. So. Mpls. A nice leisurely bike ride, with a few hills along the way for character building and fun. Paul THUNDER Huntington 651-486-2731 or 763-553-0644 x3364 Pete THE HAMMER Hall 612-889-1361.
21 SAT 10:00 AM AB 60-70 mi. RUSH CADY TO EAU GALLE. Depart from Baldwin WI (Exit 19 on I-94) Park & Ride. We’ll wander along on the quiet country roads. There are some hills on this ride, but we aren’t looking for hills. Riders should be ready to travel 20-30 miles between rest stops on these beautiful rural roads. Scott Larson, 612-730-8371.
21 SAT 10:30 AM C 15/25 mi. AXEL’S OUT AND BACK. Depart from Axel’s Parking lot (across street from restaurant) 1315 Hwy S 13 in downtown Mendota, MN. We’ll bike select paved trails and bike friendly roads based on weather conditions and return for optional luncheon at Axel’s Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell at ride 952-334-5382.
21 SAT 11:00 AM 4th Annual TCBC SWAP MEET 11 AM - 2 PM. Bloomington Knights of Columbus. 1114 American Blvd West 2 blocks southwest of REI). Buy, sell, or donate bicycling related items. (Further info and directions: http://www.BikeTCBC.org/swapmeet). Valerie Olson SwapMeet@biketcbc.org or 763-559-0314
21 SAT 1:30 PM B 29 mi. WATERMELON LOOP. Ride the basic loop of the July 4 Watermelon Ride. Leave from the large picnic shelter on Snail Lake Blvd, just east of Victoria in Shoreview, on the hill above Snail Lake Beach. No watermelon being served today. Doug Nelson, 651-639-9917.
21 SAT 2:00 PM A/B 20/40 mi. THE HEIGHTS HERE AND THERE. Depart from NE corner of Cub Foods lot, Silver Lake Village Center, Silver Lake Rd just N of 37th Ave NE (CR D) in St Anthony Village. Route and mileage will vary with the weather as should the bike you bring to ride. Self-sufficient riders of any average ride speed are welcome. Dinner following. Mary.C.Miller@att.net, 763-789-7560.
21 SAT 2:30 PM B 23 mi, A/B 37 mi. AFTER THE SWAPMEET RIDE. Depart from Bloomington Knights of Columbus. 1114 American Blvd W (2 blocks southwest of REI). This ride is to be held immediately after the finish of the TCBC Swap Meet. After selling your extra stuff, and buying exciting new treasures at the Swap Meet, join your TCBC friends on a ride that starts from the same location! Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, MrBikey@gmail.com. (Web Ride)
21 SAT 5:00 PM N 25 mi. "SATURDAY NIGHT SPECIAL". Depart from St. Joan of Arc Church 4537 3rd Ave. So. (Mpls.). Tired of the usual Saturday night? How about a nice laid back leisurely bike ride on the trails and roads of Mpls. and St.Paul. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-553-0644 Ext. 3364 or 651-486-2731 Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-1361. (Web Ride)
22 SUN 7:30 AM A 75 mi. DUNN WISCONSIN. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee, East Lake Street and West River Road Minneapolis. Group ride out to Stillwater for the famous Chilkoot hill, across river and climb into Houlton, winding rollers to Hudson and back accross river climbing out of the valley on our way back to Minneapolis. Expect some hills and a decent pace but we will always regroup after hills. Rest stop in Hudson. Caleb Donaldson 612-990-2646, calebandmichelle@msn.com, Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058 rhuskamp@juno.com. (Web Ride)
22 SUN 9:00 AM B 78 mi. THE GREAT RIDE OF THE PUDDING BOY. Depart from Northfield High School, just south of Northfield on Hwy 246/Division St. From 35, go east on 19, across river to Division/246 and turn right (south). H. S. is on the right. At the age of 10, on his single-speed, balloon-tired, red SCHWINN WASP, the PUDDING BOY made his great lonely ride. This time you come too. See Valley Grove Church, most of Nerstrand, Kenyon’s Blvd of Roses, Zumbrota’s Covered Bridge, downtown Wanamingo, Sogn Valley, the Al Quie post office, and Malt-o-Meal Dam. Climb PUDDING BOY HILL. Easy pace for B riders. Beautiful rolling hill country. Bob Brown, 612-849-2999, MnFolbot@aol.com.
22 SUN 9:30 AM A/B 33 or 43 mi. WASHINGTON COUNTY WHIRL. Depart from Ojibway Park in Woodbury. Exit 494 at Lake Rd and go southeast, then left on Courtly Rd, then right on Ojibway Dr. A scenic route through southern Washington County, with a rest stop in Afton. Tony Wanschura, 651-224-8360, tonyjw@mindspring.com. (Web Ride)
22 SUN 10:00 AM AB 70 mi. TIN MAN. Depart from Mahtomedi Sr. High School (on Co. Rd. 12 just east of downtown Mahtomedi). NOTE CHANGE IN START TIME AND LOCATION! Last in a series of training rides for the IRONMAN. All RED RIBBON Riders welcome. The full 70 mile route goes thru Lake Elmo, Afton, Stillwater, and Marine on St. Croix. There is a 48 mile route available. Self sufficient B riders welcome. Paul THUNDER Huntington 651-486-2731 Pete THE HAMMER Hall 612-889-1361.
22 SUN 10:30 AM C 30 mi. LEGGIN‚ THE LAKES. Depart from Kowalski’s Parking Lot (NE Corner) at Hwy 61 & White Bear Ave/Hoffman Rd. We’ll bike parts of Little Goose, Gervais, Phalen, McCarron’s, Owasso, Green, Sucker, and Vadnais Lakes. Rest/Lunch stop at McCarron’s Beach. (Pack your lunch) There will be approx. 1 mile stretch on crushed limestone trail. Jack Uttermark, 651-407-9040; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; cell at ride; 952-334-5382.
22 SUN 10:30 AM A/AB 67 mi. TINMAN IS ROLLING ON THE WESTSIDE. Depart from Holiday Gas Station Eden Prairie, Dell Road and 62. Three and half miles west of 494 on 62, park at far end of lot, next to Dell Rd. Ice or below 32 degrees will cancel the ride. An excellent training ride for the April 30th Minnesota IRONMAN Eric Feld, 952-380-9914. Co-Leader Lee Stagg 952-934-6000.
22 SUN 1:00 PM B 25-35 mi. SOUTHERN SUNDAY. Depart from Thomas Lake Park in Eagan (2 miles South of 35E on Pilot Knob Rd). Come enjoy some casual early season rides in the Southern metro. Cross or mountain bikes maybe be a good choice depending upon conditions. Note: Because of early season there are no facilities or running water at ride start. Pat Exley, 612-819-5551, exleyp@yahoo.com.
22 SUN 3:00 PM B 20-25 mi. SONNY'S SUNDAE AFTERNOON. Depart from Sonny's Ice Cream at 3401 Lyndale Ave. So. Stay for dinner after the ride. Great food! Your Leaders: Kay Mitchell 612-801-6151 and Evie Walters 763-221-3809. (Web Ride)
22 SUN 6:00 PM N 25 mi. "SUNDAY SUNSET IN SHOREVIEW". Depart from Shoreview Community Center 4600 N. Victoria St. Shoreview 55126. A nice to start the week, with a nice laid back leisurly bike ride on a Sunday night. We ride the trails and roads of Shoreview and Arden Hills. PLEASE PARK IN FAR END OF LOWER LOT. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-553-0644 Ext.3364 or 651-486-2731 Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall" 612-889-1361. (Web Ride)
22 SUN BIKE U - ADVANCED BIKE CARE. Begin dessert potluck at 6:30 PM, presentation at 7:00 PM at Sunrise Cyclery in Minneapolis (3031 2nd Ave S - 35W to Lake St exit) Learn advanced bike maintenance from Jamie McDonald, bicycle mechanic extraordinaire. Imagine you‚re at Ironman standing in a pleasant 40 degree drizzle with a bike that won’t shift. Wouldn’t it be nice NOT to wait for that sag wagon? For those who know the basics and are ready to learn more. FFI: Laurie Holm, 612-724-8850 laurindaholm@hotmail.com
23 MON 10:30 AM B 29 mi. PINK EXPRESS. Depart from County Cycles, 2700 Lexington Ave N, Roseville, 55113. (Store is on Lexington, 1 block north of County Rd C. Park on Woodhill Dr. A scenic ride passing Vadnais and Bald Eagle Lakes. Marina Lim 651-808-5473, marina_lim@hotmail.com.
23 MON 10:30 AM C 10-25 mi. NOKOMIS OUT AND BACK. Depart from Lake Nokomis Community Center Over Flow Parking Lot, at 2401 East Minnehaha Parkway, Minneapolis. We’ll bike city trails in conformity with weather conditions with a lunch stop at Longfellow’s Grill. Ambassador June Johnson, Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell at ride 952-334-5382.
23 MON 6:00 PM AB 25-30 mi. SPRING BRAKE. Depart from Mendota Plaza, located less than 1 mile east of 35E on Hwy 110 and Dodd Road in Mendota Heights. Ease into your early spring riding, or recover from the weekend on this relatively flat route that includes Ft. Snelling Park, Minnehaha Falls and part of the River Rd. Jeff Johnson & Patt Seleen 651-552-9131.
23 MON 06:00 PM N 25 mi. "MONDAY, MONDAY". Depart from St. Joan of Arc Church 4537 3rd Ave. So. (MPLS). A nice ride on the trails and roads of Mpls, and St. Paul with a few hills for fun. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 651-486-2731 or 763-553-0644 x3364 Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-1361. (Web Ride)
23 MON 6:00 PM B 23-27 mi. TOUR DE PARK. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, NW corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Av (1 mile east of 169) in St Louis Park. This is a stay-together group mapless evening ride at the B-ride (14 MPH) pace, mostly on bike trails & painted bike lanes. The ice on the lakes is melted! Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey@mrbikey.com. (Web Ride)
24 TUE 10:15 AM C 25/30 mi. LAKES ROUNDABOUTS FROM THE DEPOT. Depart from Hopkins Depot Coffee House lot at Excelsior Blvd, one block east of Hwy 169. We’ll bike on paved trails along Minnehaha Creek to Lake Nokomis, lunch at Nokomis Beach Coffee Shop and return. Ambassadors: Duane and Diana Kasper, Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at Ride, 952-334-5382.
24 TUE 4:30 PM AB 30 mi. TUESDAY'S HOTDISH. Depart from Kowalski's overflow lot on Summit and Syndicate. Savor some of the tried and true hill climbs from the ever popular TG&F ride and spice it up by adding a pinch of climbing in scenic South St Paul. Aprox 1500ft in 30 miles. Bruce Berry 651-690-2510 bruce2276@aol.com. (Web Ride)
24 TUE 5:45 PM AB 36/29/24 mi. THE ACAPULCO RIDE. Depart from the Acapulco Restaurant. Back for a tenth year! From I-694, take Hwy 36 east for 6.5 miles to Stillwater. Turn left on Washington Ave (first stoplight past the Hwy 5 overpass) Take an immediate right on the frontage road for 1/4 mile to the Valley Ridge Mall and Acapulco Restaurant on the left. We’ll roll on quiet roads to Afton, eat afterwards and just have fun. What more could you ask for? Rain may force cancellation of the ride at the leaders discretion, but we can still eat! Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676.
24 TUE 6:00 PM AB/BC 21/28 mi. BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. Depart from Bunker Hills Activity Center, 550 Bunker Lake Boulevard NW, Andover, MN. Explore the northern Twin Cities metro area while riding through open meadows and tree-lined avenues of the Anoka Sand Plain. There is no rest stop on either ride option throughout month. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne, 763-862-1411, dohogne@msn.com.
25 WED IRONMAN STUFFING PARTY at the usual location in south Minneapolis. See March issue.
25 WED 10:00 AM C 15/25 mi. IRONMAN GET IN GEAR RIDES. Depart from Minnehaha Falls Parking Lot (North of Pavilion). Park free on streets or pay to park in lot. John says that some C level training rides will get us ready for the big event. We’ll do weekly rides from the Falls to select destinations and will be in shape just in time. Ambassador: John Avoles, 651-437-3974, Herb Schultz,952-941-4381, Cell at ride 952-334-5382.
25 WED 10:30 AM AB 25-35 mi. HILLS BEYOND HILLS. Starts at Mounds Park corner of Mounds Blvd and Earl street, St. Paul. Title cribbed from wonderful book Mountains Beyond Mountains, The Quest of Dr. Paul Farmer. One person can make a difference. A very inspiring bio. We’ll do hills getting ready for Sue’s Wisconsin rides later in season. Still winter? We’ll do town hills, snow gone we head south for some old favorites. Michael McNutt, 651-208-3185, bikermichael@comcast.net.
25 WED 5:30 PM B 23-27 mi. SLP'ING OUT. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, NW corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Av in St Louis Park. This is a stay-together mapless evening ride at the B ride pace in which we will average speed of 12-14 MPH that is mostly all on bicycling trails. Mike Beadles 612-839-5406 mrbikey@mrbikey.com. (Web Ride)
25 WED 6:00 PM N 15-20 mi. DAYLIGHT COME, AND ME WANNA BIKE. Depart from Shoreview Community Center 4600 N. Victoria St Shoreview 55126. A nice leisurely bike ride on the trails and roads of Shoreview and Arden Hills. PLEASE PARK IN LOWER LOT, FAR END OF LOT. Paul THUNDER Huntington 651-486-2731 or 763-553-0644 Ext 3364 Pete THE HAMMER Hall 612-889-1361.
25 WED 6:00 PM B 20-25 mi. WHITE BEAR LAKE LOOP. Depart from Island Lake Park in Shoreview (SW corner of 694 & Victoria). Enjoy a scenic ride past area lakes en route to, and around, White Bear Lake. Optional dinner afterwards. Mary Derks, 651-335-6505.
25 WED 6:00 PM B/C 15-25 mi. RIDING FROM RICHFIELD. We’ll pedal away from Woodlake Lutheran Church, 76th and Oliver Ave in Richfield, on this ever-evolving evening ride. Enjoy the variety as you experience a new and different route each week. David Gepner 612-861-1703 GoneBiking@mn.rr.com
25 WED 6:00 PM A/AB 27 mi. DUNN FAST!!!. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee East Lake St and West River Pkwy Mpls. A/B mapless ride along the Midtown Greenway, Cedar Lake Trail, Downtown Mpls, around Nicollet Island, Across Stone Arch Bridge, River Road, Light Rail Trail to Midtown Greenway and back to Dunn Brothers. No map is available and a 22 mile out and back is an option on the Greenway. Please have lights available in case you do not finish before dark or have mechanical problems. Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058 rhuskamp@juno.com. (Web Ride)
26 THU 10:00 AM AB 41 mi. TRAILHEAD TREKKING. Depart from 11351 Aquilla Dr #101, Champlin, MN 55316. A ride through the rural roads of Maple Grove, Fletcher, Rogers, Dayton. Jeff Hofstede 763-516-2150 jeff_hofstede@yahoo.com (Web Ride)
26 THU 5:30 PM AB 27/31 mi. STONE ARCHING. Depart from Lock & Dam parking lot underneath the west end of the Stone Arch Bridge in downtown Minneapolis. Go north on Portland from Washington Av then just past West River Rd down a short steep hill to the Lock & Dam parking lot. The ride uses East and West River Roads, Summit Av, and the High Bridge. No water or bathrooms at the start. Charlie Caswell, 763-242-4562, charliec38@yahoo.com. (Web Ride)
26 THU 5:45 PM A/B 26 or 31 mi. THURSDAY THERAPY. Note time change. Improve your relationship with your bike on a scenic ride through northern Dakota County. Depart from the parking lot of HealthPartners, corner of Wabasha and Plato, across the Wabasha St Bridge from downtown St. Paul. Park at the west end of the lot, farthest from the building. Tony Wanschura, 651-224-8360, tonyjw@mindspring.com. (Web Ride)
27 FRI 10:30 AM C 30 mi. THE TONKA TREK. Depart from Erik’s Bike Shop, 16376 Wagner Way, Eden Prairie. One block north of intersection Hwy 5 and Eden Prairie Rd, right turn at Wagner Way into Prairie Court Mall on left. We’ll bike North passing Round Lake and Lotus Lake to Excelsior, up and around Lake Minnetonka and return. Rest/Lunch stop at Lord Fletcher’s Jack Uttermark, 651-407-9040; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; cell at ride; 952-334-5382.
27 FRI 11:00 AM AB 20-35 mi. SPRING EXPLORER. Depart from picnic area just north of parking lot near Lake Harriet bandshell. Various routes. Weather dictates bike and ride length. Katie Angle 763-208-3595.
27 FRI 6:00 PM N 15-20 mi. GOOD FRIDAY. Depart from SUNRISE CYCLERY 3031 2nd Ave. So. Mpls. (35W & Lake St.). It’s always a good Friday when your on bike. A nice leisurely bike ride on the trails and roads of Mpls. and St. Paul. Paul THUNDER Huntington 651-486-2731 or 763-553-0644 Ext 3364 Pete THE HAMMER Hall 612-889-1361.
27 FRI 6:00 pm AB 20-25 mi. SAPS RUNNNING. Depart from West side of Langford Park Bldg, Langford and Langford, St. Anthony Park, St. Paul. We'll chase some of our favorite streets around St. Paul and Roseville, winding up with a relaxing dinner at Bascali's at Como and Snelling. Mary.C.Miller@att.net, 763-789-7560. (Web Ride)
28 SAT 8:00 AM B 35-45 mi. HAR-MARTIAN. Depart from Erik’s Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Ave. N, Roseville (across from Har Mar Mall, next to McDonald’s). This ride features a rotating variety of routes, each guarantees to include at least one lake, one trail, and one rest stop with decent snacks. Get up and ride, then get on with the rest of your day. Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175, hansonca96@comcast.net.
28 SAT 9:00 AM BC 25-30 mi. KENT AND I. Depart from St Joan of Arc church 4537 3rd Ave. So. Mpls. A nice leisurely bike ride, with a few hills along the way for character building and fun. Paul THUNDER Huntington 651-486-2731 or 763-553-0644 x3364 Pete THE HAMMER Hall 612-889-1361.
28 SAT 10:00 AM A/B 70-80 mi. WI HILLS PLUM CITY. Depart from the municipal parking lot next to the gas station on Main St (County U) just off of Hwy 10 at the north end of downtown Plum City, WI. Challenging hills and little-traveled rural roads. Plum City is on US Hwy 10, about 35 miles east of Prescott, WI. Details on TCBC e-group during week before ride. Shorter option available. If weather threatens, check TCBC web page "Ride Alert" link at 7:30 AM or contact ride leader before 8:00 AM on morning of ride. Tony Wanschura, tonyjw@mindspring.com, 651-224-8360. (Web Ride)
28 SAT 10:30 AM AB 49 mi. TONKA OUT AND BACK. Depart from Cars R Coffins (34th and Lyndale). Out to Lake Minnetonka, around and back. Come early for espresso at Cars R Coffins. Postal ride, within reason. Possible longer mileage detour to be determined. Rebecca Lawrence 612-481-4145.
28 SAT 1:00 PM B 35-40 mi. KENT AND I. Depart from St Joan of Arc church 4537 3rd Ave. So. Mpls. A nice ride that will challenge you, with some hills. But with some down hills to for fun. Paul THUNDER Huntington 651-486-2731 or 763-553-0644 x3364 Pete THE HAMMER Hall 612-889-1361.
28 SAT 2:00 PM A/B 20/40 mi. THE HEIGHTS HERE AND THERE. Depart from NE corner of Cub Foods lot, Silver Lake Village Center, Silver Lake Rd just N of 37th Ave NE (CR D) in St Anthony Village. Route and mileage will vary with the weather as should the bike you bring to ride. Self-sufficient riders of any average ride speed are welcome. Dinner following. Mary.C.Miller@att.net, 763-789-7560.
28 SAT 5:00 PM N 25 mi. "SATURDAY NIGHT SPECIAL". Depart from St. Joan of Arc Church 4537 3rd Ave. So. (Mpls.). Tired of the usual Saturday night? How about a nice laid back leisurely bike ride on the trails and roads of Mpls. and St.Paul. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-553-0644 Ext. 3364 or 651-486-2731 Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-1361. (Web Ride)
29 SUN 41ST ANNUAL MN IRONMAN RIDE. 30, 62, 100 mi. (Non-TCBC, but TCBC mileage credit given.) Starts in Lakeville. Registration is now open! Nearly 5,000 bicyclists join this event each year. The ride is recognized as the “season premier” and as one big, fun cyclist party. The MN Ironman® is a single day bike tour. Beautiful routes of 30, 62 and 100 miles begin and end in Lakeville, MN - about 30 minutes south of the Twin Cities. All levels of cyclists are invited to take part in Minnesota's oldest bike ride. Thank you for joining us whether this is your 40th year or your 1st. You will always remember your Minnesota Ironman® experience! See www.ironmanbikeride.org; Contact: Jon Ridge (651) 251 1495, or rideinfo{at}ironmanbikeride.org
29 SUN 11:00 AM AB 33 mi. DUNN BROTHERS & BACK. Depart from the picnic area, just north of the parking lot near the Lake Harriet Bandshell. Enjoy a ride with your friends, with a rest stop at the Historic Dunn Brothers Coffee Shop in Eden Prairie. Susan Evan, 612-729-1441, bikersusan@hotmail.com. (Web Ride)
30 MON 10:30 AM B 29 mi. PINK EXPRESS. Depart from County Cycles, 2700 Lexington Ave N, Roseville, 55113. (Store is on Lexington, 1 block north of County Rd C. Park on Woodhill Dr. A scenic ride passing Vadnais and Bald Eagle Lakes. Marina Lim 651-808-5473, marina_lim@hotmail.com.
30 MON 10:30 AM C 20/25 mi. HARRIET ISLAND TRAILS EAST (MAPLESS). Depart from Minnehaha Falls Parking Lot (North of Pavilion). Park free on streets or pay at lot. Our ride out takes Summit Ave to St Paul and Harriet Island and our return is via Lilydale, Great River Trail and Mendota Bridge. June says pack a lunch. Ambassador: June Johnson, Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell at ride 952-334-5382.
30 MON 6:00 PM AB 25-30 mi. SPRING BRAKE. Depart from Mendota Plaza, located less than 1 mile east of 35E on Hwy 110 and Dodd Road in Mendota Heights. Ease into your early spring riding, or recover from the weekend on this relatively flat route that includes Ft. Snelling Park, Minnehaha Falls and part of the River Rd. Jeff Johnson & Patt Seleen 651-552-9131.
30 MON 6:00 PM N 20-25 mi. MONDAY, MONDAY. Depart from St. Joan of Arc church, 4537 3rd Ave. So. Mpls. Winter blues getting you down? Tired of spinning classes? How about going on a nice laid back night ride, on the trails and roads of Mpls and St. Paul. Paul THUNDER Huntington 651-486-2731 or 763-553-0644 Ext 3364 Pete THE HAMMER Hall 612-889-1361.
30 MON 6:00 PM B 23-27 mi. TOUR DE PARK. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, NW corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Av (1 mile east of 169) in St Louis Park. This is a stay-together group mapless evening ride at the B-ride (14 MPH) pace, mostly on bike trails & painted bike lanes. The ice on the lakes is melted! Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey@mrbikey.com. (Web Ride)