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APRIL 20101 THU 10:00 AM B/C 32 mi. LITTLE CANADA: WHITE BEAR. Depart from The Taste of Scandinavia, 2900 Rice Street, 1/2 mile north of County Road C. The route passes by lakes Gervais and Vadnais and loops around White Bear Lake. The leader will stop for a Starbuck's coffee at Kowalski's. Don Hopkins, . 1 THU 11:00 AM A/B 25-40 mi. City Explorer. Depart from parking lot at Lake Harriet bandshell. Park free on the street or ride to the ride. Ride around Medicine Lake, Eden Prairie or Wirth Parkway, depending on weather. Includes a rest stop. Katie Angle . 1 THU 6:00 PM Night-B 20-25 mi. Spring has sprung. Depart from Northeast corner of Cub Foods lot, Silver Lake Shopping Center (rebuilt Apache), 2 blocks north of 37th Ave NE (Cty Rd D) on Silver Lake Road. 3930 Silver Lake Rd St Anthony, MN 55421. Tighten the cleats. Remember your helmet. Fasten the quick releases. Spring is here and its time to remember having your feet off the ground. These are warm up rides. May hit some trails. Different routes and terrains to get us through April Fools. Crossbike recommended. Front and rear lights required. Dan Miller , Mary Miller . 2 FRI 8:30 AM A/B 55-60 mi. Good Friday - Great Friday. Depart from Dunn Bros Coffee East Lake Street and West River Road Minneapolis. An adventure around the metro and beyond using trails and lower traveled roads. Map is available. Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058. 2 FRI 10:30 AM C 20-25 miles Friday on the Bike featuring Trails & Lakes. Depart from Lake Nokomis Community Center "OVERFLOW" Parking Lot 2401 East Minnehaha Parkway, Mpls. Time to pump up the tires and start rolling. We will be riding on streets and trails. If it raining, snowing, the trails/streets are snow or ice covered or the temperature is below 35 degrees, ride will be cancelled. There will be a "light" refreshment stop - bring snacks and water. June Johnson . 2 FRI 3:30 PM A/B 40 or so Just Plain Friday. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 8006 Minnetonka Blvd., St Louis Park NW corner of Texas Ave and Minnetonka Blvd. Head west towards Maple Plain on a rolling road ride thru the western suburbs. Some new routes and some old familiar. Depending on who shows up, the pace can get a little quick, but all self-sufficient riders welcome! Short cuts available. Its a fair weather ride during April, call if in doubt. George Hagemann, . Jon Koser, 4/23, . 2 FRI 6:00 PM Night-B 15-25 mi. Urban Funk. Depart from Sunrise Cyclery 901 West Lake St. (SW corner of Lake & Bryant), MPLS. An urban mapless ride on bike lanes and paved trails in the heart of the Twin Cities. We will stay together and pause for coffee, soup or ice cream. Please bring your lights. Weather conditions may cancel the ride. Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall ; Paul"Thunder" Huntington ; Ed "Avoid Streets" Hassler . 3 SAT 7:30 AM A 50-70+ mi. Dunn Early - Mapless Group. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee East Lake Street and West River Road. This ride consists of "A" riders who are familiar with riding in a group at a strong "A" pace. We will ride longer distances that may include some good hills and we will not be afraid to challenge ourselves accordingly. New Riders are welcome to join us. If you would like to join us and have questions about riding in an "A" pace group, please feel free to contact the ride leader. We are a friendly bunch!!! Randall Huskamp . 3 SAT 8:00 AM A/B 30-45 mi. Spring Warmer. Depart from SW corner of Como Park Pavilion parking lot, just off Lexington Avenue. Now that spring is here, get a jump on your miles and get in some good training for your summer riding, Ironman or just on the day. Come on out and enjoy some riding around familiar lakes with a few hills tossed in for good measure. Weather will dictate route and distance. Richard Franco, . 3 SAT 8:00 AM C 22/32 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 stop for breakfast at Keys Cafe in the historic Foshay Tower. Return will be on the Minneapolis Diagonal Trail. An optional loop from the starting point up through Mounds View and past lakes Valentine and Johanna completes the 32-mile ride. Don Hopkins . 3 SAT 9:30 AM A/B 52 or 82 mi. DIAMOND BLUFF EXPRESS. 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 and go right 1/4 mile to Hoffman Park. Little-traveled rural roads with a few challenging hills. Ride to Diamond Bluff and return along the scenic Trimbelle River. Watch for details on TCBC "Rides and Trips" message board during week before ride. If weather threatens, check “Ride Cancel Delay" message board at 7:00 AM or contact ride leader before 7:45 AM on morning of ride. A canceled Saturday ride will be rescheduled (via the message board) for the next day whenever feasible. Various leaders. Ride coordinator is Tony Wanschura, ajwanschura-at-gmail-dot-com, 651-224-8360. 3 SAT 9:30 AM C 22-25 mi. Springtime on the Gateway. Depart from Rear parking lot of Burger King at the corner of Highway 120/36/Century Avenue. Enjoy a Saturday morning spring ride with your biking buddies on the beautiful serene Gateway Trail. Enjoy the crisp mornings of spring time to spring your biking muscles back into shape before the rigors of summer riding kick in. See ya' there. If there is ice on the trail, the ride will cancel. Check message board and/or call ride leader if in doubt. Kevin DePratter, cell: 715-554-0072, kevin.depratter-at-yahoo-dot-com, Cindy DePratter, cell: 715-554-0072, rocky07-at-att-dot-net. 3 SAT 2:00 PM A/B 36 mi. Vermillion Cotillion. Depart from Lebanon Hills Regional Park Visitors Center. The entrance is at the Intersection of Cliff Rd and N. Hay Lake Rd on the southern edge of Eagan. Come dance across the Dakota plains. Plenty of room for swing outs and flips on the paved rural roads and gentle hills. Refreshments at Vermillion. Stan Mickelsen 651-283-3310. 3 SAT 2:30 PM B 25-38 mi. Sleep In Ride Later. Depart from County Cycles 2700 Lexington Avenue N. Roseville MN 55113. Want to avoid having to choose between doing a TCBC ride and sleeping in Saturday? No problem! Join us for a mid-afternoon ride. Loren Lovhaug ride-at-lovhaug-dot-com. 4 SUN 7:00 AM A/B 30-40 mi. Wake up the Easter Bunny. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee East Lake Street and West River Road. Ride early morning and be back before the bunny wakes up. A map will be available for this ride. Mostly on Urban streets and trails in and around the metro area. NO rest stopped planned for this ride as it is Easter Morning and many have plans and need to be back. It is possible that most places may be closed so plan accordingly. Randall Huskamp . 4 SUN 12:30 PM A/B 30/44 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. An excellent training ride for the April 25th Minnesota IRONMAN. Ice on the roads will cancel the ride. Eric Feld, 612-743-4097. 4 SUN 3:00 PM B 28 mi. Wascally Wabbit. Depart from Lake Phalen Beach House parking lot on the southwest side of Lake Phalen in St. Paul. That's just north of Wheelock Parkway on Phalen Drive. Outdoor toilet there, but no water. An urban ride on parkways and streets. Dramatic views of both downtown skylines and, possibly, colored eggs. Door prize for best bonnet. Jeff Ramberg, 612-462-4747. 5 MON NEWSLETTER DEADLINE. for the May issue of TCBC News. E-mail schedule info to: schedule-at-biketcbc-dot-org. Articles to Doug Nelson, newsletter-at-biketcbc-dot-org. 5 MON 10:00 AM B/C 34 mi. A GOOD DAY'S RIDE. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Ave. N. across from Har Mar Mall in Roseville. The destination is the Good Day Cafe just east of the junction of Xenia and I-394. The route there will make use of the Bus/Bike Transitway, Stone Arch bridge, and the Cedar Lake trail. The return will come up Theodore Wirth Parkway, Memorial Parkway and St. Anthony Parkway. Don Hopkins . 5 MON 10:00 AM B/C 26-36 mi. Open Road to Nowthen. Depart from Corner, Bunker Lake Blvd & CR 47 Near Dunn Bros 3841 St Francis Blvd Anoka, 55303. Although this ride is mapless, an accurate cue sheet is available. A pleasant (depending on wind) loop ride with a few gentle hills to a rest stop in Nowthen or St Francis on country roads passing farms, horses, hawks, and sometimes alpacas. Rain or excessive wind will cancel so check the message board for cancellation. Directions to ridestart FROM the South:- N on 169, Pass Hwy 10 and follo Hwy 47N/Ferry St, watch on L about 1/2 mi after Anoka Co. Fairgrounds at Industrial Blvd/CR116 Park near corner.From the East or West- take Hwy 610, 694, or 10/47 toward Anoka -exit Ferry St /Hwy 47N and follow as above John Ford 763-566-0908 juan4d atgmail-dot-com cell 763-398-9710. 5 MON 11:00 AM A/B 28-35 mi. Orange Express. Depart from County Cycles 2700 Lexington Ave. North Roseville. Same as always with maybe a few changes to avoid the worse potholes..Notice the 11 start time for March and April. Michael McNutt 651 208 3185 Bikermichael-at-comcast-dot-net. 5 MON 5:30 PM B 25 -34 mi. Minnetonka Meander - Spring Edition. Depart from Minnetonka Civic Center, Ice Arena A lot (3401 Williston Road). A pleasant evening ride around Lake Minnetonka. Jon Koser 952-210-1124 and Dick Hartmann 952-545-6151. 5 MON 5:45 PM B 20-25 mi. Ease into Spring. Depart from Roseville Professional Center (2233 Hamline Ave N)--SW corner of Hamline Ave & Hwy 36 in Roseville. Park at west end of lot. Get your bike out of the garage and join us on this gently rolling route as we gear up for another season of riding. Mary Derks . 6 TUE 10:00 AM A/B 26-70 mi. Gateway Express. Depart from Maplewood Community Center, 2100 White Bear Ave., Maplewood MN, 55109. Please park at the south end of the parking lot. Water and bathrooms avilable at the community center. This ride features the Gateway Trail, a scenic, shaded, and little wind trail. The ride has extensions into scenic Washington County. The easiest ride is doing the Gateway Trail out to Pine Point and back - 26 mi. Ride leader chooses which extensions to ride. Good maps and cue sheets of extensions provided. All riders are welcome. To reach the ride: From State Hwy 36 exit White Bear Ave., and go South approx., 1.5 mi. Maplewood Community Center is on the east side of White Bear Ave. Jack Uttermark, Cell:612-670-5902, Email: jumark-at-earthlink-dot-net Richard Miller, 651-777-6147, Email: Litespeed525-at-aol-dot-com. 6 TUE 10:30 AM C 28-30 mi. FGH. Depart from Grand Performance Bicycle Shop, 1938 Grand Ave., St. Paul. Grand Performance is located one block off Summit near Prior Ave S. FRIENDS, THE GREENWAY, AND HOPKINS... This mapless mostly trail ride will follow the Greenway to Hopkins, then return on the Hutchinson Spur, around Cedar Lake, and the Greenway. PLEASE DO NOT PARK DIRECTLY IN FRONT OF GRAND PERFORMANCE. PLEASE PARK ON PRIOR OR LINCOLN. This is NOT a lunch ride, so you may wish to bring a snack. If you have weather concerns, please call the leader at 952-456-9260 before coming to start to see if ride has been canceled. Nancy Welsh H 952-456-9260 C 612-414-5217. 6 TUE 11:00 AM A/B 35-45 mi. Tuesday Tuneup. Depart from Minnetonka City Hall, 1/2 mile west of I-494 on Minnetonka Blvd & Williston Rd, NW parking lot by the ice arena. Google map: 3401 Williston Rd, Minnetonka, MN 55345. Five sensational routes to the lake, neighborhoods and beyond. Includes rolling hills with a friendly rest stop. Self sufficient B riders are strongly encouraged to come on out. Chuck Sunder 612-285-1946 chucksunder-at-hotmail-dot-com. 6 TUE 5:30 PM B 25-30 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. Rest stop provided. Ride will be cancelled dependent upon weather related road conditions. Please check the message board if there is a question. Jim Dohogne, 763-862-1411; dohogne-at-msn-dot-com. 6 TUE 5:45 PM A/B 36/33/29/24 mi. The Acapulco Ride. Depart from Valley Ridge Mall, Stillwater. From I-694, go east 6.5 mi on Hwy 36. Left on Washington Ave. Prompt right on frontage road 1/4 mile to the Acapulco Restaurant. (1240 West Frontage Road, 55082). Riding the Acapulco in spring... now what could be more delightful than that? A flat beginning and end, with the lovely hills of Afton in between. Leader will set an easy pace for the first three miles to ensure a proper warm-up. Dinner afterward. If rain (snow?) is predicted, ride may be canceled at the leaders discretion, so call ahead if in doubt. *** The first two rides on March 30th and April 6th will be limited to a maximum of 29 miles. *** NO ride on TUESDAY, April 13th. It will be on THURSDAY, April 15th instead. Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676. 6 TUE 7:00 PM TCBC Board of Directors Business Meeting. Angry Catfish Bicycle and Coffee Bar, 4208 28th Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55406. Patt Seleen for info, 651-552-9131 or paseleen-at-hotmail-dot-com. 7 WED 10:00 AM A/B 25-63 mi. Miles From Maplewood. Depart from Maplewood community center 2100 White Bear Ave, about a half mile south of hwy 36. Ride the beautiful roads of washinton county. There are four mileage options with a reststop in Afton for the two longer routes. Self sufficient B riders welcome. ricard miller . 7 WED 10:00 AM B/C 33 mi. LITTLE CANADA: ARSENAL ROUNDS. Depart from The Taste of Scandinavia in The Market Place Center, 2900 Rice Street, 1/2 mile north of County Road C. We will ride northwest to Rice Creek Regional Trail Park off Lexington in Shoreview. After passing through the park we will follow the trail through the old Army Ammunition Plant. After a break at McDonald's in Mounds View for the leader's senior coffee, we will ride the Rice Creek Regional West Trail and finally make our way back past Long Lake, Valentine Lake, Lake Johanna and Bennett Lake. Don Hopkins, . 7 WED 10:00 AM C 20-25 mi. Champlin Midmorning Ramble-mapless. Depart from Trailhead Cycle and Fitness 114th and Hwy 169 Champlin, MN Behind the BP station. Various routes thru Champlin, Coon Rapids, Brooklyn Park, and Maple Grove. 90 percent of the ride is usually on bike paths and 10 percent on the quiet streets of the above townships. Lunch options after the ride, and mid-ride break are standard features. Great fellowship and noone left behind are Premium extras. Mary Swanstrom Burway Swanstrom Phillip Lawson . 7 WED 4:30 PM B 13 mi. Half-SLP. Depart from OVERFLOW Parking lot (NOTE - NOW USING THE "SUMMER" PARKING LOT LOCATION!) for Erik's Bike Shop, across Texas Ave from the bike shop located at Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. We'll ride mostly on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the west metro area. A little ride to stretch the legs or in addition to the 6:00 ride offering from the same location. No Rest Stop on this ride, rest is in between this ride and the 6:00 ride at Erik's. Mike Beadles, . 7 WED 6:00 PM B 14-24 mi. SLP'ing Out. Depart from OVERFLOW Parking lot (NOTE - NOW USING THE "SUMMER" PARKING LOT LOCATION!) for Erik's Bike Shop, across Texas Ave from the bike shop located at Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. We'll ride mostly on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the west metro area. My goal is to have a different map for each ride. For those concerned about reading the map/cue sheet correctly, remember that you are always more than welcome to ride with me at a B pace and you will definitely not get lost! Ride's mileage will increase as sunset time becomes later each week. Mike Beadles, . 7 WED 6:00 PM A 20+ mi. Wednesday Evening Riders Group -mapless-. Depart from Freewheel Midtown Bike Center on the Greenway. 29th Street and 10th Ave South Minneapolis. "A" Group ride no map. Will ride an A pace with no rest stop. Routes will vary from trail to roads and parkways. Riders should bring lights in case of a mechanical. We will do our level best to keep the group together, road or cycle cross bikes suggested for this ride. Distance will increase as does the sunlight in the evening. Randall Huskamp . 8 THU 9:30 AM B/C 26/35 mi. A Fresh Start. Depart from Fresh & Natural Foods, 1075 Minnesota County Road 96, Saint Paul 55126 (at Lexington Ave). This is a newly developed ride that passes many lakes and streams, mostly on relatively flat, good road surfaces, with pleasant scenery and a rest stop at McD. An easy shortcut provides a connection to the rest of the route for those not wanting to ride so far. This loop ride passes thru Shoreview, Circle Pines, Lino Lakes, and Centerville. Although this is a mapless ride, an accurate cue sheet will be provided. Come on out and ride the maiden voyage! Money back guarantee. . . From 610 follow Mn 10 East, S on 35W, E on 96, L on Lex & R into lot From 694 N on Lexington, X - 96, R into lot Park near the SHOREVIEW CENTER sign. John Ford juan4d atgmail-dot-com (c) 763-398-9710, Irene Erickson jieric at comcast-dot-net (c)651-261-1977. 8 THU 10:00 AM C 20-25 mi. TARGET/CUB OUT & BACK. Depart from East side of the Target/Cub parking lot (directly across the street from the 7-SIGMA building), Minnehaha Ave & Lake St, Minneapolis. We'll bike a select paved trail and lunch en route. Mapless, a tribute to Herb. Ed Hassler, , spoke.bikenut-at-comcast-dot-net. Co-leader open. 8 THU 11:00 AM A/B 25-40 mi. City Explorer. Depart from parking lot at Lake Harriet bandshell. Park free on the street or ride to the ride. Ride around Medicine Lake, Eden Prairie or Wirth Parkway, depending on weather. Includes a rest stop. Katie Angle . 8 THU 6:00 PM A/B 20 to 25 mi. Around Elk River. Depart from Elk River Woodland Trails parking lot off of Sherburne County Road 1 near the Elk River Country Club. We'll start from the Woodland Trails parking lot. We will follow a variety routes with few stop lights or stop signs. Riding will be in rolling country side and on roads with wide shoulders with little traffic. We will pass around Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge. For those interested, we can meet at the Elk River Country Club Bar and Grill after the ride. In the event of poor weather call Les or Arlen . Les Miner and Arlen Scherber . 8 THU 6:00 PM A/B 20-32 mi. Thighs Sighs and Cries. Depart from parking lot in front of Woody's Grill at Shady Oak Rd and City West Pkwy in Eden Prairie. Bathroom available at SuperAmerica across the street. A long-time western metro favorite. Join us as we experience the rolling hills of Eden Prairie and Minnetonka. A great hill training ride, with shorter options. You'll sigh and cry as you build up your thighs! Restroom facilities at SuperAmerica on Shady Oak Rd across from Woody's. Scott Larson . 8 THU 6:00 PM B 20-25 mi. APRIL BRINGS MORE THAN SHOWERS. Depart from Silverwood Park ( the newest Three Rivers Park) 2500 County Road E. St. Anthony, MN 55421. Telephone 763.694.7707. Mighty fine rides will go in all directions offering different scenery, an occasional trail and the possibility of an unusual rest stop. A mix of urban and suburban routes. Moderate paced, social ride that hangs together. Good ride for new members. Map or mapless pending changing routes. Ride start locations is north a few blocks of Cub Foods-Walmart. Silverwood Park is on the SW corner of Silver Lake Road and County Road E. Entrance to park is on County Road E. Park at the main pavilion parking lot. Coffee bar with goodies and restroom available. Mary Miller, and Dan Miller, . 9 FRI 10:00 AM A/B 29/47/63 mi. Fri Metric. Depart from south end of Sucker Lake (parking lot off county F) From 694, exit to Rice St. North on Rice to CR F. Right on CR F aprox. 1/2 mi. to park entrance (on left) There is a satellite restroom-no water. Try this classic ride to Marine on St Croix with rest stops at Pine Point and the General Store Richard Miller . 9 FRI 10:30 AM C 20-25 miles Friday on the Bike featuring Trails & Lakes. Depart from Lake Nokomis Community Center "OVERFLOW" Parking Lot 2401 East Minnehaha Parkway, Mpls. Time to pump up the tires and start rolling. We will be riding on streets and trails. If it raining, snowing, the trails/streets are snow or ice covered or the temperature is below 35 degrees, ride will be cancelled. There will be a "light" refreshment stop - bring snacks and water. June Johnson . 9 FRI 3:30 PM A/B 40 or so Just Plain Friday. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 8006 Minnetonka Blvd., St Louis Park NW corner of Texas Ave and Minnetonka Blvd. Head west towards Maple Plain on a rolling road ride thru the western suburbs. Some new routes and some old familiar. Depending on who shows up, the pace can get a little quick, but all self-sufficient riders welcome! Short cuts available. Its a fair weather ride during April, call if in doubt. George Hagemann, . Jon Koser, 4/23, . 9 FRI 6:00 PM Night-B 15-25 mi. Urban Funk. Depart from Sunrise Cyclery 901 West Lake St. (SW corner of Lake & Bryant), MPLS. An urban mapless ride on bike lanes and paved trails in the heart of the Twin Cities. We will stay together and pause for coffee, soup or ice cream. Please bring your lights. Weather conditions may cancel the ride. Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall ; Paul"Thunder" Huntington ; Ed "Avoid Streets" Hassler . 9 FRI 6:00 PM A/B 30 mi. Urban Wildlife. Depart from Airport Hilton, from I-494, exit south on 34th Av, left onto American Blvd, then left at top of hill to SW corner of parking lot. Ride various pleasant routes on low-traffic roads and bike trails starting from near the Wildlife Refuge up to Harriet Island or south into Rosemount or other south-eastern metro locations. Richard Franco, . 10 SAT NEW LEADER TRAINING. Mounds View area. Ever thought how nice it would be to have more TCBC rides in your area or more rides tuned to your ability? or rides on a certain day of the week or time of day? or rides that are centered around a social activity or an event? Then consider becoming a TCBC Ride leader. 10 SAT 7:30 AM A 50-70+ mi. Dunn Early - Mapless Group. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee East Lake Street and West River Road. This ride consists of "A" riders who are familiar with riding in a group at a strong "A" pace. We will ride longer distances that may include some good hills and we will not be afraid to challenge ourselves accordingly. New Riders are welcome to join us. If you would like to join us and have questions about riding in an "A" pace group, please feel free to contact the ride leader. We are a friendly bunch!!! Randall Huskamp . 10 SAT 8:00 AM A/B 30-45 mi. Spring Warmer. Depart from SW corner of Como Park Pavilion parking lot, just off Lexington Avenue. Now that spring is here, get a jump on your miles and get in some good training for your summer riding, Ironman or just on the day. Come on out and enjoy some riding around familiar lakes with a few hills tossed in for good measure. Weather will dictate route and distance. Richard Franco, . 10 SAT 8:00 AM C 23/33 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 down the Minneapolis Diagonal Trail. Don Hopkins . 10 SAT 9:30 AM A/B 65-75 mi; shorter option available. 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. Little-traveled rural roads with a few challenging hills. Watch for details on TCBC "Rides and Trips" message board during week before ride. If weather threatens, check “Ride Cancel Delay" message board at 7:00 AM or contact ride leader before 7:45 AM on morning of ride. A canceled Saturday ride will be rescheduled (via the message board) for the next day whenever feasible. Various leaders. Ride coordinator is Tony Wanschura, ajwanschura-at-gmail-dot-com, 651-224-8360. 10 SAT 9:30 AM C 22-25 mi. Springtime on the Gateway. Depart from Rear parking lot of Burger King at the corner of Highway 120/36/Century Avenue. Enjoy a Saturday morning spring ride with your biking buddies on the beautiful serene Gateway Trail. Enjoy the crisp mornings of spring time to spring your biking muscles back into shape before the rigors of summer riding kick in. See ya' there. If there is ice on the trail, the ride will cancel. Check message board and/or call ride leader if in doubt. Kevin DePratter, cell: 715-554-0072, kevin.depratter-at-yahoo-dot-com, Cindy DePratter, cell: 715-554-0072, rocky07-at-att-dot-net. 10 SAT 10:30 AM A/B 52 mi. Aluminum Man. Depart from White Bear Beach - North on Hwy 61 to Hwy 96, East 1/2 mile to White Bear Beach. White Bear Beach may not have restrooms or water available. The closest gas station is the Freedom Gas station on Hwy #61 approx. 1/2 mile before the intersection of hwy 61 and 96. This ride features rolling terrain and a stop at Scandia and a climb out of Marine on The St. Croix on Nason Hill road. A warmup for the MN Iron man. Jack Uttermark Cell:612-670-5902, Email:jumark-at-earthlink-dot-net. 10 SAT 1:30 PM B 32 mi. South Washington County. Depart from Ojibway Park in Woodbury. From 494, go southeast at Lake Road interchange, turn left (east) on Courtley Road, and right on Ojibway Drive. If lot is full, park in adjacent high school lot. Scenic and historic. Doug Nelson, 651-639-9917. 10 SAT 2:00 PM A/B 36 mi. Vermillion Cotillion. Depart from Lebanon Hills Regional Park Visitors Center. The entrance is at the Intersection of Cliff Rd and N. Hay Lake Rd on the southern edge of Eagan. Come dance across the Dakota plains. Plenty of room for swing outs and flips on the paved rural roads and gentle hills. Refreshments at Vermillion. Stan Mickelsen 651-283-3310. 10 SAT 2:30 PM B 25-38 mi. Sleep In Ride Later. Depart from County Cycles 2700 Lexington Avenue N. Roseville MN 55113. Want to avoid having to choose between doing a TCBC ride and sleeping in Saturday? No problem! Join us for a mid-afternoon ride. Loren Lovhaug ride-at-lovhaug-dot-com. 11 SUN 7:30 AM A 50-70+ mi. Dunn Early - Mapless Group. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee East Lake Street and West River Road. This ride consists of "A" riders who are familiar with riding in a group at a strong "A" pace. We will ride longer distances that may include some good hills and we will not be afraid to challenge ourselves accordingly. New Riders are welcome to join us. If you would like to join us and have questions about riding in an "A" pace group, please feel free to contact the ride leader. We are a friendly bunch!!! Randall Huskamp . 11 SUN 7:30 AM A/B 31, 62, 79, 101, 151 mi. Sunday After Sunrise Solitude. Depart from Perkins Restaurant, New Brighton, 2 blks west of I-35W on Cty Rd D. Park at far end of lot, 696 County Road D W. New Brighton, MN 55112-3518. This is the same beautiful ride with a little later start time and a shorter mileage option to entice some others to join us. Buy a muffin before we head out. Choose one of four mileage options to ride in the city and country plus the whole Gateway Trail starting with the solitude of the sunrise. Self sufficient B & B/C riders always welcome. Come join us on this classic ride with a "reasonable" start time. Joe Hays 612-987-6868, jmhays1 at comcast-dot-net. 11 SUN 9:30 AM C 22-25 mi. Sunday Morning Coffee Run. Depart from Painter's Community Park, 34th & Lyndale South, Minneapolis (across from Sonny's Ice Cream). Enjoy a Sunday morning spring ride with your biking buddies out to Hopkins and back to Minneapolis traversing trails and city streets. Enjoy the crisp mornings of spring time to spring your biking muscles back into shape. See ya' there. Kevin DePratter, cell: 715-554-0072, kevin.depratter-at-yahoo-dot-com, Cindy DePratter, cell: 715-554-0072, rocky07-at-att-dot-net. 11 SUN 10:00 AM A 50, 76, or 125 mi. Hills out of Prescott. Depart from Visitor Center in Prescott, WI. You've heard the rumors, and the forecast looks like pain. Banned in most civilized countries, only whispered in others, HooP returns to grind its merciless carnage upon all who seek to conquer. Three medieval mileage options: bad, worse, and hors categorie. That which doesn't kill you... To get to ride start, Turn right (south) on WI 35 from the bridge into Prescott from MN, then right on Monroe in a mile. Prescott is on the other side of Cottage Grove, an easy drive from the cities. No restrooms at the start; they are open in the Visitor Center after the ride. There is a gas station as you enter WI. Scott Weinberg. scott dash weinberg at msn dot com. 11 SUN 11:30 AM A/B 44/55 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. An excellent training ride for the April 25th Minnesota IRONMAN. Ice on the roads will cancel the ride. Eric Feld, 612-743-4097. 11 SUN 12:30 PM B 32 or 39 mi. Afton to Elmo - Spring Edition. Depart from Ojibway Park In Woodbury. Exit I-494 at Lake Road. Southeast on Lake Road to Courtly Road. Turn left (East) on Courtly, and right (South) on Ojibway Park Drive. If parking lot is full,use adjacent high school lot. Scenic, mostly rural route from Woodbury to Afton and Lake Elmo, with some big hills. Tom Melcher (651) 353-3372 trmelcher1-at-comcast-dot-net. 11 SUN 1:00 PM C 15-30 mi. Sunday's B - 4 Ironman (30). Depart from Historic Ft. Snelling, hiway 55 & Bloomington Rd. These are pre-Ironman rides on trails and roads, newbie's welcome. John Avoles (651) 437-3974. 11 SUN 2:30 PM B 28 mi. Wright County / Right Stuff. Depart from Super Target Parking Lot, Otsego, Mn. Take I-94 West to Rogers, Mn. North on Minn HY-101, 6 miles. Exit 90th ST/CO RD 39, proceed to CO RD 42. Left on CO RD 42, to Target. Park in southern most row of Target parking lot. Tired of the same old ruts, railroad tracks, and potholes? Come North to Wright County, as we explore new roads and a brand new route from Otsego to Monticello, and back again! We'll travel on the quiet roads of Otsego, make use of part of the National Route of the Great River Road to Monticello, and, rest stop at Caribou for coffee! All the while, making use of Otsego's bicycle lanes and the extra wide shoulders of the Great River Road! Water and restrooms and other goodies at the start, and plenty of eating options after the ride, should you desire! See you up North!! Dave Swaab 612-709-1174 or swaabd-at-hotmail-dot-com. 11 SUN 6:15 PM BIKE U - NURSING YOUR BIKE THROUGH A RIDE. Sunrise Cyclery (901 W Lake St, Minneapolis. At the corner of Lake and Bryant, about 1 mile west of 35W). This bike maintenance class will teach you the basics of pre-ride inspection and during-ride triage. Everything you should check (and adjust) prior to a ride, what gear you should carry on your bike just-in-case, and a few MacGyver techniques to get you home if something goes wrong mid-ride. Jamie McDonald, the owner of Sunrise Cyclery, will be teaching the class. Laurie Holm 612-363-6165. 12 MON 10:00 AM B/C 28-33 mi. Les Miserables (Shoreview). Depart from Shoreview - Fresh & Natural Foods, 1075 Mn Co Rd 96, St Paul 55126 (at Lexington). Les Mis is a newly developed ride that passes many lakes mostly on relatively flat, good road surfaces, with miserable scenery.(Smiley) This loop ride passes thru Shoreview, Lino Lakes, (Victor) Hugo (hence the name), Centerville, etc. Although this is a mapless ride, a free cue sheet will be provided. Come on out and ride the maiden voyage! Money back guarantee. . .(smiley) Directions to the ridestart:-From 610 folo Mn 10 East, S on 35W, CR 10 E or S, and E on 96, L on Lex & R into lot From 694 N on Lexington, X - 96, R into lot Park under the SHOREVIEW VILLAGE MALL sign near 96. John Ford juan4datgmail-dot-com(c)763-398-9710 Irene Erickson jieric at comcast-dot-net (c)651-261-1977. 12 MON 11:00 AM C 28 mi. Mendota to Minneapolis. Depart from Big Rivers Regional trailhead, Olson Memorial Highway & Mendota Heights road, Mendota Heights. An easy, flat, all-trail ride. Take Cedar Ave. south across the river and turn north on Hwy 13 (toward St. Paul) about three miles to Mendota Heights Road. Turn left on Mendota Heights Road a half block to the parking lot at the airport overlook. The ride will cross the Mendota bridge, follow the Minnehaha Trail around Lakes Harriet and Calhoun (with rest stop at Harriet), follow the Greenway east (with a rest stop at Freewheel's Midtown store) to West River Road, then follow the new path back to Minnehaha Fall, Fort Snelling and back to the Big Rivers trailhead. Don Picard, donbike-at-mac-dot-com, 612-840-2534 (cell). 12 MON 11:00 AM A/B 28-35 mi. Orange Express. Depart from County Cycles 2700 Lexington Ave. North Roseville. Same as always with maybe a few changes to avoid the worse potholes..Notice the 11 start time for March and April. Michael McNutt 651 208 3185 Bikermichael-at-comcast-dot-net. 12 MON 5:30 PM B 25 -34 mi. Minnetonka Meander - Spring Edition. Depart from Minnetonka Civic Center, Ice Arena A lot (3401 Williston Road). A pleasant evening ride around Lake Minnetonka. Jon Koser 952-210-1124 and Dick Hartmann 952-545-6151. 12 MON 5:45 PM A/B 25 mi. Spring Brake. Depart from Mendota Plaza, located 1/2 mile east of 35E on Hwy 110 and Dodd Road in Mendota Heights (750 Highway 110). Three river crossings, Minnehaha Falls and Fort Snelling State Park are highlights of this ride. New riders welcome with leaders supporting an A/B level pace. Most of the route is flat, but a few gradual climbs will be encountered. Jeff Johnson & Patt Seleen 13 TUE 9:30 AM C 25-28 mi. South Suburban Spin. Depart from Back parking lot, YMCA, 13850 Portland Ave., Burnsville. Ride paved trails through suburbia and parks from Burnsville, through Apple Valley to Rosemount and return. This is NOT a lunch ride, so you may wish to bring a snack. If you have weather concerns, please call the leader before coming to start to see if ride has been canceled. Nancy Welsh H 952-456-9260 C 612-414-5217. 13 TUE 10:00 AM A/B 26-70 mi. Gateway Express. Depart from Maplewood Community Center, 2100 White Bear Ave., Maplewood MN, 55109. Please park at the south end of the parking lot. Water and bathrooms avilable at the community center. This ride features the Gateway Trail, a scenic, shaded, and little wind trail. The ride has extensions into scenic Washington County. The easiest ride is doing the Gateway Trail out to Pine Point and back - 26 mi. Ride leader chooses which extensions to ride. Good maps and cue sheets of extensions provided. All riders are welcome. To reach the ride: From State Hwy 36 exit White Bear Ave., and go South approx., 1.5 mi. Maplewood Community Center is on the east side of White Bear Ave. Jack Uttermark, Cell:612-670-5902, Email: jumark-at-earthlink-dot-net Richard Miller, 651-777-6147, Email: Litespeed525-at-aol-dot-com. 13 TUE 11:00 AM A/B 35-45 mi. Tuesday Tuneup. Depart from Minnetonka City Hall, 1/2 mile west of I-494 on Minnetonka Blvd & Williston Rd, NW parking lot by the ice arena. Google map: 3401 Williston Rd, Minnetonka, MN 55345. Five sensational routes to the lake, neighborhoods and beyond. Includes rolling hills with a friendly rest stop. Self sufficient B riders are strongly encouraged to come on out. Chuck Sunder 612-285-1946 chucksunder-at-hotmail-dot-com. 13 TUE 6:30 PM LEADER FORUM. Shoreview Community Center, 4580 Victoria St. No., Shoreview, MN. The 2010 TCBC Leader Forum is on Tuesday, April 13, from 6:30 to 8:30 at the Shoreview Community Center, 4580 Victoria St. No., Shoreview, MN. If you are a current TCBC Leader, you should have received a post card in late March if your contact info was up to date. Please attend if you are planning on leading any TCBC rides this year. If you have questions, please contact Katie Angle and Pete Hawkins at leaderliaison-at-biketcbc-dot-org. Pete Hawkins 763-786-3792 or pmh706-at-gmail-dot-com. 14 WED 10:00 AM A/B 25-63 mi. Miles From Maplewood. Depart from Maplewood community center 2100 White Bear Ave, about a half mile south of hwy 36. Ride the beautiful roads of washinton county. There are four mileage options with a reststop in Afton for the two longer routes. Self sufficient B riders welcome. ricard miller . 14 WED 10:00 AM B/C 38 mi. HOPKINS HAPPY TRAILS. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Ave. N. across from Har Mar Mall in Roseville. We will ride from Roseville to Lund's just west of Hopkins for brunch. The route will use many of the mostly-level trails we love to ride: Inter-Campus Transitway, LRT, Greenway, SW LRT (3/4 mile crushed limestone), North Cedar Lake (Hutchinson Spur), Cedar Lake, Kenwood, and the Minneapolis Diagonal Trail. Don Hopkins , Nancy Welsh 952-456-9260. 14 WED 10:00 AM C 20-25 mi. Champlin Midmorning Ramble-mapless. Depart from Trailhead Cycle and Fitness 114th and Hwy 169 Champlin, MN Behind the BP station. Various routes thru Champlin, Coon Rapids, Brooklyn Park, and Maple Grove. 90 percent of the ride is usually on bike paths and 10 percent on the quiet streets of the above townships. Lunch options after the ride, and mid-ride break are standard features. Great fellowship and noone left behind are Premium extras. Mary Swanstrom Burway Swanstrom Phillip Lawson . 14 WED 4:30 PM B 13 mi. Half-SLP. Depart from OVERFLOW Parking lot (NOTE - NOW USING THE "SUMMER" PARKING LOT LOCATION!) for Erik's Bike Shop, across Texas Ave from the bike shop located at Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. We'll ride mostly on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the west metro area. A little ride to stretch the legs or in addition to the 6:00 ride offering from the same location. No Rest Stop on this ride, rest is in between this ride and the 6:00 ride at Erik's. Mike Beadles, . 14 WED 6:00 PM B 14-24 mi. SLP'ing Out. Depart from OVERFLOW Parking lot (NOTE - NOW USING THE "SUMMER" PARKING LOT LOCATION!) for Erik's Bike Shop, across Texas Ave from the bike shop located at Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. We'll ride mostly on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the west metro area. My goal is to have a different map for each ride. For those concerned about reading the map/cue sheet correctly, remember that you are always more than welcome to ride with me at a B pace and you will definitely not get lost! Ride's mileage will increase as sunset time becomes later each week. Mike Beadles, . 14 WED 6:00 PM A 20+ mi. Wednesday Evening Riders Group -mapless-. Depart from Freewheel Midtown Bike Center on the Greenway. 29th Street and 10th Ave South Minneapolis. "A" Group ride no map. Will ride an A pace with no rest stop. Routes will vary from trail to roads and parkways. Riders should bring lights in case of a mechanical. We will do our level best to keep the group together, road or cycle cross bikes suggested for this ride. Distance will increase as does the sunlight in the evening. Randall Huskamp . 14 WED 6:00 PM A/B 20-25 mi. The Whole Enchilada!. Depart from the Roseville Professional Center (2233 Hamline Ave N, or SW corner of Hwy 36 and Hamline Ave in Roseville.) Park at the west end of the lot. Ride past area lakes and parks of Roseville and the surrounding area on this flat - gently rolling route. Join your compadres afterwards at La Casita or other establishment for fun and refueling. Andele! Andele! Epa! Epa! Yeehah!!! Mary Derks . 15 THU 10:00 AM B/C 32 mi. LITTLE CANADA: CROSBY FARM. Depart from The Taste of Scandinavia in The Market Place Center, 2900 Rice Street, 1/2 mile north of County Road C. We will ride streets and trails south and west from Little Canada. This will include the Bus/Bike Transitway, East River Blvd, Crosby Farm Trail, Shepard Road Trail and the Gateway Trail. The leader will stop to wolf down a pizza at Cossetta's. Don Hopkins, . 15 THU 11:00 AM A/B 25-40 mi. City Explorer (MPLS). Depart from Parking lot at Lake Harriet bandshell. Park free on the street or ride to the ride. Varying routes to Eden Prairie, Plymouth, St. Paul or north Mineapolis. Includes a rest stop. Katie Angle . 15 THU 5:45 PM A/B 36/33/29/24 mi. The Acapulco Ride. Depart from Valley Ridge Mall, Stillwater. From I-694, go east 6.5 mi on Hwy 36. Left on Washington Ave. Prompt right on frontage road 1/4 mile to the Acapulco Restaurant. (1240 West Frontage Road, 55082). Riding the Acapulco in spring... now what could be more delightful than that? A flat beginning and end, with the lovely hills of Afton in between. Leader will set an easy pace for the first three miles to ensure a proper warm-up. Dinner afterward. If rain (snow?) is predicted, ride may be canceled at the leaders discretion, so call ahead if in doubt. Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676. 15 THU 6:00 PM A/B 20 to 25 mi. Around Elk River. Depart from Elk River Woodland Trails parking lot off of Sherburne County Road 1 near the Elk River Country Club. We'll start from the Woodland Trails parking lot. We will follow a variety routes with few stop lights or stop signs. Riding will be in rolling country side and on roads with wide shoulders with little traffic. We will pass around Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge. For those interested, we can meet at the Elk River Country Club Bar and Grill after the ride. In the event of poor weather call Les or Arlen . Les Miner and Arlen Scherber . 15 THU 6:00 PM B 20-25 mi. APRIL BRINGS MORE THAN SHOWERS. Depart from Silverwood Park ( the newest Three Rivers Park) 2500 County Road E. St. Anthony, MN 55421. Telephone 763.694.7707. Mighty fine rides will go in all directions offering different scenery, an occasional trail and the possibility of an unusual rest stop. A mix of urban and suburban routes. Moderate paced, social ride that hangs together. Good ride for new members. Map or mapless pending changing routes. Ride start locations is north a few blocks of Cub Foods-Walmart. Silverwood Park is on the SW corner of Silver Lake Road and County Road E. Entrance to park is on County Road E. Park at the main pavilion parking lot. Coffee bar with goodies and restroom available. Mary Miller, and Dan Miller, . 16 FRI 10:00 AM A/B 29/47/63 mi. Fri Metric. Depart from south end of Sucker Lake (parking lot off county F) From 694, exit to Rice St. North on Rice to CR F. Right on CR F aprox. 1/2 mi. to park entrance (on left) There is a satellite restroom-no water. Try this classic ride to Marine on St Croix with rest stops at Pine Point and the General Store Richard Miller . 16 FRI 10:30 AM C 20-25 miles Friday on the Bike featuring Trails & Lakes. Depart from Lake Nokomis Community Center "OVERFLOW" Parking Lot 2401 East Minnehaha Parkway, Mpls. Time to pump up the tires and start rolling. We will be riding on streets and trails. If it raining, snowing, the trails/streets are snow or ice covered or the temperature is below 35 degrees, ride will be cancelled. There will be a "light" refreshment stop - bring snacks and water. June Johnson . 16 FRI 3:30 PM A/B 40 or so Just Plain Friday. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 8006 Minnetonka Blvd., St Louis Park NW corner of Texas Ave and Minnetonka Blvd. Head west towards Maple Plain on a rolling road ride thru the western suburbs. Some new routes and some old familiar. Depending on who shows up, the pace can get a little quick, but all self-sufficient riders welcome! Short cuts available. Its a fair weather ride during April, call if in doubt. George Hagemann, . Jon Koser, 4/23, . 16 FRI 6:00 PM Night-B 15-25 mi. Urban Funk. Depart from Sunrise Cyclery 901 West Lake St. (SW corner of Lake & Bryant), MPLS. An urban mapless ride on bike lanes and paved trails in the heart of the Twin Cities. We will stay together and pause for coffee, soup or ice cream. Please bring your lights. Weather conditions may cancel the ride. Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall ; Paul"Thunder" Huntington ; Ed "Avoid Streets" Hassler . 16 FRI 6:00 PM A/B 30 mi. Urban Wildlife. Depart from Airport Hilton, from I-494, exit south on 34th Av, left onto American Blvd, then left at top of hill to SW corner of parking lot. Ride various pleasant routes on low-traffic roads and bike trails starting from near the Wildlife Refuge up to Harriet Island or south into Rosemount or other south-eastern metro locations. Richard Franco, . 17 SAT 7:30 AM A 50-70+ mi. Dunn Early - Mapless Group. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee East Lake Street and West River Road. This ride consists of "A" riders who are familiar with riding in a group at a strong "A" pace. We will ride longer distances that may include some good hills and we will not be afraid to challenge ourselves accordingly. New Riders are welcome to join us. If you would like to join us and have questions about riding in an "A" pace group, please feel free to contact the ride leader. We are a friendly bunch!!! Randall Huskamp . 17 SAT 8:00 AM A/B 30-45 mi. Spring Warmer. Depart from SW corner of Como Park Pavilion parking lot, just off Lexington Avenue. Now that spring is here, get a jump on your miles and get in some good training for your summer riding, Ironman or just on the day. Come on out and enjoy some riding around familiar lakes with a few hills tossed in for good measure. Weather will dictate route and distance. Richard Franco, . 17 SAT 8:00 AM A/B 52/64 mi. Coon Rapids River Ride. Depart from Eric's Bike Shop 2120 Northdale Blvd. Coon Rapids. Predominately flat route through the Anoka Sand Plain, self sufficient B riders welcome. Randy Kloepper - 612-384-8475 Cell at ride. 17 SAT 8:00 AM C 19/29 mi. BIKE TO BREAKFAST: KEYS TO THE CAPITOL. Depart from Centennial Church. 1524 West County Road C2, Roseville, corner of C2 and Snelling. The destination is Keys Cafe, 500 N. Robert in St. Paul just south of the Capitol. You don't really need more than one of their manhole-cover-sized pancakes. An optional loop from the starting point around lakes Langton, Johanna and Josephine completes the 29-mile ride. Don Hopkins . 17 SAT 8:00 AM 125 mi. OUTREACH RIDE: Waterloo 200k Brevet. Depart from Heartland Inn at 1809 LaPorte Rd. in Waterloo. From Hwy 218, exit at San Marnan Dr. (close to Hwy 20) and head SW. Go right (NW) at the next stop light on LaPorte Rd. Turn R after about 50 yards into the Heartland Inn parking lot (by Wendy’s). Ride starts in Waterloo and goes through Oelwein, Volga, Oelwein, Dunkerton and back to Waterloo. Register through Cedar Valley Randonneurs. See www.RUSA-dot-org for details Rob Welsh 612-801-4196. 17 SAT 9:00 AM A/B 45 mi. Morning Glory Bakery. Depart from Holiday Station/Subway Store 965 Sibley Memorial Hwy Saint Paul, MN 55118-3601 (Sibley Hwy & 35E). Ride rolling hills through WSP, SSP River Trail, IGH, Eagan to get fresh treats at Morning Glory Bakery (http://www.morningglorybakerycafe-dot-com/). Steve Scholl srs428-at-msn-dot-com 651-341-0597 (c) 651-699-1203 (h). 17 SAT 9:30 AM A/B 65-75 mi; shorter option available. WI HILLS MENOMONIE. Depart from Riverside Park in Menomonie, WI. Take I-94 to Menomonie, then 25 south to 29, then right on 29 across the river to the park. Little-traveled rural roads with a few challenging hills. Watch for details on TCBC "Rides and Trips" message board during week before ride. If weather threatens, check “Ride Cancel Delay" message board at 7:00 AM or contact ride leader before 7:45 AM on morning of ride. A canceled Saturday ride will be rescheduled (via the message board) for the next day whenever feasible. Various leaders. Ride coordinator is Tony Wanschura, ajwanschura-at-gmail-dot-com, 651-224-8360. 17 SAT 9:30 AM B 39 mi. Ride With Delorme. Depart from REI Bloomington (750 W. American Blvd). Please park at the back of the lot. We are going to show David DeVore from Delorme how great biking in Minnesota is. We will be doing the River Bluff Run route from the TCBC Bike Atlas. We will be back in plenty of time to go home for a shower and a snack prior to the Delorme training at REI at 4:30. Laurie Holm (612)363-6165. 17 SAT 9:30 AM C 22-25 mi. Springtime on the Gateway. Depart from Rear parking lot of Burger King at the corner of Highway 120/36/Century Avenue. Enjoy a Saturday morning spring ride with your biking buddies on the beautiful serene Gateway Trail. Enjoy the crisp mornings of spring time to spring your biking muscles back into shape before the rigors of summer riding kick in. See ya' there. If there is ice on the trail, the ride will cancel. Check message board and/or call ride leader if in doubt. Kevin DePratter, cell: 715-554-0072, kevin.depratter-at-yahoo-dot-com, Cindy DePratter, cell: 715-554-0072, rocky07-at-att-dot-net. 17 SAT 10:00 AM A/B 47-76 mi. Tin Man. Depart from Mahtomedi High School parking lot, 8000 75th St. N., Mahtomedi, MN 55115. The ride start has no restrooms or water. The closest gas station is just west of the high school on CR12. This ride has rolling terrain with some climbs. Rural country roads with minimal traffic and few stop lights/stop signs. Rest stops at Afton, Marine-on-the St. Croix and Scandia. Other rest stops along Owens St. in Stillwater. To reach the ride start: from #694/494 go east on Hwy 36. 1st stoplight at Hilton Trail, go north to CR12. Right on CR12 (75th St. N) 1/2 blk to ride start on left. Short cuts available. Jack Uttermark, jumark-at-earthlink-dot-net, Cell: 612-670-5902. 17 SAT 11:00 AM A/B 25 mi. Sonny Side Up. Depart from Sonny's Crema Cafe at 3401 Lyndale Avenue South. An urban ride mostly on roads but some trails. Stay for brunch on the piazza after the ride. Great food!, If Weather is questionable call leader or check the web site Michael Derner, 612-360-3036, mderner-at-comcast-dot-net. 17 SAT 2:00 PM A/B 36 mi. Vermillion Cotillion. Depart from Lebanon Hills Regional Park Visitors Center. The entrance is at the Intersection of Cliff Rd and N. Hay Lake Rd on the southern edge of Eagan. Come dance across the Dakota plains. Plenty of room for swing outs and flips on the paved rural roads and gentle hills. Refreshments at Vermillion. Stan Mickelsen 651-283-3310. 17 SAT 2:30 PM B 25-38 mi. Sleep In Ride Later. Depart from County Cycles 2700 Lexington Avenue N. Roseville MN 55113. Want to avoid having to choose between doing a TCBC ride and sleeping in Saturday? No problem! Join us for a mid-afternoon ride. Loren Lovhaug ride-at-lovhaug-dot-com. 17 SAT 4:30 PM BIKE U - RIDE LEADER DELORME MAPMAKING. REI Bloomington (conference room near the shoe department). Corner of 494 and Lyndale. A trainer from Delorme will be providing instruction on the use of Delorme Street Atlas and Topo USA to make maps and cue sheets for bicycling rides. Delorme software will be available for discounted purchase for ride leaders prior to the training. Purchase details will be provided in mid March. The training session can also be accessed online. Please contact me in advance if you would like the link to attend the session electronically. Training will last approximately 2 hours. Laurie Holm 612-363-6165. 18 SUN 7:30 AM A 50-70+ mi. Dunn Early - Mapless Group. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee East Lake Street and West River Road. This ride consists of "A" riders who are familiar with riding in a group at a strong "A" pace. We will ride longer distances that may include some good hills and we will not be afraid to challenge ourselves accordingly. New Riders are welcome to join us. If you would like to join us and have questions about riding in an "A" pace group, please feel free to contact the ride leader. We are a friendly bunch!!! Randall Huskamp . 18 SUN 7:30 AM A/B 31, 62, 79, 101, 151 mi. Sunday After Sunrise Solitude. Depart from Perkins Restaurant, New Brighton, 2 blks west of I-35W on Cty Rd D. Park at far end of lot, 696 County Road D W. New Brighton, MN 55112-3518. This is the same beautiful ride with a little later start time and a shorter mileage option to entice some others to join us. Buy a muffin before we head out. Choose one of four mileage options to ride in the city and country plus the whole Gateway Trail starting with the solitude of the sunrise. Self sufficient B & B/C riders always welcome. Come join us on this classic ride with a "reasonable" start time. Joe Hays 612-987-6868, jmhays1 at comcast-dot-net. 18 SUN 8:30 AM A/B 100 mi. Elk River Century. Depart from Elk River Woodland Hills Park parking lot located just north of the Elk river Country Club on Procter/Sherburne County 1. This could be your first Century ride of the year. The ride is 100+ miles and covers 4 Counties Sherburne, Mille Lacs, Isanti, and Anoka. Start from Elk River Woodland Trails Park parking lot. North to Santiago and rest stop. East to Princeton another rest stop. Further East to Bradford. South to St Francis and rest stop. South again to Anoka and a rest stop. West through Ramsey and return to Elk River. Mostly light traffic with few stop signs or stop lights. Country scenery with flat to rolling terrain. Some areas are very rural so carry along plenty of water and food. There will be limited SAG support with a cell phone call. Les Miner 763-441-5963 or cell Arlen Scherber 763-441-5471 or cell . 18 SUN 9:30 AM C 22-25 mi. Sunday Morning Coffee Run. Depart from Painter's Community Park, 34th & Lyndale South, Minneapolis (across from Sonny's Ice Cream). Enjoy a Sunday morning spring ride with your biking buddies out to Hopkins and back to Minneapolis traversing trails and city streets. Enjoy the crisp mornings of spring time to spring your biking muscles back into shape. See ya' there. Kevin DePratter, cell: 715-554-0072, kevin.depratter-at-yahoo-dot-com, Cindy DePratter, cell: 715-554-0072, rocky07-at-att-dot-net. 18 SUN 10:00 AM A/B 65 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. An excellent training ride for the April 25th Minnesota IRONMAN. Ice on the roads will cancel the ride. Eric Feld, 612-743-4097. 18 SUN 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 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. 18 SUN 12:00 PM A 52/76/125 mi. Hills out of Prescott. Depart from Visitor Center in Prescott, WI. Turn right (south) on WI 35 from the bridge into Prescott from MN, then right on Monroe in a mile. Noon ride start for this week only. You've heard the rumors, and the forecast looks like pain. Banned in most civilized countries, only whispered in others, HooP returns to grind its merciless carnage upon all who seek to conquer. Three medieval mileage options: bad, worse, and hors categorie. That which doesn't kill you... No restrooms at the start; they are open in the Visitor Center after the ride. There is a gas station as you enter WI. Scott Weinberg. scott dash weinberg at msn dot com. 18 SUN 12:00 PM B/C 24 mi. BLACK BEAR CROSSING. Depart from Painters Park, W 34th St & Lyndale Ave S, Minneapolis. The second of three connecting rides on the Sunday before Ironman (SUNDAY MORNING COFFEE, BLACK BEAR CROSSING, and SNAILS, TRAILS AND PUPPY DOG TAILS). A split ride! We'll head out for the Black Bear Crossing Café as soon as Kevin's ride is finished or at noon, whichever is later. After Karen and Jean's ride, we'll bike back to Painter's Park. Mapless. Ed Hassler spoke.bikenut-at-comcast-dot-net. 18 SUN 12:30 PM C 18-26 mi. Maple Grove Trail (mapless). Depart from Maple Grove Cycling (The bike shop's new location: 13950 Grove Dr. Maple Grove, MN, 55311 by the Taco Bell SE corner of Weaver Lake and I-94). Tour the trails of Rice Lake, Elm Creek, and Maple Grove. See Nature and sometimes we watch Eagles. Mapless ride, no one left behind, sociable riding. Rest stop midway and snacks at the Cub Deli after. Phil Lawson ; Steve Scott 763-560-5646; and Mary Swanstrom . 18 SUN 1:00 PM C 15-30 mi. Sunday's B - 4 Ironman (30). Depart from Historic Ft. Snelling, hiway 55 & Bloomington Rd. These are pre-Ironman rides on trails and roads, newbie's welcome. John Avoles (651) 437-3974. 18 SUN 1:30 PM B 26 mi. SNAILS, TRAILS AND PUPPY DOG TAILS. Depart from SW corner of Como Park Pavilion parking lot; 1360 Lexington Parkway N, St Paul. Heading north on trails and streets around lotsa lakes (including Snail) in the north metro. Snacks and bathrooms in Black Bear Crossing Café at ride start. This is the third of three connecting rides on the Sunday before Ironman (SUNDAY MORNING COFFEE, BLACK BEAR CROSSING and SNAILS, TRAILS AND PUPPY DOG TAILS). Jean Bentley 651-269-0509 bentleystpl-at-aol-dot-com; Karen Johnson 952-258-9115 karenj17-at-comcast-dot-net. 18 SUN 6:15 PM BIKE U - HOW TO OVERHAUL YOUR BICYCLE. Sunrise Cyclery (901 W Lake St, Minneapolis. At the corner of Lake and Bryant about 1 mile west of 35W.). This is an advanced bike maintenance class that will take you through all the steps generally taken to overhaul a bicycle. A bicycle overhaul is designed to get a bike running as smoothly as possible overall and is generally done on a neglected bike at the end/beginning of the season or on a used bike prior to selling/using it for the first time. The bike will be disassembled basically down to the frame, with all parts replaced, cleaned, and adjusted as needed. The class will be taught by Jamie McDonald, the owner of Sunrise Cyclery. Laurie Holm 612-363-6165. 19 MON 10:00 AM B/C 28-33 mi. Les Miserables (Shoreview). Depart from Shoreview - Fresh & Natural Foods, 1075 Mn Co Rd 96, St Paul 55126 (at Lexington). Les Mis is a newly developed ride that passes many lakes mostly on relatively flat, good road surfaces, with miserable scenery.(Smiley) This loop ride passes thru Shoreview, Lino Lakes, (Victor) Hugo (hence the name), Centerville, etc. Although this is a mapless ride, a free cue sheet will be provided. Come on out and ride the maiden voyage! Money back guarantee. . .(smiley) Directions to the ridestart:-From 610 folo Mn 10 East, S on 35W, CR 10 E or S, and E on 96, L on Lex & R into lot From 694 N on Lexington, X - 96, R into lot Park under the SHOREVIEW VILLAGE MALL sign near 96. John Ford juan4datgmail-dot-com(c)763-398-9710 Irene Erickson jieric at comcast-dot-net (c)651-261-1977. 19 MON 11:00 AM C 28 mi. Mendota to Minneapolis. Depart from Big Rivers Regional trailhead, Olson Memorial Highway & Mendota Heights road, Mendota Heights. An easy, flat, all-trail ride. Take Cedar Ave. south across the river and turn north on Hwy 13 (toward St. Paul) about three miles to Mendota Heights Road. Turn left on Mendota Heights Road a half block to the parking lot at the airport overlook. The ride will cross the Mendota bridge, follow the Minnehaha Trail around Lakes Harriet and Calhoun (with rest stop at Harriet), follow the Greenway east (with a rest stop at Freewheel's Midtown store) to West River Road, then follow the new path back to Minnehaha Fall, Fort Snelling and back to the Big Rivers trailhead. Don Picard, donbike-at-mac-dot-com, 612-840-2534 (cell). 19 MON 11:00 AM A/B 28-35 mi. Orange Express. Depart from County Cycles 2700 Lexington Ave. North Roseville. Same as always with maybe a few changes to avoid the worse potholes..Notice the 11 start time for March and April. Michael McNutt 651 208 3185 Bikermichael-at-comcast-dot-net. 19 MON 5:30 PM B 25 -34 mi. Minnetonka Meander - Spring Edition. Depart from Minnetonka Civic Center, Ice Arena A lot (3401 Williston Road). A pleasant evening ride around Lake Minnetonka. Jon Koser 952-210-1124 and Dick Hartmann 952-545-6151. 19 MON 5:45 PM A/B 25 or 30 mi. Spring Brake (Mendota Heights). Depart from Mendota Plaza located 1/2 mile east of 35E on Hwy 110 and Dodd Road (750 Highway 110). Three river crossings, Minnehaha Falls and Fort Snelling State Park are some highlights on this ride. New riders welcome with leaders supporting an A/B level pace. Most of the route is flat, but a few gradual climbs will be encountered. Jeff Johnson & Patt Seleen 651-552-9131. 19 MON 6:00 PM B/C 20-25 mi. MELLOW MONDAY. Depart from Upper Lot of Long Lake Regional Park Main Pavilion in New Brighton. Route Varies Weekly and it maybe Map or Mapless join us for a casual mellow ride around northern suburbs. This a stay together ride. Weather will dictate the miles. Mike Daniels 651-690-0190 Cell 651-261-6516, Kay Mitchell 612-801-6151, Dave Swaab 612-709-1174.. 20 TUE 9:30 AM C 24mi Pieces of Eight. Depart from Crosby Farm Park, bottom of hill at intersection of Crosby Farm Road, Gannon Road, and Shepard Road, St. Paul. The ride will make a figure of eight around the Mississsippi River and St. Paul. Lunch stop at Cossetta's, but feel free to bring your own sandwich. If weather is a concern, please call ride leaders before coming to the ride to see if it has been cancelled. Nancy Welsh 952-456-9260 and Ed Hassler . 20 TUE 10:00 AM A/B 26-70 mi. Gateway Express. Depart from Maplewood Community Center, 2100 White Bear Ave., Maplewood MN, 55109. Please park at the south end of the parking lot. Water and bathrooms avilable at the community center. This ride features the Gateway Trail, a scenic, shaded, and little wind trail. The ride has extensions into scenic Washington County. The easiest ride is doing the Gateway Trail out to Pine Point and back - 26 mi. Ride leader chooses which extensions to ride. Good maps and cue sheets of extensions provided. All riders are welcome. To reach the ride: From State Hwy 36 exit White Bear Ave., and go South approx., 1.5 mi. Maplewood Community Center is on the east side of White Bear Ave. Jack Uttermark, Cell:612-670-5902, Email: jumark-at-earthlink-dot-net Richard Miller, 651-777-6147, Email: Litespeed525-at-aol-dot-com. 20 TUE 11:00 AM A/B 35-45 mi. Tuesday Tuneup. Depart from Minnetonka City Hall, 1/2 mile west of I-494 on Minnetonka Blvd & Williston Rd, NW parking lot by the ice arena. Google map: 3401 Williston Rd, Minnetonka, MN 55345. Five sensational routes to the lake, neighborhoods and beyond. Includes rolling hills with a friendly rest stop. Self sufficient B riders are strongly encouraged to come on out. Chuck Sunder 612-285-1946 chucksunder-at-hotmail-dot-com. 20 TUE 5:30 PM B 25-30 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. Rest stop provided. Ride will be cancelled dependent upon weather related road conditions. Please check the message board if there is a question. Jim Dohogne, 763-862-1411; dohogne-at-msn-dot-com. 20 TUE 5:45 PM A/B 36/33/29/24 mi. The Acapulco Ride. Depart from Valley Ridge Mall, Stillwater. From I-694, go east 6.5 mi on Hwy 36. Left on Washington Ave. Prompt right on frontage road 1/4 mile to the Acapulco Restaurant. (1240 West Frontage Road, 55082). Riding the Acapulco in spring... now what could be more delightful than that? A flat beginning and end, with the lovely hills of Afton in between. Leader will set an easy pace for the first three miles to ensure a proper warm-up. Dinner afterward. If rain (snow?) is predicted, ride may be canceled at the leaders discretion, so call ahead if in doubt. *** The first two rides on March 30th and April 6th will be limited to a maximum of 29 miles. *** NO ride on TUESDAY, April 13th. It will be on THURSDAY, April 15th instead. Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676. 20 TUE 6:00 PM A/B 27-32 mi. Gears Tears & Fears. Depart from Temple of Aaron, 616 Mississippi River Blvd S, St Paul, MN 55116. With the longer days we are now back to the regular start time! 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. 4/20-Joe Hays 612-987-6868, jmhays1 at comcast-dot-net. 4/27-Tom Lenzmeier (651)734-5340 tlenzmeier-at-gmail-dot-com. 20 TUE 6:00 PM B 20+ mi. Loopy in Maple Grove (Maple Grove). Depart from Maple Grove Cycling (new location!!!) 13950 Grove Drive Maple Grove, MN 55311 (763) 420-8878 On I-94 west, take Weaver Lake Road exit, MGC is just to the east. OK, so we're a little loopy up here! For our first ride, we may go mapless and just hang together. (we usually stay together anyway!) This ride will become somewhat longer as we gain daylight hours. We'll stay in the Maple Grove/Plymouth area for the most part. Joe McCusker 612-2010480 Greg Anderson 763-509-0602 (texting OK). 21 WED 9:45 AM C 24 mi. Cruise to Birchwood. Depart from Hopkins Depot Coffeehouse parking lot located at Hwy 169 and Excelsior Blvd. Cruise to Birchwood via Hutchinson Spur and Greenway. Our lunch destination is the Birchwood Cafe and its excellent eclectic menu. Leader: Duane Kasper, 952-448-1608 and Co-Leader Clareyse Nelson. Cell at the ride 952-412-5654. 21 WED 10:00 AM C 20-25 mi. Champlin Midmorning Ramble-mapless. Depart from Trailhead Cycle and Fitness 114th and Hwy 169 Champlin, MN Behind the BP station. Various routes thru Champlin, Coon Rapids, Brooklyn Park, and Maple Grove. 90 percent of the ride is usually on bike paths and 10 percent on the quiet streets of the above townships. Lunch options after the ride, and mid-ride break are standard features. Great fellowship and noone left behind are Premium extras. Mary Swanstrom Burway Swanstrom Phillip Lawson . 21 WED 10:00 AM B/C 32 mi. THE BRIDGES OF RICE CREEK. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Ave. N. across from Har Mar Mall in Roseville. The route crosses Rice Creek 8 times (count'em). We will ride up Lexington to Rice Creek Regional Trail Park in Shoreview. After passing through the park we will follow the trail through the old Army Ammunition Plant. After a break at McDonald's in Mounds View for the leader's senior coffee we will ride the Rice Creek Regional West Trail and finally make our way back past Long Lake, Valentine Lake and Lake Johanna. Don Hopkins, , Nancy Welsh 952-456-9260. 21 WED 10:00 AM A/B 25-63 mi. Miles From Maplewood. Depart from Maplewood community center 2100 White Bear Ave, about a half mile south of hwy 36. Ride the beautiful roads of washinton county. There are four mileage options with a reststop in Afton for the two longer routes. Self sufficient B riders welcome. ricard miller . 21 WED 4:30 PM B 13 mi. Half-SLP. Depart from OVERFLOW Parking lot (NOTE - NOW USING THE "SUMMER" PARKING LOT LOCATION!) for Erik's Bike Shop, across Texas Ave from the bike shop located at Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. We'll ride mostly on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the west metro area. A little ride to stretch the legs or in addition to the 6:00 ride offering from the same location. No Rest Stop on this ride, rest is in between this ride and the 6:00 ride at Erik's. Mike Beadles, . 21 WED 6:00 PM B 14-24 mi. SLP'ing Out. Depart from OVERFLOW Parking lot (NOTE - NOW USING THE "SUMMER" PARKING LOT LOCATION!) for Erik's Bike Shop, across Texas Ave from the bike shop located at Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. We'll ride mostly on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the west metro area. My goal is to have a different map for each ride. For those concerned about reading the map/cue sheet correctly, remember that you are always more than welcome to ride with me at a B pace and you will definitely not get lost! Ride's mileage will increase as sunset time becomes later each week. Mike Beadles, . 21 WED 6:00 PM A 20+ mi. Wednesday Evening Riders Group -mapless-. Depart from Freewheel Midtown Bike Center on the Greenway. 29th Street and 10th Ave South Minneapolis. "A" Group ride no map. Will ride an A pace with no rest stop. Routes will vary from trail to roads and parkways. Riders should bring lights in case of a mechanical. We will do our level best to keep the group together, road or cycle cross bikes suggested for this ride. Distance will increase as does the sunlight in the evening. Randall Huskamp . 21 WED 6:00 PM A/B 20-25 mi. The Whole Enchilada!. Depart from the Roseville Professional Center (2233 Hamline Ave N, or SW corner of Hwy 36 and Hamline Ave in Roseville.) Park at the west end of the lot. Ride past area lakes and parks of Roseville and the surrounding area on this flat - gently rolling route. Join your compadres afterwards at La Casita or other establishment for fun and refueling. Andele! Andele! Epa! Epa! Yeehah!!! Mary Derks . 22 THU 9:30 AM B/C 26/36 mi. A Fresh Start (Shoreview). Depart from Shoreview, Fresh & Natural Foods, 1075 Minnesota County Road 96,Saint Paul 55126 (at Lexington Av). This is a newly developed ride that passes many lakes and streams, mostly on relatively flat, good road surfaces.. An easy shortcut provides a connection to the rest of the route for those wanting to ride the short option. This loop ride passes thru Shoreview, Circle Pines, Lino Lakes, and Centerville. Although this is a mapless ride, an accurate and simple cue sheet will be provided. Faster riders welcome. Directions to ridestart:- From the west:- 610 folo Mn 10 East, S on 35W, S on 10, E on 96, L on Lex & R into lot From 694 N on Lexington, X - 96, R into lot Park near the tall SHOREVIEW VILLAGE CENTER sign near 96. John Ford Irene Erickson . 22 THU 10:00 AM B/C 33 mi. LITTLE CANADA: BATTLE CREEK. Depart from The Taste of Scandinavia in The Market Place Center, 2900 Rice Street, 1/2 mile north of County Road C. We will ride from Little Canada as far south as the Mississippi River and Battle Creek Indian Mounds Park. The leader will average 12 MPH, but not on some of the hills up Battle Creek and its neighborhood. Don Hopkins, . 22 THU 11:00 AM A/B 25-40 mi. City Explorer (MPLS). Depart from Parking lot at Lake Harriet bandshell. Park free on the street or ride to the ride. Varying routes to Eden Prairie, Plymouth, St. Paul or north Mineapolis. Includes a rest stop. Katie Angle . 22 THU 5:45 PM A/B 36/33/29/24 mi. Ride from Aristo's (Stillwater). Depart from Aristo's Greek Restaurant, 1180 West Frontage Road, Stillwater. From I-694, go east 6.5 mi on Hwy 36. Left on Washington Ave. Prompt right on frontage road 1/4 mile to Aristo's. (Just past the Acapulco). Come check out the new Greek Restaurant in Stillwater! The food is excellent and very reasonably priced. For now, this ride will share the Acapulco Ride route to Afton. Hope to see you there! Rain may cancel, call ahead if in doubt. Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676. 22 THU 6:00 PM B 20-25 mi. APRIL BRINGS MORE THAN SHOWERS. Depart from Silverwood Park ( the newest Three Rivers Park) 2500 County Road E. St. Anthony, MN 55421. Telephone 763.694.7707. Mighty fine rides will go in all directions offering different scenery, an occasional trail and the possibility of an unusual rest stop. A mix of urban and suburban routes. Moderate paced, social ride that hangs together. Good ride for new members. Map or mapless pending changing routes. Ride start locations is north a few blocks of Cub Foods-Walmart. Silverwood Park is on the SW corner of Silver Lake Road and County Road E. Entrance to park is on County Road E. Park at the main pavilion parking lot. Coffee bar with goodies and restroom available. Mary Miller, and Dan Miller, . 22 THU 6:00 PM A/B 22-30 mi. Thighs Sighs and Cries (Eden Prairie). Depart from Parking lot in front of Woody's Grill at Shady Oak Rd and City West Pkwy in Eden Prairie. Bathroom available at SuperAmerica across the street. A long-time western metro favorite. Join us as we experience the rolling hills of Eden Prairie and Minnetonka. A great hill training ride, with shorter options. You'll sigh and cry as you build up your thighs! Scott Larson . 22 THU 6:00 PM A/B 20 to 25 mi. Around Elk River. Depart from Elk River Woodland Trails parking lot off of Sherburne County Road 1 near the Elk River Country Club. We'll start from the Woodland Trails parking lot. We will follow a variety routes with few stop lights or stop signs. Riding will be in rolling country side and on roads with wide shoulders with little traffic. We will pass around Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge. For those interested, we can meet at the Elk River Country Club Bar and Grill after the ride. In the event of poor weather call Les or Arlen . Les Miner and Arlen Scherber . 23 FRI 10:00 AM A/B 29/47/63 mi. Fri Metric. Depart from south end of Sucker Lake (parking lot off county F) From 694, exit to Rice St. North on Rice to CR F. Right on CR F aprox. 1/2 mi. to park entrance (on left) There is a satellite restroom-no water. Try this classic ride to Marine on St Croix with rest stops at Pine Point and the General Store Richard Miller . 23 FRI 10:30 AM C 20-25 miles Friday on the Bike featuring Trails & Lakes. Depart from Lake Nokomis Community Center "OVERFLOW" Parking Lot 2401 East Minnehaha Parkway, Mpls. Time to pump up the tires and start rolling. We will be riding on streets and trails. If it raining, snowing, the trails/streets are snow or ice covered or the temperature is below 35 degrees, ride will be cancelled. There will be a "light" refreshment stop - bring snacks and water. June Johnson . 23 FRI 3:30 PM A/B 40 or so Just Plain Friday. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 8006 Minnetonka Blvd., St Louis Park NW corner of Texas Ave and Minnetonka Blvd. Head west towards Maple Plain on a rolling road ride thru the western suburbs. Some new routes and some old familiar. Depending on who shows up, the pace can get a little quick, but all self-sufficient riders welcome! Short cuts available. Its a fair weather ride during April, call if in doubt. George Hagemann, . Jon Koser, 4/23, . 23 FRI 6:00 PM Night-B 15-25 mi. Urban Funk. Depart from Sunrise Cyclery 901 West Lake St. (SW corner of Lake & Bryant), MPLS. An urban mapless ride on bike lanes and paved trails in the heart of the Twin Cities. We will stay together and pause for coffee, soup or ice cream. Please bring your lights. Weather conditions may cancel the ride. Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall ; Paul"Thunder" Huntington ; Ed "Avoid Streets" Hassler . 23 FRI 6:00 PM A/B 30 mi. Urban Wildlife. Depart from Airport Hilton, from I-494, exit south on 34th Av, left onto American Blvd, then left at top of hill to SW corner of parking lot. Ride various pleasant routes on low-traffic roads and bike trails starting from near the Wildlife Refuge up to Harriet Island or south into Rosemount or other south-eastern metro locations. Richard Franco, . 24 SAT 7:30 AM A 50-70+ mi. Dunn Early - Mapless Group. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee East Lake Street and West River Road. This ride consists of "A" riders who are familiar with riding in a group at a strong "A" pace. We will ride longer distances that may include some good hills and we will not be afraid to challenge ourselves accordingly. New Riders are welcome to join us. If you would like to join us and have questions about riding in an "A" pace group, please feel free to contact the ride leader. We are a friendly bunch!!! Randall Huskamp . 24 SAT 8:00 AM A/B 30-45 mi. Spring Warmer. Depart from SW corner of Como Park Pavilion parking lot, just off Lexington Avenue. Now that spring is here, get a jump on your miles and get in some good training for your summer riding, Ironman or just on the day. Come on out and enjoy some riding around familiar lakes with a few hills tossed in for good measure. Weather will dictate route and distance. Richard Franco, . 24 SAT 8:00 AM C 21/31 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 around Lake Como completes the 31-mile ride. Don Hopkins . 24 SAT 9:30 AM A/B 65-75 mi; shorter option available. 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. Plum City is on US Hwy 10, about 35 miles east of Prescott, WI. Little-traveled rural roads with a few challenging hills. Watch for details on TCBC "Rides and Trips" message board during week before ride. If weather threatens, check “Ride Cancel Delay" message board at 7:00 AM or contact ride leader before 7:45 AM on morning of ride. A canceled Saturday ride will be rescheduled (via the message board) for the next day whenever feasible. Various leaders. Ride coordinator is Tony Wanschura, ajwanschura-at-gmail-dot-com, 651-224-8360. 24 SAT 9:30 AM C 22-25 mi. Springtime on the Gateway. Depart from Rear parking lot of Burger King at the corner of Highway 120/36/Century Avenue. Enjoy a Saturday morning spring ride with your biking buddies on the beautiful serene Gateway Trail. Enjoy the crisp mornings of spring time to spring your biking muscles back into shape before the rigors of summer riding kick in. See ya' there. If there is ice on the trail, the ride will cancel. Check message board and/or call ride leader if in doubt. Kevin DePratter, cell: 715-554-0072, kevin.depratter-at-yahoo-dot-com, Cindy DePratter, cell: 715-554-0072, rocky07-at-att-dot-net. 24 SAT 11:00 AM A/B 25 mi. Sonny Side Up. Depart from Sonny's Crema Cafe at 3401 Lyndale Avenue South. An urban ride mostly on roads but some trails. Stay for brunch on the piazza after the ride. Great food!, If Weather is questionable call leader or check the web site Michael Derner, 612-360-3036, mderner-at-comcast-dot-net. 24 SAT 2:00 PM A/B 36 mi. Vermillion Cotillion. Depart from Lebanon Hills Regional Park Visitors Center. The entrance is at the Intersection of Cliff Rd and N. Hay Lake Rd on the southern edge of Eagan. Come dance across the Dakota plains. Plenty of room for swing outs and flips on the paved rural roads and gentle hills. Refreshments at Vermillion. Stan Mickelsen 651-283-3310. 25 SUN 44th ANNUAL MINNESOTA IRONMAN RIDE. Non-TCBC, but TCBC mileage credit given. See March newsletter for info on registering and volunteering or http://ironmanbikeride-dot-org/. 25 SUN 11:00 AM A/B 45 mi. OUT PAST LORETTO. Depart from the Spring Gate Shopping Center at Highway 100 and Duluth Street in Golden Valley. Not doing the Ironman, then join us for a bike ride with rolling hills and quiet country roads. Rest stop at the Balckwater Cafe in Maple Plain. 32 mile shortcut option. Susan Evan 612-729-1441 bikersusan-at-hotmail-dot-com; Chuck Sunder 612-285-1946 chucksunder-at-hotmail-dot-com. 25 SUN 12:00 PM A 52/76/125 mi Hills out of Prescott. Depart from Visitor Center in Prescott, WI. Turn right (south) on WI 35 from the bridge into Prescott from MN, then right on Monroe in a mile. You've heard the rumors, and the forecast looks like pain. Banned in most civilized countries, only whispered in others, HooP returns to grind its merciless carnage upon all who seek to conquer. Three medieval mileage options: bad, worse, and hors categorie. That which doesn't kill you... No restrooms at the start; they are open in the Visitor Center after the ride. There is a petrol station as you enter WI, 1 mile from start. Scott Weinberg: scott dash weinberg at msn dot com. 26 MON 9:30 AM B/C 26/36 mi. Open Road (Anoka). Depart from Anoka, Bunker Lake Blvd & Mn 47 Near Dunn Bros 3841 St Francis Blvd 55303. Although this ride is mapless, an accurate cue sheet is available and faster riders are welcome. An easy shortcut is on the cue sheet for riders who want the shorter route. A pleasant (depending on wind) loop ride with a few gentle hills to a rest stop in Nowthen (26 mi) and/or St Francis (36 Mi) on good country roads passing farms, horses, hawks, and alpacas. Directions to ridestart FROM the South:- N on 169, Pass Hwy 10 and follo Hwy 47N/Ferry St, watch on L about 1/2 mi after Anoka Co. Fairgrounds at Industrial Blvd/CR116 Park near corner. From the East or West- take Hwy 610 or 694, N on Hwy 169, and follow as above. John Ford 763-566-0908 juan4dgmail-dot-com cell at ride 763-398-9710. 26 MON 10:00 AM C 27 mi. Dakota Rail Regional Trail. Depart from parking lot west of Depot in Wayzata. We will bike on the Dakota Rail Trail from Wayzata to St. Bonifacius and have rest/lunch at Mackenthun’s and return. From Hwy 494 go west on Hwy 12 to Central Ave. (TH 101 North) Exit. Turn left at Central Ave. Follow Central Ave. to Lake St. Turn right on Lake Street to Grove Lane/Berry Ave. (flagpole on corner). Turn left on Grove Lane, cross tracks and parking lot is on the right. Leader Duane Kasper, 952-448-1608 and Co-Leader Clareyse Nelson. Cell at ride 952-412-5654. 26 MON 10:00 AM B/C 31 mi. RIVERS' RETURN. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Ave. N. across from Har Mar Mall in Roseville. The route goes to St. Paul via Como Avenue and crosses the river on the Wabasha Bridge. It returns up the rivers by the Lilydale Road and Big Rivers Trail, over the Mendota Bridge to Fort Snelling and on to Minnehaha Park for a rest stop. From there it continues on up the river to the Stone Arch Bridge and finally back to Roseville on the Minneapolis Diagonal Trail. Don Hopkins, . 26 MON 11:00 AM A/B 28-35 mi. Orange Express. Depart from County Cycles 2700 Lexington Ave. North Roseville. Same as always with maybe a few changes to avoid the worse potholes..Notice the 11 start time for March and April. Michael McNutt 651 208 3185 Bikermichael-at-comcast-dot-net. 26 MON 5:30 PM B 25 -34 mi. Minnetonka Meander - Spring Edition. Depart from Minnetonka Civic Center, Ice Arena A lot (3401 Williston Road). A pleasant evening ride around Lake Minnetonka. Jon Koser 952-210-1124 and Dick Hartmann 952-545-6151. 26 MON 6:00 PM A/B 25 or 30 mi. Spring Brake (Mendota Heights). Depart from Mendota Plaza, located 1/2 mile east of 35E on Hwy 110 and Dodd Road(750 Hwy 110). Three river crossings, Minnehaha Falls and Fort Snelling State Park are some of the highlights on this ride. Recover from the weekend rides on this route which is mainly flat with a few gradual climbs. Leaders will support an A/B level pace (16-18 mph avg). Jeff Johnson & Patt Seleen; 651-552-9131. 26 MON 6:00 PM B/C 20-25 mi. MELLOW MONDAY. Depart from Upper Lot of Long Lake Regional Park Main Pavilion in New Brighton. Route Varies Weekly and it maybe Map or Mapless join us for a casual mellow ride around northern suburbs. This a stay together ride. Weather will dictate the miles. Mike Daniels 651-690-0190 Cell 651-261-6516, Kay Mitchell 612-801-6151, Dave Swaab 612-709-1174.. 27 TUE 10:00 AM A/B 26-70 mi. Gateway Express. Depart from Maplewood Community Center, 2100 White Bear Ave., Maplewood, MN, 55109. Please park at the south end of the parking lot. Water and restrooms available at the community center. This ride features the Gateway Trail, a scenic, shaded, and little wind trail. The ride has extensions into scenic Washington County. The easiest ride is doing the Gateway Trail out to Pine Point and back - 26 mi. Ride leader chooses which extensions to ride. Good maps and cue sheets of extensions provided. All riders are welcome. To reach the ride: From State Hwy 36 exit White Bear Ave., and go South approx., 1.5 mi. Maplewood Community Center is on the east side of White Bear Ave. Jack Uttermark, Cell: 612-670-5902, Email:jumark-at-earthlink-dot-net, Richard Miller, 651-6147, Email:litespeed525-at-aol-dot-com. 27 TUE 10:00 AM C 25-30mi Out to Emily's. Depart from Target/Cub parking lot, Minnehaha Ave and Lake St, Minneapolis. This is a MAPLESS route to Emily's in Minneapolis for brunch, through Victory Memorial Parkway, and back around the lakes and Greenway. If weather is a concern, please call ride leader before coming to the ride to see if it has been cancelled. Nancy Welsh 952-456-9260. 27 TUE 11:00 AM A/B 35-45 mi. Tuesday Tuneup. Depart from Minnetonka City Hall, 1/2 mile west of I-494 on Minnetonka Blvd & Williston Rd, NW parking lot by the ice arena. Google map: 3401 Williston Rd, Minnetonka, MN 55345. Five sensational routes to the lake, neighborhoods and beyond. Includes rolling hills with a friendly rest stop. Self sufficient B riders are strongly encouraged to come on out. Chuck Sunder 612-285-1946 chucksunder-at-hotmail-dot-com. 27 TUE 5:30 PM B 25-30 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. Rest stop provided. Ride will be cancelled dependent upon weather related road conditions. Please check the message board if there is a question. Jim Dohogne, 763-862-1411; dohogne-at-msn-dot-com. 27 TUE 5:45 PM A/B 36/33/29/24 mi. The Acapulco Ride. Depart from Valley Ridge Mall, Stillwater. From I-694, go east 6.5 mi on Hwy 36. Left on Washington Ave. Prompt right on frontage road 1/4 mile to the Acapulco Restaurant. (1240 West Frontage Road, 55082). Riding the Acapulco in spring... now what could be more delightful than that? A flat beginning and end, with the lovely hills of Afton in between. Leader will set an easy pace for the first three miles to ensure a proper warm-up. Dinner afterward. If rain (snow?) is predicted, ride may be canceled at the leaders discretion, so call ahead if in doubt. *** The first two rides on March 30th and April 6th will be limited to a maximum of 29 miles. *** NO ride on TUESDAY, April 13th. It will be on THURSDAY, April 15th instead. Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676. 27 TUE 6:00 PM A/B 27-32 mi. Gears Tears & Fears. Depart from Temple of Aaron, 616 Mississippi River Blvd S, St Paul, MN 55116. With the longer days we are now back to the regular start time! 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. 4/20-Joe Hays 612-987-6868, jmhays1 at comcast-dot-net. 4/27-Tom Lenzmeier (651)734-5340 tlenzmeier-at-gmail-dot-com. 28 WED 10:00 AM A/B 25-63 mi. Miles From Maplewood. Depart from Maplewood community center 2100 White Bear Ave, about a half mile south of hwy 36. Ride the beautiful roads of washinton county. There are four mileage options with a reststop in Afton for the two longer routes. Self sufficient B riders welcome. ricard miller . 28 WED 10:00 AM C 20-25 mi. Champlin Midmorning Ramble-mapless. Depart from Trailhead Cycle and Fitness 114th and Hwy 169 Champlin, MN Behind the BP station. Various routes thru Champlin, Coon Rapids, Brooklyn Park, and Maple Grove. 90 percent of the ride is usually on bike paths and 10 percent on the quiet streets of the above townships. Lunch options after the ride, and mid-ride break are standard features. Great fellowship and noone left behind are Premium extras. Mary Swanstrom, Burway Swanstrom, Phillip Lawson . 28 WED 4:30 PM B 13 mi. Half-SLP. Depart from OVERFLOW Parking lot (NOTE - NOW USING THE "SUMMER" PARKING LOT LOCATION!) for Erik's Bike Shop, across Texas Ave from the bike shop located at Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. We'll ride mostly on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the west metro area. A little ride to stretch the legs or in addition to the 6:00 ride offering from the same location. No Rest Stop on this ride, rest is in between this ride and the 6:00 ride at Erik's. Mike Beadles, . 28 WED 6:00 PM B 14-24 mi. SLP'ing Out. Depart from OVERFLOW Parking lot (NOTE - NOW USING THE "SUMMER" PARKING LOT LOCATION!) for Erik's Bike Shop, across Texas Ave from the bike shop located at Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. We'll ride mostly on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the west metro area. My goal is to have a different map for each ride. For those concerned about reading the map/cue sheet correctly, remember that you are always more than welcome to ride with me at a B pace and you will definitely not get lost! Ride's mileage will increase as sunset time becomes later each week. Mike Beadles, . 28 WED 6:00 PM A 20+ mi. Wednesday Evening Riders Group -mapless-. Depart from Freewheel Midtown Bike Center on the Greenway. 29th Street and 10th Ave South Minneapolis. "A" Group ride no map. Will ride an A pace with no rest stop. Routes will vary from trail to roads and parkways. Riders should bring lights in case of a mechanical. We will do our level best to keep the group together, road or cycle cross bikes suggested for this ride. Distance will increase as does the sunlight in the evening. Randall Huskamp . 28 WED 6:00 PM A/B 20-25 mi. The Whole Enchilada!. Depart from the Roseville Professional Center (2233 Hamline Ave N, or SW corner of Hwy 36 and Hamline Ave in Roseville.) Park at the west end of the lot. Ride past area lakes and parks of Roseville and the surrounding area on this flat - gently rolling route. Join your compadres afterwards at La Casita or other establishment for fun and refueling. Andele! Andele! Epa! Epa! Yeehah!!! Mary Derks . 29 THU 8:30 AM B 37/57 mi. Thursdays on the Cannon. Depart from Welch Village Trailhead (Goodhue County 7, three miles south of Hwy. 61). We’ll ride on two beautiful trails, the Cannon River Valley trail south to Red Wing, and continue on the new Hay Creek trail. It's 37 miles to the end of the Hay Creek trail and back to Welch, with a side trip to Red Wing’s Levee Park. For the optional 57-mile route, we'll tack on a 20-mile round trip to Cannon Falls and back. Don Picard, . 29 THU 9:30 AM B/C 26-36 mi. A Fresh Start (Shoreview). Depart from Shoreview, Fresh & Natural Foods, 1075 Mn Hwy 96, Saint Paul 55126 (at Lexington Av). This is a newly developed ride that passes many lakes and usually goes thru Shoreview, Circle Pines, Lino Lakes, and Centerville. Although this is a mapless ride, an accurate and simple cue sheet will be provided. Faster riders always encouraged and welcomed. Directions to ridestart:- From the west:- 610 folo Mn 10 East, S on 35W, S on 10, E on 96, L on Lex & R into lot From 694, N on Lexington, X - Hwy 96 and R into lot Park under the main sign by 96- Shoreview Village Center. John Ford Irene Erickson . 29 THU 10:00 AM B/C 42 mi. LITTLE CANADA: STILLWATER. Depart from The Taste of Scandinavia in The Market Place Center, 2900 Rice Street, 1/2 mile north of County Road C. We will ride east from Little Canada to the St. Croix River at Stillwater. After a rest stop for coffee and pastries at the Daily Grind in Stillwater there will be a climb up to Pine Point for another rest. From there it's down the Gateway and County Road C back to the Press Gym. The leader will average 12 MPH, but not on the climb out of Stillwater to Pine Point. Don Hopkins, . 29 THU 10:30 AM C 25 mi. Thursday's Ride. Depart from Mt.Olivet Church parking lot - 50th and Knox in south Mpls. We'll ride out to Golden Valley and Medicine Lake via trails of Cedar Lake, Theo. Wirth Pkwy. and Luce Line. This is a mapless ride, mostly on flat and paved trails. No gravel. Very scenic, especially if the sun shines. Bring snacks and plenty of water for mid-ride break, plus a pit stop at McDonald's on the way back. Joan Davies Ed Hassler. 29 THU 11:00 AM A/B 25-40 mi. City Explorer (MPLS). Depart from Parking lot at Lake Harriet bandshell. Park free on the street or ride to the ride. Varying routes to Eden Prairie, Plymouth, St. Paul or north Mineapolis. Includes a rest stop. Katie Angle . 29 THU 6:00 PM A/B 22-30 mi. Thighs Sighs and Cries (Eden Prairie). Depart from Parking lot in front of Woody's Grill at Shady Oak Rd and City West Pkwy in Eden Prairie. Bathroom available at SuperAmerica across the street. A long-time western metro favorite. Join us as we experience the rolling hills of Eden Prairie and Minnetonka. A great hill training ride, with shorter options. You'll sigh and cry as you build up your thighs! Scott Larson . 29 THU 6:00 PM A/B 30 mi. Cyclotherapy. Depart from Linwood Community Center, Victoria and St. Clair Ave., St. Paul, Upper Parking Lot. Join us for this moderately-paced evening ride through Swede Hollow and along some lesser-known boulevards and trails. Liesa and Shelby Miller . 29 THU 6:00 PM B 20-25 mi. APRIL BRINGS MORE THAN SHOWERS. Depart from Silverwood Park ( the newest Three Rivers Park) 2500 County Road E. St. Anthony, MN 55421. Telephone 763.694.7707. Mighty fine rides will go in all directions offering different scenery, an occasional trail and the possibility of an unusual rest stop. A mix of urban and suburban routes. Moderate paced, social ride that hangs together. Good ride for new members. Map or mapless pending changing routes. Ride start locations is north a few blocks of Cub Foods-Walmart. Silverwood Park is on the SW corner of Silver Lake Road and County Road E. Entrance to park is on County Road E. Park at the main pavilion parking lot. Coffee bar with goodies and restroom available. Mary Miller, and Dan Miller, . 29 THU 6:00 PM B 18/31 mi. Side saddle (Coon Rapids). Depart from Erik's Bike Shop 2120 Northdale Blvd. Coon Rapids. Predominately flat route through the Anoka Sand Plain. Glenn Okan . 29 THU 6:00 PM A/B 20 to 25 mi. Around Elk River. Depart from Elk River Woodland Trails parking lot off of Sherburne County Road 1 near the Elk River Country Club. We'll start from the Woodland Trails parking lot. We will follow a variety routes with few stop lights or stop signs. Riding will be in rolling country side and on roads with wide shoulders with little traffic. We will pass around Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge. For those interested, we can meet at the Elk River Country Club Bar and Grill after the ride. In the event of poor weather call Les or Arlen . Les Miner and Arlen Scherber . 30 FRI 10:00 AM A/B 29/47/63 mi. Fri Metric. Depart from south end of Sucker Lake (parking lot off county F) From 694, exit to Rice St. North on Rice to CR F. Right on CR F aprox. 1/2 mi. to park entrance (on left) There is a satellite restroom-no water. Try this classic ride to Marine on St Croix with rest stops at Pine Point and the General Store Richard Miller . 30 FRI 10:30 AM C 20-25 miles Friday on the Bike featuring Trails & Lakes. Depart from Lake Nokomis Community Center "OVERFLOW" Parking Lot 2401 East Minnehaha Parkway, Mpls. Time to pump up the tires and start rolling. We will be riding on streets and trails. If it raining, snowing, the trails/streets are snow or ice covered or the temperature is below 35 degrees, ride will be cancelled. There will be a "light" refreshment stop - bring snacks and water. June Johnson . 30 FRI 3:30 PM A/B 40 or so Just Plain Friday. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 8006 Minnetonka Blvd., St Louis Park NW corner of Texas Ave and Minnetonka Blvd. Head west towards Maple Plain on a rolling road ride thru the western suburbs. Some new routes and some old familiar. Depending on who shows up, the pace can get a little quick, but all self-sufficient riders welcome! Short cuts available. Its a fair weather ride during April, call if in doubt. George Hagemann, . Jon Koser, 4/23, . 30 FRI 6:00 PM Night-B 15-25 mi. Urban Funk. Depart from Sunrise Cyclery 901 West Lake St. (SW corner of Lake & Bryant), MPLS. An urban mapless ride on bike lanes and paved trails in the heart of the Twin Cities. We will stay together and pause for coffee, soup or ice cream. Please bring your lights. Weather conditions may cancel the ride. Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall ; Paul"Thunder" Huntington ; Ed "Avoid Streets" Hassler . 30 FRI 6:00 PM A/B 30 mi. Urban Wildlife. Depart from Airport Hilton, from I-494, exit south on 34th Av, left onto American Blvd, then left at top of hill to SW corner of parking lot. Ride various pleasant routes on low-traffic roads and bike trails starting from near the Wildlife Refuge up to Harriet Island or south into Rosemount or other south-eastern metro locations. Richard Franco, . |