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1 TUE 11:00 AM A/B 35-45 mi. MINNETONKA MILES. Depart from Minnetonka City Hall, west of 494/Minnetonka Blvd, NW parking lot by ice arena. Five sensational routes to the lake, neighborhoods and beyond. Includes rolling hills with a friendly rest stop. Katie Angle 763-208-3595 (4/1, 4/22), Susan Evan 612-729-1441 (4/8, 4/29), Jim Joy 612-827-6995 (4/15).
1 TUE 5:45 PM A/B 36/29/24 mi. THE ACAPULCO RIDE. Depart from 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. Ride the rolling backroads of the St. Croix River Valley. Outdoor dining after at Acapulco. Rain may force cancellation of the ride at the leaders discretion. Call ahead if in doubt. Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676
1 TUE 6:00 PM A/B 24/16 mi. BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. Depart from Bunker Hills Activity Center. 550 Bunker Lake Boulevard NW. Andover. MN. A/B B/C 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. Mileage: 4/1: A/B 21, B/C 16; 4/8: 28, 16; 4/15: 28, 21; 4/22: 30, 21; 4/29: 30, 21. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne, 763-862-1411
1 TUE 6:00 PM B/C 24/16 mi. BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. Depart from Bunker Hills Activity Center. 550 Bunker Lake Boulevard NW. Andover. MN. A/B B/C 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. Mileage: 4/1: A/B 21, B/C 16; 4/8: 28, 16; 4/15: 28, 21; 4/22: 30, 21; 4/29: 30, 21. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne, 763-862-1411.
1 TUE 6:15 PM B/C 20-25 mi. JORDAN JAUNT. Depart from Lagoon Park (waterfall area), downtown Jordan. We'll start in Jordan and ride to neighboring communities (Belle Plaine, Prior Lake, Carver) on lightly traveled country roads, some with wide paved shoulders. Expect some hills on all Jordan rides. Please contact first. Ride Ambassador Guy Beck 952.843.3540. Tim Bischke, 952.492.2088, timbee205-at-gmail-dot-com.
2 WED 10:00 AM B 29 mi. ELEKTRA ZEN. Depart from Now Bikes & Fitness, 3673 Lexington Ave North, Arden Hills 55126. From I-694 east, exit Lexington Ave. Turn right. Go 2 blocks. Turn right towards Caribou Coffee. Now Bikes is a few doors down. Restrooms at Cub Foods. Need to get fit? Find your inner self and develop your strength on this peaceful, scenic ride passing 3 lakes. Elektra will ride 14 mph average. Faster riders are welcome to ride ahead. Rest stop at Caribou Coffee. Post ride food options: Davanni's (pizza & hot hoagies), Subway (sandwiches), China Wok (I wonder what they serve), Cub Foods, more Caribou Coffee. Rain, snow or ice cancel the ride. Call leader if unsure. Marina Lim 651-808-5473, mar ina_lim-at-hotmail-dot-com.
2 WED 10:15 AM C 20/25 mi. HOPKINS EAST. Depart from Hopkins Depot Coffee House lot at Excelsior Blvd, one block east of Hwy 169. We'll bike paved Trails East and around Lakes with en route rest/lunch stop and return. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell at ride 952-334-5382; Co Leader, Open;.
2 WED 6:00 PM A/B 20-25 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, maryderks-at-yahoo-dot-com.
2 WED 6:00 PM B 18-25 mi. SLP'ING OUT. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park.Meet the group in the parking lot that is furthest from the bike shop's door. We'll ride mostly on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the west metro area. There will be a different map for each ride for those that want to go faster, but those that want to ride a B pace (about 14 MPH) along with me will be able to ride together in a group. Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-mrbikey-dot-com.
3 THU 1:00 PM A/B 32 mi. OUT & ABOUT. Depart from the picnic area just north of the parking near the Lake Harriet Bandshell. Park on the street or bring money to park in the lot. Enjoy a afternoon with your friends, exploring Minneapolis and St. Paul. Rest stop will be at TK's Coffee Shop in Mendota. Susan Evan, 612-729-1441, bikersusan-at-hotmail-dot-com.
4 FRI 10:15 AM C 20/25 mi. TARGET/CUB OUT & BACK. Depart from Target/Cub parking Lot East of Hiawatha Ave on Lake Street. We will ride paved trails and bike friendly streets and entertain a rest/lunch break en route. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell at ride 952-334-5382; Co Leader, Open;.
4 FRI 11:00 AM A/B 30-40 mi. Friday's On The Bike. Depart from North End of Lake Phalen, corner of East Shore and East Shore, St. Paul/Maplewood. Hopefully most snow gone and we'll do the hilly ride for our last Friday on The Bike. All rides welcome. Michael McNutt 651-208-3185 bikermichael-at-comcast-dot-net
4 FRI 3:00 PM A/B 43/32 mi. Friday to the Lake. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 8006 Minnetonka Blvd St Louis Park, NW corner of Texas Ave and Minnetonka Blvd. Head west to Lake Independence on a somewhat challenging, varied-terrain ride thru the western suburbs. Rest stop at the Retro in Loretto. Short cut options available. George Hagemann, 612-251-4400
5 SAT TCBC NEW LEADER TRAINING COURSE. See article in March issue.
5 SAT 7:00 AM A 58 mi. DUNN EARLY - MTKA. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee East Lake Street W. River Road Mpls. A/AB Heading out Midtown Greenway through Hopkins, Wayzata, Excelsior, Mtka and back to Midtown Greenway. Rolling hills help get you in shape for the Ironman Bike ride. "A" riders that ride as a group may depart from scheduled route for extra mileage and/or hills Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058 rhuskamp-at-juno-dot-com.
5 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 McDonalds). This ride features a variety of routes, each guaranteed 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-at-comcast-dot-net.
5 SAT 10:00 AM A/B 45/90 mi. MORNING GLORY BAKERY. Depart from the parking lot in Mendota on the north side of Sibley Highway, west of Sibley House and east and downhill from St. Peter's Church by Mendota Bridge. (Mapquest url available from ride leader.). Park in lot or on the street. No restrooms at start of ride. Ride to Morning Glory Bakery in Rosemount and return through IGH/SSP/WSP. Long option to Northfield. Steve Scholl, 651-699-1203, 651-341-0597, srs428 -at-msn-dot-com.
5 SAT 1:30 PM B 29 mi. WATERMELON LOOP. Depart from Leave from the large picnic shelter on Snail Lake Blvd, just east of Victoria in Shoreview, on the hill above Snail Lake Beach. Ride the basic loop of the July 4 Watermelon Ride. No watermelon being served today. Doug Nelson, 651-639-9917
6 SUN 7:00 AM A 50-60 mi. DUNN EARLY - APPLE VALLEY. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee East Lake Street W. River Road Mpls. Heading south of the river for the first time this year out to Apple Valley and wind our way back through St Paul back to Mpls. Some rolling hills. "A" riders that ride as a group may depart from scheduled route for extra hills and/or mileage. Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058 rhuskamp-at-juno-dot-com.
6 SUN 10:00 AM B 50 mi. RANDONNEUR BREVET TRAINING RIDE #1. Depart from the AmericInn/Old Chicago parking lot on the NE corner of Cty 42 and Cedar Ave (Cty 23) in Apple Valley. This will be an easy spin, relatively flat B ride. We’ll try to stick together to give newbies a chance to ask questions while we’re riding. Plan on at least one rest stop, about halfway through the ride. We’ll convene at Old Chicago after to discuss Randonneuring over pizza. Bring your questions. If you are an experienced Randonneur, come along for the ride and share your knowledge and experience. Rob Welsh, 612-801-4196
6 SUN 10:00 AM C 15/31 mi. 3 SUNDAYS B4 IRON SUNDAY. Depart from Davern & Shepard Rd. St. Paul. This is the road into Crosby Park. stay up on top. Roads & trails, we will be riding the St. Paul Classic routes in preparation (not H) for the 30 miles of MN Ironman April 27. John Avoles, 651-437-3974, Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, cell at ride 952-334-5382.
6 SUN 11:00 AM A/B 51 mi. Town hall meeting. Depart from Blaine City Hall, 10801 Town Square Dr NE, Blaine MN 55449, North on 35 to 95th/national sport center exit, go right, road turns into raddison rd,turn right at 109th, go 1 block to Town Square dr, right one block, park in the lot. Leaving from Blaine we head for Wyoming and then to Lino Lakes then back to Blaine. Only 250 feet of climbing on this spring time ride. Garry Glubka, gglubby-at-comcast-dot-net, 651-303-2207
7 MON DEADLINE for the big May TCBC NEWS. E-mail schedule info to: schedule-at-biketcbc.org. Articles to Doug Nelson, newsletter-at-biketcbc.org.
7 MON 11:00 AM A/B 30 mi. Pink Express. Depart from Gold's Gym, 905 E County RD E, Vadnais Heights. From northbound Hwy 35E, exit County Rd E. Turn left. Gold's Gym is on your right at the end of the strip mall. PARK IN CENTER OF LOT. A scenic ride passing Vadnais and Bald Eagle Lakes. Rest stop at Caribou Coffee. Check Ride Alert after 9:45 AM if weather is questionable. Mark Gregory, 651-490-1626, cyclegregory-at-hotmail-dot-com
7 MON 6:00 PM B 18-25 mi. SLP'ING OUT. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. Meet the group in the parking lot that is furthest from the bike shop's door. We'll ride mostly on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the west metro area. There will be a different map for each ride for those that want to go faster, but those that want to ride a B pace (about 14 MPH) along with me will be able to ride together in a group. Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-mrbikey-dot-com.
7 MON 6:00 PM N 20-25 mi. "GREAT BUNS". Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co. 534 Selby Ave. St. Paul. Here it is a nice laid back mapless winter ride. We will ride on roads and trails,weather will dictate miles and distance. Come early to sample the breads, cookies. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-519-3364 or 651-330-6785 Pete "THE HAMMER "Hall 612-889-1361.
7 MON 6:00 PM A/B 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 Fort Snelling Park. Minnehaha Falls. and part of the River Rd. Jeff Johnson & Patt Seleen 651-552-9131.
8 TUE TCBC BOARD BUSINESS MEETING. Contact Mary Derks for info at 651-335-6505.
8 TUE 11:00 AM A/B 35-45 mi. MINNETONKA MILES. Depart from Minnetonka City Hall, west of 494/Minnetonka Blvd, NW parking lot by ice arena. Five sensational routes to the lake, neighborhoods and beyond. Includes rolling hills with a friendly rest stop. Katie Angle 763-208-3595 (4/1, 4/22), Susan Evan 612-729-1441 (4/8, 4/29), Jim Joy 612-827-6995 (4/15).
8 TUE 4:15 PM A/B 28/33 mi. EARLY EDITION: TEARS, GEARS, FEARS. Depart from 1195 St. Paul Avenue (corner of St Paul Ave & Dorothea). All the tears, gears & fears of the later ride which is not yet scheduled, and early enough to finish before dark. Parking in driveway/street on Dorothea. (Mapquest url available from ride leader) Steve Scholl, 651-699-1203, 651-341-0597, srs428-at-msn-dot-com.
8 TUE 4:30 PM B 20-25 mi. PRE-BOARD FLIGHT. Depart from The park on the west end of Summit Ave where it intersects with Mississippi River Blvd.. Your chance to ride on a ride with at least one TCBC Board member on it. This ride is located near the actual Board meeting and scheduled immediately before it. Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-mrbikey-dot-com.
8 TUE 5:45 PM A/B 36/29/24 mi. THE ACAPULCO RIDE. Depart from 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. Ride the rolling backroads of the St. Croix River Valley. Outdoor dining after at Acapulco. Rain may force cancellation of the ride at the leaders discretion. Call ahead if in doubt. Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676
8 TUE 6:00 PM A/B 24/16 mi. BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. Depart from Bunker Hills Activity Center. 550 Bunker Lake Boulevard NW. Andover. MN. A/B B/C 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. Mileage: 4/1: A/B 21, B/C 16; 4/8: 28, 16; 4/15: 28, 21; 4/22: 30, 21; 4/29: 30, 21. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne, 763-862-1411
8 TUE 6:00 PM B/C 24/16 mi. BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. Depart from Bunker Hills Activity Center. 550 Bunker Lake Boulevard NW. Andover. MN. A/B B/C 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. Mileage: 4/1: A/B 21, B/C 16; 4/8: 28, 16; 4/15: 28, 21; 4/22: 30, 21; 4/29: 30, 21. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne, 763-862-1411.
8 TUE 6:15 PM B/C 20-25 mi. TOP PRIORITY. Depart from Cleary Park Visitor Center, Prior Lake (Texas Ave/CR 27). We'll warm up riding a lap or two around Cleary Park (3.5 miles) then ride on local trails 10-15 miles. Terrain mostly flat. Ride a few more laps when you return. Please contact first. Ride Ambassador Guy Beck 952.843.3540. Tim Bischke, 952.492.2088, timbee205-at-gmail-dot-com.
9 WED ANNUAL LEADER FORUM. At Shoreview Community Center. See newsletter or website. Leaders will get a postcard.
9 WED 10:00 AM B 52 mi. THE SCANDIA ZEPHYR. Depart from Tamarack Nature Center in White Bear Township. This bicycle train leaves the Tamarack Nature Center Station and rolls up to Scandia for a fuel and water stop. We return along scenic N. Wash. county country roads. To reach Tamarack Nature Center : From 35E north, exit 117 (CR 96). Right (east) on CR 96 for approx. .8 mi. Left (north) on Otter Lake Road approx 1.6 mi. Please park on southeast end of parking lot. Bathrooms & water avail. All Aboard! Cell: 612-670-5902. Jack Uttermark, jumark-at-earthlink-dot-net.
9 WED 10:00 AM C 20/25 mi. HOP TO HOPKINS. Depart from SW Corner of Mt Olivet Church Parking Lot (5025 Knox Ave S, MPLS). We'll ride to Hopkins Coffee Depot for rest stop on paved trails and return with an en route lunch stop at Calhoun Commons strip mall. Herb Schultz,952-941-4381, Cell at ride 952-334-5382; Co Leader, Open;.
10 THU 6:00 PM A/B 25-30 mi. IT'S MY BIRTHDAY AND I'LL RIDE IF I WANT TO. Depart from Roseville Prof Center (2233 Hamline Ave N in Roseville). Park at west end of lot. Come and help me celebrate my birthday with a ride around the northeast metro. What better way to spend the day than on a bike with fellow cyclists! Come for the ride, stay for the cake & nachos. Mary Derks. 651-335-6505, maryderks-at-yahoo-dot-com.
10 THU 6:00 PM B 20-25 mi. SLP'ing Out. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. Meet the group in the parking lot that is furthest from the bike shop's door. We'll ride mostly on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the west metro area. There will be a different map for each ride for those that want to go faster, but those that want to ride a B pace (about 14 MPH) along with me will be able to ride together in a group. Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com
11 FRI 10:00 AM A/B 29/47/63 mi MMVIII METRIC. Depart from south end of Sucker Lake (parking lot off of County F). On to Marine on the St. Croix for a nice sandwich. A 29 or 47 mi option available. Directions: From 694, exit to Rice St. North on Rice to CR F. Right on CR F approx. 1/2 mi. to park entrance (on left). There is a satellite restroom - no water. Jack Uttermark, Cell: 612-670-5902, jumark-at-earthlink-dot-net.
11 FRI 10:15 AM C 20 mi. TARGET/CUB OUT & BACK. Depart from Target/Cub parking Lot East of Hiawatha Ave on Lake Street. We'll ride paved trails and streets and have our rest/lunch stop en route. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell at ride 952-334-5382; Co Leader, Open;.
11 FRI 6:00 PM N 20-25 miles Starlight at Sunrise returns. Depart from Sunrise Cyclery, 901 West Lake St., MPLS (SW corner of Lake and Bryant). A nice leisurely ride on trails and bike lanes with a soup or coffee stop along the way. Pete Hall (612-889-1361), Jeff Ramberg (612-462-4747) and others.
12 SAT 7:00 AM A 75 mi. Dunn Early - Wisconsin. Depart from Dunn Bros on East Lake Street and West River Road Minneapolis. Ride out through Stillwater via the Gateway trail, Into Wisconsin for some more hills, down into Hudson Wi, back to Minneapolis Through Woodbury / St. Paul. Some good hills so be prepared. "A" Riders may depart from Scheduled route for extra hills and/or mileage. Winter weather conditions may shorten the route, but not cancel. A map will be available if A/B riders want to ride. Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058 rhuskamp-at-juno-dot-com.
12 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 McDonalds). This ride features a variety of routes, each guaranteed 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-at-comcast-dot-net.
12 SAT 8:00 AM C 22/30 mi. BIKE TO BREAKFAST: STONE ARCH CONNECTION. Depart from Centennial Church, 1524 West County Road C2, Roseville. corner of C2 and Snelling. We will ride the Bus/Bike connector between the two University of Minnesota campuses, cross the Stone Arch Bridge and take a break at Kramarczuk's Deli/Restaurant on Hennepin. An optional loop from the starting point goes around Lakes Langton, Johanna, and Josephine. Don Hopkins, 651-628-9713, Cell: 651-216-8690, dchopk in-at-aol-dot-com.
12 SAT 9:00 AM B 78 mi. THE GREAT RIDE OF THE PUDDING BOY. Depart from Northfield H.S. on Division St./246 at S. end of town. From I-35 or US 52, take MN 19 to Division St. - go south. H.S. is on right. At the age of 10, on his single-speed, balloon-tired red Schwinn Wasp, the rotund 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. Leader rides easy B pace. Bring some friends who ride your pace. Beautiful rolling hill country. Bob Brown, 612-849-2999, MnFolbot-at-aol-dot-com.
12 SAT 10:00 AM A/B 45/90 mi. MORNING GLORY BAKERY. Depart from the parking lot in Mendota on the north side of Sibley Highway, west of Sibley House and east and downhill from St. Peter's Church by Mendota Bridge. (Mapquest url available from ride leader.). Park in lot or on the street. No restrooms at start of ride. Ride to Morning Glory Bakery in Rosemount and return through IGH/SSP/WSP. Long option to Northfield. Steve Scholl, 651-699-1203, 651-341-0597, srs428 -at-msn-dot-com.
12 SAT 10:15 AM B/C 25-35 mi. BOOGIE TO BELLE PLAINE. Depart from Lagoon Park (waterfall area) downtown Jordan. We'll ride to Belle Plaine on flat, quiet, smooth blacktop near the MN River (1/2 mile gravel). At Belle Plaine there's a scenic option to Blakeley or we can lunch at Duets or Emma Krumbees. An alternate route takes us on some hilly roads back to Jordan. Please contact first. Ride Ambassador Guy Beck 952.843.3540 Tim Bischke, 952.492.2088, timbee205-at-gmail-dot-com.
12 SAT 1:00 PM B B 39 mi. STRAW MAN ON EAST SIDE. Depart from White Bear Beach at White Bear Lake. The Straw Man heads out to Marine On the St. Croix for a rest stop at the General Store. Some rolling hills. A warmup for the IRONMAN. White Bear Beach is located approx. 1/2 mi east of Hwy 61 on CR 96. Cell at ride: 612-670-5902. Jack Uttermark, jumark-at-earthlink-dot-net.
13 SUN 7:00 AM A 50-60 mi. Dunn Early - Lakeville. Depart from Dunn Brothers East Lake St and West River Road Minneapolis. Head down South of Farmington over to Lakeville and back up through Apple Valley back to Minneapolis. Route has a few hills and a map will be available if AB riders want to ride. "A" riders that ride as a group may depart from scheduled route for extra hills and\or mileage. Winter weather conditions may shorten the route, but will not cancel. Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058 rhuskamp-at-juno-dot-com.
13 SUN 10:00 AM C 15/31 mi. 3 SUNDAYS B4 IRON SUNDAY. Depart from Davern & Shepard Rd. St. Paul. This is the road into Crosby Park. stay up on top. Roads & trails, we will be riding the St. Paul Classic routes in preparation (not H) for the 30 miles of MN Ironman April 27. John Avoles, 651-437-3974, Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, cell at ride 952-334-5382.
13 SUN 12:00 PM A/B 50 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 on the roads will cancel the ride. An excellent training ride for the April 27th Minnesota IRONMAN. Eric Feld, 612-743-4097.
14 MON 10:15 AM C 20 mi. HOPKINS EAST. Depart from Hopkins Depot Coffee House lot at Excelsior Blvd, one block east of Hwy 169. We'll ride East on Paved Trails and around Lakes with en route rest/lunch stop. Herb Schultz,952-941-4381, Cell at ride 952-334-5382; Co Leader, Open;.
14 MON 11:00 AM A/B 30 mi. Pink Express. Depart from Gold's Gym, 905 E County RD E, Vadnais Heights. From northbound Hwy 35E, exit County Rd E. Turn left. Gold's Gym is on your right at the end of the strip mall. PARK IN CENTER OF LOT. A scenic ride passing Vadnais and Bald Eagle Lakes. Rest stop at Caribou Coffee. Check Ride Alert after 9:45 AM if weather is questionable. Mark Gregory, 651-490-1626, cyclegregory-at-hotmail-dot-com.
14 MON 6:00 PM B 18-25 mi. SLP'ING OUT. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. Meet the group in the parking lot that is furthest from the bike shop's door. We'll ride mostly on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the west metro area. There will be a different map for each ride for those that want to go faster, but those that want to ride a B pace (about 14 MPH) along with me will be able to ride together in a group. Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-mrbikey-dot-com.
14 MON 6:00 PM N 20-25 mi. "GREAT BUNS". Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co. 534 Selby Ave. St. Paul. Here it is a nice laid back mapless winter ride. We will ride on roads and trails,weather will dictate miles and distance. Come early to sample the breads, cookies. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-519-3364 or 651-330-6785 Pete "THE HAMMER "Hall 612-889-1361.
14 MON 6:00 PM A/B 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 Fort Snelling Park. Minnehaha Falls. and part of the River Rd. Jeff Johnson & Patt Seleen 651-552-9131.
15 TUE 11:00 AM A/B 35-45 mi. MINNETONKA MILES. Depart from Minnetonka City Hall, west of 494/Minnetonka Blvd, NW parking lot by ice arena. Five sensational routes to the lake, neighborhoods and beyond. Includes rolling hills with a friendly rest stop. Katie Angle 763-208-3595 (4/1, 4/22), Susan Evan 612-729-1441 (4/8, 4/29), Jim Joy 612-827-6995 (4/15).
15 TUE 4:15 PM A/B 28/33 mi. EARLY EDITION: TEARS, GEARS, FEARS. Depart from 1195 St. Paul Avenue (corner of St Paul Ave & Dorothea). All the tears, gears & fears of the later ride which is not yet scheduled, and early enough to finish before dark. Parking in driveway/street on Dorothea. (Mapquest url available from ride leader) Steve Scholl, 651-699-1203, 651-341-0597, srs428-at-msn-dot-com.
15 TUE 5:45 PM A 36-40 mi. GTF Mapless Ride. Depart from Dunn Brothers East Lake Street and W. River Road. "A" riders ride the Gears Tears & Fears Route leaving from Dunn Brothers. No map available so you must ride at an "A" pace for this ride. Group plans to regroup after hills. Please call if you have questions about this group ride. Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058 rhuskamp-at-juno-dot-com.
15 TUE 5:45 PM A/B 36/29/24 mi. THE ACAPULCO RIDE. Depart from 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. Ride the rolling backroads of the St. Croix River Valley. Outdoor dining after at Acapulco. Rain may force cancellation of the ride at the leaders discretion. Call ahead if in doubt. Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676
15 TUE 6:00 PM A/B 24/16 mi. BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. Depart from Bunker Hills Activity Center. 550 Bunker Lake Boulevard NW. Andover. MN. A/B B/C 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. Mileage: 4/1: A/B 21, B/C 16; 4/8: 28, 16; 4/15: 28, 21; 4/22: 30, 21; 4/29: 30, 21. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne, 763-862-1411
15 TUE 6:00 PM A/B 20-50 mi. (will vary with daylight) Westy's Leftside. Depart from the Plymouth Station Shopping Center lot located at Highway 55 and County Road 24. The group will gather by the ATM on the north side of the lot. Saluting a Thursday tradition by starting a new one! Varied and challenging routes on the open and rolling roads of northwest Hennepin county, including the cities of Plymouth, Hamel, Medina, Loretto, Maple Plain, Independence and occasionally by Lake Minnetonka. Length will vary depending on available daylight. Steve Sorenson (763-229-9073) steve(at)bikenaked(dot)net
15 TUE 6:00 PM B/C 24/16 mi. BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. Depart from Bunker Hills Activity Center. 550 Bunker Lake Boulevard NW. Andover. MN. A/B B/C 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. Mileage: 4/1: A/B 21, B/C 16; 4/8: 28, 16; 4/15: 28, 21; 4/22: 30, 21; 4/29: 30, 21. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne, 763-862-1411.
15 TUE 6:15 PM B/C 20-25 mi. JORDAN JAUNT. Depart from Lagoon Park (waterfall area), downtown Jordan. We'll start in Jordan and ride to neighboring communities (Belle Plaine, Prior Lake, Carver) on lightly traveled country roads, some with wide paved shoulders. Expect some hills on all Jordan rides. Please contact first. Ride Ambassador Guy Beck 952.843.3540. Tim Bischke, 952.492.2088, timbee205-at-gmail-dot-com.
16 WED 10:00 AM B 29 mi. ELEKTRA ZEN.. Depart from Now Bikes & Fitness, 3673 Lexington Ave North, Arden Hills 55126. From I-694 east, exit Lexington Ave. Turn right. Go 2 blocks. Turn right towards Caribou Coffee. Now Bikes is a few doors down. Restrooms at Cub Foods. Need to get fit? Find your inner self and develop your strength on this peaceful, scenic ride passing 3 lakes. Elektra will ride 14 mph average. Faster riders are welcome to ride ahead. Rest stop at Caribou Coffee. Post ride food options: Davanni's (pizza & hot hoagies), Subway (sandwiches), China Wok (I wonder what they serve), Cub Foods, more Caribou Coffee. Rain, snow or ice cancel the ride. Call leader if unsure. Marina Lim 651-808-5473, mar ina_lim-at-hotmail-dot-com.
16 WED 10:00 AM B/C 20-25 mi. CHAMPLIN MIDMORNING RAMBLE. Depart from Trailhead Cycling and Fitness, 11351 Aquila Dr (114th and US 169, Champlin. MN (763-712-0312). Park on the north side of the cycle shop. This ride uses paved trails and low-traffic streets along the Mississippi River, Coon Rapids Dam, and Elm Creek Park Preserve. Mid-ride break and lunch possibilities after ride. Phillip Lawson 612-554-1340, Burway and Mary Swanstrom 763-427-2909.
16 WED 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 Rd intersection, go north to Wagner Way, then turn right and then into mini-mall parking lot on left. We'll bike the LRT, crushed limestone trail to Hopkins Depot Coffee House and on return to the Dunn Bros Coffee House, Eden Prairie. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell at ride 952-334-5382; Co-Leader, Open.
16 WED 4:30 PM B 13 mi. Stretch n Peal. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. Meet the group in the parking lot that is furthest from the bike shop's door. A few extra miles all on bike trails to stretch the legs then finish just in time to ride the 6:00 PM SLP'ing Out ride if you so choose (no rest stop on the actual ride - we will rest in between rides at Erik's) Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com.
16 WED 5:30 PM C 15-20 mi. THE RIDE TO ELM CREEK. Depart from Maple Grove Cycling and Fitness, 8121 Wedgewood Lane (corner of Weaver Lake Rd and Elm Creek Blvd, near Cub Foods; take I-94 west to Weaver Lake Road exit). This will be a mapless ride, following the roads and trails of Maple Grove out to the Elm Creek Park preserve and back. The first few rides in April may wrap up after dark, so bring a light with you, just in case. We'll be departing from the parking lot in front of Maple Grove Cycling and Fitness. Paul "Thunder" Huntington, 651-343-7447, paul.huntington-at-audatex-dot-com; Pete "The Hammer" Hall, 612 889-1361; Craig "Bookman" Larson, 763-424-4223, clarson65-at-hotmail-dot-com.
16 WED 6:00 PM B/C 15-25 mi. DINNER FOR SURE!. Depart from 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 WentBiking-at-Comcast-dot-net
16 WED 6:00 PM B 18-25 mi. SLP'ING OUT. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. Meet the group in the parking lot that is furthest from the bike shop's door. We'll ride mostly on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the west metro area. There will be a different map for each ride for those that want to go faster, but those that want to ride a B pace (about 14 MPH) along with me will be able to ride together in a group. Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-mrbikey-dot-com.
16 WED 6:00 PM A/B 25-35 mi. Washington County (Oakdale/Lake Elmo/Stillwater). Depart from Menards Parking Lot in Oakdale located at HWY 5 & Hadley Avenues. Just west of Interstate HWY 694 at HWY 5 Exit. Ride the quiet back roads of Oakdale, Lake Elmo, Lake Jane, & south Stillwater township. Leader will be riding at "B" pace. Diane Ziemer, cell phone 612-247-4835, email Diane.Ziemer-at-comcast-dot-net co-leader open
16 WED 6:00 PM A/B 25-30 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 (maryderks-at-yahoo-dot-com) 651-335-6505.
17 THU 10:00 AM B/C 32 mi. LITTLE CANADA AND POINTS NORTH. Depart from Press Gym in The Market Place Center, 2900 Rice Street. 1/2 mile north of County Road C. We will pass by Lakes Gervais and Vadnais and loop around White Bear Lake. Maps and detailed cue sheets will be available for faster or slower riders. The leader will ride at the back of those averaging 12 MPH. Don Hopkins, 651-628-9713, Cell: 651-216-8690, dchopkin-at-aol-dot-com.
17 THU 10:30 AM A/B 25 or 35 mi. Miles from Maplewood. Depart from Maplewood Community Center, 2100 White Bear Ave, 55109, 1 mile south of hiway 36 on White Bear Ave, park in middle of lot. Ride the ever popular evening ride during the day, but note the start location, different from the evening ride, this ride does some of the gateway, then off to Stillwater, Lake Elmo, and Oakdale Garry Glubka, gglubby-at-comcast-dot-net, 651-303-2207
17 THU 1:00 PM C 20/25 mi. NORTHEAST MEANDER. Depart from Webster School parking lot, Adams St NE & Spring St NE, (Mpls). We'll have a leisurely social ride with lunch stop at end. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; John Avoles, 651-437-3974; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell At Ride, 952-334-5382.
17 THU 4:30 PM B 13 mi. Stretch n Peal. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. Meet the group in the parking lot that is furthest from the bike shop's door. A few extra miles all on bike trails to stretch the legs then finish just in time to ride the 6:00 PM SLP'ing Out ride if you so choose (no rest stop on the actual ride - we will rest in between rides at Erik's) Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com.
17 THU 6:00 PM B 20-25 mi. SLP'ing Out. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. Meet the group in the parking lot that is furthest from the bike shop's door. We'll ride mostly on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the west metro area. There will be a different map for each ride for those that want to go faster, but those that want to ride a B pace (about 14 MPH) along with me will be able to ride together in a group. Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com
18 FRI 10:00 AM A/B 29/47/63 mi MMVIII METRIC. Depart from south end of Sucker Lake (parking lot off of County F). On to Marine on the St. Croix for a nice sandwich. A 29 or 47 mi option available. Directions: From 694, exit to Rice St. North on Rice to CR F. Right on CR F approx. 1/2 mi. to park entrance (on left). There is a satellite restroom - no water. Jack Uttermark, Cell: 612-670-5902, jumark-at-earthlink-dot-net.
18 FRI 10:30 AM C 10-25 mi. NOKOMIS OUT AND BACK. Depart from Lake Nokomis Community Center "Over Flow" parking lot, 2401 East Minnehaha Pky. Mpls. We will bike city trails and streets in conformity with weather conditions with a lunch stop en route or after ride. June Johnson, 612-869-1710; Clareyese Nelson, 612-623-3009, Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at ride, 952-334-5382.
18 FRI 3:00 PM A/B 43 mi. Fridays to the Lake. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 8006 Minnetonka Blvd, St Louis Park. Corner of Texas Ave. S. and Minnetonka Blvd. Head west to Lake Independence on a great, rolling hill, ride thru the western suburbs. Rest stop at the Retro in Loretto. Shortcut options available. George Hagemann, gphagemann-at-mac-dot-com, 612-251-4400 (work/cell).
18 FRI 6:00 PM A/B 25-30 mi. Pizza Pedal. Depart from Mahtomedi High School on Hwy 12. Take Hwy 36 east past I-694, north on Hilton Trail, east on Hwy 12. Restrooms may not be available at the ride start. Pedal along the scenic low-traffic roads of Washington County. Dinner afterwards at Donatelli's for pizza or other Italian items. Mary Derks, maryderks-at-yahoo-dot-com, 651-335-6505.
18 FRI 6:00 PM N 20-25 miles Starlight at Sunrise returns. Depart from Sunrise Cyclery, 901 West Lake St., MPLS (SW corner of Lake and Bryant). A nice leisurely ride on trails and bike lanes with a soup or coffee stop along the way. Pete Hall (612-889-1361), Jeff Ramberg (612-462-4747) and others.
19 SAT 7:00 AM A 75 mi. Dunn Early - Wisconsin. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee, East Lake Street and West River Road Minneapolis. Route heads out to Stillwater via the Gateway trail then into Wisconsin for some good rolling hills and down to Hudson where we have our first rest stop. Heading across the River from Husdson we head back down to Woodbury then to St Paul and back to Dunn Brothers. Extreme Winter weather conditions (better not happen this weekend) will only shorten/change the route but not cancel. "A" Riders that ride as a group may depart from scheduled route for additional miles and or hills. A/B riders welcome as map will be available for this route. Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058 Rhuskamp-at-juno-dot-com.
19 SAT 8:00 AM C 23/31 mi. BIKE TO BREAKFAST: 4 TRAILS BY 4 LAKES. Depart from Centennial Church. 1524 West County Road C2, Roseville. corner of C2 and Snelling. The ride will feature 4 named trails and 4 lakes. Trails: Reservoir Woods, Trout Brook, Gateway and Bruce Vento. Lakes: McCarrons, Phalen, Gervais and Bennett. The one big hill goes down. We will stop for refreshment at the Corner Coffee House in Little Canada. An optional loop from the starting point goes around Lakes Langton, Johanna, and Josephine. Don Hopkins, 651-628-9713, Cell: 651-216-8690, dchopkin-at-aol-dot-com.
19 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 McDonalds). This ride features a variety of routes, each guaranteed 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-at-comcast-dot-net.
19 SAT 10:00 AM A/B 45/90 mi. MORNING GLORY BAKERY. Depart from the parking lot in Mendota on the north side of Sibley Highway, west of Sibley House and east and downhill from St. Peter's Church by Mendota Bridge. (Mapquest url available from ride leader.). Park in lot or on the street. No restrooms at start of ride. Ride to Morning Glory Bakery in Rosemount and return through IGH/SSP/WSP. Long option to Northfield. Steve Scholl, 651-699-1203, 651-341-0597, srs428 -at-msn-dot-com.
19 SAT 10:00 AM A/B 60-70 mi. KNAPPING IN GLEN HILLS. Depart from Baldwin WI (Exit 19 on I-94) Park & Ride. The main route is through rolling terrain with choices along the route to attack or avoid some of the bigger hills. Routes will rejoin. Riders should be ready to travel 20-30 miles between rest stops on these beautiful rural roads. Scott Larson, 612-730-8371.
19 SAT 10:30 AM B 52 mi. ALUMINUM MAN ON EAST SIDE. Depart from White Bear Beach. White Bear Lake. We roll out to Scandia with a rest stop at the Scandia Store for fuel and water. This ride features rolling countryside with a climb out of the St. Croix Valley on Nason Hill Rd. A good warmup for the IRONMAN. White Bear Beach is located approx. 1/2 mile east of Hwy 61 on CR 96. Cell at Ride: 612-670-5902. Jack Uttermark, jumark-at-earthlink-dot-net.
19 SAT 11:00 AM B 50 mi. Only One Week Left Until Ironman!. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. Meet the group in the parking lot that is furthest from the bike shop's door. Last chance weekend to ride before Ironman on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the metro area. Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com.
19 SAT 11:00 AM B 25 mi. Sonny Side Up. Depart from Sonny's Crema Cafe at 3401 Lyndale Avenue South. Stay for brunch on the piazza after the ride. Great food! Jim Joy 612-827-6995, jim.joy-at-earthlink-dot-net.
19 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.
20 SUN 7:00 AM A 58-65 mi. Dunn Early - Mtka. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee East Lake St and West River Road Minneapolis. Ride out the Greenway to Hopkins then Wayzata, Mtka, Excelsior back to Hopkins. Rolling Hills are abundant, but none too scary. "A" Riders that ride as a group may depart from scheduled route for extra mileage and/or hills. Map is available, so A/B riders welcome. Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058, rhuskamp-at-juno-dot-com.
20 SUN 7:00 AM A/B 28/33 mi. Sunday Morning Edition: Tears, Gears & Fears. Depart from Starbucks at Cleveland & Ford Parkway. (2078 Ford Parkway). All the hills and thrills of the St Paul/Mendota/WSP hill ride and be home by 10 AM. If you drive to the Starbucks, park anywhere in the Starbucks/Barnes & Noble lot, and meet by the employee parking at the south side of the parking lot, near the rear of the Starbucks. Starbucks opens at 5 AM. Steve Scholl 651.199.1203 651.341.0597 srs428-at-msn-dot-com.
20 SUN 10:00 AM A/B 65 mi. TIN 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 on the roads will cancel the ride. An excellent training ride for the April 27th Minnesota IRONMAN. Eric Feld, 612-743-4097.
20 SUN 10:00 AM A/B 36/28 mi AB/B White Bear Lake Loop/Atlas Ride. Depart from Island Lake Park. Shoreview (at SW corner of 694 & Victoria St). A/B & B rides. See article on page 1 of April newsletter. Help TCBC and HI-MN celebrate the publication of the Minnesota Bike Atlas featuring this ride on page 46 of the Atlas. This route is primarily on gently rolling roads and passes by a few lakes en route to, and around, White Bear Lake and Bald Eagle Lake. Charles Breer. 651-699-2029, charles.breer-at-comcast-dot-net. Mary Derks. 651-335-6505, maryderks-at-yahoo-dot-com.
20 SUN 10:00 AM B 75 mi. RANDONNEUR BREVET TRAINING RIDE #2. Depart from the AmericInn/Old Chicago parking lot on the NE corner of Cty 42 and Cedar Ave (Cty 23) in Apple Valley. A little longer ride, pick your pace B ride. Maps will be available at the start. There will be a couple of convenience store/rest stops along the way. You should bring some of your own food/nutrition to consume while you are riding to keep your energy levels high. We’ll still meet at Old Chicago after to compare notes. Rob Welsh, 612-801-4196
20 SUN 10:00 AM C 15/31 mi. 3 SUNDAYS B4 IRON SUNDAY. Depart from Davern & Shepard Rd. St. Paul. This is the road into Crosby Park. stay up on top. Roads & trails, we will be riding the St. Paul Classic routes in preparation (not H) for the 30 miles of MN Ironman April 27. John Avoles, 651-437-3974, Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, cell at ride 952-334-5382.
20 SUN 11:00 AM B 50 mi. Only One Week Left Until Ironman!. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. Meet the group in the parking lot that is furthest from the bike shop's door. Last chance weekend to ride before Ironman on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the metro area. Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com.
20 SUN 1:00 PM A/B 40 mi. Exploring the Heights (Inver Grove and Mendota). Depart from Linwood Rec Center at St Clair and Victoria, in St. Paul. Explore the suburbs south of the river and discover some new scenic roads. Rest stop includes a choice of Caribou or Dunn Brothers coffee shops. Bruce Berry 651-690-2510 bruce2276-at-aol-dot-com.
21 MON 10:00 AM C 20/25 mi. GET TO KNOW HASTINGS - SPRING EDITION. Depart from Vermillion River Park in Hastings (across from Applebees). From Twin Cities, take Hwy 61 south to Hastings. After crossing bridge, continue through Hwy 46 junction, then turn left on 21 St E to park. We'll bike some familiar and new routes with rest stop en route, lunch after ride and traditional visit to Dairy Store for malts. (Complements from Leaders) John Avoles, 651- 437-3974; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell phone at ride; 952-334-5382.
21 MON 10:30 AM A/B 30 mi. Pink Express. Depart from Gold's Gym, 905 E County Rd E, Vadnais Heights. From northbound Hwy 35E, exit County Rd E. Turn left. Gold's Gym is on your right at the end of the strip mall. PARK IN CENTER OF LOT. Note earlier start time. A scenic ride passing Vadnais and Bald Eagle Lakes. Rest stop at Caribou Coffee. Check Ride Alert after 9:30 AM if weather is questionable. Mark Gregory, 651-490-1626, cell at ride 651-442-0639, cyclegregory-at-hotmail-dot-com.
21 MON 4:30 PM B 13 mi. Stretch n Peal. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. Meet the group in the parking lot that is furthest from the bike shop's door. A few extra miles all on bike trails to stretch the legs then finish just in time to ride the 6:00 PM SLP'ing Out ride if you so choose (no rest stop on the actual ride - we will rest in between rides at Erik's) Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com.
21 MON 5:30 PM B 25-30 mi. PENN-cil Me In - After Work!. Depart from PENN Cycle in Blaine; located at 10611 Baltimore St. NE, directly behind the Gander Mountain and Super Target located on Hwy 65 & 105th Ave NE. Recover from your weekend or gently jump start a fresh week! This ride offers changing routes that will take you through several northern suburbs and refresh you after a day at the office. Ride will move to 6:00pm start as we gain more daylight in mid-May. Join us and start your week off on the right pedal! Rick Shoebottom 651.493.7248 or 952.292.5307, Ben Wilson, 763.432.9430.
21 MON 6:00 PM B 22/29 mi. Washington County (Oakdale/Lake Elmo/Stillwater). Depart from Menards Parking Lot in Oakdale Located at HWY 5 & Hadley Avenue. West of Interstate HWY 694 at HWY 5 Exit. Ride the quiet back roads of Oakdale, Lake Jane, Lake Elmo, & south Stillwater township. Diane Ziemer, cell phone 612-247-4835, email Diane.Ziemer-at-comcast-dot-net co-leader open.
21 MON 6:00 PM B 18-25 mi. SLP'ING OUT. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. Meet the group in the parking lot that is furthest from the bike shop's door. We'll ride mostly on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the west metro area. There will be a different map for each ride for those that want to go faster, but those that want to ride a B pace (about 14 MPH) along with me will be able to ride together in a group. Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-mrbikey-dot-com.
21 MON 6:00 PM N 20-25 mi. "GREAT BUNS". Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co. 534 Selby Ave. St. Paul. Here it is a nice laid back mapless winter ride. We will ride on roads and trails,weather will dictate miles and distance. Come early to sample the breads, cookies. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-519-3364 or 651-330-6785 Pete "THE HAMMER "Hall 612-889-1361.
21 MON 6:00 PM A/B 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 Fort Snelling Park. Minnehaha Falls. and part of the River Rd. Jeff Johnson & Patt Seleen 651-552-9131.
22 TUE 10:00 AM B 45 mi. Blaine - Linwood Loop. Depart from New Penn Cycle Location, 10611 Baltimore St NE Blaine, MN 55449. Located just east of Hwy 65 on 107th Ave. behind the Gander Mountain store. Please park on the east side of the lot. A new ride from a new ride leader at a new bike shop. Ride the very flat 44-mile loop beginning at the new Penn Cycle location in Blaine. This route will wind through Bunker Hills park, northern Anoka County and around Coon Lake. If you would like to preview the route go to mapmyride-dot-com and search for Blaine Linwood Loop. Post-ride dining opportunites include Chipotles, Subway, Camilles Sandwiches, Chili's, etc. Bob Moser cell 612-325-7942 email rmoserjr-at-gmail-dot-com.
22 TUE 10:15 AM C 20/25 mi. CRUISE TO BELLA CUCINA. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 16376 Wagner Way. Eden Prairie. From intersection Hwy 5 /Hwy 4 ( Eden Prairie Rd ), go one block north to Wagner Way. then right turn and then left turn into strip mall parking lot. We'll bike paved trails and roads to our en route lunch stop at Bella Cucina, then return. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell at ride 952-334-5382; Co Leader, Open.
22 TUE 11:00 AM A/B 35-45 mi. MINNETONKA MILES. Depart from Minnetonka City Hall, west of 494/Minnetonka Blvd, NW parking lot by ice arena. Five sensational routes to the lake, neighborhoods and beyond. Includes rolling hills with a friendly rest stop. Katie Angle 763-208-3595 (4/1, 4/22), Susan Evan 612-729-1441 (4/8, 4/29), Jim Joy 612-827-6995 (4/15).
22 TUE 4:15 PM A/B 28/33 mi. EARLY EDITION: TEARS, GEARS, FEARS. Depart from 1195 St. Paul Avenue (corner of St Paul Ave & Dorothea). All the tears, gears & fears of the later ride which is not yet scheduled, and early enough to finish before dark. Parking in driveway/street on Dorothea. (Mapquest url available from ride leader) Steve Scholl, 651-699-1203, 651-341-0597, srs428-at-msn-dot-com.
22 TUE 5:45 PM A/B 36/29/24 mi. THE ACAPULCO RIDE. Depart from 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. Ride the rolling backroads of the St. Croix River Valley. Outdoor dining after at Acapulco. Rain may force cancellation of the ride at the leaders discretion. Call ahead if in doubt. Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676
22 TUE 6:00 PM A/B 24/16 mi. BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. Depart from Bunker Hills Activity Center. 550 Bunker Lake Boulevard NW. Andover. MN. A/B B/C 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. Mileage: 4/1: A/B 21, B/C 16; 4/8: 28, 16; 4/15: 28, 21; 4/22: 30, 21; 4/29: 30, 21. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne, 763-862-1411
22 TUE 6:00 PM A/B 20-50 mi. (will vary with daylight) Westy's Leftside. Depart from the Plymouth Station Shopping Center lot located at Highway 55 and County Road 24. The group will gather by the ATM on the north side of the lot. Saluting a Thursday tradition by starting a new one! Varied and challenging routes on the open and rolling roads of northwest Hennepin county, including the cities of Plymouth, Hamel, Medina, Loretto, Maple Plain, Independence and occasionally by Lake Minnetonka. Length will vary depending on available daylight. Steve Sorenson (763-229-9073) steve(at)bikenaked(dot)net
22 TUE 6:00 PM B/C 24/16 mi. BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. Depart from Bunker Hills Activity Center. 550 Bunker Lake Boulevard NW. Andover. MN. A/B B/C 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. Mileage: 4/1: A/B 21, B/C 16; 4/8: 28, 16; 4/15: 28, 21; 4/22: 30, 21; 4/29: 30, 21. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne, 763-862-1411.
23 WED 10:00 AM B 52 mi. THE SCANDIA ZEPHYR. Depart from Tamarack Nature Center in White Bear Township. This bicycle train leaves the Tamarack Nature Center Station and rolls up to Scandia for a fuel and water stop. We return along scenic N. Wash. county country roads. To reach Tamarack Nature Center : From 35E north, exit 117 (CR 96). Right (east) on CR 96 for approx. .8 mi. Left (north) on Otter Lake Road approx 1.6 mi. Please park on southeast end of parking lot. Bathrooms & water avail. All Aboard! Cell: 612-670-5902. Jack Uttermark, jumark-at-earthlink-dot-net.
23 WED 10:00 AM B/C 20-25 mi. CHAMPLIN MIDMORNING RAMBLE. Depart from Trailhead Cycling and Fitness, 11351 Aquila Dr (114th and US 169, Champlin. MN (763-712-0312). Park on the north side of the cycle shop. This ride uses paved trails and low-traffic streets along the Mississippi River, Coon Rapids Dam, and Elm Creek Park Preserve. Mid-ride break and lunch possibilities after ride. Phillip Lawson 612-554-1340, Burway and Mary Swanstrom 763-427-2909.
23 WED 10:15 AM C 29 mi. LAKE CALHOUN, HARRIET, AND NOKOMIS. Depart from Hopkins Depot Coffee House lot at Excelsior Blvd. one block east of Hwy 169. We will bike paved trails along Minnehaha Creek to Lake Nokomis. Our lunch stop en route is at Nokomis Coffee Shop. Ambassador: Duane and Diana Kasper, 952-448-1608; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at Ride, 952-334-5382.
23 WED 4:30 PM B 13 mi. Stretch n Peal. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. Meet the group in the parking lot that is furthest from the bike shop's door. A few extra miles all on bike trails to stretch the legs then finish just in time to ride the 6:00 PM SLP'ing Out ride if you so choose (no rest stop on the actual ride - we will rest in between rides at Erik's) Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com.
23 WED 5:30 PM C 15-20 mi. THE RIDE TO ELM CREEK. Depart from Maple Grove Cycling and Fitness, 8121 Wedgewood Lane (corner of Weaver Lake Rd and Elm Creek Blvd, near Cub Foods; take I-94 west to Weaver Lake Road exit). This will be a mapless ride, following the roads and trails of Maple Grove out to the Elm Creek Park preserve and back. The first few rides in April may wrap up after dark, so bring a light with you, just in case. We'll be departing from the parking lot in front of Maple Grove Cycling and Fitness. Paul "Thunder" Huntington, 651-343-7447, paul.huntington-at-audatex-dot-com; Pete "The Hammer" Hall, 612 889-1361; Craig "Bookman" Larson, 763-424-4223, clarson65-at-hotmail-dot-com.
23 WED 6:00 PM B/C 15-25 mi. SEASON OPENER. Depart from Departing from Woodlake Lutheran Church. 76th and Oliver in Richfield. We’ll check on the construction progress at the future site of the new Twins Stadium. Optimistic riders might want to bring their baseball mitts. David Gepner, 612-861-1703, WentBiking-at-Comcast-dot-net.
23 WED 6:00 PM A/B 25-30 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, maryderks-at-yahoo-dot-com.
23 WED 6:00 PM B 18-25 mi. SLP'ING OUT. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. Meet the group in the parking lot that is furthest from the bike shop's door. We'll ride mostly on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the west metro area. There will be a different map for each ride for those that want to go faster, but those that want to ride a B pace (about 14 MPH) along with me will be able to ride together in a group. Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-mrbikey-dot-com.
24 THU 10:30 AM A/B 25 or 35 mi. Miles from Maplewood. Depart from Maplewood Community Center, 2100 White Bear Ave, 55109, 1 mile south of hiway 36 on White Bear Ave, park in middle of lot. Ride the ever popular evening ride during the day, but note the start location, different from the evening ride, this ride does some of the gateway, then off to Stillwater, Lake Elmo, and Oakdale Garry Glubka, gglubby-at-comcast-dot-net, 651-303-2207
24 THU 11:00 AM C 20 mi. SOUP’S ON! (MAPLESS).. Depart from Minnehaha Falls Train Depot west of falls on Minnehaha Ave. We'll follow a mapless route through St. Paul to Har Mar Mall in Roseville. with a stop for soup (or sandwiches) at Eddington's. Return trip follows much of the St. Paul Classic route. Nancy Welsh, 952-456-9260; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell At Ride, 952-334-5352.
24 THU 4:30 PM B 13 mi. Stretch n Peal. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. Meet the group in the parking lot that is furthest from the bike shop's door. A few extra miles all on bike trails to stretch the legs then finish just in time to ride the 6:00 PM SLP'ing Out ride if you so choose (no rest stop on the actual ride - we will rest in between rides at Erik's) Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com.
24 THU 6:00 PM B 20-25 mi. SLP'ing Out. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. Meet the group in the parking lot that is furthest from the bike shop's door. We'll ride mostly on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the west metro area. There will be a different map for each ride for those that want to go faster, but those that want to ride a B pace (about 14 MPH) along with me will be able to ride together in a group. Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com
25 FRI 10:00 AM A/B 29/47/63 mi MMVIII METRIC. Depart from south end of Sucker Lake (parking lot off of County F). On to Marine on the St. Croix for a nice sandwich. A 29 or 47 mi option available. Directions: From 694, exit to Rice St. North on Rice to CR F. Right on CR F approx. 1/2 mi. to park entrance (on left). There is a satellite restroom - no water. Jack Uttermark, Cell: 612-670-5902, jumark-at-earthlink-dot-net.
25 FRI 10:30 AM C 20/25 mi. MINNEHAHA FALLS - OUT AND BACK. Depart from Minnehaha Falls parking lot (north of pavilion). Park free on the streets or pay to park in lot. Ride takes us down Summit Avenue to Harriet Island and return via Lilydale, Great River Trail and Mendota Bridge. This a Pack-Your-Lunch Ride. June Johnson, 612-869-1710; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at ride, 952-334-5382.
25 FRI 1:00 PM A/B 30-35 mi. OUT & ABOUT. Depart from From the picnic area, just north of the parking lot, near the Lake Harriet Bandshell. Play hooky from work and get a jump start on your weekend riding. Susan Evan, 612-729-1441, bikersusan-at-hotmail-dot-com.
25 FRI 6:00 PM N 20-25 miles Starlight at Sunrise returns. Depart from Sunrise Cyclery, 901 West Lake St., MPLS (SW corner of Lake and Bryant). A nice leisurely ride on trails and bike lanes with a soup or coffee stop along the way. Pete Hall (612-889-1361), Jeff Ramberg (612-462-4747) and others.
26 SAT 6:30 AM A 40-45 mi. Fast Forty - Mapless Group. Depart from Dunn Brothers East Lake St and West River Road, Minneapolis. Quick group ride at an "A" pace through St. Paul Parkways and Downtown Minneapolis. No rest stops scheduled. Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058 rhuskamp-at-juno-dot-com.
26 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 McDonalds). This ride features a variety of routes, each guaranteed 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-at-comcast-dot-net.
26 SAT 8:00 AM C 22/30 mi. BIKE TO BREAKFAST: NORTH BY NORTH OAKS. Depart from Centennial Church. 1524 West County Road C2, Roseville. corner of C2 and Snelling. The destination is Taste of Scandinavia in North Oaks. Along the way, view the watershed and lakes that provide St. Paul 's water. There are a few hills and a 3/4 mile stretch of crushed limestone trail. An optional loop from the starting point goes around Lakes Langton, Johanna, and Josephine. Don Hopkins, 651-628-9713, Cell: 651-216-8690, dchopkin-at-aol-dot-com.
26 SAT 9:30 AM A/B 26/40/50/80 mi. WI HILLS RIVER FALLS. Depart from Hoffman Park on the eastern edge of River Falls, WI. Take I-94 east into WI; after Hudson take WI 35 south. Exit at County M, then go right 1/4 mile to Hoffman Park. A scenic, moderately hilly ride south to Diamond Bluff with a return via the beautiful Trimbelle River valley and a rest stop at the Gaslight Bar. The 80-mile route adds a 30-mile loop north of River Falls after the return to Hoffman Park. Tony Wanschura, 651-224-8360, ajwanschura-at-gmail-dot-com
26 SAT 11:00 AM B 25 mi. Sonny Side Up. Depart from Sonny's Crema Cafe at 3401 Lyndale Avenue South. Stay for brunch on the piazza after the ride. Great food! Jim Joy 612-827-6995, jim.joy-at-earthlink-dot-net
26 SAT 1:00 PM B 22/29 mi Washington County (Oakdale/Lake Elmo/Stillwater). Depart from Menards Parking Lot in Oakdale Located at HWY 5 & Hadley Avenue. West of Interstate HWY 694 at HWY 5 Exit. Ride the quiet back roads of Oakdale, Lake Jane, Lake Elmo, & south Stillwater township. Diane Ziemer - Cell 612-247-4835 or email Diane.Ziemer-at-Comcast-dot-net.
26 SAT 4:30 PM B 25/31 mi. Last Chance Before Ironman (St Louis Park). Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. Meet the group in the parking lot that is furthest from the bike shop's door. Last chance to get a few more miles before Minnesota Ironman Bike Ride scheduled for tomorrow! We'll ride mostly on paved bicycling trails and painted bicycle lanes in downtown Minneapolis Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com.
27 SUN 30, 62, 100 mi. 42nd ANNUAL MINNESOTA IRONMAN RIDE. Depart from Lakeville. Non-TCBC, but TCBC mileage credit given. See separate info in previous issue on registering and volunteering or check www.IronmanBikeRide.org.
28 MON 10:00 AM B/C 32 mi. LITTLE CANADA AND POINTS SOUTH. Depart from Press Gym in The Market Place Center, 2900 Rice St. 1/2 mile north of County Rd. C. We will ride from Little Canada as far south as the Mississippi River at St. Paul passing Lakes Bennett, McCarrons, Phalen and Gervais on the way. Maps and detailed cue sheets will be available for faster or slower riders. The leader will average 12 MPH, but not on the climb on Warner Rd. up out of the river valley onto the bluffs. Don Hopkins, 651-628-9713, Cell: 651-216-8690, dchopkin-at-aol-dot-com.
28 MON 10:30 AM C 15/25 mi. AXEL'S OUT AND BACK. Depart from Axel's parking lot (across street from restaurant) at 1315 Hwy S 13 in downtown Mendota. We'll bike select paved trails and bike friendly roads and have optional lunch at Axel's after ride. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell at ride 952-334-5382; Co Leader, Open.
28 MON 11:00 AM A/B 30 mi. Pink Express. Depart from Gold's Gym, 905 E Co Rd E, Vadnais Heights. From northbound Hwy 35E, exit County Rd E. Turn left. Gold's Gym is on your right at the end of the strip mall. PARK IN CENTER OF LOT. Join us for an Ironman recovery ride passing Vadnais and Bald Eagle Lakes. Rest stop at Caribou Coffee. Check Ride Alert after 9:45 AM if weather is questionable. Mark Gregory, 651-490-1626, cell at ride 651-442-0639, cyclegregory-at-hotmail-dot-com.
28 MON 4:30 PM B 13 mi. Stretch n Peal. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. Meet the group in the parking lot that is furthest from the bike shop's door. A few extra miles all on bike trails to stretch the legs then finish just in time to ride the 6:00 PM SLP'ing Out ride if you so choose (no rest stop on the actual ride - we will rest in between rides at Erik's) Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com.
28 MON 5:30 PM B 25-30 mi. PENN-cil Me In - After Work!. Depart from PENN Cycle in Blaine; located at 10611 Baltimore St. NE, directly behind the Gander Mountain and Super Target located on Hwy 65 & 105th Ave NE. Recover from your weekend or gently jump start a fresh week! This ride offers changing routes that will take you through several northern suburbs and refresh you after a day at the office. Ride will move to 6:00pm start as we gain more daylight in mid-May. Join us and start your week off on the right pedal! Rick Shoebottom 651.493.7248 or 952.292.5307, Ben Wilson, 763.432.9430.
28 MON 6:00 PM B 18-25 mi. SLP'ING OUT. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. Meet the group in the parking lot that is furthest from the bike shop's door. We'll ride mostly on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the west metro area. There will be a different map for each ride for those that want to go faster, but those that want to ride a B pace (about 14 MPH) along with me will be able to ride together in a group. Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-mrbikey-dot-com.
28 MON 6:00 PM N 20-25 mi. "GREAT BUNS". Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co. 534 Selby Ave. St. Paul. Here it is a nice laid back mapless winter ride. We will ride on roads and trails,weather will dictate miles and distance. Come early to sample the breads, cookies. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-519-3364 or 651-330-6785 Pete "THE HAMMER "Hall 612-889-1361.
28 MON 6:00 PM A/B 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 Fort Snelling Park. Minnehaha Falls. and part of the River Rd. Jeff Johnson & Patt Seleen 651-552-9131.
29 TUE 9:30 AM C 15/20 mi. BREAKFAST AT LUNDS, MINNETONKA (11400 HW 7. Depart from Hopkins Depot Coffee House lot at Excelsior Blvd. one block east of Hwy 169. We'll have breakfast at Lunds, Minnetonka and plug in some added miles on LRT (packed limestone) after breakfast, but breakfast prevails. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell at ride 952-334-5382; Co Leader, Open.
29 TUE 10:30 AM B 32 or 45 mi. Blaine - Linwood Loop. Depart from New Penn Cycle Location, 10611 Baltimore St NE Blaine, MN 55449. Located just east of Hwy 65 on 107th Ave. behind the Gander Mountain store. Please park on the east side of the lot. A new ride from a new ride leader at a new bike shop. Ride the very flat 32 or 45-mile loop beginning at the new Penn Cycle location in Blaine. This route will wind through Bunker Hills park, northern Anoka County and around Coon Lake. If you would like to preview the route go to mapmyride-dot-com and search for Blaine Linwood Loop. Post-ride dining opportunites include Chipotles, Subway, Camilles Sandwiches, Chili's, etc. Bob Moser cell 612-325-7942 email rmoserjr-at-gmail-dot-com.
29 TUE 11:00 AM A/B 35-45 mi. MINNETONKA MILES. Depart from Minnetonka City Hall, west of 494/Minnetonka Blvd, NW parking lot by ice arena. Five sensational routes to the lake, neighborhoods and beyond. Includes rolling hills with a friendly rest stop. Katie Angle 763-208-3595 (4/1, 4/22), Susan Evan 612-729-1441 (4/8, 4/29), Jim Joy 612-827-6995 (4/15).
29 TUE 4:15 PM A/B 28/33 mi. EARLY EDITION: TEARS, GEARS, FEARS. Depart from 1195 St. Paul Avenue (corner of St Paul Ave & Dorothea). All the tears, gears & fears of the later ride which is not yet scheduled, and early enough to finish before dark. Parking in driveway/street on Dorothea. (Mapquest url available from ride leader) Steve Scholl, 651-699-1203, 651-341-0597, srs428-at-msn-dot-com.
29 TUE 5:45 PM A/B 36/29/24 mi. THE ACAPULCO RIDE. Depart from 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. Ride the rolling backroads of the St. Croix River Valley. Outdoor dining after at Acapulco. Rain may force cancellation of the ride at the leaders discretion. Call ahead if in doubt. Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676
29 TUE 6:00 PM A/B 24/16 mi. BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. Depart from Bunker Hills Activity Center. 550 Bunker Lake Boulevard NW. Andover. MN. A/B B/C 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. Mileage: 4/1: A/B 21, B/C 16; 4/8: 28, 16; 4/15: 28, 21; 4/22: 30, 21; 4/29: 30, 21. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne, 763-862-1411
29 TUE 6:00 PM A/B 20-50 mi. (will vary with daylight) Westy's Leftside. Depart from the Plymouth Station Shopping Center lot located at Highway 55 and County Road 24. The group will gather by the ATM on the north side of the lot. Saluting a Thursday tradition by starting a new one! Varied and challenging routes on the open and rolling roads of northwest Hennepin county, including the cities of Plymouth, Hamel, Medina, Loretto, Maple Plain, Independence and occasionally by Lake Minnetonka. Length will vary depending on available daylight. Steve Sorenson (763-229-9073) steve(at)bikenaked(dot)net
29 TUE 6:00 PM A/B 33 mi. Gears, Tears & Fears. Depart from Temple of Aaron, 616 Mississippi River Blvd South. Come climb every notable hill in St. Paul. We'll climb the High Bridge, Ramsey Hill and various others in this summer classic. You don't want to miss out. Tom Lenzmeier, 651-734-5340, tlenzmeier-at-gmail-dot-com.
29 TUE 6:00 PM B/C 24/16 mi. BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. Depart from Bunker Hills Activity Center. 550 Bunker Lake Boulevard NW. Andover. MN. A/B B/C 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. Mileage: 4/1: A/B 21, B/C 16; 4/8: 28, 16; 4/15: 28, 21; 4/22: 30, 21; 4/29: 30, 21. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne, 763-862-1411.
30 WED 10:00 AM B 29 mi. ELEKTRA ZEN.. Depart from Now Bikes & Fitness, 3673 Lexington Ave North, Arden Hills 55126. From I-694 east, exit Lexington Ave. Turn right. Go 2 blocks. Turn right towards Caribou Coffee. Now Bikes is a few doors down. Restrooms at Cub Foods. Need to get fit? Find your inner self and develop your strength on this peaceful, scenic ride passing 3 lakes. Elektra will ride 14 mph average. Faster riders are welcome to ride ahead. Rest stop at Caribou Coffee. Post ride food options: Davanni's (pizza & hot hoagies), Subway (sandwiches), China Wok (I wonder what they serve), Cub Foods, more Caribou Coffee. Rain, snow or ice cancel the ride. Call leader if unsure. Marina Lim 651-808-5473, mar ina_lim-at-hotmail-dot-com.
30 WED 10:00 AM B/C 20-25 mi. CHAMPLIN MIDMORNING RAMBLE. Depart from Trailhead Cycling and Fitness, 11351 Aquila Dr (114th and US 169, Champlin. MN (763-712-0312). Park on the north side of the cycle shop. This ride uses paved trails and low-traffic streets along the Mississippi River, Coon Rapids Dam, and Elm Creek Park Preserve. Mid-ride break and lunch possibilities after ride. Phillip Lawson 612-554-1340, Burway and Mary Swanstrom 763-427-2909.
30 WED 10:15 AM C 10-25 mi. TARGET/CUB OUT & BACK. Depart from Target/Cub parking lot east of Hiawatha Ave on Lake Street. We'll bike a select paved trail and lunch en route. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell at ride 952-334-5382; Co Leader, Open.
30 WED 4:30 PM B 13 mi. Stretch n Peal. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. Meet the group in the parking lot that is furthest from the bike shop's door. A few extra miles all on bike trails to stretch the legs then finish just in time to ride the 6:00 PM SLP'ing Out ride if you so choose (no rest stop on the actual ride - we will rest in between rides at Erik's) Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com.
30 WED 5:30 PM C 15-20 mi. THE RIDE TO ELM CREEK. Depart from Maple Grove Cycling and Fitness, 8121 Wedgewood Lane (corner of Weaver Lake Rd and Elm Creek Blvd, near Cub Foods; take I-94 west to Weaver Lake Road exit). This will be a mapless ride, following the roads and trails of Maple Grove out to the Elm Creek Park preserve and back. The first few rides in April may wrap up after dark, so bring a light with you, just in case. We'll be departing from the parking lot in front of Maple Grove Cycling and Fitness. Paul "Thunder" Huntington, 651-343-7447, paul.huntington-at-audatex-dot-com; Pete "The Hammer" Hall, 612 889-1361; Craig "Bookman" Larson, 763-424-4223, clarson65-at-hotmail-dot-com.
30 WED 6:00 PM B/C 15-25 mi. RIDING FROM RICHFIELD. Depart from Woodlake Lutheran Church. 76th and Oliver Ave in Richfield. Enjoy the variety as you experience a new and different route each week. David Gepner, 612-861-1703, WentBiking-at-Comcast-dot-net
30 WED 6:00 PM B/C 20-25 mi. CRUISING COON RAPIDS. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop in Coon Rapids. next to Lifetime Fitness, Hanson and US Hwy 10. This ride is on paved trails and low-traffic streets around Coon Rapids Dam and Mississippi River. There will be a midpoint break, bring your own treats, after ride socializing or eating options available. Phillip Lawson, 612-554-1340.
30 WED 6:00 PM B 18-25 mi. SLP'ING OUT. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. Meet the group in the parking lot that is furthest from the bike shop's door. We'll ride mostly on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the west metro area. There will be a different map for each ride for those that want to go faster, but those that want to ride a B pace (about 14 MPH) along with me will be able to ride together in a group. Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-mrbikey-dot-com.
30 WED 6:00 PM B 25-30 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 (maryderks-at-yahoo-dot-com, 651-335-6505)
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