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1 WED 10:00 AM C 30-35 mi. LAKE WOBEGON TRAIL. Depart from City Office / Library parking lot in Albany, MN. From Hwy I-94, take exit #147 north onto 8th St to first stop sign. Turn right (antique store on corner) and continue about 5 blocks to parking lot. We'll bike paved trails leading to Freeport for a caramel roll + pie stop and then to Holdingford spur and extension with lunch stop en route at Lake Wobegon Cafe, then return to Albany. Ambassador Gary Ask 763-878-2844; Herb Schultz, .
1 WED 10:30 AM A/B 40-65 mi; shortcut options available. WILDS OF WI. Depart from Wisconsin Visitor Center just off exit 2 of I-94 in Hudson, WI. Variety of routes along traffic-free country roads. Self-sufficient B riders welcome, SCENIC RIDERS ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED. Due to location, if weather is at all questionable, call leader at 651-690-2100 before coming to start. If (and only if) ride is cancelled, there will be a message to that effect on my answering machine after 9:30 Wed. morning. Sue Blum, .
1 WED 5:30 PM A/B 38-42 mi. WEDNESDAY EVENING RIVER FALLS RAMBLE. Depart from parking lot behind "The Route" bike shop in River Falls, WI. A regular weekly ride from River Falls. Primarily low volume township and county roads. Beautiful Wisconsin scenery. We use several different routes over hill and dale during the month for variety. Steve O'Rourke, .
1 WED 6:00 PM B 25-35 mi. SLP'ING OUT. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd (between 100 & 169) and Texas Av in St Louis Park. Will be a map, but those that want to stay together with me, there is an option me to ride this evening group ride at the B-ride "recovery" pace, on which we will average almost exactly 14 MPH, mostly on paved trails and bicycle lanes. Meet the group furthest out in the parking lot straight out from 1 the store's entrance door, as Erik's "A" team meets right by the front door and has the same ride start time but would be much faster. Mike Beadles, .
1 WED 6:00 PM B/C 25-30 mi. "THUNDER ROLLS". Depart from Sunrise Cyclery 3031 2nd Ave. So. Mpls. (Lake St & 35W). A nice ride on the trails and roads around the lakes and to Hopkins. Burleys and Trail-A-Bikes welcome. All riders and passengers must wear a helmet. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington or , Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall .
1 WED 6:00 PM A/B 25-35 mi. THE WHOLE ENCHILADA!. Depart from the Roseville Professional Center, SW corner of Hwy 36 and Hamline Av in Roseville (2233 Hamline Ave N). Park at the west end of the lot. Ride past area lakes and parks with the Speedy Gonzalezes of the group or at a more leisurely pace. Join your compadres afterwards at La Casita, home of the 99 cent taco, for fun and refueling. Andele! Andele! Epa! Epa! Yeehah!! Mary Derks, .
1 WED 6:00 PM B 20-35 mi. RIDING FROM RICHFIELD. Leave on this ever-evolving evening adventure as the last bell rings from the steeple of the Richfield’s Woodlake Lutheran Church at 76th and Oliver Ave in Richfield. Enjoy the variety as you experience a themed new and different route each and every time. David Gepner ,
2 THU 9:30 AM B/C 20/40 mi. THURSDAYS ON THE CANNON. Depart from Welch Village trailhead. We’ll bike to the Red Wing trailhead, then return to Welch for a pit stop, and then on to Cannon Falls for lunch at The Stone Mill. Finally, on a full and satisfied stomach, we’ll ride the 10 miles downhill back to Welch. $3 daily permit or $15 season pass required. Don Picard, . 952-894-3431. Mobile phone at ride: 612-396-3884.
2 THU 10:00 AM C 22/35 mi. GATEWAY GETAWAY SOCIAL RIDE. Depart from BK / Burger Konig. It's located at 120/Century und Hwy 36. Its an all paved scenic straight trail. Please park to the rear of the parking lot. (just keep an eye out for the black forest green panzervagon - VW Euro van). Rest stop at the end of the trail. Optional Mittagessen after the ride at the "BK". Any questions? You know how to call. Note: Hwy 36 is totally under construction from White Bear Ave. to 120/Century Ave. Augie aka "The Gus Meister" Muller, fon 651-770-5065.
2 THU 10:00 AM A/B 37 mi. CITY EXPLORER. Depart from Lake Harriet Band Shell parking lot in Minneapolis (or near there). With Lake Harriet as our base, we'll venture out and explore the beautiful metro area. Self-sufficient B riders welcome. Kelly Hazel, 612-588-3653, kellyhazel at msn dot com.
2 THU 10:00 AM C 20/25 mi. TRIP TO TIN FISH. Depart from Hopkins Depot Coffee House lot at Excelsior Blvd, one block east of Hwy 169. We'll bike paved trails from Hopkins Depot Coffee House and have an en route lunch stop at Tin Fish. Herb Schultz, .
2 THU 10:00 AM C 20+/- mi. CHAMPLIN MIDMORNING RAMBLE. Depart from Trailhead Cycling and Fitness, 11351 Aquila Dr (114th and US 169, Champlin, MN, 763-712-0312). Park on the north side of the cycle shop. This ride uses paved trails and low traffic streets along the Mississippi River, Coon Rapids Dam, and Elm Creek Park Preserve. Mid-ride break and lunch possibilities after ride. Phillip Lawson, 612-554-1340.
2 THU 5:45 PM A/B 26 or 31 mi. THURSDAY THERAPY. Improve your relationship with your bike on a scenic ride through northern Dakota County. Depart from the parking lot of HealthPartners, corner of Wabasha and Plato, across the Wabasha Street Bridge from downtown St. Paul. Park at the west end of the lot, farthest from the building. Various leaders. Tony Wanschura, .
2 THU 6:00 PM A/B 25-35 mi. THE HEIGHTS NORDEAST TO NORTHEAST. Depart from NE corner of Cub Foods lot, Silver Lake Village Center, Silver Lake Rd just N of 37th Ave NE (CR D) in St Anthony Village. Route and mileage will vary, in keeping with the theme of good roads and great scenery. All welcome, but bring a friend if you ride less than a B pace. , .
2 THU 6:00 PM A/B 22/30 mi. THIGHS, SIGHS, CRIES. Depart from parking lot in front of Woody's Grill at Shady Oak Rd and City West Pkwy in Eden Prairie. 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. Self-sufficient B riders welcome. You'll sigh and cry but your thighs will thank you! NOTE: Restroom facilities at SuperAmerica on Shady Oak Rd across from Woody's. Dianne Bell, , ; Mike Beadles, , Scott Larson, scottglarson@comcast.net, 651-455-0749.
2 THU 6:00 PM B 21-28 mi. GREAT GOOGLY MOOGLY. Depart from University of St. Thomas main lot, NE corner of Cretin and Summit Aves, St. Paul. A summertime tradition exploring the Mississippi River and the Roseville Reservoir; different route during State Fair time. Julie Kosbab, 651-253-2493. julie-at-rideboldly.org.
2 THU 6:00 PM B 20-25 mi. A DUTCH TREAT. Depart from Plymouth Station Shopping Center, Highway 55 and County 24 in Plymouth, 2 mi west of I-494. Park at north end by the tower. Scenic backroads of Medina, Maple Plain, Loretto, and Hamel. Rolling Hills. Socialize over a light meal at Panera's after the ride. (Map to start: http://zzzurn.com/maps/plymouthstation.html) Your Leaders: Kay Mitchell and Evie Walters .
2 THU 6:00 PM A 3-30 mi. EXTREME TSC. Depart from Grace Church parking lot near Hilltop Ave at Eden Prairie Rd, just south of Pioneer Trail. WARNING: this is an "EXTREME" version of "Thighs Sighs and Cries" in which we do ONLY the extremely hilly 3-mile loop (limit 10 loops) from TSC that includes steep 14+% uphill on Eden Prairie Rd. Decide at the end of each loop whether to quit or continue. Will be 1st Thursday each month & concurrently with regularly scheduled TSC. Also extra loops mileage credit for those doing full TSC map, find MR BIKEY blue van in Church parking lot BY 8:00 PM. Mike Beadles, .
2 THU 6:00 PM B 21-28 mi. GREAT GOOGLY MOOGLY. Depart from University of St. Thomas main lot, NE corner Cretin & Summit Aves, St. Paul. A summertime tradition exploring the Mississippi River and the Roseville Reservoir; different route during State Fair time. Julie Kosbab, 651-253-2493, julie-at-rideboldly.org. (Web Ride)
3 FRI 9:30 AM C 20/25 mi. LAKES AND RIVERS ROUNDABOUT. Depart from Minnehaha Falls parking lot (North of Pavilion). Park free on streets or pay to park in lot. Social ride along rivers and lakes of Minneapolis with lunch stop en route. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at Ride, 952-334-5382.
3 FRI 10:00 AM A/B 28-63 mi. MMVII METRIC. Depart from Vadnais-Sucker Lake Park, 4500 Rice St. 55127, north parking lot. Try the ride to Marine on St. Croix with a tasty sandwich at the General Store or a shorter version if it's too hot, windy, wet or you don't have time. Katie Angle 8/24, Lee Thielman 8/10, Dave Pfuhl 8/3 & 8/31, Michael McNutt 8/17.
3 FRI 3:00 PM AB 44 mi. FRIDAYS TO THE LAKE. Depart from Erik's bike shop, NW corner of Minnetonka Blvd. and Texas Ave. in St Louis Park. Head west to Lake Independence on a somewhat challenging, varied-terrain ride thru the western suburbs. Rest stop at the Retro in Loretto. Route and distance will vary slightly each week. Short cut options available. George Hagemann, home, , gphagemann@earthlink.net. (Web Ride)
3 FRI 6:00 PM AB 25-35 mi. FRIDAY CENTRAL. Depart from West side of Langford Park Bldg, which is southwest of the intersection of Como and Raymond Avenues in St. Paul just W of the State Fairgrounds. You turn S on Scudder and then R to Langford or turn b/4 or after the railroad overpass on Raymond at Blake St & W to Langford Park. For those of you unfamiliar with the area, it is easiest to get to St Anthony Park (SAP) from So Mpls in rush hour by taking Marshall Ave. (Lake St) East across the River and then turn north at the country club and proceed up Pelham to Myrtle & turn R and to Raymond Ave L (N) and to Blake & L to Langford Park. Coming from downtown Mpls, it is easiest to take 4th St to the U of M and exit the first R after the River by Coffman Student Union and then wind through the U of M, heading north until you can take a right at Kasota Ave & follow it over to Raymond Ave. and N (L) to Blake St and L (W) to Langford Park. We'll take a nice relaxing Friday route on some of our favorite roads around St Paul and Roseville -- River Road, Edgcombe Rd, Summit, Como, Victoria, N Owasso -- lube that chain and fly! Then we'll dine at Bascalli's on wood-fired, brick oven Italian delicacies. , .
3 FRI 6:00 PM B 25-30 mi. TGIF DINNER SERIES. Depart from Burnet Realty at Highway 96 and Hodgson Rd in North Oaks. North on Village Center Drive, park in the rear lot. Optional post-ride dinner at Panino's. Map to start: http://www.zzzurn.com/maps/burnshore.html. Aug 3: Lee Thielman, ; Aug 10: Susie Anderson, ; Aug 17 & 31: Tom and Dona Devine, ; Aug 24: Hugh Gitlin, .
3 FRI 6:00 PM B 20-25 mi. "MIGHTY MOOSE". Depart from Moose Country Eatery 857 Hwy 13 Lilydale. Bring your climbing legs, we will climb a few hills in St. Paul. But the best part of all we will have some very nice down hills too. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington , Catherine "STAT CAT" Roach , Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall . (Web Ride)
4 SAT 6:30 AM AB 52/64/84 mi. COON RAPIDS RIVER RIDE REVISED. Depart from Eriks Bike Shop 2120 Northdale Blvd NW Coon Rapids MN 55433. Get up early and enjoy the day!! If you finish and haven't had enough for the day, Double up go for another loop. Attention, The Hanson Blvd bridge is now being rebuilt. As a detour to get to the shop, you need to take Hwy 10 to 242 (Main Street) then go west towards Anoka, take a left on Northdale Blvd, follow Northdale to stop lights by the BK, then take a right at stop light and join us in front of Eriks. Jeff Hofstede 763-516-2150 jeff_hofstede@yahoo.com. (Web Ride)
4 SAT 7:30 AM B 35-45 mi. HAR-MARTIAN. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Ave. N., Roseville (across from Har Mar Mall, next to McDonald's). This ride features a variety of routes, each guaranteed to include at least one lake, one trail, and one rest stop with decent snacks. Make the most of your Saturday--get up and ride while it's still cool! Self-sufficient B/C riders most welcome. Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175, hansonca96@comcast.net.
4 SAT 9:00 AM C 25-30 mi. "GREAT ROLLS". Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co. 534 Selby Ave St Paul (PARK in lot across from store or on the street). We will meet at Great Harvest for Breakfast rolls at 7:30 AM. They make a roll with hash browns, cheddar cheese and scrambled eggs rolled up in a wheat dough, mm mm good!! Please call ahead so we can make sure there is enough for everyone. Oh yeah, the ride will be a nice slow scenic ride around St. Paul. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington cell 651-2854224; Pete "THE HAMMER Hall AND OTHERS.
4 SAT 9:00 AM B 20-25 mi. SONNY SIDE UP. Depart from Sonny's Ice Cream (Crema Cafe) at 3401 Lyndale Ave. So. Stay for brunch on the piazza after the ride. Great food! Your Leaders: Kay Mitchell and Evie Walters .
4 SAT 9:30 AM B 33-37 mi. AFTON/ELMO. Scenic with some big hills. Leave from Ojibway Park in Woodbury. From 494, go southeast at Lake Road interchange, turn east on Courtley Road, and right on Ojibway Drive. Doug Nelson, 651-639-9917.
4 SAT 9:30 AM AB 60 mi. AFTON'S NICE... BETTER TWICE.. Depart from Valley Ridge Mall on Hwy. 36, Stillwater. See the Tuesday Acapulco Ride listing for directions.. This will be a laid back A/B ride at about a 16 to 17 mph average. Some wonderful hills to climb. But don't worry, we WILL regroup at the top as long as you can HOLD this average speed. One (under 10 minute) stop going out, and a more relaxed (coffee on the deck) stop coming back, both in Afton. A great warm-up for the Wisconsin Hill rides. Lot's of fun, so come along! Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676. (Web Ride)
4 SAT 10:00 AM B/C 20-30 mi. DONE BY ONE. Depart from the west end of the Coldwell Banker Burnet parking lot, one block west of the junction of Lake Street and Excelsior Blvd. The lot is west of the office building at 3033 Excelsior Blvd. (South side of Excelsior). This is an easier B/C ride exploring Mpls and St. Paul roadways, parks, bikeways, and lakes, with an emphasis on bikeways! Stay after for light lunch or snack at any of the local restaurants. Tony Anthonisen, 612-743-7555 or snocrvr@comcast.net.
4 SAT 3:00 PM C 20-25 mi. "FAMILY RIDE". Depart from Sunrise Cyclery 3031 2nd Ave. So. Mpls (Lake St. & 35W). A nice laid-back leisurely family bike ride on the trails and some roads. All ages welcome. A couple stops along the way at a playground and ice cream. Burleys and tag-a-longs welcome. All riders and passengers must wear a helmet. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington , Molly SpokeGirl Lethert 651-552-9916, Judy "SPIKE" Kallestad 651-773-1101 and others.
4 SAT 3:00 PM C 25 mi. ALL ROADS LEAD TO CALDERWOOD LODGE. Depart from Gandy Dancer Trail Head in Luck Wisconsin. Take I-35 north to Forest Lake. Take US Highway 8 east to St. Croix Falls, Wisconsin. Continue on US 8 for 5 more miles then turn north onto Wisconsin 35. Go 14 miles to Luck, WI turning east onto Wisconsin 48, go 1/8 mile, trail head on south side of highway. We will traverse northern Polk County Wisconsin on beautiful county roads, passing by scenic Big Butternut Lake and ending up on the Gandy Dancer Trail (trail passes required, $3/day or $15/yr). After the ride, we will have dinner at the famous Calderwood Lodge overlooking beautiful Bone Lake (lakeside dining if the weather cooperates). Kevin DePratter, 715-554-0072, Herb Schultz, .
4 SAT 5:30 PM B 25-30 mi. SAT. NITE LIVE. Depart from Armatage Park at 57th & Russell Ave. S. in SW Mpls. This ride may include a stop for music, a visit to an unusual eatery or a climb to a sunset view. Bring an open mind, a spirit of adventure and a suggestion for next week's ride. Jeff Ramberg, .
5 SUN 6:00 AM A/AB 63, 80, 102, 152 mi. SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. Depart from Perkins Restaurant, New Brighton [zipcode 55112], 2 blks west of I-35W on Cty Rd D. 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. Note: The depart time & Ride Leader varies for each Sunday as follows: 8/5: 6:00 a.m. Steve Scholl 651-341-0597; 8/12: 6:15 a.m. Paul Huntington ; 8/19: 6:15 a.m. Richard Franco ; 8/26: 6:30 a.m. Paul Huntington .
5 SUN 8:30 AM A/B 48-55 mi. CHASKA-MAYER-CHASKA. Depart from CARIBOU COFFEE at the NE corner of Highway 41 and Pioneer Trail in Chaska. (From Eden Prairie, take either 5 to 41 and go south, or 212 to 41 and go north.) Long stretches w/ rolling hills! See beautiful Lake Waconia! Go 5 miles at a pop w/out stop signs! Map at start. Lee Stagg w-952.934.6000 / c-952.484.5642, mrleeleap@yahoo.com (Eric Feld, often co-leader).
5 SUN 9:00 AM B 32 mi. NORTHEAST WHIRL. Depart from Wells Fargo Bank parking lot at 2329 Central Ave NE, Minneapolis. Wells Fargo is on the east side of Central. We'll ride along less-traveled roads and trails in Minneapolis and adjacent suburbs. Need coffee and pastry prior to the ride? The nearest venue is the Durango Bakery about half a block north on Central. Your leader is: Alan M. Wichman, 612-789-1315 (Home) or 612-770-7244 (Mobile), email at: amwminnesota@usfamily.net.
5 SUN 9:00 AM B/C 27 mi. B' DAM'D 'N BACK. Depart from Steamworks Coffee and Tea Co, corner of 44th Ave N and Penn Av N in Minneapolis. We'll head north on Shingle Creek Trail and hook up with the North Hennepin Trail to Coon Rapids Dam for a short break, then head back along the Mississippi River Corridor Trail. Please park on neighborhood streets to the west and south, not in coffee shop parking lot. Kelly Hazel and Jim Pittenger, 612-588-3653, jbpittenger@landolakes.com.
5 SUN 9:00 AM C 25 mi. EASY DOES IT ON THE HARDWOOD CREEK TRAIL. Depart from Hardwood Creek Trail Head in Hugo (Highway 61 North, trail head in front of grain store, west side of the highway, 1/8th mile south of Subway). This is an easy out and back ride from Hugo to Stacy on the beautiful paved Hardwood Creek Trail and Sunrise Trail. There will be a rest stop in Wyoming and Stacy prior to returning to Hugo. Come for a leisurely paced social ride with optional lunch at Subway after the ride. See you there! Kevin DePratter, 715-386-2404, rocky07@att.net, cell at ride 715-554-0072.
5 SUN 9:00 AM C 20-25 mi. "GET TO KNOW DAKOTA COUNTY". Depart from Inver Grove Community Center, 8055 Barbara Ave, on 80th St., one block off Hwy 52. Come join us for a nice leisurely ride around Dakota county. Molly "SpokeGirl" Lethert 651-755-6658, Paul "THUNDER" Huntington or ,.
5 SUN 9:30 AM A/B 70-80 mi. WI HILLS MAIDEN ROCK. Depart from the park on the river in Maiden Rock, WI. Cross into Wisconsin at Prescott or Red Wing and take WI 35 south to the town of Maiden Rock on Lake Pepin, then turn towards the river on Chestnut St. Challenging hills and little-traveled rural roads. Shorter option available. Details on TCBC MSN "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. Tony Wanschura, tonyjw@mindspring.com, 651-224-8360.
5 SUN 9:30 AM A/B 54 or 67 mi. A RIDE IN THE CLOUDS. Depart from Ojibway Park in Woodbury. Exit 494 at Lake Rd and head east. At the light on Courtly, go SE (left) to Ojibway Dr, then right into the park. Note: if an event fills the lot, park at the High School which is just west of the park on Wooddale. Scenic route through Grey Cloud Island, Cottage Grove Ravine Park and the Afton area. Some hilly sections with roads that appear to rise into the clouds. Jeff Johnson & Patt Seleen 651-552-9131.
5 SUN 11:00 AM C 22 mi. FOOD, WHINE, AND FLOWERS. Depart from Thomas Lake Shopping Center. North side of Cliff Road in Eagan, between Johnny Cake Ridge Road and Pilot Knob Road. Park near Axels Bonfire restaurant, 1555 Cliff Road. A pleasant C ride, with a few moderate hills, that will tour through Rosemont, Apple Valley and Eagan. The ride includes a visit to Scherers Gardens, one of the largest and most gorgeous private flower gardens in the state, and finishes with a late lunch at the lovely outdoor patio of the Bonfire restaurant. Don Picard, . 952-894-3431; Herb Schultz, 951-941-4381. Mobile phones at ride: 612-396-3884 or 952-334-5382.
5 SUN 4:00 PM C 20-25 mi. "FAMILY RIDE". Depart from Shoreview Community Center, 4600 Victoria St. Shoreview. We will meet in the lower lot of the Shoreview Community Center, for a nice laid-back leisurely bike ride on the trails and roads of Shoreview, Arden Hills. We will make a couple stops along the way at a playground and a stop for ice cream. All age riders welcome and Burleys and Tag-a-longs welcome. All riders and passengers must wear a helmet. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington or cell ,, Molly "Spoke Girl" Lethert 651-552-9916, Judy "SPIKE" Kallestad 651-773-1101 and others.
6 MON 9:30 AM C 20/25 mi. NORTHEAST MEANDER. Depart from Webster School parking lot,/ Adams St NE & Spring St NE, (MPLS). Join us for a leisurely social ride with lunch stop at end. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at Ride, 952-334-5382.
6 MON 10:30 AM B 29/37* mi. PINK EXPRESS. Depart from County Cycles, 2700 Lexington Ave N, Roseville, 55113. Park on Woodhill Dr. A scenic ride past Owasso, Vadnais, and Bald Eagle Lakes. Leader rides at 14 mph pace. 29 mile route will have a rest stop at the Holiday gas station. *37 mile route option on August 13, 20, and 27th has its rest stop at the Pine Tree Orchard featuring strawberry treats. Which will you pick? Decide while you ride. The route splits at mile 15 and the leader rides the 37 mile route on those days. Marina Lim 651-808-5473, marina_lim@hotmail.com.
6 MON 6:00 PM A/B 28-46 mi. URBAN WILDLIFE. Depart from Airport Hilton, across the road from the Minnesota River Wildlife Center. From I-494, exit south on 34th Av, left onto American Blvd, then left into Hilton parking lot at top of hill. Ride various pleasant routes on low-traffic roads and bike trails up to Harriet Island or south into Rosemount or other southern metro locations. Mike Beadles, .
6 MON 6:00 PM B/C 30 mi. "GREAT BUNS". Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co. 534 Selby Ave. St. Paul (PARK in lot across street from store). A nice ride thru scenic St. Paul, with some hills for character building and fun. Come early and sample some bread, cookies and other delicious specials. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington or , and Catherine "STAT CAT" Roach ,.
6 MON 6:00 PM B/C 25-30 mi. MY OH MY MINNEAPOLIS. Depart from the rear parking lot of Sunrise Cyclery Bike Shop, 3031 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis 55408, on the east side of 35W and south edge of Lake St. Sample the best scenery of Minneapolis via premier bicycle routes with many paved trails and some roads. Access to shop is not guaranteed - Monday is generally Jamie's day off. However, we have lots of room in the parking lot! Join us for authentic Mexican food afterwards. Laurie Holm and Rob Mann, 612-363-6165.
6 MON 6:00 PM B 28 mi. MINNETONKA MEANDER. Depart from Minnetonka Civic Center, Ice Arena A lot (494 & Minnetonka Blvd). A pleasant evening ride around Lake Minnetonka. Jon Koser, 952-545-4133; Linda Tacke 952-932-9662; Dick Hartmann 952-545-6151.
6 MON 6:00 PM BC 20+ mi. JORDAN JOURNEY. Depart from Lagoon Park, waterfall lot, downtown Jordan. We'll take a scenic jaunt from Jordan to a nearby town (depending on weather conditions). Expect moderate hills and beautiful scenery on lightly traveled country roads. More rides will be considered if there's enough interest. Please contact first. Cell at ride 612.298.0851 Tim Bischke, timbee205@yahoo.com, 952.492.2088. (Web Ride)
6 MON DEADLINE for info for the September TCBC NEWS. E-mail schedule info to: schedule@biketcbc.org. Articles to Doug Nelson, news@biketcbc.org.
7 TUE 8:30 AM C 20 mi. BREAKFAST AT KEYS. Depart from Minnehaha Falls Parking Lot (north of pavilion). Pay to park at lot or park free on adjacent streets. Join us on a breakfast ride to Keys to rev up your week. We'll bike on paved trails and bike route streets. Ambassador: Dick Heglund, 612-374-1693; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell @ ride 952-334-5382.
7 TUE 9:00 AM BC 22/28/35/41 mi. GATEWAY EXPRESS. Depart from Depart from Burger King Parking Lot, Hwy 36 and Century Ave (Hwy 120). Note: Hwy 36 closed west of Century Ave, access the ride start via Hwy 120 or 694. This ride features the Gateway Trail (an all-paved scenic and flat trail). We will offer extensions out into Washington County lakes and farm areas, or just ride the 22 mi. Gateway Trail. Jack Uttermark, Cell:612-670-5902, Tom and Dona Devine, . (Web Ride)
7 TUE 10:00 AM A/B 40 mi. MINNEAPOLIS GRAND ROUND. Depart from Steamworks Coffee and Tea Co, corner of 44th Ave N and Penn Av N in Minneapolis. Experience the best of Minneapolis' parkways on the Grand Round Tour. Sometimes hilly, but well worth the effort. Please park on neighborhood streets to the west and south, not in the coffee shop parking lot. Self-sufficient B riders welcome. Kelly Hazel, 612-588-3653, kellyhazel at msn dot com.
7 TUE 4:00 PM A/B 28/33 mi. EARLY EDITION: TEARS, GEARS, & FEARS. Depart from 1195 St Paul Avenue (corner of St Paul Ave & Dorothea). All the tears, gears & fears of the 6 PM ride, and early enough, if you ride fast, to do it again at 6 PM. Driveway parking on Dorothea or on street. Steve Scholl, 651-341-0597, 651-699-1203, .
7 TUE 4:30 PM A/B 23 mi. PRE-BOARD FLIGHT. Depart from NE corner of the strip mall parking lot at 2801 Hamline (between cty rd C and cty rd C2) in Roseville 55113. Your chance to ride on a ride with at least one TCBC Board member on it. Got a burning issue that you'd like to discuss in person? Apologies for the "early" evening ride start time, the ride is scheduled immediately before the actual Board meeting. Mike Beadles, . (Web Ride)
7 TUE 5:45 PM C 20 mi. RIDES FROM WEBSTER SCHOOL NE (MAPLESS). Depart from Webster School parking lot, Adams St NE & Spring St NE, (MPLS). We'll bike various trails and bike friendly streets and offer a dining venue after ride. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Various Co-Leaders.
7 TUE 6:00 PM AB/BC 16/30 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 stops on ride options as available. NOTE: Hanson Boulevard is not accessible from US 10, nor is it expected to be open between Main Street/MN 242 and Bunker Lake Boulevard until November 2007. Plan your route to the ride accordingly. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne. (Web Ride)
7 TUE 6:00 PM (Note earlier departure) A/B 36/29/24 mi. THE ACAPULCO RIDE. From I-694, take Hwy 36 east for 6.5 miles to Stillwater. Turn left on Washington Ave (first stoplight past the Hwy 5 overpass) Take an immediate right on the frontage road for 1/4 mile to the Valley Ridge Mall and Acapulco Restaurant on the left. We'll roll on quiet roads to Afton, eat afterwards and just have fun. What more could you ask for? Rain may force cancellation of the ride at the leaders discretion, but we can still eat! Call if in doubt. Hey, all you strong B-riders, are you out there? We need you!!! (Note that Hwy 36 is closed through North St. Paul.) Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676.
7 TUE 6:00 PM A/B 28/33 mi. TEARS, GEARS AND FEARS. Depart from Temple Of Aaron, East Mississippi River Road, St. Paul, MN. Classic TCBC hill training ride. You will regret every calorie you ever ate. Rebecca Lawrence 612-481-4145.
7 TUE 6:00 PM C 20+/- mi. CRUISING COON RAPIDS. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop in Coon Rapids, next to Lifetime Fitness, Hanson Blvd and Hwy 10. You will not be able to exit Hwy 10 at Hanson. This ride is on paved trails and low traffic streets around Coon Rapids Dam and Mississippi River. There will be a midpoint break. Bring your own treats. After-ride socializing or eating options available. Phillip Lawson, 612-554-1340.
7 TUE 6:00 PM B 22/29 mi. TUESDAY TONIC. Depart from Edina Bike and Sport, 4504 Valley View Road, Edina 55424. Come ride Carmen's first Ride Leader Ride in the SW Metro area. Stay for a burger & a malt at Snuffy's Malt Shop after the ride. Carmen Kissel & Evie Walters . (Web Ride)
7 TUE TCBC BOARD BUSINESS MEETING. Contact Charles Breer at 651-699-2029 for info.
8 WED 9:30 AM C 20 mi. MISSISSIPPI RIVER GORGE RIDE. Depart from intersection of Summit Ave and Mississippi River Blvd, St Paul.
We'll bike Mississippi River Blvd, cross over Hwy 5 bridge, (stairs down to bridge and stairs up at Ft Snelling) then bike path through Ft Snelling to Minnehaha Falls, West River Rd to Stone Arch Bridge and return via East River Rd. Rest stop at Minnehaha Falls and lunch en route. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at Ride, 952-334-5382.
8 WED 10:30 AM A/B 40-65 mi; shortcut options available. WILDS OF WI. Depart from Wisconsin Visitor Center just off exit 2 of I-94 in Hudson, WI. Variety of routes along traffic-free country roads. Self-sufficient B riders welcome, SCENIC RIDERS ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED. Due to location, if weather is at all questionable, call leader at 651-690-2100 before coming to start. If (and only if) ride is cancelled, there will be a message to that effect on my answering machine after 9:30 Wed. morning. Sue Blum, .
8 WED 5:30 PM A/B 38-42 mi. -CANCELLED-WEDNESDAY EVENING RIVER FALLS RAMBLE. Depart from parking lot behind "The Route" bike shop in River Falls, WI. A regular weekly ride from River Falls. Primarily low volume township and county roads. Beautiful Wisconsin scenery. We use several different routes over hill and dale during the month for variety. Steve O'Rourke, .
8 WED 6:00 PM B 25-35 mi. SLP'ING OUT. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd (between 100 & 169) and Texas Av in St Louis Park. Will be a map, but those that want to stay together with me, there is an option me to ride this evening group ride at the B-ride "recovery" pace, on which we will average almost exactly 14 MPH, mostly on paved trails and bicycle lanes. Meet the group furthest out in the parking lot straight out from the store's entrance door, as Erik's "A" team meets right by the front door and has the same ride start time but would be much faster. Mike Beadles, .
8 WED 6:00 PM B/C 25-30 mi. "THUNDER ROLLS". Depart from Sunrise Cyclery 3031 2nd Ave. So. Mpls. (Lake St & 35W). A nice ride on the trails and roads around the lakes and to Hopkins. Burleys and Trail-A-Bikes welcome. All riders and passengers must wear a helmet. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington or , Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall .
8 WED 6:00 PM B 25-30 mi. WHITE BEAR LAKE LOOP. Depart from Island Lake Park in Shoreview (SW corner of 694 & Victoria). Enjoy a scenic ride past area lakes en route to, and around, White Bear Lake. Optional dinner afterwards. Mary Derks, .
8 WED 6:00 PM B 25-35 mi. PEDALING WITH MR BIKEY. We’ll leave at the regular time from the familiar Woodlake Lutheran Church, 76th and Oliver Ave in Richfield heading to a rendezvous with Mike Beadles’ St Louis Park contingent where the combined group will ride through the SW metro. David Gepner
9 THU 9:30 AM B/C 20/40 mi. THURSDAYS ON THE CANNON. Depart from Welch Village trailhead. We’ll bike to the Red Wing trailhead, then return to Welch for a pit stop, and then on to Cannon Falls for lunch at The Stone Mill. Finally, on a full and satisfied stomach, we’ll ride the 10 miles downhill back to Welch. $3 daily permit or $15 season pass required. Don Picard, . 952-894-3431. Mobile phone at ride: 612-396-3884.
9 THU 10:00 AM C 22/35 mi. GATEWAY GETAWAY SOCIAL RIDE. Depart from BK / Burger Konig. It's located at 120/Century und Hwy 36. Its an all paved scenic straight trail. Please park to the rear of the parking lot. (just keep an eye out for the black forest green panzervagon - VW Euro van). Rest stop at the end of the trail. Optional Mittagessen after the ride at the "BK". Any questions? You know how to call. Note: Hwy 36 is totally under construction from White Bear Ave. to 120/Century Ave. Augie aka "The Gus Meister" Muller, fon 651-770-5065.
9 THU 10:00 AM A/B 37 mi. CITY EXPLORER. Depart from Lake Harriet Band Shell parking lot in Minneapolis (or near there). With Lake Harriet as our base, we'll venture out and explore the beautiful metro area. Self-sufficient B riders welcome. Kelly Hazel, 612-588-3653, kellyhazel at msn dot com.
9 THU 10:00 AM C 20+/- mi. CHAMPLIN MIDMORNING RAMBLE. Depart from Trailhead Cycling and Fitness, 11351 Aquila Dr (114th and US 169, Champlin, MN, 763-712-0312). Park on the north side of the cycle shop. This ride uses paved trails and low traffic streets along the Mississippi River, Coon Rapids Dam, and Elm Creek Park Preserve. Mid-ride break and lunch possibilities after ride. Phillip Lawson, 612-554-1340.
9 THU 5:45 PM A/B 26 or 31 mi. THURSDAY THERAPY. Improve your relationship with your bike on a scenic ride through northern Dakota County. Depart from the parking lot of HealthPartners, corner of Wabasha and Plato, across the Wabasha Street Bridge from downtown St. Paul. Park at the west end of the lot, farthest from the building. Various leaders. Tony Wanschura, .
9 THU 6:00 PM A/B 25-35 mi. THE HEIGHTS NORDEAST TO NORTHEAST. Depart from NE corner of Cub Foods lot, Silver Lake Village Center, Silver Lake Rd just N of 37th Ave NE (CR D) in St Anthony Village. Route and mileage will vary, in keeping with the theme of good roads and great scenery. All welcome, but bring a friend if you ride less than a B pace. , .
9 THU 6:00 PM A/B 22/30 mi. THIGHS, SIGHS, CRIES. Depart from parking lot in front of Woody's Grill at Shady Oak Rd and City West Pkwy in Eden Prairie. 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. Self-sufficient B riders welcome. You'll sigh and cry but your thighs will thank you! NOTE: Restroom facilities at SuperAmerica on Shady Oak Rd across from Woody's. Dianne Bell, , ; Mike Beadles, , Scott Larson, scottglarson@comcast.net, 651-455-0749.
9 THU 6:00 PM B 21-28 mi. GREAT GOOGLY MOOGLY. Depart from University of St. Thomas main lot, NE corner of Cretin and Summit Aves, St. Paul. A summertime tradition exploring the Mississippi River and the Roseville Reservoir; different route during State Fair time. Julie Kosbab, 651-253-2493. julie-at-rideboldly.org.
9 THU 6:00 PM B 20-25 mi. A DUTCH TREAT. Depart from Plymouth Station Shopping Center, Highway 55 and County 24 in Plymouth, 2 mi west of I-494. Park at north end by the tower. Scenic backroads of Medina, Maple Plain, Loretto, and Hamel. Rolling Hills. Socialize over a light meal at Panera's after the ride. (Map to start: http://zzzurn.com/maps/plymouthstation.html) Your Leaders: Kay Mitchell and Evie Walters .
9 THU 6:00 PM N 25-35 mi. RIDE TO THE RACES. Depart from Eriks Bike Shop, 2120 Northdale Blvd, Coon Rapids MN 55433 . The first half of this ride will be a ride at your pace to the NSC Velodrome. Where we will all meet and watch the track races. Races start around 7:00 and usually go until 9:30/10:00 after that we will night ride back to Eriks together. Remember to bring a head light and tail light (vest too if you have one) Jeff Hofstede 763-862-0590 and Jim Dohogne, 763-862-1411. (Web Ride)
10-11-12 in Duluth-Superior: WEEKEND ON WHEELS. This year's edition features a new format. We'll be providing maps, TCBC ride leaders, and the option to participate in a Saturday banquet or get local lodging at UW Superior. We'll still have Sunrise Cyclery at the start/finish for support. But we will not be providing big rest stops. The $5/day cost will cover special event insurance and some scouting -- that's it. BYO granola bars, and enjoy a leader-supported ride with scouting for a very low price. Click here for details, including registration information.
10 FRI 10:00 AM A/B 28-63 mi. MMVII METRIC. Depart from Vadnais-Sucker Lake Park, 4500 Rice St. 55127, north parking lot. Try the ride to Marine on St. Croix with a tasty sandwich at the General Store or a shorter version if it's too hot, windy, wet or you don't have time. Katie Angle 8/24, Lee Thielman 8/10, Dave Pfuhl 8/3 & 8/31, Michael McNutt 8/17.
10 FRI 10:00 AM C 20/25 mi. LONE SPUR LOOP. Depart from Strip Mall Parking Lot @11032 Cedar Lake Rd (Lone Spur Grill). Located 2 blocks east of Cedar Lake Rd/Hopkins Crossroad. We'll bike paved bike route roads. This route includes some hills. Our rest stop is at Minnetonka City Hall and lunch stop after ride is at Lone Spur Grill (Tex-Mex). Cooking served with Southwestern Hospitality. Co-Leader, Open; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell @ ride 952-334-5382.
10 FRI 1:30 pm. A/B 35-40 mi. North Shore Waves, Lighthouse, Ore Docks and Smoked Fish. Rev up the WOW weekend with an out and back ride on scenic old highway 61. Starting at Brighton Beach, aka Kitchi Gammi Park, we'll hug the Lake Superior shoreline up to Two Harbors and visit the Lighthouse and world famous Ore Docks. On the way back we'll stop at Russ Kendalls in Knife River for a performance snack of sugar cured lake trout and saltines. This ride will afford you sightseeing, watching, washing out the soul listening to Lake Superior waves and the comeraderie to get the WOW weekend going. Directions to start - mapquest Brighton Beach, 6100 Brighton Beach Road, Duluth, MN 5580, Its on Duluth's north end. or enter http://www.eventective.com/provider/map.aspx?num=112927 .Co Leaders - Kate Kovar katekovar@hotmail.com 763-234-5180 and Dan Miller 612/789-8876, mplsmn1959@aol.com (Web Ride)
10 FRI 3:00 PM AB 44 mi. FRIDAYS TO THE LAKE. Depart from Erik's bike shop, NW corner of Minnetonka Blvd. and Texas Ave. in St Louis Park. Head west to Lake Independence on a somewhat challenging, varied-terrain ride thru the western suburbs. Rest stop at the Retro in Loretto. Route and distance will vary slightly each week. Short cut options available. George Hagemann, home, , gphagemann@earthlink.net. (Web Ride)
10 FRI 6:00 PM AB 25-35 mi. FRIDAY CENTRAL. Depart from West side of Langford Park Bldg, which is southwest of the intersection of Como and Raymond Avenues in St. Paul just W of the State Fairgrounds. You turn S on Scudder and then R to Langford or turn b/4 or after the railroad overpass on Raymond at Blake St & W to Langford Park. For those of you unfamiliar with the area, it is easiest to get to St Anthony Park (SAP) from So Mpls in rush hour by taking Marshall Ave. (Lake St) East across the River and then turn north at the country club and proceed up Pelham to Myrtle & turn R and to Raymond Ave L (N) and to Blake & L to Langford Park. Coming from downtown Mpls, it is easiest to take 4th St to the U of M and exit the first R after the River by Coffman Student Union and then wind through the U of M, heading north until you can take a right at Kasota Ave & follow it over to Raymond Ave. and N (L) to Blake St and L (W) to Langford Park. We'll take a nice relaxing Friday route on some of our favorite roads around St Paul and Roseville -- River Road, Edgcombe Rd, Summit, Como, Victoria, N Owasso -- lube that chain and fly! Then we'll dine at Bascalli's on wood-fired, brick oven Italian delicacies. , .
10 FRI 6:00 PM B 25-30 mi. TGIF DINNER SERIES. Depart from Burnet Realty at Highway 96 and Hodgson Rd in North Oaks. North on Village Center Drive, park in the rear lot. Optional post-ride dinner at Panino's. Map to start: http://www.zzzurn.com/maps/burnshore.html. Aug 3: Lee Thielman, ; Aug 10: Susie Anderson, ; Aug 17 & 31: Tom and Dona Devine, ; Aug 24: Hugh Gitlin, .
10 FRI 6:00 PM B 20-25 mi. "MIGHTY MOOSE". Depart from Moose Country Eatery 857 Hwy 13 Lilydale. Bring your climbing legs, we will climb a few hills in St. Paul. But the best part of all we will have some very nice down hills too. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington , Catherine "STAT CAT" Roach , Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall . (Web Ride)
11 SAT 6:30 AM AB 52/64/84 mi. COON RAPIDS RIVER RIDE REVISED. Depart from Eriks Bike Shop 2120 Northdale Blvd NW Coon Rapids MN 55433. Get up early and enjoy the day!! If you finish and haven't had enough for the day, Double up go for another loop. Attention, The Hanson Blvd bridge is now being rebuilt. As a detour to get to the shop, you need to take Hwy 10 to 242 (Main Street) then go west towards Anoka, take a left on Northdale Blvd, follow Northdale to stop lights by the BK, then take a right at stop light and join us in front of Eriks. Jeff Hofstede 763-516-2150 jeff_hofstede@yahoo.com. (Web Ride)
11 SAT 7:00 AM C 15-20 mi. "GO (4) IT" (PART ONE). Depart from Sunrise Cyclery 3031 2nd Ave. Mpls. (Lake St. & 35W). A nice mapless (4) Part ride at a nice "C" pace. Part 1 will lead us to St. Paul to Great Harvest Bread for a stop for breakfest, MMMMM rolls, cinnamon bread. Part 2 will be ride "GREAT ROLLS" and lead us back to Mpls. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington or , Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall and OTHERS. (Web Ride)
11 SAT 7:30 AM C 19 mi. BIKE TO BREAKFAST. 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. This is the shortest but hilliest of the Bike to Breakfast rides. Check your brakes before two long and steep downhills. Don Hopkins, 651-628-9713, Cell: 651-216-8690, dchopkin@aol.com.
11 SAT 7:30 AM B 35-45 mi. HAR-MARTIAN. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Ave. N., Roseville (across from Har Mar Mall, next to McDonald's). This ride features a variety of routes, each guaranteed to include at least one lake, one trail, and one rest stop with decent snacks. Make the most of your Saturday--get up and ride while it's still cool! Self-sufficient B/C riders most welcome. Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175, hansonca96@comcast.net.
11 SAT 8:00 AM C 22/40 mi. ANYONE FUR FRUHSTUCK IN STILLWASSER?. Depart from BK / Burger Koning. It's located at 120/Century und Hwy 36.. We'll be heading northeast to Pine Point Park and from there we'll head south down hwy 55 to 96, going East onto 95, going south on 95, well then ride into Stillwater for some good old home made vittles. And then go back the same way we came in from. Any question? Call Augie aka "The Gus Meister" Muller at 651-770-5065.
11 SAT 9:00 AM C 25-30 mi. "GREAT ROLLS". Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co. 534 Selby Ave St Paul (PARK in lot across from store or on the street). We will meet at Great Harvest for Breakfast rolls at 7:30 AM. They make a roll with hash browns, cheddar cheese and scrambled eggs rolled up in a wheat dough, mm mm good!! Please call ahead so we can make sure there is enough for everyone. Oh yeah, the ride will be a nice slow scenic ride around St. Paul. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington cell 651-2854224; Pete "THE HAMMER Hall AND OTHERS.
11 SAT 9:00 AM B 20-25 mi. SONNY SIDE UP. Depart from Sonny's Ice Cream (Crema Cafe) at 3401 Lyndale Ave. So. Stay for brunch on the piazza after the ride. Great food! Your Leaders: Kay Mitchell and Evie Walters .
11 SAT 9:00 AM A/B 45/90 mi. MORNING GLORY. Depart from the parking lot in Mendota on the north side of Sibley Highway, east and downhill from St. Peter's Church. Park in lot or on the street. No restrooms at start of ride. Ride to Morning Glory bakery in Rosemount and return through SSP/WSP. Long option to Mexican restaurant in Northfield. Steve Scholl, 651-341-0597, 651-699-1203, srs428@,msn.com.
11 SAT 10:00 AM B/C 20-30 mi. DONE BY ONE. Depart from the west end of the Coldwell Banker Burnet parking lot, one block west of the junction of Lake Street and Excelsior Blvd. The lot is west of the office building at 3033 Excelsior Blvd. (South side of Excelsior). This is an easier B/C ride exploring Mpls and St. Paul roadways, parks, bikeways, and lakes, with an emphasis on bikeways! Stay after for light lunch or snack at any of the local restaurants. Tony Anthonisen, 612-743-7555 or snocrvr@comcast.net.
11 SAT 10:00 AM A/B 35/50/80 mi. WI WILDS: RIVER FALLS. Depart from Hoffman Park in River Falls, WI, on County M just west of the intersection of WI 35 and M, on the eastern edge of town. A 50-mile loop south to Diamond Bluff (with a cutoff for 35 miles) followed by a 30-mile loop to the north. Notice of ride cancellation due to weather will be posted by 8:00 AM on the "Ride Cancel Delay" message board. Sue Blum, ; Tony Wanschura, tonyjw@mindspring.com, 651-224-8360.
11 SAT 1:00 PM C 30 mi. MOLTUMYR'S / HOULIHAN'S HOP. Depart from Parking Lot @ NW Corner of 66th Street and Lyndale Ave South. We'll bike paved trails and friendly roads out and back. Optional Happy Hour at Houlihan's after ride and then Root Bear Floats at Barb and Terry Moltumyr's (next door) after Happy Hour. Ambassador: Barb and Terry Moltumyr, 612-869-0598, Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009. Cell @ ride 952-334-5382.
11 SAT 1:00 PM C 15-20 mi. "GO (4) IT" (PART 3). Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co. 534 Selby Av. St. Paul. Ride #3 in a series of (4) mapless rides, at a nice "C" pace. We will leave St. Paul to Mpls. and wind around back to Sunrise Cyclery, to start and finish our 4 part ride series with the "FAMILY RIDE" Paul "THUNDER" Huntington or , Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall and OTHERS. (Web Ride)
11 SAT 3:00 PM C 20-25 mi. "FAMILY RIDE". Depart from Sunrise Cyclery 3031 2nd Ave. So. Mpls (Lake St. & 35W). A nice laid-back leisurely family bike ride on the trails and some roads. All ages welcome. A couple stops along the way at a playground and ice cream. Burleys and tag-a-longs welcome. All riders and passengers must wear a helmet. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington , Molly SpokeGirl Lethert 651-552-9916, Judy "SPIKE" Kallestad 651-773-1101 and others.
11 SAT 5:30 PM B 25-30 mi. SAT. NITE LIVE. Depart from Armatage Park at 57th & Russell Ave. S. in SW Mpls. This ride may include a stop for music, a visit to an unusual eatery or a climb to a sunset view. Bring an open mind, a spirit of adventure and a suggestion for next week's ride. Jeff Ramberg, .
12 SUN 6:00 AM A/AB 63, 80, 102, 152 mi. SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. Depart from Perkins Restaurant, New Brighton [zipcode 55112], 2 blks west of I-35W on Cty Rd D. 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. Note: The depart time & Ride Leader varies for each Sunday as follows: 8/5: 6:00 a.m. Steve Scholl 651-341-0597; 8/12: 6:15 a.m. Paul Huntington ; 8/19: 6:15 a.m. Richard Franco ; 8/26: 6:30 a.m. Paul Huntington .
12 SUN 8:30 AM A/B 48-55 mi. CHASKA-MAYER-CHASKA. Depart from CARIBOU COFFEE at the NE corner of Highway 41 and Pioneer Trail in Chaska. (From Eden Prairie, take either 5 to 41 and go south, or 212 to 41 and go north.) Long stretches w/ rolling hills! See beautiful Lake Waconia! Go 5 miles at a pop w/out stop signs! Map at start. Lee Stagg w-952.934.6000 / c-952.484.5642, mrleeleap@yahoo.com (Eric Feld, often co-leader).
12 SUN 9:00 AM B 32 mi. NORTHEAST WHIRL. Depart from Wells Fargo Bank parking lot at 2329 Central Ave NE, Minneapolis. Wells Fargo is on the east side of Central. We'll ride along less-traveled roads and trails in Minneapolis and adjacent suburbs. Need coffee and pastry prior to the ride? The nearest venue is the Durango Bakery about half a block north on Central. Your leader is: Alan M. Wichman, 612-789-1315 (Home) or 612-770-7244 (Mobile), email at: amwminnesota@usfamily.net.
12 SUN 9:00 AM B 64 mi. SNOOZE BUTTON METRIC. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Ave. N., Roseville (across from Har Mar Mall, next to McDonald's). Flat, friendly route will take us from Roseville to rural Anoka County and back through Lino Lakes and Shoreview. Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175, hansonca96@comcast.net.
12 SUN 10:00 AM C 20/30 mi. RED CEDAR AND CREAMERY BRUNCH. Depart from Menomonie, WI Red Cedar trailhead lot. Exit Hwy 94 onto 41A exit at Menomonie, WI. Go south on Hwy 25 then west on Hwy 29 following signs to trail head. We will brunch at the Creamery. Bring money for brunching and $4-daily/$15-annual trail fee. Red Cedar trail is packed limestone. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at Ride, 952-334-5382.
12 SUN 11:00 AM AB 42 mi. OUT TO LORETTO. Depart from the Spring Gate Shopping Center on Hwy 100 and Duluth Street in Golden Valley. Park on the far East side of the parking lot. Sleep in and join your friends for a ride out to Loretto, with a rest stop at the Retro Cafe. Short Cut option available. Susan Evan, 612-729-1441, bikersusan@hotmail.com. (Web Ride)
12 SUN 4:00 PM C 20-25 mi. "FAMILY RIDE". Depart from Shoreview Community Center, 4600 Victoria St. Shoreview. We will meet in the lower lot of the Shoreview Community Center, for a nice laid-back leisurely bike ride on the trails and roads of Shoreview, Arden Hills. We will make a couple stops along the way at a playground and a stop for ice cream. All age riders welcome and Burleys and Tag-a-longs welcome. All riders and passengers must wear a helmet. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington or cell ,, Molly "Spoke Girl" Lethert 651-552-9916, Judy "SPIKE" Kallestad 651-773-1101 and others.
13 MON 10:15 AM C 22 mi. HEH! HOPKINS TO EXCELSIOR HOP. Depart from Hopkins Depot Coffee House lot @ Excelsior Blvd, one block east of Hwy 169. Our destination is Excelsior and the new Irish Pub, Jake O'Connors. Our route is on crushed limestone LRT trail. Ambassadors: Duane and Diana Kasper; Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell @ Ride, 952-334-5382.
13 MON 10:30 AM B 29/37* mi. PINK EXPRESS. Depart from County Cycles, 2700 Lexington Ave N, Roseville, 55113. Park on Woodhill Dr. A scenic ride past Owasso, Vadnais, and Bald Eagle Lakes. Leader rides at 14 mph pace. 29 mile route will have a rest stop at the Holiday gas station. *37 mile route option on August 13, 20, and 27th has its rest stop at the Pine Tree Orchard featuring strawberry treats. Which will you pick? Decide while you ride. The route splits at mile 15 and the leader rides the 37 mile route on those days. Marina Lim 651-808-5473, marina_lim@hotmail.com.
13 MON 6:00 PM A/B 28-46 mi. URBAN WILDLIFE. Depart from Airport Hilton, across the road from the Minnesota River Wildlife Center. From I-494, exit south on 34th Av, left onto American Blvd, then left into Hilton parking lot at top of hill. Ride various pleasant routes on low-traffic roads and bike trails up to Harriet Island or south into Rosemount or other southern metro locations. Mike Beadles, .
13 MON 6:00 PM B/C 30 mi. "GREAT BUNS". Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co. 534 Selby Ave. St. Paul (PARK in lot across street from store). A nice ride thru scenic St. Paul, with some hills for character building and fun. Come early and sample some bread, cookies and other delicious specials. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington or , and Catherine "STAT CAT" Roach ,.
13 MON 6:00 PM B/C 25-30 mi. MY OH MY MINNEAPOLIS. Depart from the rear parking lot of Sunrise Cyclery Bike Shop, 3031 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis 55408, on the east side of 35W and south edge of Lake St. Sample the best scenery of Minneapolis via premier bicycle routes with many paved trails and some roads. Access to shop is not guaranteed - Monday is generally Jamie's day off. However, we have lots of room in the parking lot! Join us for authentic Mexican food afterwards. Laurie Holm and Rob Mann, 612-363-6165.
13 MON 6:00 PM B 28 mi. MINNETONKA MEANDER. Depart from Minnetonka Civic Center, Ice Arena A lot (494 & Minnetonka Blvd). A pleasant evening ride around Lake Minnetonka. Jon Koser, 952-545-4133; Linda Tacke 952-932-9662; Dick Hartmann 952-545-6151.
13 MON 6:00 PM B 22 mi. MELLOW MONDAY REVISITED. Depart from Long Lake Regional Park main pavilion in New Brighton. Doug Nelson, 651-639-9917.
14 TUE 9:00 AM BC 22/28/35/41 mi. GATEWAY EXPRESS. Depart from Depart from Burger King Parking Lot, Hwy 36 and Century Ave (Hwy 120). Note: Hwy 36 closed west of Century Ave, access the ride start via Hwy 120 or 694. This ride features the Gateway Trail (an all-paved scenic and flat trail). We will offer extensions out into Washington County lakes and farm areas, or just ride the 22 mi. Gateway Trail. Jack Uttermark, Cell:612-670-5902, Tom and Dona Devine, . (Web Ride)
14 TUE 10:00 AM C 20/25 mi. HERB'S BIRTHDAY RIDE. Depart from Axel's parking lot (across street from restaurant) at 1315 Hwy S 13 in downtown Mendota. We'll take a metro route and lunch at Axel’s after ride. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at Ride, 952-334-5382.
14 TUE 4:00 PM A/B 28/33 mi. EARLY EDITION: TEARS, GEARS, & FEARS. Depart from 1195 St Paul Avenue (corner of St Paul Ave & Dorothea). All the tears, gears & fears of the 6 PM ride, and early enough, if you ride fast, to do it again at 6 PM. Driveway parking on Dorothea or on street. Steve Scholl, 651-341-0597, 651-699-1203, .
14 TUE 5:45 PM C 20 mi. RIDES FROM WEBSTER SCHOOL NE (MAPLESS). Depart from Webster School parking lot, Adams St NE & Spring St NE, (MPLS). We'll bike various trails and bike friendly streets and offer a dining venue after ride. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Various Co-Leaders.
14 TUE 6:00 PM AB/BC 16/30 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 stops on ride options as available. NOTE: Hanson Boulevard is not accessible from US 10, nor is it expected to be open between Main Street/MN 242 and Bunker Lake Boulevard until November 2007. Plan your route to the ride accordingly. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne. (Web Ride)
14 TUE 6:00 PM (Note earlier departure) A/B 36/29/24 mi. THE ACAPULCO RIDE. From I-694, take Hwy 36 east for 6.5 miles to Stillwater. Turn left on Washington Ave (first stoplight past the Hwy 5 overpass) Take an immediate right on the frontage road for 1/4 mile to the Valley Ridge Mall and Acapulco Restaurant on the left. We'll roll on quiet roads to Afton, eat afterwards and just have fun. What more could you ask for? Rain may force cancellation of the ride at the leaders discretion, but we can still eat! Call if in doubt. Hey, all you strong B-riders, are you out there? We need you!!! (Note that Hwy 36 is closed through North St. Paul.) Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676.
14 TUE 6:00 PM A/B 28/33 mi. TEARS, GEARS AND FEARS. Depart from Temple Of Aaron, East Mississippi River Road, St. Paul, MN. Classic TCBC hill training ride. You will regret every calorie you ever ate. Rebecca Lawrence 612-481-4145.
14 TUE 6:00 PM C 20+/- mi. CRUISING COON RAPIDS. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop in Coon Rapids, next to Lifetime Fitness, Hanson Blvd and Hwy 10. You will not be able to exit Hwy 10 at Hanson. This ride is on paved trails and low traffic streets around Coon Rapids Dam and Mississippi River. There will be a midpoint break. Bring your own treats. After-ride socializing or eating options available. Phillip Lawson, 612-554-1340.
14 TUE 6:00 PM C 19 mi. BIKETNR RIDE #4. Depart from Richfield Intermediate School, 70th & 12th Ave So. Richfield. We will ride around Lake Hiawatha to the East River Rd. and back through south Minneapolis. Info - go to www.biketnr.homestead.com. Erwin Brandon, 952-943-2538, .
14 TUE 6:00 PM B 22/29 mi. TUESDAY TONIC. Depart from Edina Bike and Sport, 4504 Valley View Road, Edina 55424. Come ride Carmen's 2nd Ride Leader Ride in the SW Metro area. Stay for a burger & a malt at Snuffy's Malt Shop after the ride. Carmen Kissel & Evie Walters . (Web Ride)
15 WED 8:30 AM C 15/20 mi. BREAKFAST AT LUNDS, MINNETONKA (11400 HW 7). Depart from Hopkins Depot Coffee House lot @ Excelsior Blvd, one block east of Hwy 169. We'll head for breakfast and pick up some miles on select trails after breakfast. Co-Leader Open; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell @ ride 952-334-5382.
15 WED 10:30 AM A/B 40-65 mi; shortcut options available. WILDS OF WI. Depart from Wisconsin Visitor Center just off exit 2 of I-94 in Hudson, WI. Variety of routes along traffic-free country roads. Self-sufficient B riders welcome, SCENIC RIDERS ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED. Due to location, if weather is at all questionable, call leader at 651-690-2100 before coming to start. If (and only if) ride is cancelled, there will be a message to that effect on my answering machine after 9:30 Wed. morning. Sue Blum, .
15 WED 5:30 PM A/B 38-42 mi. -CANCELLED-WEDNESDAY EVENING RIVER FALLS RAMBLE. Depart from parking lot behind "The Route" bike shop in River Falls, WI. A regular weekly ride from River Falls. Primarily low volume township and county roads. Beautiful Wisconsin scenery. We use several different routes over hill and dale during the month for variety. Steve O'Rourke, .
15 WED 6:00 PM B 25-35 mi. SLP'ING OUT. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd (between 100 & 169) and Texas Av in St Louis Park. Will be a map, but those that want to stay together with me, there is an option me to ride this evening group ride at the B-ride "recovery" pace, on which we will average almost exactly 14 MPH, mostly on paved trails and bicycle lanes. Meet the group furthest out in the parking lot straight out from the store's entrance door, as Erik's "A" team meets right by the front door and has the same ride start time but would be much faster. Mike Beadles, .
15 WED 6:00 PM B/C 25-30 mi. "THUNDER ROLLS". Depart from Sunrise Cyclery 3031 2nd Ave. So. Mpls. (Lake St & 35W). A nice ride on the trails and roads around the lakes and to Hopkins. Burleys and Trail-A-Bikes welcome. All riders and passengers must wear a helmet. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington or , Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall .
15 WED 6:00 PM A/B 25-35 mi. THE WHOLE ENCHILADA!. Depart from the Roseville Professional Center, SW corner of Hwy 36 and
Hamline Av in Roseville (2233 Hamline Ave N). Park at the west end of the lot. Ride past area lakes and parks with the Speedy Gonzalezes of the group or at a more leisurely pace. Join your compadres afterwards at La Casita, home of the 99 cent taco, for fun and refueling. Andele! Andele! Epa! Epa! Yeehah!! Mary Derks, .
15 WED 6:00 PM B 25 - 35 mi. RIDING FROM RICHFIELD. Pedal away on this ever-evolving evening escapade as the last bell sounds from the steeple of the Richfield’s Woodlake Lutheran Church at 76th and Oliver Ave in Richfield. Bring your sense of adventure as you experience new themed routes to different places on every ride. David Gepner ,
16 THU 9:30 AM B/C 20/40 mi. THURSDAYS ON THE CANNON. Depart from Welch Village trailhead. We’ll bike to the Red Wing trailhead, then return to Welch for a pit stop, and then on to Cannon Falls for lunch at The Stone Mill. Finally, on a full and satisfied stomach, we’ll ride the 10 miles downhill back to Welch. $3 daily permit or $15 season pass required. Don Picard, . 952-894-3431. Mobile phone at ride: 612-396-3884.
16 THU 10:00 AM C 22/35 mi. GATEWAY GETAWAY SOCIAL RIDE. Depart from BK / Burger Konig. It's located at 120/Century und Hwy 36. Its an all paved scenic straight trail. Please park to the rear of the parking lot. (just keep an eye out for the black forest green panzervagon - VW Euro van). Rest stop at the end of the trail. Optional Mittagessen after the ride at the "BK". Any questions? You know how to call. Note: Hwy 36 is totally under construction from White Bear Ave. to 120/Century Ave. Augie aka "The Gus Meister" Muller, fon 651-770-5065.
16 THU 10:00 AM C 20+/- mi. CHAMPLIN MIDMORNING RAMBLE. Depart from Trailhead Cycling and Fitness, 11351 Aquila Dr (114th and US 169, Champlin, MN, 763-712-0312). Park on the north side of the cycle shop. This ride uses paved trails and low traffic streets along the Mississippi River, Coon Rapids Dam, and Elm Creek Park Preserve. Mid-ride break and lunch possibilities after ride. Phillip Lawson, 612-554-1340.
16 THU 5:45 PM A/B 26 or 31 mi. THURSDAY THERAPY. Improve your relationship with your bike on a scenic ride through northern Dakota County. Depart from the parking lot of HealthPartners, corner of Wabasha and Plato, across the Wabasha Street Bridge from downtown St. Paul. Park at the west end of the lot, farthest from the building. Various leaders. Tony Wanschura, .
16 THU 6:00 PM A/B 25-35 mi. THE HEIGHTS NORDEAST TO NORTHEAST. Depart from NE corner of Cub Foods lot, Silver Lake Village Center, Silver Lake Rd just N of 37th Ave NE (CR D) in St Anthony Village. Route and mileage will vary, in keeping with the theme of good roads and great scenery. All welcome, but bring a friend if you ride less than a B pace. , .
16 THU 6:00 PM A/B 22/30 mi. THIGHS, SIGHS, CRIES. Depart from parking lot in front of Woody's Grill at Shady Oak Rd and City West Pkwy in Eden Prairie. 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. Self-sufficient B riders welcome. You'll sigh and cry but your thighs will thank you! NOTE: Restroom facilities at SuperAmerica on Shady Oak Rd across from Woody's. Dianne Bell, , ; Mike Beadles, , Scott Larson, scottglarson@comcast.net, 651-455-0749.
16 THU 6:00 PM B 21-28 mi. GREAT GOOGLY MOOGLY. Depart from University of St. Thomas main lot, NE corner of Cretin and Summit Aves, St. Paul. A summertime tradition exploring the Mississippi River and the Roseville Reservoir; different route during State Fair time. Julie Kosbab, 651-253-2493. julie-at-rideboldly.org.
16 THU 6:00 PM B 20-25 mi. A DUTCH TREAT. Depart from Plymouth Station Shopping Center, Highway 55 and County 24 in Plymouth, 2 mi west of I-494. Park at north end by the tower. Scenic backroads of Medina, Maple Plain, Loretto, and Hamel. Rolling Hills. Socialize over a light meal at Panera's after the ride. (Map to start: http://zzzurn.com/maps/plymouthstation.html) Your Leaders: Kay Mitchell and Evie Walters .
17 FRI 10:00 AM A/B 28-63 mi. MMVII METRIC. Depart from Vadnais-Sucker Lake Park, 4500 Rice St. 55127, north parking lot. Try the ride to Marine on St. Croix with a tasty sandwich at the General Store or a shorter version if it's too hot, windy, wet or you don't have time. Katie Angle 8/24, Lee Thielman 8/10, Dave Pfuhl 8/3 & 8/31, Michael McNutt 8/17.
17 FRI 1:00 PM A/B 35 mi. OUT & ABOUT. Depart from picnic area, just north of parking lot, near the Lake Harriet Bandshell. Play hooky from work and join your friends for an afternoon bike ride. Susan Evan, 612-729-1441.
17 FRI 3:00 PM AB 44 mi. FRIDAYS TO THE LAKE. Depart from Erik's bike shop, NW corner of Minnetonka Blvd. and Texas Ave. in St Louis Park. Head west to Lake Independence on a somewhat challenging, varied-terrain ride thru the western suburbs. Rest stop at the Retro in Loretto. Route and distance will vary slightly each week. Short cut options available. George Hagemann, home, , gphagemann@earthlink.net. (Web Ride)
17 FRI 5:30 PM B 24/28 mi. TWO SKYLINES. Depart from The Coffee Grounds at 1579 Hamline in Falcon Heights - that's just north of Hoyt on Hamline. Don't park in The Coffee Grounds lot but on nearby streets or in the Como Lutheran Church lot at the SW corner of Hamline & Hoyt. This evening cruiser will include the highs & lows of St. Paul & dramatic views of Minneapolis & St. Paul downtown skylines. Hang around after for bluegrass music by Little Brown Jug. The Coffee Grounds also offers great ice cream, beverages & snacks. Check out their website at www.thecoffeegrounds.net for more info. & a map. Ambassador: Karen Johnson, 651-398-1808; Jeff Ramberg, . (Web Ride)
17 FRI 6:00 PM AB 25-35 mi. FRIDAY CENTRAL. Depart from West side of Langford Park Bldg, which is southwest of the intersection of Como and Raymond Avenues in St. Paul just W of the State Fairgrounds. You turn S on Scudder and then R to Langford or turn b/4 or after the railroad overpass on Raymond at Blake St & W to Langford Park. For those of you unfamiliar with the area, it is easiest to get to St Anthony Park (SAP) from So Mpls in rush hour by taking Marshall Ave. (Lake St) East across the River and then turn north at the country club and proceed up Pelham to Myrtle & turn R and to Raymond Ave L (N) and to Blake & L to Langford Park. Coming from downtown Mpls, it is easiest to take 4th St to the U of M and exit the first R after the River by Coffman Student Union and then wind through the U of M, heading north until you can take a right at Kasota Ave & follow it over to Raymond Ave. and N (L) to Blake St and L (W) to Langford Park. We'll take a nice relaxing Friday route on some of our favorite roads around St Paul and Roseville -- River Road, Edgcombe Rd, Summit, Como, Victoria, N Owasso -- lube that chain and fly! Then we'll dine at Bascalli's on wood-fired, brick oven Italian delicacies. , .
17 FRI 6:00 PM B 25-30 mi. TGIF DINNER SERIES. Depart from Burnet Realty at Highway 96 and Hodgson Rd in North Oaks. North on Village Center Drive, park in the rear lot. Optional post-ride dinner at Panino's. Map to start: http://www.zzzurn.com/maps/burnshore.html. Aug 3: Lee Thielman, ; Aug 10: Susie Anderson, ; Aug 17 & 31: Tom and Dona Devine, ; Aug 24: Hugh Gitlin, .
17 FRI 6:00 PM B 20-25 mi. "MIGHTY MOOSE". Depart from Moose Country Eatery 857 Hwy 13 Lilydale. Bring your climbing legs, we will climb a few hills in St. Paul. But the best part of all we will have some very nice down hills too. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington , Catherine "STAT CAT" Roach , Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall . (Web Ride)
18 SAT 7:00 AM C 15-20 mi. "GO (4) IT" (PART ONE). Depart from Sunrise Cyclery 3031 2nd Ave. Mpls. (Lake St. & 35W). A nice mapless (4) Part ride at a nice "C" pace. Part 1 will lead us to St. Paul to Great Harvest Bread for a stop for breakfest, MMMMM rolls, cinnamon bread. Part 2 will be ride "GREAT ROLLS" and lead us back to Mpls. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington or , Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall and OTHERS. (Web Ride)
18 SAT 7:30 AM C 22 mi. BIKE TO BREAKFAST. Depart from Centennial Church. 1524 West County Road C2, Roseville, corner of C2 and Snelling. The destination is the Corner Coffee House in Little Canada. The ride will feature 4 named trails (11 miles) and 4 lakes. Trails: Reservoir Woods, Trout Brook, Gateway and Bruce Vento. Lakes: McCarrons, Phalen, Gervais and Bennett. The one big hill goes down. Well worth getting out early for. Don Hopkins, 651-628-9713, Cell: 651-216-8690, dchopkin@aol.com.
18 SAT 7:30 AM B 35-45 mi. HAR-MARTIAN. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Ave. N., Roseville (across from Har Mar Mall, next to McDonald's). This ride features a variety of routes, each guaranteed to include at least one lake, one trail, and one rest stop with decent snacks. Make the most of your Saturday--get up and ride while it's still cool! Self-sufficient B/C riders most welcome. Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175, hansonca96@comcast.net.
18 SAT 8:30 AM B 64 mi. IRONMAN REDUX. Depart from Lakeville North High School, 19600 Ipava Avenue, Lakeville, MN. If you enjoyed the IRONMAN in April, why not ride it again in August? There won't be any sag wagons, or free food, but we will stop in Lonsdale at the Farmhouse Cafe, and then head to Northfield for a stop at the Ole Store for a "little lunch". Leon Webster 651-690-3492, leon@leonwebster.com; Alan Wichman, 612-770-7244, amwminnesota@usfamily.net.
18 SAT 8:30 AM A 48 mi. AFTON -COTTAGE GROVE HILL TOUR. Depart from NEW LOCATION: Penn Cycle in Woodbury, 494 and Lake Dr. Roll through the great hills of Afton, Cottage Grove & Woodbury. Challenging climbs, great scenery and a feeling of accomplishment await you. For ride stats, map and a GPS tour of the route, visit http://aftonhillclimber.blogspot.com Dave Haerle, dkhaerle@msn.com, 651-768-7406. (Web Ride)
18 SAT 9:00 AM C 25-30 mi. "GREAT ROLLS". Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co. 534 Selby Ave St Paul (PARK in lot across from store or on the street). We will meet at Great Harvest for Breakfast rolls at 7:30 AM. They make a roll with hash browns, cheddar cheese and scrambled eggs rolled up in a wheat dough, mm mm good!! Please call ahead so we can make sure there is enough for everyone. Oh yeah, the ride will be a nice slow scenic ride around St. Paul. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington cell 651-2854224; Pete "THE HAMMER Hall AND OTHERS.
18 SAT 9:00 AM B 20-25 mi. SONNY SIDE UP. Depart from Sonny's Ice Cream (Crema Cafe) at 3401 Lyndale Ave. So. Stay for brunch on the piazza after the ride. Great food! Your Leaders: Kay Mitchell and Evie Walters .
18 SAT 9:30 AM A/B 70-80 mi. WI HILLS MENOMONIE. Depart from Riverside Park in Menomonie, WI. Take I-94 to Menomonie, then US 25 south to US 29, then right on US 29 across the river to the park. Challenging hills and little-traveled rural roads. Shorter option available. Details on TCBC MSN "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. Tony Wanschura, tonyjw@mindspring.com, 651-224-8360.
18 SAT 9:30 AM B 60 mi. TRAINING WHEELS - Third in a series of train oriented bike rides. Leave from Mahtomedi High School located on County 12 (Stillwater Rd) just east of Hwy 244. Bike from there to the new concept community of Jackson Meadows (on the bluff above Marine on St. Croix). After a welcome by town officials, board the Minnesota Transportation Museum's vintage 11:30 AM train (with bikes) for an $9 rail trip to Osceola where the group will lunch in anticipation of pedaling down the Wisconsin side of the St Croix. There will be a rest, regrouping, and tour stop at the coop Common Harvest Farm before heading toward Stillwater on the way back to Mahtomedi. David Gepner ,
18 SAT 9:30 AM B/C 36 mi. JACK'S TONKA TREK. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop parking lot, Hwy 5 and Eden Prairie Rd (CR 4). We will cruise up to Excelsior via Pleasant View Rd and the scenic Lotus Lake. We will continue north around Lake Minnetonka Stubbs and Wayzata Bay. Rest stops at Caribou Coffee on CR 19 and Wayzata Bay. Jack Uttermark, 612-670-5902, jumark@earthlink.net.
18 SAT 10:00 AM B/C 20-30 mi. DONE BY ONE. Depart from the west end of the Coldwell Banker Burnet parking lot, one block west of the junction of Lake Street and Excelsior Blvd. The lot is west of the office building at 3033 Excelsior Blvd. (South side of Excelsior). This is an easier B/C ride exploring Mpls and St. Paul roadways, parks, bikeways, and lakes, with an emphasis on bikeways! Stay after for light lunch or snack at any of the local restaurants. Tony Anthonisen, 612-743-7555 or snocrvr@comcast.net.
18 SAT 1:00 PM C 15-20 mi. "GO (4) IT" (PART 3). Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co. 534 Selby Av. St. Paul. Ride #3 in a series of (4) mapless rides, at a nice "C" pace. We will leave St. Paul to Mpls. and wind around back to Sunrise Cyclery, to start and finish our 4 part ride series with the "FAMILY RIDE" Paul "THUNDER" Huntington or , Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall and OTHERS. (Web Ride)
18 SAT 3:00 PM C 20-25 mi. "FAMILY RIDE". Depart from Sunrise Cyclery 3031 2nd Ave. So. Mpls (Lake St. & 35W). A nice laid-back leisurely family bike ride on the trails and some roads. All ages welcome. A couple stops along the way at a playground and ice cream. Burleys and tag-a-longs welcome. All riders and passengers must wear a helmet. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington , Molly SpokeGirl Lethert 651-552-9916, Judy "SPIKE" Kallestad 651-773-1101 and others.
18 SAT 5:30 PM B 25-30 mi. SAT. NITE LIVE. Depart from Armatage Park at 57th & Russell Ave. S. in SW Mpls. This ride may include a stop for music, a visit to an unusual eatery or a climb to a sunset view. Bring an open mind, a spirit of adventure and a suggestion for next week's ride. Jeff Ramberg, .
18 SAT TOUR DE PRAIRIE LAKES (non-TCBC). 20, 40, or 70 mi. Scenic tour of Pope County starts in Glenwood. Proceeds benefit Habitat for Humanity of Prairie Lakes. info@habitatprairielakes.org or 320-634-0355.
19 SUN 6:00 AM A/AB 63, 80, 102, 152 mi. SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. Depart from Perkins Restaurant, New Brighton [zipcode 55112], 2 blks west of I-35W on Cty Rd D. 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. Note: The depart time & Ride Leader varies for each Sunday as follows: 8/5: 6:00 a.m. Steve Scholl 651-341-0597; 8/12: 6:15 a.m. Paul Huntington ; 8/19: 6:15 a.m. Richard Franco ; 8/26: 6:30 a.m. Paul Huntington .
19 SUN 7:00 AM A 75 mi. DUNN SXSW. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee, East Lake Street and West River Road Minneapolis. Mapless ride thru eagan, burnsville, savage, shakopee, prior lake, chaska, chanhassen, golden valley to name a few. A few hills along the route, but we will regroup after the hills. Nice stop in Chaska at the Dunn Bros near the river. Caleb Donaldson 612-990-2646,calebandmichelle@msn.com, Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058 rhuskamp@juno.com.
19 SUN 8:00 AM A/AB 65/45/30 mi. 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. Beautiful ride in the western suburbs down to Belle Plaine. Eric Feld, 612-743-4097. Co-Leader Lee Stagg 952-934-6000.
19 SUN 9:00 AM B 78 mi. THE GREAT RIDE OF THE PUDDING BOY. Depart from Northfield H. School at S. end of town on HWY 246/Division St. From I35, E on 19, then cross river, take right on 246/Division St. H. S. is on the right. At the age of 10, on his big red SCHWINN WASP, the PUDDING BOY MADE his great lonely ride. This time you come too. See Valley Grove Church, most of Nerstrand, Kenyon's Blvd. of Roses, Zumbrota’s Covered Bridge, downtown Wanamingo, Sogn Valley, The Al Quie Post Office, and Malt-O-Meal Dam. Climb PUDDING BOY HILL. Beautiful rolling hill country. Bring a friend or two who ride your pace. Leader rides easy B pace. Bob Brown, 612-849-2999, MnFolbot@aol.com.
19 SUN 9:00 AM C 25-30 mi. SUNDAY MORNING TO HOPKINS DEPOT. Depart from Painters Community Park, 34th and Lyndale in Minneapolis (across the street from Sonny's Ice Cream). This will be a leisure social ride starting at Painters Park in Minneapolis. We will ride the streets and trail to the Hopkins Depot for a snack before returning to the hustle bustle of city life. Optional ice cream at Sonny's Ice Cream after the ride (if they are open). Kevin DePratter, 715-386-2404, cell at ride start 715-554-0072.
19 SUN 9:00 AM C 20-25 mi. "GET TO KNOW DAKOTA COUNTY". Depart from Inver Grove Community Center, 8055 Barbara Ave, on 80th St., one block off Hwy 52. Come join us for a nice leisurely ride around Dakota county. Molly "SpokeGirl" Lethert 651-755-6658, Paul "THUNDER" Huntington or ,.
19 SUN 10:00 AM C 30 mi. EXPLORE THE WILLARD MUNGER TRAIL SERIES. Depart from Duluth Trailhead of the Munger Trail. From I-35, exit on Cody St and continue to Grand Av, (Hwy 23). Turn right (south) and continue to 75th Av W. Left on 75th Av (look for Munger Inn) to parking lot at intersection of 75th Av W and Pulaski St. A series of scenic, mostly flat rides to explore the Willard Munger Trail, designated as Minnesota’s Millenium Trail for the year 2000. This ride will be from Duluth to Carlton and back, with optional BBQ dinner in Duluth after the ride. Arrive about 9:30 AM to get bike and self ready. Pre-ride gathering at 9:50. If the weather is questionable, check "Ride Cancel Delay" message board at 8:00 AM or contact ride leader before 9:00 AM. Bill Buse, bbuse@charter.net or 218-728-4909, Cell at ride 218-341-8219.
19 SUN 10:15 AM AB 55 mi. WI SCENIC SUNDAY. Depart from Hudson Park & Ride lot. Dir: I-94 East to Exit #4 (12/U/Somerset). Rt (south) to Frontage road/N Rt (west) on N slightly less than 0.5 mi to stop sign. Left on Old State Hwy 35 exactly 0.5 miles to new pk&ride lot on right. No bathrooms or water at ride start. You hammered on Sat? Or not. Either way, come out and enjoy quiet WI roads at a more leisurely tempo. All paces OK, but BS (being scenic) encouraged. Self-sufficient B riders welcome. Sue Blum, . (Web Ride)
19 SUN 2:00 PM C 25 mi. SAMMY'S PIZZA RIDE. Depart from Sammy's Pizza, 9750 Schreiber Terrace N., just off the intersection of Zane Ave and Oak Grove Pkwy, 1 block north of Hwy 610. Ride out to Elm Creek Park and back, mostly trails and some hills. Enjoy pizza after ride. Berway and Mary Swanstrom, 763-427-2909 or 763-232-2369.
19 SUN 3:00 PM AB 30-45 mi. SUNDAY AFTERNOON SPIN. Depart from SW corner of Como Park Pavilion parking lot, just off Lexington Avenue. A nice ride through St. Paul and Minneapolis that features a number of the parkways and other bike friendly roads. So if you are looking for a nice afternoon ride because you have other things to do in the morning, feel like sleeping in or just like riding in the afternoon, then this is the ride for you Richard Franco, 651.246.3863, phoenixfyre1313@comcast.net. (Web Ride)
19 SUN 4:00 PM C 20-25 mi. "FAMILY RIDE". Depart from Shoreview Community Center, 4600 Victoria St. Shoreview. We will meet in the lower lot of the Shoreview Community Center, for a nice laid-back leisurely bike ride on the trails and roads of Shoreview, Arden Hills. We will make a couple stops along the way at a playground and a stop for ice cream. All age riders welcome and Burleys and Tag-a-longs welcome. All riders and passengers must wear a helmet. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington or cell ,, Molly "Spoke Girl" Lethert 651-552-9916, Judy "SPIKE" Kallestad 651-773-1101 and others.
20 MON 9:30 AM C 20/25 mi. LAKES AND RIVERS ROUNDABOUT. Depart from Minnehaha Falls parking lot (North of Pavillion). Park free on streets or pay to park in lot. Social ride along rivers and lakes of Minneapolis with lunch stop en route. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Don Hopkins, 651-628-9713; Cell 651-216-8690. (Web Ride)
20 MON 10:00 AM AB 51 mi. TOWN HALL MEETING. Depart from Blaine city hall, 10801 Town Square Dr NE, Blaine, MN 55449, north on 35 to 95th/national sport center exit, go right, road turns into raddison rd, turn right at 109th, go 1 block to town square dr. park on street next to park. Leaving from Blaine we head for Wyoming and then to Lino Lakes then back to Blaine, Come ride some roads that you haven't been on before. Garry Glubka, 651-303-2207, gglubby@comcast.net. (Web Ride)
20 MON 10:30 AM B 29/37* mi. PINK EXPRESS. Depart from County Cycles, 2700 Lexington Ave N, Roseville, 55113. Park on Woodhill Dr. A scenic ride past Owasso, Vadnais, and Bald Eagle Lakes. Leader rides at 14 mph pace. 29 mile route will have a rest stop at the Holiday gas station. *37 mile route option on August 13, 20, and 27th has its rest stop at the Pine Tree Orchard featuring strawberry treats. Which will you pick? Decide while you ride. The route splits at mile 15 and the leader rides the 37 mile route on those days. Marina Lim 651-808-5473, marina_lim@hotmail.com.
20 MON 6:00 PM A/B 28-46 mi. URBAN WILDLIFE. Depart from Airport Hilton, across the road from the Minnesota River Wildlife Center. From I-494, exit south on 34th Av, left onto American Blvd, then left into Hilton parking lot at top of hill. Ride various pleasant routes on low-traffic roads and bike trails up to Harriet Island or south into Rosemount or other southern metro locations. Mike Beadles, .
20 MON 6:00 PM B/C 30 mi. "GREAT BUNS". Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co. 534 Selby Ave. St. Paul (PARK in lot across street from store). A nice ride thru scenic St. Paul, with some hills for character building and fun. Come early and sample some bread, cookies and other delicious specials. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington or , and Catherine "STAT CAT" Roach ,.
20 MON 6:00 PM B/C 25-30 mi. MY OH MY MINNEAPOLIS. Depart from the rear parking lot of Sunrise Cyclery Bike Shop, 3031 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis 55408, on the east side of 35W and south edge of Lake St. Sample the best scenery of Minneapolis via premier bicycle routes with many paved trails and some roads. Access to shop is not guaranteed - Monday is generally Jamie's day off. However, we have lots of room in the parking lot! Join us for authentic Mexican food afterwards. Laurie Holm and Rob Mann, 612-363-6165.
20 MON 6:00 PM A/B 28 mi. MINNETONKA MEANDER. Depart from Minnetonka Civic Center, Ice Arena A lot (494 & Minnetonka Blvd). A pleasant evening ride around Lake Minnetonka. B riders welcome. No rest stop. Jon Koser, 952-545-4133; Linda Tacke 952-932-9662; Dick Hartmann 952-545-6151.
21 TUE 9:00 AM BC 22/28/35/41 mi. GATEWAY EXPRESS. Depart from Depart from Burger King Parking Lot, Hwy 36 and Century Ave (Hwy 120). Note: Hwy 36 closed west of Century Ave, access the ride start via Hwy 120 or 694. This ride features the Gateway Trail (an all-paved scenic and flat trail). We will offer extensions out into Washington County lakes and farm areas, or just ride the 22 mi. Gateway Trail. Jack Uttermark, Cell:612-670-5902, Tom and Dona Devine, . (Web Ride)
21 TUE 10:00 AM C 18 mi. BIKETNR RIDE IN THE MORNING RIDE #1. Depart from Richfield Intermediate School, 70th & 12th Ave So. Richfield. We will ride the West River Rd, west on the Greenway and back. Info - go to www.biketnr.homestead.com. Erwin Brandon, 952-943-2538,.
21 TUE 4:00 PM A/B 28/33 mi. EARLY EDITION: TEARS, GEARS, & FEARS. Depart from 1195 St Paul Avenue (corner of St Paul Ave & Dorothea). All the tears, gears & fears of the 6 PM ride, and early enough, if you ride fast, to do it again at 6 PM. Driveway parking on Dorothea or on street. Steve Scholl, 651-341-0597, 651-699-1203, .
21 TUE 5:45 PM C 20 mi. RIDES FROM WEBSTER SCHOOL NE (MAPLESS). Depart from Webster School parking lot, Adams St NE & Spring St NE, (MPLS). We'll bike various trails and bike friendly streets and offer a dining venue after ride. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Various Co-Leaders.
21 TUE 6:00 PM AB/BC 16/30 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 stops on ride options as available. NOTE: Hanson Boulevard is not accessible from US 10, nor is it expected to be open between Main Street/MN 242 and Bunker Lake Boulevard until November 2007. Plan your route to the ride accordingly. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne. (Web Ride)
21 TUE 6:00 PM (Note earlier departure) A/B 36/29/24 mi. THE ACAPULCO RIDE. From I-694, take Hwy 36 east for 6.5 miles to Stillwater. Turn left on Washington Ave (first stoplight past the Hwy 5 overpass) Take an immediate right on the frontage road for 1/4 mile to the Valley Ridge Mall and Acapulco Restaurant on the left. We'll roll on quiet roads to Afton, eat afterwards and just have fun. What more could you ask for? Rain may force cancellation of the ride at the leaders discretion, but we can still eat! Call if in doubt. Hey, all you strong B-riders, are you out there? We need you!!! (Note that Hwy 36 is closed through North St. Paul.) Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676.
21 TUE 6:00 PM A/B 28/33 mi. TEARS, GEARS AND FEARS. Depart from Temple Of Aaron, East Mississippi River Road, St. Paul, MN. Classic TCBC hill training ride. You will regret every calorie you ever ate. Rebecca Lawrence 612-481-4145.
21 TUE 6:00 PM B 22-29 mi. TUESDAY TUPELO HONEY. Depart from 4504 Valley View Road, Edina 55424 . Depart from Edina Bike and Sport Shop, 4504 Valley View, Edina. A nice ride in the Edina and Eden Prairie metro area. After the ride stay for a burger and share a malt at Snuffy's Malt Shop Carmen Kissel, , ; Evie Walters, , . (Web Ride)
22-25 (Non-TCBC) The State Bicycle Advisory Committee (SBAC) and other sponsors are hosting the second annual BAM - Bicycle Around Minnesota ride. For more information visit: http://www.mnsbac.org/bam/
22 WED 10:30 AM A/B 40-65 mi; shortcut options available. WILDS OF WI. Depart from Wisconsin Visitor Center just off exit 2 of I-94 in Hudson, WI. Variety of routes along traffic-free country roads. Self-sufficient B riders welcome, SCENIC RIDERS ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED. Due to location, if weather is at all questionable, call leader at 651-690-2100 before coming to start. If (and only if) ride is cancelled, there will be a message to that effect on my answering machine after 9:30 Wed. morning. Sue Blum, .
22 WED 5:30 PM A/B 38-42 mi. -CANCELLED-WEDNESDAY EVENING RIVER FALLS RAMBLE. Depart from parking lot behind "The Route" bike shop in River Falls, WI. A regular weekly ride from River Falls. Primarily low volume township and county roads. Beautiful Wisconsin scenery. We use several different routes over hill and dale during the month for variety. Steve O'Rourke, .
22 WED 6:00 PM B 25-35 mi. SLP'ING OUT. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd (between 100 & 169) and Texas Av in St Louis Park. Will be a map, but those that want to stay together with me, there is an option me to ride this evening group ride at the B-ride "recovery" pace, on which we will average almost exactly 14 MPH, mostly on paved trails and bicycle lanes. Meet the group furthest out in the parking lot straight out from the store's entrance door, as Erik's "A" team meets right by the front door and has the same ride start time but would be much faster. Mike Beadles, .
22 WED 6:00 PM B/C 25-30 mi. "THUNDER ROLLS". Depart from Sunrise Cyclery 3031 2nd Ave. So. Mpls. (Lake St & 35W). A nice ride on the trails and roads around the lakes and to Hopkins. Burleys and Trail-A-Bikes welcome. All riders and passengers must wear a helmet. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington or , Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall .
22 WED 6:00 PM B 25-30 mi. WHITE BEAR LAKE LOOP. Depart from Island Lake Park in Shoreview (SW corner of 694 & Victoria). Enjoy a scenic ride past area lakes en route to, and around, White Bear Lake. Optional dinner afterwards. Mary Derks, .
22 WED 6:00 PM B 20-35 mi. RIDING FROM RICHFIELD. Pedal away on this ever-evolving evening escapade as the last bell sounds from the steeple of the Richfield’s Woodlake Lutheran Church at 76th and Oliver Ave in Richfield. Bring your sense of adventure as you experience new themed routes to different places on every ride. David Gepner ,
23 THU 9:30 AM B/C 20/40 mi. THURSDAYS ON THE CANNON. Depart from Welch Village trailhead. We’ll bike to the Red Wing trailhead, then return to Welch for a pit stop, and then on to Cannon Falls for lunch at The Stone Mill. Finally, on a full and satisfied stomach, we’ll ride the 10 miles downhill back to Welch. $3 daily permit or $15 season pass required. Don Picard, . 952-894-3431. Mobile phone at ride: 612-396-3884.
23 THU 10:00 AM C 22/35 mi. GATEWAY GETAWAY SOCIAL RIDE. Depart from BK / Burger Konig. It's located at 120/Century und Hwy 36. Its an all paved scenic straight trail. Please park to the rear of the parking lot. (just keep an eye out for the black forest green panzervagon - VW Euro van). Rest stop at the end of the trail. Optional Mittagessen after the ride at the "BK". Any questions? You know how to call. Note: Hwy 36 is totally under construction from White Bear Ave. to 120/Century Ave. Augie aka "The Gus Meister" Muller, fon 651-770-5065.
23 THU 10:00 AM A/B 35 mi. STATE FAIR FIX. Depart from the picnic area, just north of the parking lot, near the Lake Harriet Bandshell. Ride to the State Fair for your favorite food fix. Either stay with the group or return on your own. The fair has secure bike parking. Bring a bike lock and fair admission. Katie Angle, ; Susan Evan, 612-729-1441.
23 THU 5:45 PM A/B 26 or 31 mi. THURSDAY THERAPY. Improve your relationship with your bike on a scenic ride through northern Dakota County. Depart from the parking lot of HealthPartners, corner of Wabasha and Plato, across the Wabasha Street Bridge from downtown St. Paul. Park at the west end of the lot, farthest from the building. Various leaders. Tony Wanschura, .
23 THU 6:00 PM A/B 25-35 mi. THE HEIGHTS NORDEAST TO NORTHEAST. Depart from NE corner of Cub Foods lot, Silver Lake Village Center, Silver Lake Rd just N of 37th Ave NE (CR D) in St Anthony Village. Route and mileage will vary, in keeping with the theme of good roads and great scenery. All welcome, but bring a friend if you ride less than a B pace. , .
23 THU 6:00 PM A/B 22/30 mi. THIGHS, SIGHS, CRIES. Depart from parking lot in front of Woody's Grill at Shady Oak Rd and City West Pkwy in Eden Prairie. 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. Self-sufficient B riders welcome. You'll sigh and cry but your thighs will thank you! NOTE: Restroom facilities at SuperAmerica on Shady Oak Rd across from Woody's. Dianne Bell, , ; Mike Beadles, , Scott Larson, scottglarson@comcast.net, 651-455-0749.
23 THU 6:00 PM B 21-28 mi. GREAT GOOGLY MOOGLY. Depart from University of St. Thomas main lot, NE corner of Cretin and Summit Aves, St. Paul. A summertime tradition exploring the Mississippi River and the Roseville Reservoir; different route during State Fair time. Julie Kosbab, 651-253-2493. julie-at-rideboldly.org.
23 THU 6:00 PM B 20-25 mi. A DUTCH TREAT. Depart from Plymouth Station Shopping Center, Highway 55 and County 24 in Plymouth, 2 mi west of I-494. Park at north end by the tower. Scenic backroads of Medina, Maple Plain, Loretto, and Hamel. Rolling Hills. Socialize over a light meal at Panera's after the ride. (Map to start: http://zzzurn.com/maps/plymouthstation.html) Your Leaders: Kay Mitchell and Evie Walters .
24 FRI 10:00 AM A/B 28-63 mi. MMVII METRIC. Depart from Vadnais-Sucker Lake Park, 4500 Rice St. 55127, north parking lot. Try the ride to Marine on St. Croix with a tasty sandwich at the General Store or a shorter version if it's too hot, windy, wet or you don't have time. Katie Angle 8/24, Lee Thielman 8/10, Dave Pfuhl 8/3 & 8/31, Michael McNutt 8/17.
24 FRI 3:00 PM AB 44 mi. FRIDAYS TO THE LAKE. Depart from Erik's bike shop, NW corner of Minnetonka Blvd. and Texas Ave. in St Louis Park. Head west to Lake Independence on a somewhat challenging, varied-terrain ride thru the western suburbs. Rest stop at the Retro in Loretto. Route and distance will vary slightly each week. Short cut options available. George Hagemann, home, , gphagemann@earthlink.net. (Web Ride)
24 FRI 6:00 PM AB 25-35 mi. FRIDAY CENTRAL. Depart from West side of Langford Park Bldg, which is southwest of the intersection of Como and Raymond Avenues in St. Paul just W of the State Fairgrounds. You turn S on Scudder and then R to Langford or turn b/4 or after the railroad overpass on Raymond at Blake St & W to Langford Park. For those of you unfamiliar with the area, it is easiest to get to St Anthony Park (SAP) from So Mpls in rush hour by taking Marshall Ave. (Lake St) East across the River and then turn north at the country club and proceed up Pelham to Myrtle & turn R and to Raymond Ave L (N) and to Blake & L to Langford Park. Coming from downtown Mpls, it is easiest to take 4th St to the U of M and exit the first R after the River by Coffman Student Union and then wind through the U of M, heading north until you can take a right at Kasota Ave & follow it over to Raymond Ave. and N (L) to Blake St and L (W) to Langford Park. We'll take a nice relaxing Friday route on some of our favorite roads around St Paul and Roseville -- River Road, Edgcombe Rd, Summit, Como, Victoria, N Owasso -- lube that chain and fly! Then we'll dine at Bascalli's on wood-fired, brick oven Italian delicacies. , .
24 FRI 6:00 PM B 25-30 mi. TGIF DINNER SERIES. Depart from Burnet Realty at Highway 96 and Hodgson Rd in North Oaks. North on Village Center 24 Drive, park in the rear lot. Optional post-ride dinner at Panino's. Map to start: http://www.zzzurn.com/maps/burnshore.html. Aug 3: Lee Thielman, ; Aug 10: Susie Anderson, ; Aug 17 & 31: Tom and Dona Devine, ; Aug 24: Hugh Gitlin, .
24 FRI 6:00 PM B 20-25 mi. "MIGHTY MOOSE". Depart from Moose Country Eatery 857 Hwy 13 Lilydale. Bring your climbing legs, we will climb a few hills in St. Paul. But the best part of all we will have some very nice down hills too. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington , Catherine "STAT CAT" Roach , Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall . (Web Ride)
25 SAT 7:00 AM C 15-20 mi. "GO (4) IT" (PART ONE). Depart from Sunrise Cyclery 3031 2nd Ave. Mpls. (Lake St. & 35W). A nice mapless (4) Part ride at a nice "C" pace. Part 1 will lead us to St. Paul to Great Harvest Bread for a stop for breakfest, MMMMM rolls, cinnamon bread. Part 2 will be ride "GREAT ROLLS" and lead us back to Mpls. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington or , Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall and OTHERS. (Web Ride)
25 SAT 7:30 AM C 22 mi. BIKE TO BREAKFAST. Depart from Centennial Church. 1524 West County Road C2, Roseville, corner of C2 and Snelling. The destination is the Stone Arch Bridge with breakfast at Kramarczuk's Deli/Restaurant on Hennepin. Well worth getting out early for. Don Hopkins, 651-628-9713, Cell: 651-216-8690, dchopkin@aol.com.
25 SAT 7:30 AM B 35-45 mi. HAR-MARTIAN. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Ave. N., Roseville (across from Har Mar Mall, next to McDonald's). This ride features a variety of routes, each guaranteed to include at least one lake, one trail, and one rest stop with decent snacks. Make the most of your Saturday--get up and ride while it's still cool! Self-sufficient B/C riders most welcome. Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175, hansonca96@comcast.net.
25 SAT 8:00 AM C 22/40 mi. ANYONE FUR FRUHSTUCK IN STILLWASSER?. Depart from BK / Burger Koning. It's located at 120/Century und Hwy 36.. We'll be heading northeast to Pine Point Park and from there we'll head south down hwy 55 to 96, going East onto 95, going south on 95, well then ride into Stillwater for some good old home made vittles. And then go back the same way we came in from. Any question? Call Augie aka "The Gus Meister" Muller at 651-770-5065.
25 SAT 8:00 AM B 65 mi. CAMPORAMA 2007 DAY 1. This is a self supported camping ride from Saint Paul to Interstate State Park at Saint Croix Falls, WI. Participants will carry their own camping gear. Here's your chance to spend a weekend as a bicycle tourist. Self supported motellers are also welcome. Contact the ride leader for details and the starting location. Please make your reservation by August 12 so that I know how many camp sites to reserve. Leon Webster, 651-690-3492, leon@leonwebster.com.
25 SAT 9:00 AM C 25-30 mi. "GREAT ROLLS". Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co. 534 Selby Ave St Paul (PARK in lot across from store or on the street). We will meet at Great Harvest for Breakfast rolls at 7:30 AM. They make a roll with hash browns, cheddar cheese and scrambled eggs rolled up in a wheat dough, mm mm good!! Please call ahead so we can make sure there is enough for everyone. Oh yeah, the ride will be a nice slow scenic ride around St. Paul. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington cell 651-2854224; Pete "THE HAMMER Hall AND OTHERS.
25 SAT 9:00 AM B 20-25 mi. SONNY SIDE UP. Depart from Sonny's Ice Cream (Crema Cafe) at 3401 Lyndale Ave. So. Stay for brunch on the piazza after the ride. Great food! Your Leaders: Kay Mitchell and Evie Walters .
25 SAT 9:00 AM A/B 45/90 mi. MORNING GLORY. Depart from the parking lot in Mendota on the north side of Sibley Highway, east and downhill from St. Peter's Church. Park in lot or on the street. No restrooms at start of ride. Ride to Morning Glory bakery in Rosemount and return through SSP/WSP. Long option to Mexican restaurant in Northfield. Steve Scholl, 651-341-0597, 651-699-1203, srs428@,msn.com.
25 SAT 9:30 AM B/C 27 mi. NEW SCANDIA TOWNSHIP TOUR. Depart from New Scandia Community Center, 209th St. N in Scandia, MN. From Twin Cities take I-35 to Hwy 97 (exit 129) and continue to Scandia. Right on CR 3 to CR 52, straight to 209th St. N. Left into Community Center parking lot. We will tour the St. Croix Valley and climb out to the Big Marine Lake area. We go around Bone Lake and return. Rest stop at Marine-On-The St. Croix. Optional lunch at Scandia Cafe after the ride. Jack Uttermark, Cell:612-670-5902, jumark@earthlink.net.
25 SAT 10:00 AM B/C 20-30 mi. DONE BY ONE. Depart from the west end of the Coldwell Banker Burnet parking lot, one block west of the junction of Lake Street and Excelsior Blvd. The lot is west of the office building at 3033 Excelsior Blvd. (South side of Excelsior). This is an easier B/C ride exploring Mpls and St. Paul roadways, parks, bikeways, and lakes, with an emphasis on bikeways! Stay after for light lunch or snack at any of the local restaurants. Tony Anthonisen, 612-743-7555 or snocrvr@comcast.net.
25 SAT 10:30 AM AB 55 mi. WI SCENIC SATURDAY. Depart from Hudson Park & Ride lot. Dir: I-94 East to Exit #4 (12/U/Somerset). Rt (south) to Frontage road/N Rt (west) on N slightly less than 0.5 mi to stop sign. Left on Old State Hwy 35 exactly 0.5 miles to newer pk&ride lot on right. No bathrooms or water at ride start. A week late, day earlier, and slightly different start time...confused yet? A straightforward map showcasing curvy, quiet WI roads. All paces OK, but BS (being scenic) definitely encouraged. Self-sufficient B riders welcome. Sue Blum, . (Web Ride) Rain cancels. If weather is questionable, check the TCBC cancel/delay message board or call 690-2100 after 9am.
25 SAT 12:00 PM B/C 20 mi. WAYZATA-LONG LAKE-LAKE MINNETONKA TOUR. Depart from SW corner of Wayzata Bay Shopping Center off Superior Blvd. The tour will travel Wayzata, skirt Long Lake, south along the North Arm, and take in the northern bays of Minnetonka via Cty 15. This ride ranked B/C because of 3 nasty hills. Approx 1/2 mile on Luce Line (crushed limestone). Rest stop at Culver's/Holiday in Navarre. Dave Rusinko, 763-494-3955.
25 SAT 1:00 PM C 15-20 mi. "GO (4) IT" (PART 3). Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co. 534 Selby Av. St. Paul. Ride #3 in a series of (4) mapless rides, at a nice "C" pace. We will leave St. Paul to Mpls. and wind around back to Sunrise Cyclery, to start and finish our 4 part ride series with the "FAMILY RIDE" Paul "THUNDER" Huntington or , Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall and OTHERS. (Web Ride)
25 SAT 3:00 PM C 20-25 mi. "FAMILY RIDE". Depart from Sunrise Cyclery 3031 2nd Ave. So. Mpls (Lake St. & 35W). A nice laid-back leisurely family bike ride on the trails and some roads. All ages welcome. A couple stops along the way at a playground and ice cream. Burleys and tag-a-longs welcome. All riders and passengers must wear a helmet. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington , Molly SpokeGirl Lethert 651-552-9916, Judy "SPIKE" Kallestad 651-773-1101 and others.
25 SAT 5:30 PM B 25-30 mi. SAT. NITE LIVE. Depart from Armatage Park at 57th & Russell Ave. S. in SW Mpls. This ride may include a stop for music, a visit to an unusual eatery or a climb to a sunset view. Bring an open mind, a spirit of adventure and a suggestion for next week's ride. Jeff Ramberg, .
25 SAT 6:30 PM (Non TCBC) Ultra-Marathon cyclist Lon Haldeman at The Hub Bike Co-op, 3020 Minnehaha Avenue South in Minneapolis, free admission.
26 SUN 6:00 AM A/AB 63, 80, 102, 152 mi. SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. Depart from Perkins Restaurant, New Brighton [zipcode 55112], 2 blks west of I-35W on Cty Rd D. 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. Note: The depart time & Ride Leader varies for each Sunday as follows: 8/5: 6:00 a.m. Steve Scholl 651-341-0597; 8/12: 6:15 a.m. Paul Huntington ; 8/19: 6:15 a.m. Richard Franco ; 8/26: 6:30 a.m. Paul Huntington .
26 SUN 7:00 AM A About 20 miles each way mi. RIDE TO THE RIDE ON THE WEST SIDE. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee, East Lake Street and West River Road Minneapolis. Ride to the "Rolling on the Westside" ride. Do the distance you desire and head back home. We will head out to the ride at a brisk group pace to be sure to make it to the start on time. Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058, rhuskamp@juno.com. (Web Ride)
26 SUN 8:00 AM A/AB 65/45/30 mi. 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. Beautiful ride in the western suburbs down to Belle Plaine. Eric Feld, 612-743-4097. Co-Leader Lee Stagg 952-934-6000.
26 SUN 8:30 AM B 65 mi. CAMPORAMA 2007 DAY 2. Call ride leader for starting location. The second half of a camping ride -- returning to Saint Paul from Interstate State Park while carrying camping gear on your bicycle. See Camporama 2007 day 1 for more details. Leon Webster, 651-690-3492, leon@leonwebster.com.
26 SUN 9:00 AM B 64 mi. SNOOZE BUTTON METRIC. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Ave. N., Roseville (across from Har Mar Mall, next to McDonald's). Flat, friendly route will take us from Roseville to rural Anoka County and back through Lino Lakes and Shoreview. Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175, hansonca96@comcast.net.
26 SUN 9:00 AM B/C 27 mi. B' DAM'D 'N BACK. Depart from Steamworks Coffee and Tea Co, corner of 44th Ave N and Penn Av N in Minneapolis. We'll head north on Shingle Creek Trail and hook up with the North Hennepin Trail to Coon Rapids Dam for a short break, then head back along the Mississippi River Corridor Trail. Please park on neighborhood streets to the west and south, not in coffee shop parking lot. Kelly Hazel and Jim Pittenger, 612-588-3653, jbpittenger@landolakes.com.
26 SUN 9:00 AM C 25 mi. EASY DOES IT ON THE HARDWOOD CREEK TRAIL. Depart from Hardwood Creek Trail Head in Hugo (Highway 61 North, trail head in front of grain store, west side of the highway, 1/8th mile south of Subway). This is an easy out and back ride from Hugo to Stacy on the beautiful paved Hardwood Creek Trail and Sunrise Trail. There will be a rest stop in Wyoming and Stacy prior to returning to Hugo. Come for a leisurely paced social ride with optional lunch at Subway after the ride. See you there! Kevin DePratter, 715-386-2404, rocky07@att.net, cell at ride 715-554-0072.
26 SUN 9:30 AM A/B 70-80 mi. WI HILLS MAIDEN ROCK. Depart from the park on the river in Maiden Rock, WI. Cross into Wisconsin at Prescott or Red Wing and take WI 35 south to the town of Maiden Rock on Lake Pepin, then turn towards the river on Chestnut St. Challenging hills and little-traveled rural roads. Shorter option available. Details on TCBC MSN "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. Tony Wanschura, tonyjw@mindspring.com, 651-224-8360.
26 SUN 10:00 AM C 35 mi. DULUTH NORTH SHORE RIDE. Depart from Brighton Beach Park in Duluth. From I-35, continue to end which turns into London Rd (Hwy 61). Follow London Rd to Brighton Beach (just past North Shore Visitor Center). Turn right on Brighton Beach Rd to parking area. Escape the summer heat!!! This ride will go north on scenic Old Hwy 61, which has wide bike-friendly shoulders and scenic views of Lake Superior. An optional BBQ dinner in Duluth after the ride. Arrive about 9:30 AM to get bike and self ready. Pre-ride gathering at 9:50. If the weather is questionable, check "Ride Cancel Delay" message board at 8:00 AM or contact ride leader before 9:00 AM on morning of ride. Bill Buse, bbuse@charter.net or 218-728-4909, Cell at ride 218-341-8219.
26 SUN 11:00 AM AB 40 mi. OUT TO LORETTO. Depart from the Spring Gate Shopping Center on the Southwest side of Highway 100 & Duluth Street. Sleep in and join your friends for a bike ride out to Loretto with a rest stop at the Retro Cafe. Susan Evan 612-729-1441, bikersusan@hotmail.com, Chuck Sunder 612-285-1946. (Web Ride)
26 SUN 3:00 PM AB 30-40 mi. SUNDAY AFTERNOON SPIN. Depart from SW corner of Como Park Pavilion parking lot, just off Lexington Avenue. A nice ride through St. Paul and Minneapolis that features a number of the parkways and other bike friendly roads. So if you are looking for a nice afternoon ride because you have other things to do in the morning, feel like sleeping in or just like riding in the afternoon, then this is the ride for you Richard Franco, 651.246.3863, phoenixfyre1313@comcast.net. (Web Ride)
26 SUN 4:00 PM C 20-25 mi. "FAMILY RIDE". Depart from Shoreview Community Center, 4600 Victoria St. Shoreview. We will meet in the lower lot of the Shoreview Community Center, for a nice laid-back leisurely bike ride on the trails and roads of Shoreview, Arden Hills. We will make a couple stops along the way at a playground and a stop for ice cream. All age riders welcome and Burleys and Tag-a-longs welcome. All riders and passengers must wear a helmet. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington or cell ,, Molly "Spoke Girl" Lethert 651-552-9916, Judy "SPIKE" Kallestad 651-773-1101 and others.
27 MON 10:30 AM B 29/37* mi. PINK EXPRESS. Depart from County Cycles, 2700 Lexington Ave N, Roseville, 55113. Park on Woodhill Dr. A scenic ride past Owasso, Vadnais, and Bald Eagle Lakes. Leader rides at 14 mph pace. 29 mile route will have a rest stop at the Holiday gas station. *37 mile route option on August 13, 20, and 27th has its rest stop at the Pine Tree Orchard featuring strawberry treats. Which will you pick? Decide while you ride. The route splits at mile 15 and the leader rides the 37 mile route on those days. Marina Lim 651-808-5473, marina_lim@hotmail.com.
27 MON 1:00 PM A/B 35 mi. OUT & ABOUT. Depart from picnic area, just north of parking lot, near the Lake Harriet Bandshell. Play hooky from work and join your friends for an afternoon bike ride. Susan Evan, 612-729-1441.
27 MON 6:00 PM A/B 28-46 mi. URBAN WILDLIFE. Depart from Airport Hilton, across the road from the Minnesota River Wildlife Center. From I-494, exit south on 34th Av, left onto American Blvd, then left into Hilton parking lot at top of hill. Ride various pleasant routes on low-traffic roads and bike trails up to Harriet Island or south into Rosemount or other southern metro locations. Mike Beadles, .
27 MON 6:00 PM B/C 30 mi. "GREAT BUNS". Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co. 534 Selby Ave. St. Paul (PARK in lot across street from store). A nice ride thru scenic St. Paul, with some hills for character building and fun. Come early and sample some bread, cookies and other delicious specials. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington or , and Catherine "STAT CAT" Roach ,.
27 MON 6:00 PM B/C 25-30 mi. MY OH MY MINNEAPOLIS. Depart from the rear parking lot of Sunrise Cyclery Bike Shop, 3031 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis 55408, on the east side of 35W and south edge of Lake St. Sample the best scenery of Minneapolis via premier bicycle routes with many paved trails and some roads. Access to shop is not guaranteed - Monday is generally Jamie's day off. However, we have lots of room in the parking lot! Join us for authentic Mexican food afterwards. Laurie Holm and Rob Mann, 612-363-6165.
27 MON 6:00 PM A/B 28 mi. MINNETONKA MEANDER. Depart from Minnetonka Civic Center, Ice Arena A lot (494 & Minnetonka Blvd). A pleasant evening ride around Lake Minnetonka. B riders welcome. No rest stop. Jon Koser, 952-545-4133; Linda Tacke 952-932-9662; Dick Hartmann 952-545-6151.
28 TUE 9:00 AM BC 22/28/35/41 mi. GATEWAY EXPRESS. Depart from Depart from Burger King Parking Lot, Hwy 36 and Century Ave (Hwy 120). Note: Hwy 36 closed west of Century Ave, access the ride start via Hwy 120 or 694. This ride features the Gateway Trail (an all-paved scenic and flat trail). We will offer extensions out into Washington County lakes and farm areas, or just ride the 22 mi. Gateway Trail. Jack Uttermark, Cell:612-670-5902, Tom and Dona Devine, . (Web Ride)
28 TUE 4:00 PM A/B 28/33 mi. EARLY EDITION: TEARS, GEARS, & FEARS. Depart from 1195 St Paul Avenue (corner of St Paul Ave & Dorothea). All the tears, gears & fears of the 6 PM ride, and early enough, if you ride fast, to do it again at 6 PM. Driveway parking on Dorothea or on street. Steve Scholl, 651-341-0597, 651-699-1203, .
28 TUE 5:45 PM C 20 mi. RIDES FROM WEBSTER SCHOOL NE (MAPLESS). Depart from Webster School parking lot, Adams St NE & Spring St NE, (MPLS). We'll bike various trails and bike friendly streets and offer a dining venue after ride. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Various Co-Leaders.
28 TUE 6:00 PM AB/BC 16/30 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 stops on ride options as available. NOTE: Hanson Boulevard is not accessible from US 10, nor is it expected to be open between Main Street/MN 242 and Bunker Lake Boulevard until November 2007. Plan your route to the ride accordingly. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne. (Web Ride)
28 TUE 6:00 PM (Note earlier departure) A/B 36/29/24 mi. THE ACAPULCO RIDE. From I-694, take Hwy 36 east for 6.5 miles to Stillwater. Turn left on Washington Ave (first stoplight past the Hwy 5 overpass) Take an immediate right on the frontage road for 1/4 mile to the Valley Ridge Mall and Acapulco Restaurant on the left. We'll roll on quiet roads to Afton, eat afterwards and just have fun. What more could you ask for? Rain may force cancellation of the ride at the leaders discretion, but we can still eat! Call if in doubt. Hey, all you strong B-riders, are you out there? We need you!!! (Note that Hwy 36 is closed through North St. Paul.) Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676.
28 TUE 6:00 PM A/B 28/33 mi. TEARS, GEARS AND FEARS. Depart from Temple Of Aaron, East Mississippi River Road, St. Paul, MN. Classic TCBC hill training ride. You will regret every calorie you ever ate. Rebecca Lawrence 612-481-4145.
28 TUE 6:00 PM C 18 mi. BIKETNR RIDE #2. Depart from Richfield Intermediate School, 70th & 12th Ave So, Richfield. We will ride to Minnehaha Falls via Ft. Snelling Park and back around Lake Nokomis. Info - go to www.biketnr.homestead.com. Erwin Brandon.
28 TUE 6:00 PM B 22-29 mi. TUESDAY TUPELO HONEY. Depart from 4504 Valley View Road, Edina 55424 . Depart from Edina Bike and Sport Shop, 4504 Valley View, Edina. A nice ride in the Edina and Eden Prairie metro area. After the ride stay for a burger and share a malt at Snuffy's Malt Shop Carmen Kissel, , ; Evie Walters, , . (Web Ride)
29 WED 10:30 AM A/B 40-65 mi; shortcut options available. WILDS OF WI. Depart from Wisconsin Visitor Center just off exit 2 of I-94 in Hudson, WI. Variety of routes along traffic-free country roads. Self-sufficient B riders welcome, SCENIC RIDERS ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED. Due to location, if weather is at all questionable, call leader at 651-690-2100 before coming to start. If (and only if) ride is cancelled, there will be a message to that effect on my answering machine after 9:30 Wed. morning. Sue Blum, .
29 WED 5:30 PM A/B 38-42 mi. -CANCELLED-WEDNESDAY EVENING RIVER FALLS RAMBLE. Depart from parking lot behind "The Route" bike shop in River Falls, WI. A regular weekly ride from River Falls. Primarily low volume township and county roads. Beautiful Wisconsin scenery. We use several different routes over hill and dale during the month for variety. Steve O'Rourke, .
29 WED 6:00 PM B 25-35 mi. SLP'ING OUT. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd (between 100 & 169) and Texas Av in St Louis Park. Will be a map, but those that want to stay together with me, there is an option me to ride this evening group ride at the B-ride "recovery" pace, on which we will average almost exactly 14 MPH, mostly on paved trails and bicycle lanes. Meet the group furthest out in the parking lot straight out from the store's entrance door, as Erik's "A" team meets right by the front door and has the same ride start time but would be much faster. Mike Beadles, .
29 WED 6:00 PM B/C 25-30 mi. "THUNDER ROLLS". Depart from Sunrise Cyclery 3031 2nd Ave. So. Mpls. (Lake St & 35W). A nice ride on the trails and roads around the lakes and to Hopkins. Burleys and Trail-A-Bikes welcome. All riders and passengers must wear a helmet. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington or , Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall .
29 WED 6:00 PM A/B 25-35 mi. THE WHOLE ENCHILADA!. Depart from the Roseville Professional Center, SW corner of Hwy 36 and Hamline Av in Roseville (2233 Hamline Ave N). Park at the west end of the lot. Ride past area lakes and parks with the Speedy Gonzalezes of the group or at a more leisurely pace. Join your compadres afterwards at La Casita, home of the 99 cent taco, for fun and refueling. Andele! Andele! Epa! Epa! Yeehah!! Mary Derks, .
29 WED 6:00 PM B 25-35 mi. RIDING FROM RICHFIELD. Pedal away on this ever-evolving evening escapade as the last bell sounds from the steeple of the Richfield’s Woodlake Lutheran Church at 76th and Oliver Ave in Richfield. Bring your sense of adventure as you experience new themed routes to different places on every ride. David Gepner ,
30 THU 9:30 AM B/C 20/40 mi. THURSDAYS ON THE CANNON. Depart from Welch Village trailhead. We’ll bike to the Red Wing trailhead, then return to Welch for a pit stop, and then on to Cannon Falls for lunch at The Stone Mill. Finally, on a full and satisfied stomach, we’ll ride the 10 miles downhill back to Welch. $3 daily permit or $15 season pass required. Don Picard, . 952-894-3431. Mobile phone at ride: 612-396-3884.
30 THU 10:00 AM C 22/35 mi. GATEWAY GETAWAY SOCIAL RIDE. Depart from BK / Burger Konig. It's located at 120/Century und Hwy 36. Its an all paved scenic straight trail. Please park to the rear of the parking lot. (just keep an eye out for the black forest green panzervagon - VW Euro van). Rest stop at the end of the trail. Optional Mittagessen after the ride at the "BK". Any questions? You know how to call. Note: Hwy 36 is totally under construction from White Bear Ave. to 120/Century Ave. Augie aka "The Gus Meister" Muller.
30 THU 10:00 AM AB 30-40 mi. CITY EXPLORER. Depart from picnic area just north of parking lot near Lake Harriet bandshell. Routes vary - Grand Round, St.Paul, Plymouth, Eden Prairie. Katie Angle . (Web Ride)
30 THU 5:45 PM A/B 26 or 31 mi. THURSDAY THERAPY. Improve your relationship with your bike on a scenic ride through northern Dakota County. Depart from the parking lot of HealthPartners, corner of Wabasha and Plato, across the Wabasha Street Bridge from downtown St. Paul. Park at the west end of the lot, farthest from the building. Various leaders. Tony Wanschura, .
30 THU 6:00 PM A/B 25-35 mi. THE HEIGHTS NORDEAST TO NORTHEAST. Depart from NE corner of Cub Foods lot, Silver Lake Village Center, Silver Lake Rd just N of 37th Ave NE (CR D) in St Anthony Village. Route and mileage will vary, in keeping with the theme of good roads and great scenery. All welcome, but bring a friend if you ride less than a B pace. , .
30 THU 6:00 PM A/B 22/30 mi. THIGHS, SIGHS, CRIES. Depart from parking lot in front of Woody's Grill at Shady Oak Rd and City West Pkwy in Eden Prairie. 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. Self-sufficient B riders welcome. You'll sigh and cry but your thighs will thank you! NOTE: Restroom facilities at SuperAmerica on Shady Oak Rd across from Woody's. Dianne Bell, , ; Mike Beadles, , Scott Larson, scottglarson@comcast.net, 651-455-0749.
30 THU 6:00 PM B 21-28 mi. GREAT GOOGLY MOOGLY. Depart from University of St. Thomas main lot, NE corner of Cretin and Summit Aves, St. Paul. A summertime tradition exploring the Mississippi River and the Roseville Reservoir; different route during State Fair time. Julie Kosbab, 651-253-2493. julie-at-rideboldly.org.
30 THU 6:00 PM B 20-25 mi. A DUTCH TREAT. Depart from Plymouth Station Shopping Center, Highway 55 and County 24 in Plymouth, 2 mi west of I-494. Park at north end by the tower. Scenic backroads of Medina, Maple Plain, Loretto, and Hamel. Rolling Hills. Socialize over a light meal at Panera's after the ride. (Map to start: http://zzzurn.com/maps/plymouthstation.html) Your Leaders: Kay Mitchell and Evie Walters .
31 FRI 10:00 AM A/B 28-63 mi. MMVII METRIC. Depart from Vadnais-Sucker Lake Park, 4500 Rice St. 55127, north parking lot. Try the ride to Marine on St. Croix with a tasty sandwich at the General Store or a shorter version if it's too hot, windy, wet or you don't have time. Katie Angle 8/24, Lee Thielman 8/10, Dave Pfuhl 8/3 & 8/31, Michael McNutt 8/17.
31 FRI 3:00 PM AB 44 mi. FRIDAYS TO THE LAKE. Depart from Erik's bike shop, NW corner of Minnetonka Blvd. and Texas Ave. in St Louis Park. Head west to Lake Independence on a somewhat challenging, varied-terrain ride thru the western suburbs. Rest stop at the Retro in Loretto. Route and distance will vary slightly each week. Short cut options available. George Hagemann, home, , gphagemann@earthlink.net. (Web Ride)
31 FRI 5:30 PM B 24/28 mi. TWO SKYLINES. Depart from The Coffee Grounds at 1579 Hamline in Falcon Heights - that's just north of Hoyt on Hamline. Don't park in The Coffee Grounds lot but on nearby streets or in the Como Lutheran Church lot at the SW corner of Hamline & Hoyt. This evening cruiser will include the highs & lows of St. Paul & dramatic views of Minneapolis & St. Paul downtown skylines. Hang around after for music by Adrienne Nightengale, a well-traveled folk singer/song writer. The Coffee Grounds also offers great ice cream, beverages & snacks. Check out their website at www.thecoffeegrounds.net for more info. & a map. Ambassador: Karen Johnson, 651-398-1808; Jeff Ramberg, . (Web Ride)
31 FRI 6:00 PM AB 25-35 mi. FRIDAY CENTRAL. Depart from West side of Langford Park Bldg, which is southwest of the intersection of Como and Raymond Avenues in St. Paul just W of the State Fairgrounds. You turn S on Scudder and then R to Langford or turn b/4 or after the railroad overpass on Raymond at Blake St & W to Langford Park. For those of you unfamiliar with the area, it is easiest to get to St Anthony Park (SAP) from So Mpls in rush hour by taking Marshall Ave. (Lake St) East across the River and then turn north at the country club and proceed up Pelham to Myrtle & turn R and to Raymond Ave L (N) and to Blake & L to Langford Park. Coming from downtown Mpls, it is easiest to take 4th St to the U of M and exit the first R after the River by Coffman Student Union and then wind through the U of M, heading north until you can take a right at Kasota Ave & follow it over to Raymond Ave. and N (L) to Blake St and L (W) to Langford Park. We'll take a nice relaxing Friday route on some of our favorite roads around St Paul and Roseville -- River Road, Edgcombe Rd, Summit, Como, Victoria, N Owasso -- lube that chain and fly! Then we'll dine at Bascalli's on wood-fired, brick oven Italian delicacies. , .
31 FRI 6:00 PM B 25-30 mi. TGIF DINNER SERIES. Depart from Burnet Realty at Highway 96 and Hodgson Rd in North Oaks. North on Village Center Drive, park in the rear lot. Optional post-ride dinner at Panino's. Aug 3: Lee Thielman, ; Aug 10: Susie Anderson, ; Aug 17 & 31: Tom and Dona Devine, ; Aug 24: Hugh Gitlin, .
31 FRI 6:00 PM B 20-25 mi. "MIGHTY MOOSE". Depart from Moose Country Eatery 857 Hwy 13 Lilydale. Bring your climbing legs, we will climb a few hills in St. Paul. But the best part of all we will have some very nice down hills too. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington , Catherine "STAT CAT" Roach , Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall . (Web Ride)