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June 20081 SUN 5:30 AM A 151 mi. Sunday Sunrise Solitude. Depart from Perkins Restaurant, New Brighton [zipcode 55112], 2 blks west of I-35W on Cty Rd D. Park at far end of lot. This early-bird 151 mile route is the only one rated at an A ride level of the four routes offered through Sunday Sunrise Solitude (the other three routes are shorter and are rated at an A/B ride level). Get the solitude of the morning, starting with the sunrise, unless you bring a fellow cyclist. Detailed maps and queue sheets provided. 6/1 and 6/8: Charlie Caswell 763-242-4562; 6/15: Steve Scholl 651-341-0597; 6/22: Richard Miller 651-777-6147; 6/29: Joe Hays 612-987-6868. 1 SUN 5:30 AM A/B 62, 79, 101 mi. Sunday Sunrise Solitude. Depart from Perkins Restaurant, New Brighton [zipcode 55112], 2 blks west of I-35W on Cty Rd D. Park at far end of lot. Get the solitude of the morning, starting with the sunrise, unless you bring a fellow cyclist. Detailed map and queue sheet provided of the city and countryside routes. Note: same depart time for every June ride; however, the Ride Leaders vary. 6/1 and 6/8: Charlie Caswell 763-242-4562; 6/15: Steve Scholl 651-341-0597; 6/22: Richard Miller 651-777-6147; 6/29: Joe Hays 612-987-6868 1 SUN 7:00 AM A/B 28/33 mi. Sunday Supplement: Tears, Gears & Fears. Depart from Starbucks at Cleveland & Ford Parkway. (2078 Ford Parkway). All the hills and thrills of the St Paul/Mendota/WSP hill ride and be home by 10 AM. Steve Scholl, 651-699-1203 (h), 651-341-0597 (c). 1 SUN 8:00 AM A/B 50 mi. Duluth to Carlton. Depart from The Inn on Lake Superior, 350 Canal Park Drive, Duluth, MN. Experience the best part of the Munger Trail: Duluth-Carlton-Duluth: woods, streams, bridges and Lake Superior vistas. Out-and-back from Duluth to Carlton along the scenic segment of the Munger Trail. Steve Scholl, srs428-at-msn-dot-com, 651-699-1203 h, 651-341-0597 c, 651-259-7371 o. 1 SUN 8:30 AM A/B 78 mi. Rolling on the West Side. Depart from Holiday Gas Station Eden Prairie, Dell Road and 62. Three and half miles west of 494 on 62, park at far end of lot, next to Dell Rd. An excellent ride in the western suburbs. Eric Feld - 612-743-4097. 1 SUN 9:00 AM C 20/40 mi. THE GATEWAY SOCIAL C RIDE. Depart from B.K. / Burger Konig at 120 / Century und Hwy. 36 in North St. Paul. It's an all-paved very scenic straight trail, Please park to the rear of the parking lot (just keep an eye out for my black forest green panzerwagon - VW van :-). Rest stop at the end of the trail. Optional lunch after the ride at the "BK" or Panera's Brot und Keffee Shop on White Bear Ave. Until we meet, I'll remain your most humble und obedient servant Augie "The Gus Meister" Muller Haus fon# 651-770-5065. 1 SUN 9:30 AM C 23-28 mi. Pieces of Eight. Depart from Crosby Farm Park. Follow Shepherd Rd. to Gannon/Crosby Farm Rd, St. Paul. Go down the hill into the park. We’ll ride a figure eight along the river. Lunch stop at Cossetta’s. (Pieces of Eight not accepted there.) Nancy Welsh, 952-456-9260. 1 SUN 9:30 AM A/B 70-90; shorter option available WI HILLS MENOMONIE. Depart from Riverside Park in Menomonie, WI. Take I-94 to Menomonie, then 25 south to 29, then right on 29 across the river to the park. Challenging hills and little-traveled rural roads. Watch for details on TCBC MSN "Rides and Trips" message board during the 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. Various leaders. Ride coordinator is Tony Wanschura, 651-224-8360, ajwanschura-at-gmail-dot-com. 1 SUN 10:00 AM A/B 56 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 Drive, then right into the park. (Note: If a park event fills the lot, park at the High School which is one block west of the park on Woodlane). Scenic route through southern Washington County including Grey Cloud Island, Cottage Grove Ravine Park and a rest stop in Afton. Some hilly sections that appear to lead up into the clouds. Jeff Johnson & Patt Seleen, 651-552-9131. 1 SUN 10:00 AM C 20-25 mi. Sunday Morning to Hopkins. Depart from Painters Community Park ,34th & Lyndale South in Minneapolis (across from Sonny's Ice Cream). The route for this ride uses the streets and trails to Wendy's in Hopkins for a cool treat. We then return to the hustle and bustle of Minneapolis to meander through the downtiown area making our way back to Painters Community Park. Come out and enjoy the late spring air and scenery along two of the cities premier trails. Kevin DePratter, rocky07-at-att-dot-net,Cell: 715-554-0072; Cindy DePratter, rocky07-at-att-dot-net, Cell: 715-554-0042. 1 SUN 10:00 AM B/C 25-30mi Ramsey Warmup. Depart from Ramsey Co. Beach., north side of White Bear Lake. North on highway 61 into White Bear Lake. Right turn on 96. Parking on the right. Warmup for those intending middle distances at the Water Mellon in July. Leader will ride a leisurely C pace. Joe Larson joebike-at-showpage.org 651-235-2578. 1 SUN 10:00 AM C 20+ mi. Red Jacket Trail. Depart from Red Jacket trailhead in Mankato. One block east of 169 on South Riverfront Drive. Railroad grade trail to Rapidan. Road riding to lunch than some hill riding to Minneoba state park and back to trail head. John Avoles 651-437-3974, Herb Schultz 952-941-4381 1 SUN 11:00 AM A/B 55 mi. Sunday's from St. Paul. Depart from Summit Ave and Mississippi River Blvd. Explore some new quieter routes south of the river. Includes two rest stops. Self sufficient B riders welcome, alternate routes available upon request. Bruce Berry 651-690-2510. 2 MON 10:30 AM A/B 30 mi. Pink Express. Depart from County Cycles, Lexington Ave. Roseville. Join your friends, usual day ride suspects and the skipping work on Monday crowd for a nice ride to start the week. Ron and the good folks at County Cycles have promised a bbq at end of one ride or other during June. Perhaps you'll have to do all five to figure out which one. Perhaps not. Shop is open before ride so you can get any bike stuff you might need, the friendly staff eager to serve. Does it get any better than this? Yes, but rarely on Monday mornings. Michael McNutt bikermichael-at-comcast-dot-net 651-208-3185. 2 MON 10:30 AM B 30 mi. Pink Express. Depart from County Cycles 2700 Lexington Roseville 55113. Marina will co-lead this ride at B speed with Michael's A/B Pink Express. This is a scenic ride passing 3 lakes. Rest stop at Caribou Coffee. Post ride food options across the street: Smooth Grind (soup, sandwiches, salads, coffee & dessert), Oasis Market (convenience store). Marina Lim 651-808-5473 marina_lim-at-hotmail-dot-com. 2 MON 6:00 PM B/C 25-30 mi. "GREAT BUNS". Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co. 534 Selby Ave. St. Paul. a nice entry level ride for those that would like to climb some hills,at a nice take it easy pace. The ride will have a different route week to week,but will be a MAPLESS ride. NO RIDER will be DROPPED. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-519-3364 or 651-343-7447 Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-1360. 2 MON 6:00 PM B/C 22 mi. Mellow Monday Revisited. Depart from Long Lake Regional Park main pavilion in New Brighton. Includes some trails and a DQ stop. Doug Nelson, 651-639-9917. 2 MON 6:00 PM B/C 25-30 mi. My Oh My Minneapolis. Depart from NEW STARTING LOCATION at Brackett Park (2728 39th Ave S in Minneapolis - meet by big red rec bldg). Same routes, new starting point. A stay-together ride sampling the best scenery in Minneapolis. Join us for dinner afterwards at Birchwood Cafe or Clicquot Club Cafe. Rob Mann and Laurie Holm (612)363-6165. 2 MON 6:00 PM A/B 30-46 mi. Urban Wildlife (Bloomington). Depart from Airport Hilton, from I-494, exit south on 34th Av, left onto American Blvd, then left at top of hill to SW corner of parking lot. Ride various pleasant routes on low-traffic roads and bike trails starting from near the Wildlife Refuge up to Harriet Island or south into Rosemount or other south-eastern metro locations. Mike Beadles, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com, 612-839-5406. 2 MON 6:00 PM B 27-35 mi. MINNETONKA MEANDER. Depart from Minnetonka Civic Center, Ice Arena A lot (Minnetonka Blvd and Williston Rd). A pleasant evening ride around Lake Minnetonka. Jon Koser 952-210-1124, Linda Tacke 952-932-9662, Dick Hartmann 952-545-6151. 2 MON 6:00 PM B 20/25 mi. Lake Nokomis Out& Back. Depart from Lake Nokomis Beach Coffee Shop at 50th & 28th st in South Mpls. A nice easy ride thought the streets of Minneapolis and St. Paul Rolling hills. This Maybe Map or Mapless? Mike Daniels, 651-690-0190, Cell 651-261-6516. 2 MON 6:00 PM B 25-35 mi. PENN-cil Me In - After Work!. Depart from PENN Cycle in Blaine – 10611 Baltimore St NE, directly behind Gander Mountain and Super Target located on Hwy 65 & 105th Ave NE. Recover from the weekend or gently jump start a fresh week! This ride offers changing routes that will take you through several northern suburbs and refresh you after a day at the office. Soothe your Monday madness and start your week off on the right pedal! Rick Shoebottom - cell: 952.292.5307 or hm: 651.493.7248, Ben Wilson - 763.432.9430. 2 MON 6:00 PM A/B 25-35 mi. Miles from Maplewood. Depart from Maplewood Community Center Parking Lot, 2100 White Bear Avenue, about 3 blocks south of Highway 36. Ride into the countryside of Ramsey and Washington Counties. Richard Miller, 651-777-6147. 3 TUE TCBC Board of Directors Business Meeting. Mary Derks, 651-335-6505. 3 TUE 9:30 AM B 22-63 mi. The Gateway Express. Depart from Burger King Parking Lot - Hwy 120 (Century Ave) and Hwy 36 (please park on west side). This ride features the Gateway Trail, a very scenic and straight trail. The ride has extensions that loop out into very scenic N. Washington County. The easiest ride is the 22 mi. Gateway trail (out to Pine Point and back). The ride leader rides at a B pace and may or may not ride the extensions. Good maps of the extensions will be provided. Note that I have added an Osceloa WI. extension. To reach the ride: From #694 exit Hwy 36 West to Hwy 120 (Century Ave). South 1/2 blk to Burger King. Jack Uttermark, Cell at Ride:612-670-5902, Email: jumark-at-earthlink-dot-net. 3 TUE 10:00 AM A/B 35-45 mi. Minnetonka Miles. Depart from Minnetonka City Hall, west of 494 on Minnetonka Blvd, NW parking lot by ice arena. Ride briefing at 9:55. Ride leaves promptly at 10:00. Five sensational routes to the lake, neighborhoods and beyond. Includes rolling hills with a friendly rest stop. Chuck Sunder 612-285-1946 Chuck Sunder 612-285-1946. 3 TUE 10:00 AM C 20-25 mi. HOP TO HOPKINS. Depart from SW Corner of Mt Olivet Church parking lot (5025 Knox Ave S, MPLS). We'll head for Hopkins, trekking around Lakes Calhoun and Harriet and LRT East and return via Hutchinson Spur and Cedar Lake. All trails are paved asphalt. Rest stop is at Hopkins Depot Coffee House; en route lunch stop is at Tin Fish at Lake Calhoun pavilion. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell Phone At Ride, 952-334-5382; Co-Leader Open. 3 TUE 4:00 PM A/B 28/33 mi. Early Edition: Tears, Gears & Fears. Depart from 1195 St Paul Avenue, St Paul, 55116. Corner of St Paul Avenue and Dorothea. Park in driveway or on Dorothea. Challenging hill ride through St Paul and Mendota Heights: Ramsey, Ohio, High Bridge, Marie, Lexington, Highway 13, and a lot of rollers. Steve Scholl, 651-699-1203 (h), 651-341-0597 (c). 3 TUE 4:30 PM B 20-25 mi. Pre-Board FLight (St Paul). Depart from (NOTE New Location!) Anchor Bank, I-94 & Snelling, 1570 Concordia Avenue, 55104, SE corner of parking lot. Your chance to ride on a ride with at least one TCBC Board member on it, ride is located near the actual Board meeting and scheduled immediately before Mike Beadles, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com, 612-839-5406. 3 TUE 6:00 PM B/C 36/30/24 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. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne, 763.862.1411, dohogne-at-msn-dot-com. 3 TUE 6:00 PM C 18 mi. BIKETNR RIDE #1. Depart from Richfield Intermediate School, 70th and 12 Ave. So, Richfield. We will ride the West River Road - then west on the Greenway and back on Portland Ave. Info - go to www.biketnr.homestead-dot-com. Erwin "Brandy" Brandon, 952-943-2538, biketnr-at-aol-dot-com. 3 TUE 6:00 PM C 15-20 mi. TUESDAY RIDES FROM WEBSTER SCHOOL (MAPLESS). Depart from Webster School parking lot, Adams Street NE & Spring Street NE (MPLS). We'll bike various paved trails and bike friendly streets and offer a dining venue option after ride. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at Ride, 952-334-5382. 3 TUE 6:00 PM A/B 36/30/24 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. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne; 763.862.1411; dohogne-at-msn-dot-com. 3 TUE 6:00 PM A/B 30-40 mi. Westy's Leftside. Depart from the Plymouth Station Shopping Center lot located at Highway 55 and County Road 24. The group will gather by the ATM on the north side of the lot. Saluting a Thursday tradition by starting a new one! Varied and challenging routes on the open and rolling roads of northwest Hennepin county, including the cities of Plymouth, Hamel, Medina, Loretto, Maple Plain, Independence and occasionally by Lake Minnetonka. Length will vary depending on available daylight. Steve Sorenson (763-229-9073) steve(at)bikenaked(dot)net. 3 TUE 6:00 PM A/B 33 mi. Gears, Tears & Fears. Depart from Temple of Aaron, 616 Mississippi River Blvd South. Come climb every notable hill in St. Paul. We'll climb the High Bridge, Ramsey Hill and various others in this summer classic. You don't want to miss out. Tom Lenzmeier, 651-734-5340, tlenzmeier-at-gmail-dot-com. 3 TUE 6:15 PM A/B 36/29/24 mi. THE ACAPULCO RIDE. Depart from From I-694, take Hwy 36 east for 6.5 miles to Stillwater. Turn left on Washington Ave (first stoplight past the Hwy 5 overpass) Take an immediate right on the frontage road for 1/4 mile to the Valley Ridge Mall and Acapulco Restaurant on the left. Unwind on the beautiful backroads of the St. Croix River Valley. Outdoor dining after at Acapulco. Rain may force cancellation of the ride at the leaders discretion. Call ahead if in doubt. Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676. 4 WED 9:00 AM A/B 40 - 65 mi. Hump Day Hammer. Depart from Holiday Gas Station SE Corner Dell Rd at 62nd St W Eden Prairie. Various Routes in the Western Suburbs. Mileages will vary from 40 - 65 miles. Contact leader prior to ride if weather looks questionable. Tony Abelson (952)949-3996 tonyandbean-at-yahoo-dot-com 4 WED 9:30 AM C 25 mi. JUNE'S TACO RIDE. Depart from Minnehaha Falls North Parking Lot (North of Pavilion). Pay to park in lot or choose free parking on adjacent streets. Join us for a trip to find Taco's at the Taco House on Concord Street in West St Paul. Route includes Mendota Bridge, Great River Trail, Mendota Heights, Dodd Rd and Lilydale. June Johnson, 612-869-1710; Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell Phone At Ride; 952-334-5382. 4 WED 10:00 AM B/C 20-25 mi. Champlin Midmorning Ramble. Depart from 10:00 am Start at Trailhead Cycling and Fitness,11333 Aquila Dr (114th and US 169,Champlin, MN (763-712-0312). Mapless Social group riding Park on the north side of the cycle shop parking lot. This ride uses paved trails and low traffic streets along the Mississippi River, Coon Rapids Dam, and Elm Creek Park Preserve. Mid ride beak and lunch possibilities after ride. Phillip Lawson 612-554-1340, Berway Swanstrum 763-427-2909, Mary Swanstrum 763-427-2909. 4 WED 10:30 AM A/B 40-65 mi. 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 strongly encouraged. Rain cancels. 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, 651-690-2100, sueblum-at-earthlink-dot-net. 4 WED 4:30 PM B 15 mi. Stretch n Peal (St Louis Park). Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. A few extra miles all on bike trails to stretch the legs then finish just in time to then peal out on the 6:00 PM "SLP'ing Out" ride if you so choose (no rest stop on this actual ride - we will rest in between rides at Erik's). Mike Beadles, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com, 612-839-5406. 4 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 Ave) in Roseville. Park at west end of lot. Ride with the Speedy Gonzalezes of the group or at a more leisurely pace on this gently rolling route around area parks and lakes. Join your compadres afterwards at LaCasita for fun and refueling. Andele! Andele! Epa! Epa! Yeehah!!! Mary Derks (maryderks-at-yahoo-dot-com, 651-335-6505). 4 WED 6:00 PM C 15-30 mi. Maple(ss) Grove. Depart from Maple Grove Cycling & Fitness, 8121 Wedgewood Lane (at the corner of Grove Dr. and Wedgewood Ln, near Cub Foods; take I-94 west to the Weaver Lake Rd exit, head east to intersection with Elm Creek Blvd, turn south to Grove Dr (first left). This will be a mapless ride, following the roads and trails of Maple Grove. Possible destinations include Elm Creek Park Preserve, Fish Lake Park, the Coon Rapids Dam, and more. We will be departing from the parking lot in front of Maple Grove Cycling & Fitness. Opportunities for snacks and water along the way are slim, but there are numerous dining choices for after the ride. Paul "Thunder" Huntington, 651-343-7447, paul.huntington-at-audatex-dot-com; Pete "The Hammer" Hall, 612-889-1361; Craig "Bookman" Larson, 763-424-4223, clarson65-at-hotmail-dot-com. 4 WED 6:00 PM B 20-30 mi. Riding from Richfield. Depart from Richfield's Woodlake Lutheran Church 76th & Oliver. Come out for the twice in a blue moon experience when this venerable ride leaves with an alternate leader. Pat Exley, 612-819-5551, exleyp-at-yahoo-dot-com. 4 WED 6:00 PM B 25-35 mi. SLP'ing Out (St Louis Park). Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. Meet the group in the parking lot that is furthest from the bike shop's door. Ride to Hyland Hills Park in Bloomington, there is at least one "long" uphill on this route that a rider should be prepared for. Mike Beadles, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com, 612-839-5406. 5 THU 8:30 AM B 40/60 mi. THURSDAYS ON THE CANNON. Depart from Welch trailhead. Departure from the Welch for the Red Wing trailhead, then return to Welch for a pit stop, and then to Cannon Falls for lunch. Then we'll ride the 10 miles downhill back to Welch to complete the 40-mile portion. To complete the optional 60-mile ride, we'll do another round trip to Red Wing. $3 daily permit or $20 season pass required. Mobile phone at ride: 612-396-3884. Don Picard, 952-894-3431, donbike-at-mac-dot-com. 5 THU 10:00 AM B/C 32 mi. LITTLE CANADA AND POINTS SOUTH. Depart from Press Gym in The Market Place Center, 2900 Rice St. 1/2 mile north of County Rd. C. We will ride from Little Canada as far south as the Mississippi River at St. Paul passing Lakes Bennett, McCarrons, Phalen and Gervais on the way. Maps and detailed cue sheets will be available for faster or slower riders. The leader will average 12 MPH, but not on the climb on Warner Rd. up out of the river valley onto the bluffs. Don Hopkins, 651-628-9713, Cell: 651-216-8690, dchopkin-at-aol-dot-com. 5 THU 5:45 PM A/B 30-45 mi. River Falls Ramble. Depart from Behind THE ROUTE Bike Shop, 102 N. Main, River Falls, WI. Ride through the hills and valleys of near western Wisconsin. We rotate through several different routes over the month. Steve O'Rourke, Cell: (612) 670-3720. 5 THU 6:00 PM B 25 mi. A DUTCH TREAT. Depart from Plymouth Station Shopping Center, Hwy 55 and County Rd 24 in Plymouth, 2 mi west of I-494, park at north end by tower. Scenic backroads of Medina, Maple Plain, Loretta and Hamel. Rolling Hills. Join us at Panera's after the ride. Kay Mitchell 612-801-6151 and Evie Walters 763-221-3809. 5 THU 6:00 PM A 3-60 mi. Extreme TSC (Eden Prairie). Depart from SW parking lot of Grace Church on SE corner of Eden Prairie Rd & Pioneer Trail. WARNING this is an "EXTREME" version of "Thighs Sighs and Cries" in which we do ONLY the "hilly" 3-mile loop (limit is sunset time) 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 first Thursday each month & concurrently with regularly scheduled TSC. Also extra loops mileage credit for those doing full TSC map, find & sign ride sheet on MRBIKEY blue van rear window in Church parking lot BY 8:30 PM Mike Beadles, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com, 612-839-5406. 5 THU 6:00 PM A/B 25 or 31 mi. THURSDAY THERAPY. 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. Improve your relationship with your bike on a scenic ride through northern Dakota County. Various leaders. Ride coordinator is Tony Wanschura, ajwanschura-at-gmail-dot-com, 651-224-8360. 5 THU 6:00 PM A/B 20-32 mi. Thighs, Sighs & Cries (Eden Prairie). Depart from the parking lot in front of Woody's Grill at Shady Oak Rd and City West Pkwy in Eden Prairie. A 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 always welcome. You'll sigh and cry as you build up your thighs! Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com; Scott Larson, 651-455-0749, scottglarson-at-comcast-dot-net; Scott Weinberg, scott-weinberg-at-msn-dot-com. 6 FRI C 35-45 mi. JUNE 6-8 CENTRAL LAKES TRAIL WEEKEND. See Daily Ride Listings. Three fun filled days, exploring Trail Offerings and enjoying after-ride fun activities. See Upcoming Events Article. John Avoles, 651-437-3974; Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Don Picard, 952-894-3431; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381 6 FRI 7:00 AM A About 160 mi. Duluth-In-A-Day. Depart from National Sports Center Blaine. Ride to Duluth, NO SUPPORT, NO Map. "A" riders on this quest will ride as a group. Plan for your own support if you have a "break down" or "Melt down". Bring your cellular phone. This is a one way trip each is responsible for own hotel in Duluth and own tranportation back. Some in the group plan to ride back with the MS 150 Bike tour on Saturday and Sunday. We will follow the same general route up there as the MS does with our own version. Riders must feel comfortable riding in a group and at a strong "A" pace. Call or email for further information. Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058 rhuskamp-at-juno-dot-com. 6 FRI 9:30 AM B/C 31 mi. North Hennepin Circle. Depart from North Hennepin Community College (corner of 85th Ave N and W. Broadway Ave in Brooklyn Park). West parking lot, south side (near the ball fields). A nice, leisurely ride on the roads and trails of Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center. We will follow roads and trails to the Coon Rapids Dam, cross over the river and head south on the East Mississippi River bike trail and E. River Road, then back to the west side of the river, north on the Shingle Creek bike trail and return to NHCC. There are ample opportunities for rest breaks and water along the route. Craig Larson, 763-424-4223, clarson65-at-hotmail-dot-com. 6 FRI 10:00 AM C 36 mi. CENTRAL LAKES TRAIL - OSAKIS TO GARFIELD. Depart from Trail Head Parking Lot in Osakis, MN. From Hwy I-94, take Exit 114 (Hwy 127)to downtown Osakis Information Center at Nain St and Central Ave. Parking one block North and then Left by gazebo. C + Rides on Paved rail trail. First day will be to Garfield and return, with lunch in Garfield and after-ride activities / fun in and around Alexandria. John Avoles, 651-437-3974; Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Don Picard, 952-894-3431; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell At Ride:952-334-5382. 6 FRI 10:00 AM A/B 29/47/63 mi. MMVIII METRIC. Depart from Vadnais-Sucker Lake Park, 4500 Rice St. 55127, north Parking lot. No water/rest facilities until end of May. The Ride continues to Marine on St. Croix with a rest stop at the General Store. Shorter options available. As weather improves, a 100 mile option to Osceola may be added with an earlier start time. Katie Angle 763-208-3595 5/2, 7/11 Dave Pfuhl 651-429-3344 5/9,6/6,7/18 Jack Uttermark 612-670-5902 5/16,6/20 Richard Miller 651-777-6147 5/23,6/13 Michael McNutt 651-208-3185 5/30,6/27,7/25 6 FRI 1:30 PM B 40-50 mi. BIKES AND BLUE BRAINERD LAKES I. Depart from the Paul Bunyan trailhead in Nisswa, just south of Nisswa by the Dairy Queen. Depart from the Paul Bunyan trailhead in Nisswa, just south of Nisswa by the Dairy Queen (NOT the parking lot by the Nisswa Chamber of Commerce building). This is about 6 blocks south of Good Ol’ Days Resort. Join us for a ride in the beautiful Brainerd Lakes area with scenic panoramas as big as Paul Bunyan himself as we ride past glistening blue lakes, through dense forests and on the Paul Bunyan Scenic Byway and Trail! Now THAT’S no tall tale! MANDATORY rest stop at the A&W for root beer floats. For additional information, including directions to the ride start, go to www.biketcbc.org and click on "Overnight Trips", then "Tour of Lakes". Contact leader prior to ride if weather looks questionable. Mary Derks (651-335-6505) maryderks-at-yahoo-dot-com, Scott Larson (612-730-8371) and Rick & Bonnie Shoebottom (651-493-7248). 6 FRI 3:00 PM A/B 43/32 mi. Fridays to the Lake. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 8006 Minnetonka Blvd St Louis Park, NW corner of Texas Ave and Minnetonka Blvd. Head west to Lake Independence on a somewhat challenging, varied-terrain ride thru the western suburbs. Rest stop at the Retro in Loretto. Rides vary slightly each week. Short cut options available. All self-sufficient riders welcome. 6/6 Steve Sorenson (763-229-9073) steve(at)bikenaked(dot)net, 6/13 & 6/20 George Hagemann (612-251-4400), 6/27 Jon Koser 952-210-1124. 6 FRI 6:00 PM B 22-30 mi. TGIF Dinner Series. Depart from Burnet Realty north parking lot located on Village Center Dr. one block east of Hodgson Rd (Hwy 49) and Hwy 96 intersection. Access from Hwy 96 and turn north on Village Center Dr. Join us on this ride which has become a Friday night staple. Optional post-ride dinner at Panono's. Mark Gregory, 651-490-1626, 6/6; Kate Kovar & Jim Pederson, 763-234-5180, 6/13, 7/25; Tom Lenzmeier, 651-734-5340, 6/20; Jack Uttermark, 612-670-5902, 6/27, 7/18; Rick & Bonnie Shoebottom, 651-493-7248, 7/11 Mark Gregory, 651-490-1626. 6 FRI 6:00 PM B/C 20-30 mi. Urban Funk. Depart from Sunrise Cyclery 901 West Lake St. (SW corner of Lake & Bryant), MPLS. An urban mapless ride on bike lanes and paved trails in the heart of the Twin Cities. We will stay together and have a coffee, soup or ice cream stop. Pete Hall (612-889-1361); Jeff Ramberg (612-462-4747); Ed Hassler and others. 7 SAT 7:30 AM B 35-45 mi. Har-Martian. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Ave., N (across from Har Mar Mall, next to McDonalds). This ride features a variety of rides, each guaranteed to include at least one lake, one trail, and one rest stop with decent snacks. Get up and ride early, then get on with the rest of your day. Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175, hansonca96-at-comcast-dot-net. 7 SAT 7:30 AM Outreach 35-70 OUTREACH RIDE: TOUR OF LAKES. Depart from Nisswa- Paul Bunyan trailhead in the Brainerd Lakes area. See “Outreach Rides” section of the newsletter or web site for more information. Registration deadline is MAY 1. NO TCBC INSURANCE. Mary Derks (651-335-6505, maryderks-at-yahoo-dot-com). Mary Derks, 651-335-6505, maryderks-at-yahoo-dot-com, Scott Larson, and Shoebottoms 7 SAT 8:00 AM C 19/27 mi. BIKE TO BREAKFAST: KEYS TO THE CAPITOL. Depart from Centennial Church. 1524 West County Road C2, Roseville, corner of C2 and Snelling. The destination is Keys Cafe, 500 N. Robert in St. Paul just south of the Capitol. You don't really need more than one of their manhole-cover-sized pancakes. An optional loop from the starting point goes around Lakes Langton, Johanna and Josephine. DON HOPKINS 651-628-9713, Cell: 651-216-8690, dchopkin-at-aol-dot-com. 7 SAT 8:30 AM A 48 mi. Afton-Cottage Grove Hill Tour. Depart from Penn Cycle, Woodbury. 494 & Lake. 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-dot-com. Dave haerle, 651-768-7406, dkhaerle-at-msn-dot-com. 7 SAT 9:00 AM A/B 45/90 mi. Morning Glory's Bakery. Depart from NEW DEPARTURE LOCATION: Holiday Station at Highway 13 & 35E in Mendota Heights. Park next door in restaurant parking lot. Ride to Morning Glory's Bakery in Rosemount for freshly baked muffins/pastry and return through IGH/SSP/WSP. Long option to Northfield. Steve Scholl, 651-699-1203 (h), 651-341-0597 (c) 7 SAT 9:00 AM B 25 mi. Sonny Side Up. Depart from Sonny's Crema Cafe at 3401 Lyndale Ave. So. An urban ride mostly on roads but some trails with a great rest stop at Mellow Glaze Bakery and an after ride brunch on the piazza at Sonny's. Great food (everything is organic). Kay Mitchell 612-801-6151 and Evie Walters 763-221-3809. 7 SAT 9:30 AM A/B 70 to 80 miles; shorter option available. WI HILLS MAIDEN ROCK. Depart from the park on the river in Maiden Rock, WI. Cross into Wisconsin at Prescott or Red Wing and take WI 35 south to the town of Maiden Rock on Lake Pepin, then turn towards the river on Chestnut St. Challenging hills and little-traveled rural roads. Watch for details on TCBC MSN "Rides and Trips" message board during the week before ride. If weather threatens, check "Ride Cancel Delay" message board at 7:00 AM or contact ride leader before 7:45 AM on morning of ride. A canceled Saturday ride will be rescheduled (via the message board) for the next day whenever feasible. Various leaders. Ride coordinator is Tony Wanschura, ajwanschura-at-gmail-dot-com, 651-224-8360. 7 SAT 9:30 AM C 15-25 mi. "Ease Into Biking" Series. Depart from West side of Holiday gas station parking lot at 109th Ave. N. and Douglas Dr. in Champlin. A friendly set of 6 Saturday morning rides (May 10, 17, 31 and June 7, 14, 21) exploring the North Hennepin Corridor Trail between the Coon Rapids Dam and Elm Creek Park Reserve in Maple Grove. New riders encouraged, all social riders welcome. Bring a full water bottle, spare tube, and questions. Optional lunch afterwards at 5-8 Grill. Carolyn Caswell 763-315-3687 ceCaswell-at-hotmail-dot-com, Craig Larson 763-424-4223, Deb Matchinsky 612-374-2158, Neil Millam 763-862-3780. 7 SAT 10:00 AM C 42 mi. CENTRAL LAKES TRAIL - GARFIELD TO ASHBY. Depart from Trailhead in Garfield, MN. From Hwy I-94, take exit 97 (Garfield exit)onto Cty Rd 40 and continue about 4 mi to stop sign. Go Right on Hwy 82, then Left on State St (Hwy 12) about a block to trailhead. C + Rides on paved rail trails. Our second day trek takes to Ashby for our lunch stop and return. After-Ride activities/fun centered in and around Alexandria. There is a Porta-toilet at start site and a restaurant. John Avoles, 651-437-3974; Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Don Picard, 952-894-3431; Herb Schultz 952-941-4381; Cell at Ride: 952-334-5382. 7 SAT 11:00 AM B 25-30 mi. Come Ride My Neck of the Woods. Depart from easy to find Car's Bike Shop, 2661 Cty Rd I & Old Hwy 10 in Mounds View, 763-784-6966. New route based on suggestions given after the May 3rd ride! Enjoy easier road riding with less traffic and the new, really smooth Mpls Diagonal Trail. Arrive early to get your tires pumped up in the shop and check out the cool selection of bikes and items you need. Phil Doi 651-639-1426. 8 SUN 5:30 AM A 151 mi. Sunday Sunrise Solitude. Depart from Perkins Restaurant, New Brighton [zipcode 55112], 2 blks west of I-35W on Cty Rd D. Park at far end of lot. This early-bird 151 mile route is the only one rated at an A ride level of the four routes offered through Sunday Sunrise Solitude (the other three routes are shorter and are rated at an A/B ride level). Get the solitude of the morning, starting with the sunrise, unless you bring a fellow cyclist. Detailed maps and queue sheets provided. 6/1 and 6/8: Charlie Caswell 763-242-4562; 6/15: Steve Scholl 651-341-0597; 6/22: Richard Miller 651-777-6147; 6/29: Joe Hays 612-987-6868. 8 SUN 5:30 AM A/B 62, 79, 101 mi. Sunday Sunrise Solitude. Depart from Perkins Restaurant, New Brighton [zipcode 55112], 2 blks west of I-35W on Cty Rd D. Park at far end of lot. Get the solitude of the morning, starting with the sunrise, unless you bring a fellow cyclist. Detailed map and queue sheet provided of the city and countryside routes. Note: same depart time for every June ride; however, the Ride Leaders vary. 6/1 and 6/8: Charlie Caswell 763-242-4562; 6/15: Steve Scholl 651-341-0597; 6/22: Richard Miller 651-777-6147; 6/29: Joe Hays 612-987-6868 8 SUN 7:00 AM A/B 28/33 mi. Sunday Supplement: Tears, Gears & Fears. Depart from Starbucks at Cleveland & Ford Parkway. (2078 Ford Parkway). All the hills and thrills of the St Paul/Mendota/WSP hill ride and be home by 10 AM. Steve Scholl, 651-699-1203 (h), 651-341-0597 (c). 8 SUN 7:30 AM B 62-65 mi. Snooze Button Metric. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Ave. N, Roseville (across from Har Mar Mall, next to McDonalds). Flat, friendly route will take us from Roseville to rural Anoka County and back through Lino Lakes and Shoreview. Even if you slept through your alarm, you can still get your metric in today. Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175, hansonca96-at-comcast-dot-net. 8 SUN 9:00 AM C 20/40 mi. THE GATEWAY SOCIAL C RIDE. Depart from B.K. / Burger Konig at 120 / Century und Hwy. 36 in North St. Paul. Please park to the rear of the parking lot ( just keep an eye out of my black forest green panzerwagon - VW van :-). It's an all-paved very scenic straight trail, Rest stop at the end of the trail, Optional lunch after the ride at the "BK" or Panera's Brot und Kaffee Shop on White Bear Ave. Until we meet, I remain your most humble und obedient servant. Augie "The Gus Meister" Muller Haus fon# 651-770-5065. 8 SUN 9:15 AM C 30 mi. CENTRAL LAKES TRAIL - ASHBY TO FERGUS FALLS. Depart from Trail Head in Ashby, MN. From Hwy I-94, take exit 77 (Hwy 78) North, then go left on Cty Rd 82 and then Right on Cty Rd 10 to trail access. There is a restaurant and snacks are available at service station. C + Rides on paved rail trails. Day three takes us to Fergus Falls and return with en route lunch stop. John Avoles, 651-437-3974; Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Don Picard, 952-894-3431; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at Ride: 952-334-5382. 8 SUN 9:30 AM C 20-25 mi. Dakota County Meander. Depart from Inver Grove Community Center, 8055 Barbara Ave., on 80th Street, one block off Hwy. 52. Come join us for a fun filled leisurely ride as we meander through the byways of Dakota county while we explore the south side fo the metro. There might be a hill or two, but well worth the adventure. Fun and excitement is always a possibility. Kevin DePratter, rocky07-at-att-dot-net,Cell: 715-554-0072; Cindy DePratter, rocky07-at-att-dot-net, Cell: 715-554-0042. 8 SUN 9:30 AM A/B 50, 80, 108 mi. River Falls Ride. Depart from Hoffman Park, River Falls, Wisconsin. Hilly ride in beautiful rural Wisconsin. Riders must be able to ride 20-30 miles between rest stops. There is a lovely 30 mile loop option that is reasonably flat. Ride cancellation for bad weather will be posted by 7:30 am on the day of the ride on the TCBC message board, or call ride leader on day of ride. Cookies at ride start. Rebecca Lawrence 612 481-4145. 8 SUN 9:30 AM B B 35-45 mi. & A/B 45-60 mi. BIKES AND BLUE BRAINERD LAKES II. Depart from the Paul Bunyan trailhead in Nisswa, just south of Nisswa by the Dairy Queen (NOT the parking lot by the Nisswa Chamber of Commerce building). This is about 6 blocks south of Good Ol’ Days Resort. Join us for a ride in the beautiful Brainerd Lakes area with scenic panoramas as big as Paul Bunyan himself as we ride past glistening blue lakes, through dense forests and on the Paul Bunyan Scen ic Byway and Trail! Now THAT’S no tall tale! MANDATORY rest stop at the A&W for root beer floats. For additional information, including directions to the ride start, go to www.biketcbc.org and click on "Overnight Trips", then "Tour of Lakes". Contact leader prior to ride if weather looks questionable. Mary Derks (651-335-6505) maryderks-at-yahoo-dot-com, Scott Larson (612-730-8371) and Rick & Bonnie Shoebottom (651-493-7248). 8 SUN 10:00 AM B/C 25-30mi Ramsey Warmup. Depart from Ramsey Co. Beach., north side of White Bear Lake. North on highway 61 into White Bear Lake. Right turn on 96. Parking on the right. Warmup for those intending middle distances at the Water Mellon in July. Leader will ride a leisurely C pace. Joe Larson joebike-at-showpage.org 651-235-2578. 8 SUN 11:45 AM B/C 23 mi. Sundays on the Bike. Depart from St. Luke's Church parking lot, 46th St. W and Bryant Ave. S., behind Java Jack's. A social ride in S. Mpls, along the lakes, the river, and the Midtown Greenway. Newcomers welcome! Part of a series. Avis Thomas (612) 961-2421. 9 MON DEADLINE for the July TCBC Newsletter. E-mail schedule info to: schedule-at-biketcbc.org. Articles to Doug Nelson, newsletter-at-biketcbc.org. 9 MON 10:00 AM C 20-25 mi. HOPKINS EAST. Depart from Hopkins Depot Coffee House Lot at Excelsior Blvd,one block east of Hwy 169. We'll ride paved trails and have an en route rest/lunch break at Tin Fish (Lake Calhoun Pavilion). Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell At Ride, 952-334-5382. Co Leader Open. 9 MON 10:30 AM A/B 30 mi. Pink Express. Depart from County Cycles, Lexington Ave. Roseville. Join your friends, usual day ride suspects and the skipping work on Monday crowd for a nice ride to start the week. Ron and the good folks at County Cycles have promised a bbq at end of one ride or other during June. Perhaps you'll have to do all five to figure out which one. Perhaps not. Shop is open before ride so you can get any bike stuff you might need, the friendly staff eager to serve. Does it get any better than this? Yes, but rarely on Monday mornings. Michael McNutt bikermichael-at-comcast-dot-net 651-208-3185. 9 MON 6:00 PM A/B 30-46 mi. Urban Wildlife (Bloomington). Depart from Airport Hilton, from I-494, exit south on 34th Av, left onto American Blvd, then left at top of hill to SW corner of parking lot. Ride various pleasant routes on low-traffic roads and bike trails starting from near the Wildlife Refuge up to Harriet Island or south into Rosemount or other south-eastern metro locations. Mike Beadles, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com, 612-839-5406. 9 MON 6:00 PM B 27-35 mi. MINNETONKA MEANDER. Depart from Minnetonka Civic Center, Ice Arena A lot (Minnetonka Blvd and Williston Rd). A pleasant evening ride around Lake Minnetonka. Jon Koser 952-210-1124, Linda Tacke 952-932-9662, Dick Hartmann 952-545-6151. 9 MON 6:00 PM B 20/25 mi. Lake Nokomis Out& Back. Depart from Lake Nokomis Beach Coffee Shop at 50th & 28th st in South Mpls. A nice easy ride thought the streets of Minneapolis and St. Paul Rolling hills. This Maybe Map or Mapless? Mike Daniels, 651-690-0190, Cell 651-261-6516. 9 MON 6:00 PM B 25-35 mi. PENN-cil Me In - After Work!. Depart from PENN Cycle in Blaine – 10611 Baltimore St NE, directly behind Gander Mountain and Super Target located on Hwy 65 & 105th Ave NE. Recover from the weekend or gently jump start a fresh week! This ride offers changing routes that will take you through several northern suburbs and refresh you after a day at the office. Soothe your Monday madness and start your week off on the right pedal! Rick Shoebottom - cell: 952.292.5307 or hm: 651.493.7248, Ben Wilson - 763.432.9430. 9 MON 6:00 PM B/C 25-30 mi. "GREAT BUNS". Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co. 534 Selby Ave. St. Paul. a nice entry level ride for those that would like to climb some hills,at a nice take it easy pace. The ride will have a different route week to week,but will be a MAPLESS ride. NO RIDER will be DROPPED. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-519-3364 or 651-343-7447 Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-1360. 9 MON 6:00 PM B/C 25-30 mi. My Oh My Minneapolis. Depart from NEW STARTING LOCATION at Brackett Park (2728 39th Ave S in Minneapolis - meet by big red rec bldg). Same routes, new starting point. A stay-together ride sampling the best scenery in Minneapolis. Join us for dinner afterwards at Birchwood Cafe or Clicquot Club Cafe. Rob Mann and Laurie Holm (612)363-6165. 9 MON 6:00 PM A/B 25-35 mi. Miles from Maplewood. Depart from Maplewood Community Center Parking Lot, 2100 White Bear Avenue, about 3 blocks south of Highway 36. Ride into the countryside of Ramsey and Washington Counties. Richard Miller, 651-777-6147. 10 TUE 5:30 AM A/B 25 mi. DayBreak. Depart from the parking lot for the swimming beach on Lake Johanna, near corner of County Road E and Lake Johanna Blvd, Arden Hills (south of Hwy 694 and east of 35W). Break the dawn of the day with a ride to get you going strong. No restrooms at the start. Kristine Poelzer 651-633-1127. 10 TUE 9:30 AM B 22-63 mi. The Gateway Express. Depart from Burger King Parking Lot - Hwy 120 (Century Ave) and Hwy 36 (please park on west side). This ride features the Gateway Trail, a very scenic and straight trail. The ride has extensions that loop out into very scenic N. Washington County. The easiest ride is the 22 mi. Gateway trail (out to Pine Point and back). The ride leader rides at a B pace and may or may not ride the extensions. Good maps of the extensions will be provided. Note that I have added an Osceloa WI. extension. To reach the ride: From #694 exit Hwy 36 West to Hwy 120 (Century Ave). South 1/2 blk to Burger King. Jack Uttermark, Cell at Ride:612-670-5902, Email: jumark-at-earthlink-dot-net. 10 TUE 10:00 AM A/B 35-45 mi. Minnetonka Miles. Depart from Minnetonka City Hall, west of 494 on Minnetonka Blvd, NW parking lot by ice arena. Ride briefing at 9:55. Ride leaves promptly at 10:00. Five sensational routes to the lake, neighborhoods and beyond. Includes rolling hills with a friendly rest stop. Chuck Sunder 612-285-1946 Chuck Sunder 612-285-1946. 10 TUE 10:00 AM C 20-25 mi. PLYMOUTH TO PARKER'S LAKE. Depart from French Regional Park in Plymouth. From Hwy I-494,take Cty Rd 9 East for .7 miles to park entrance on right (no admission fee). Follow signs to Visitor Center Parking Lot. We will be biking on paved regional trail From Medicine Lake to Parker's Lake and surrounding neighborhoods on paved bike lanes and then ride to a rest stop in Golden Valley. Our return will be along the West side of Medicine Lake. Ambassadors: Eve Perlman and Duane and Diana Kasper. Herb Schultz; 952-941-4381; Cell At Ride, 952-334-5382. Co Leader Open. 10 TUE 4:00 PM A/B 28/33 mi. Early Edition: Tears, Gears & Fears. Depart from 1195 St Paul Avenue, St Paul, 55116. Corner of St Paul Avenue and Dorothea. Park in driveway or on Dorothea. Challenging hill ride through St Paul and Mendota Heights: Ramsey, Ohio, High Bridge, Marie, Lexington, Highway 13, and a lot of rollers. Steve Scholl, 651-699-1203 (h), 651-341-0597 (c). 10 TUE 4:30 PM A/B 31 mi. Ride to GTF & Return (St Louis Park). Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. We will ride from St Louis Park Erik's to the Gears Tears and Fears ride start, then return right away or after GTF. 15 1/2 miles each way for a total of 31, mostly on bike trails Mike Beadles, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com, 612-839-5406. 10 TUE 6:00 PM A/B 30-40 mi. Westy's Leftside. Depart from the Plymouth Station Shopping Center lot located at Highway 55 and County Road 24. The group will gather by the ATM on the north side of the lot. Saluting a Thursday tradition by starting a new one! Varied and challenging routes on the open and rolling roads of northwest Hennepin county, including the cities of Plymouth, Hamel, Medina, Loretto, Maple Plain, Independence and occasionally by Lake Minnetonka. Length will vary depending on available daylight. Steve Sorenson (763-229-9073) steve(at)bikenaked(dot)net. 10 TUE 6:00 PM A/B 33 mi. Gears, Tears & Fears. Depart from Temple of Aaron, 616 Mississippi River Blvd South. Come climb every notable hill in St. Paul. We'll climb the High Bridge, Ramsey Hill and various others in this summer classic. You don't want to miss out. Tom Lenzmeier, 651-734-5340, tlenzmeier-at-gmail-dot-com. 10 TUE 6:00 PM A/B 36/30/24 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. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne; 763.862.1411; dohogne-at-msn-dot-com. 10 TUE 6:00 PM B 25-30 mi. The Nordeaster. Depart from Northeast corner of Cub Foods lot at Silver Lake Village Center, just north of Cty Rd D/37th Ave NE on Silver Lake Rd. Not too far to drive to, not too flat and not too hilly -- JUST RIGHT. This is designed to be a social ride whether you are a solid B rider or an A/B in recovery. Let's hang together and have fun. We'll have some great routes in all four directions from Cub. Mary Miller, BeeBiking908-at-Q-dot-com, 763-789-7560. 10 TUE 6:00 PM B/C 36/30/24 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. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne, 763.862.1411, dohogne-at-msn-dot-com. 10 TUE 6:00 PM C 15-20 mi. TUESDAY RIDES FROM WEBSTER SCHOOL (MAPLESS). Depart from Webster School parking lot, Adams Street NE & Spring Street NE (MPLS). We'll bike various paved trails and bike friendly streets and offer a dining venue option after ride. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at Ride, 952-334-5382. 10 TUE 6:15 PM A/B 36/29/24 mi. THE ACAPULCO RIDE. Depart from From I-694, take Hwy 36 east for 6.5 miles to Stillwater. Turn left on Washington Ave (first stoplight past the Hwy 5 overpass) Take an immediate right on the frontage road for 1/4 mile to the Valley Ridge Mall and Acapulco Restaurant on the left. Unwind on the beautiful backroads of the St. Croix River Valley. Outdoor dining after at Acapulco. Rain may force cancellation of the ride at the leaders discretion. Call ahead if in doubt. Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676. 11 WED 9:00 AM A/B 40 - 65 mi. Hump Day Hammer. Depart from Holiday Gas Station SE Corner Dell Rd at 62nd St W Eden Prairie. Various Routes in the Western Suburbs. Mileages will vary from 40 - 65 miles. Contact leader prior to ride if weather looks questionable. Tony Abelson (952)949-3996 tonyandbean-at-yahoo-dot-com 11 WED 9:00 AM C 75-85 mi. PEDAL POETIC PEPIN. Depart from Bay Point Park. Red Wing, MN. Details of this two day, overnight ride are included in articles in the UPCOMING EVENTS and/or OVERNIGHT TRIPS sections of the May newsletter or contact one of the ride leaders. Jeff Ramberg, 612-462-4747; John Avoles, 651-437-3974; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381 11 WED 10:00 AM B/C 20-25 mi. Champlin Midmorning Ramble. Depart from 10:00 am Start at Trailhead Cycling and Fitness,11333 Aquila Dr (114th and US 169,Champlin, MN (763-712-0312). Mapless Social group riding Park on the north side of the cycle shop parking lot. This ride uses paved trails and low traffic streets along the Mississippi River, Coon Rapids Dam, and Elm Creek Park Preserve. Mid ride beak and lunch possibilities after ride. Phillip Lawson 612-554-1340, Berway Swanstrum 763-427-2909, Mary Swanstrum 763-427-2909. 11 WED 10:30 AM A/B 40-65 mi. 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 strongly encouraged. Rain cancels. 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, 651-690-2100, sueblum-at-earthlink-dot-net. 11 WED 4:30 PM B 15 mi. Stretch n Peal (St Louis Park). Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. A few extra miles all on bike trails to stretch the legs then finish just in time to then peal out on the 6:00 PM "SLP'ing Out" ride if you so choose (no rest stop on this actual ride - we will rest in between rides at Erik's). Mike Beadles, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com, 612-839-5406. 11 WED 6:00 PM C 15-30 mi. Maple(ss) Grove. Depart from Maple Grove Cycling & Fitness, 8121 Wedgewood Lane (at the corner of Grove Dr. and Wedgewood Ln, near Cub Foods; take I-94 west to the Weaver Lake Rd exit, head east to intersection with Elm Creek Blvd, turn south to Grove Dr (first left). This will be a mapless ride, following the roads and trails of Maple Grove. Possible destinations include Elm Creek Park Preserve, Fish Lake Park, the Coon Rapids Dam, and more. We will be departing from the parking lot in front of Maple Grove Cycling & Fitness. Opportunities for snacks and water along the way are slim, but there are numerous dining choices for after the ride. Paul "Thunder" Huntington, 651-343-7447, paul.huntington-at-audatex-dot-com; Pete "The Hammer" Hall, 612-889-1361; Craig "Bookman" Larson, 763-424-4223, clarson65-at-hotmail-dot-com. 11 WED 6:00 PM B 34 mi. PEDALING WITH MR BIKEY. Depart from Richfield's Woodlake Lutheran Church, 76th and Oliver Ave. This highlight of the RIDING FROM RICHFIELD series has us leaving at the regular time from the familiar 76th and Oliver location* where we will be heading to a rendezvous with a St Louis Park contingent for a combined ride over the new causeway at Lake Minnetonka’s Gray’s Bay Dam. *Know that the 76th St bridge and it's exit from 35W will be closed this biking season. David Gepner 612-861-1703 WentBiking-at-Comcast-dot-net. 11 WED 6:00 PM B 25-35 mi. SLP'ing Out with Gepco (St Louis Park). Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. Meet the group in the parking lot that is furthest from the bike shop's door. We’ll leave at the regular time from the familiar SLP Erik's location heading to a rendezvous with a Richfield contingent for a group ride over the causeway at Lake Minnetonka’s Gray’s Bay Dam Mike Beadles, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com, 612-839-5406. 11 WED 6:15 PM A/B 25-35 mi. Washington County Winder. Depart from Mahtomedi High School on Hwy 12. Take Hwy 36 east past I-694, north on Hilton Trail, east on Hwy 12. Ride the scenic low-traffic roads of Washington County. Optional dinner afterwards. Mary Derks (maryderks-at-yahoo-dot-com, 651-335-6505). 12 THU 5:30 AM A/B 25 mi. DayBreak. Depart from the parking lot for the swimming beach on Lake Johanna, near corner of County Road E and Lake Johanna Blvd, Arden Hills (south of Hwy 694 and east of 35W). Break the dawn of the day with a ride to get you going strong. No restrooms at the start. Kristine Poelzer 651-633-1127. 12 THU 8:30 AM B 40/60 mi. THURSDAYS ON THE CANNON. Depart from Welch trailhead. Departure from the Welch for the Red Wing trailhead, then return to Welch for a pit stop, and then to Cannon Falls for lunch. Then we'll ride the 10 miles downhill back to Welch to complete the 40-mile portion. To complete the optional 60-mile ride, we'll do another round trip to Red Wing. $3 daily permit or $20 season pass required. Mobile phone at ride: 612-396-3884. Don Picard, 952-894-3431, donbike-at-mac-dot-com. 12 THU 9:00 AM C 75-85 mi. PEDAL POETIC PEPIN. Depart from Bay Point Park. Red Wing, MN. Details of this two day, overnight ride are included in articles in the UPCOMING EVENTS and/or OVERNIGHT TRIPS sections of the May newsletter or contact one of the ride leaders. Jeff Ramberg, 612-462-4747; John Avoles, 651-437-3974; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381 12 THU 4:45 PM A 17 mi. Ride to TSC & Return (St Louis Park). Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. We will ride from St Louis Park Erik's to the Thighs Sighs and Cries ride start, then return after TSC. 8 1/2 miles each way for a total of 17, with an extra bonus hill named Smetana. Mike Beadles, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com, 612-839-5406. 12 THU 5:45 PM A/B 30-45 mi. River Falls Ramble. Depart from Behind THE ROUTE Bike Shop, 102 N. Main, River Falls, WI. Ride through the hills and valleys of near western Wisconsin. We rotate through several different routes over the month. Steve O'Rourke, Cell: (612) 670-3720. 12 THU 6:00 PM B 25 mi. A DUTCH TREAT. Depart from Plymouth Station Shopping Center, Hwy 55 and County Rd 24 in Plymouth, 2 mi west of I-494, park at north end by tower. Scenic backroads of Medina, Maple Plain, Loretta and Hamel. Rolling Hills. Join us at Panera's after the ride. Kay Mitchell 612-801-6151 and Evie Walters 763-221-3809. 12 THU 6:00 PM A/B 25 or 31 mi. THURSDAY THERAPY. 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. Improve your relationship with your bike on a scenic ride through northern Dakota County. Various leaders. Ride coordinator is Tony Wanschura, ajwanschura-at-gmail-dot-com, 651-224-8360. 12 THU 6:00 PM A/B 20-32 mi. Thighs, Sighs & Cries (Eden Prairie). Depart from the parking lot in front of Woody's Grill at Shady Oak Rd and City West Pkwy in Eden Prairie. A 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 always welcome. You'll sigh and cry as you build up your thighs! Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com; Scott Larson, 651-455-0749, scottglarson-at-comcast-dot-net; Scott Weinberg, scott-weinberg-at-msn-dot-com. 13 FRI 8:00 AM A/B 100 mi. 100 MILE MMVIII OPTION. Depart from Vadnais-Sucker Lake Park, 4500 Rice St. 55127, north parking lot. This is the 10:00 route with an extension to Taylors Falls and Osceola. Dave Pfuhl 651-429-3344. 13 FRI 10:00 AM A/B 29/47/63 mi. MMVIII METRIC. Depart from Vadnais-Sucker Lake Park, 4500 Rice St. 55127, north Parking lot. No water/rest facilities until end of May. The Ride continues to Marine on St. Croix with a rest stop at the General Store. Shorter options available. As weather improves, a 100 mile option to Osceola may be added with an earlier start time. Katie Angle 763-208-3595 5/2, 7/11 Dave Pfuhl 651-429-3344 5/9,6/6,7/18 Jack Uttermark 612-670-5902 5/16,6/20 Richard Miller 651-777-6147 5/23,6/13 Michael McNutt 651-208-3185 5/30,6/27,7/25 13 FRI 10:00 AM C 20-25 mi. RIDE TO ANTIQUITY ROSE. Depart from Hopkins Coffee Depot, one block East on Excelsior Ave from Hwy 169. Our destination is Antiquity Rose, a friendly eatery in Excelsior. We will bike the LRT (packed Limestone) trail out and back. Facilities available at start and en route. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at Ride, 952-334-5382. 13 FRI 3:00 PM A/B 43/32 mi. Fridays to the Lake. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 8006 Minnetonka Blvd St Louis Park, NW corner of Texas Ave and Minnetonka Blvd. Head west to Lake Independence on a somewhat challenging, varied-terrain ride thru the western suburbs. Rest stop at the Retro in Loretto. Rides vary slightly each week. Short cut options available. All self-sufficient riders welcome. 6/6 Steve Sorenson (763-229-9073) steve(at)bikenaked(dot)net, 6/13 & 6/20 George Hagemann (612-251-4400), 6/27 Jon Koser 952-210-1124. 13 FRI 6:00 PM A/B 31 mi. Lucky 13. Depart from Thomas Lake Park - Located south of Diffley Ave on Pilot Knob Road in Eagan 55123. From 35E exit Pilot Knob, go south approx 2-3 miles, park is on right. Lucky 13, Friday the 13th ride. No black cats or ladders on this ride. Easy rolling, no steep hills, depart from Eagan heading south into Apple Valley and Burnsville. Optional dinner after ride. Stan Mickelsen 651-283-3310, Barbara Landis 651-688-9611, barbara1000-at-comcast-dot-net. 13 FRI 6:00 PM B 22-30 mi. TGIF Dinner Series. Depart from Burnet Realty north parking lot located on Village Center Dr. one block east of Hodgson Rd (Hwy 49) and Hwy 96 intersection. Access from Hwy 96 and turn north on Village Center Dr. Join us on this ride which has become a Friday night staple. Optional post-ride dinner at Panono's. Mark Gregory, 651-490-1626, 6/6; Kate Kovar & Jim Pederson, 763-234-5180, 6/13, 7/25; Tom Lenzmeier, 651-734-5340, 6/20; Jack Uttermark, 612-670-5902, 6/27, 7/18; Rick & Bonnie Shoebottom, 651-493-7248, 7/11 Mark Gregory, 651-490-1626. 13 FRI 6:00 PM B/C 20-30 mi. Urban Funk. Depart from Sunrise Cyclery 901 West Lake St. (SW corner of Lake & Bryant), MPLS. An urban mapless ride on bike lanes and paved trails in the heart of the Twin Cities. We will stay together and have a coffee, soup or ice cream stop. Pete Hall (612-889-1361); Jeff Ramberg (612-462-4747); Ed Hassler and others. 14 SAT 7:30 AM A/B 40-60 mi. Ridin' Sherburne County. Depart from Woodland Hills Park parking lot in Elk River next to Elk River Country Club. Rural low traffic roads. mostly flat terrain and few hills. We will make a couple rest stops along the way. Bring a good supply of water or sports drink because there are limited places to replenish. Les Miner, 612-710-1003 or 763-441-5986, email les_miner-at-yahoo-dot-com or Arlen Scherber, email packjsas-at-izoom-dot-net. 14 SAT 7:30 AM B 35-45 mi. Har-Martian. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Ave., N (across from Har Mar Mall, next to McDonalds). This ride features a variety of rides, each guaranteed to include at least one lake, one trail, and one rest stop with decent snacks. Get up and ride early, then get on with the rest of your day. Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175, hansonca96-at-comcast-dot-net. 14 SAT 7:30 AM B/C 25-30 mi. Elk River Early Riser. Depart from Elk River Woodland Trails Parking Lot next to Elk River Country Club, County Road 1, 3 miles North of Hwy 10. Ride country farmland roads thru Sherburne County. Joanne Scherber 763-441-5471 or Barb Miner 763-441-5986. Cell at ride 612-710-1830. 14 SAT 8:00 AM C 22/30 mi. BIKE TO BREAKFAST: STONE ARCH CONNECTION. Depart from Centennial Church. 1524 West County Road C2, Roseville, corner of C2 and Snelling. We will ride the Bus/Bike connector between the two University of Minnesota campuses, cross the Stone Arch Bridge and take a break at Kramarczuk's Deli/Restaurant on Hennepin. An optional loop from the starting point goes around Lakes Langton, Johanna and Josephine. DON HOPKINS 651-628-9713, Cell: 651-216-8690, dchopkin-at-aol-dot-com. 14 SAT 8:30 AM A 48 mi. Afton-Cottage Grove Hill Tour. Depart from Penn Cycle, Woodbury. 494 & Lake. 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-dot-com. Dave haerle, 651-768-7406, dkhaerle-at-msn-dot-com. 14 SAT 9:00 AM B 25 mi. Sonny Side Up. Depart from Sonny's Crema Cafe at 3401 Lyndale Ave. So. An urban ride mostly on roads but some trails with a great rest stop at Mellow Glaze Bakery and an after ride brunch on the piazza at Sonny's. Great food (everything is organic). Kay Mitchell 612-801-6151 and Evie Walters 763-221-3809. 14 SAT 9:30 AM A/B 26/40/50/80 mi. DIAMOND BLUFF EXPRESS. Depart from Hoffman Park on the eastern edge of River Falls, WI. Take I-94 east into WI; after Hudson take WI 35 south. Exit at County M, then go right 1/4 mile to Hoffman Park. We'll ride south to Diamond Bluff and return via the scenic Trimbelle River valley. The 80-mile route adds a 30-mile loop to the north. Watch for 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. A canceled Saturday ride will be rescheduled (via the message board) for the next day whenever feasible. Various leaders. Ride coordinator is Tony Wanschura, ajwanschura-at-gmail-dot-com, 651-224-8360. 14 SAT 9:30 AM A/B 54 mi. Tony and Beans NOT our Anniversary Ride. Depart from Minnetonka Community Ctr Hockey Arena. Ride the western roads of Lake Minnetonka out to Watertown and back. We had so many compliments on our "real" anniversary ride in May that we are celebrating again. I guess the honeymoon never ends or at least it won't until we run out of maps! Tony Abelson, tonyandbean-at-yahoo-dot-com. 14 SAT 9:30 AM C 20-25 mi. Fun on the Gateway. Depart from Burger King rear parking lot located at HWY 120/Century and HWY 36. Let's have a fun filled ride with our families (bring along the Burley's) as we ride the beautify Gateway Trail out to Pine Point Park where we will stretch our legs and eat a snack. After the return, join us for a milk shake at Burger King after the ride. Hope to see you there! Kevin DePratter, rocky07-at-att-dot-net,Cell: 715-554-0072; Cindy DePratter, rocky07-at-att-dot-net, Cell: 715-554-0042. 14 SAT 9:30 AM C 15-25 mi. "Ease Into Biking" Series. Depart from West side of Holiday gas station parking lot at 109th Ave. N. and Douglas Dr. in Champlin. A friendly set of 6 Saturday morning rides (May 10, 17, 31 and June 7, 14, 21) exploring the North Hennepin Corridor Trail between the Coon Rapids Dam and Elm Creek Park Reserve in Maple Grove. New riders encouraged, all social riders welcome. Bring a full water bottle, spare tube, and questions. Optional lunch afterwards at 5-8 Grill. Carolyn Caswell 763-315-3687 ceCaswell-at-hotmail-dot-com, Craig Larson 763-424-4223, Deb Matchinsky 612-374-2158, Neil Millam 763-862-3780. 14 SAT 9:30 AM C 20-30 mi. MEANDER THE BURBS. Depart from Shady Oak Center (by Woody's Grille). From Hwy 62 and Shady Oak Pkwy intesection go South to City West Pkwy, turn Left (East) to Strip Mall parking lot. We will Park near Woody's Grille. We'll bike city roads and bike trails including a section of LRT (Packed Limestone) as we traverse through parts of Minnetonka, Edina, Bloomington and Eden Prairie. We will have a mid-point rest stop and optional lunch at Woody's Grille after ride. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell At Ride, 952-334-5382. Co Leader Open. 14 SAT 11:00 AM B 30-35 mi. Gateway Trail and More. Depart from easy to get to Gateway Cycle bike shop in Oakdale, 6028 Hwy 36 Blvd, 651-777-0188, Across form the Gateway Trail at Hwy 36 & 120. Our new MN Bike Atlas page 44 provides the basis for our route using the Gateway Cycle bike shop as the meeting place. Hop on the Gateway trail for a shady ride heading Northeast. Rest stop at Nelson's Drive Inn Dairy in Stillwater for ice cream. Just enough hills on our return route to work off your ice cream treat. Kristine Poelzer 651-633-1127. 14 SAT 2:00 PM B/C aprox 30 mi. Singles on Bikes (S.O.B.). Depart from Ride starts & ends near Little Elk Lake. 28626 143rd St NW, Zimmerman, MN 55398. e-mail/call for more detailed directions. Have you ever wondered, “Where are all the single guys/gals in this club”? They are probably ahead of you or behind you! This is meant to be a social ride, so all you fast riders, do a hard morning ride, then bring out that big ol’ mountain bike to help slow you down, and come fraternize with the other half! This will be mapless to ensure “togetherness”. We will be meeting rain or shine. Potluck & Bonfire after the ride. Bring your own refreshments, meat to grill and something to share. You may want to bring a change of clothing & jacket. Susie Anderson, Catherine Roach. Host Brett Thunstrom. singlesonbikes-at-live-dot-com 763-389-0036. 15 SUN 5:30 AM A 151 mi. Sunday Sunrise Solitude. Depart from Perkins Restaurant, New Brighton [zipcode 55112], 2 blks west of I-35W on Cty Rd D. Park at far end of lot. This early-bird 151 mile route is the only one rated at an A ride level of the four routes offered through Sunday Sunrise Solitude (the other three routes are shorter and are rated at an A/B ride level). Get the solitude of the morning, starting with the sunrise, unless you bring a fellow cyclist. Detailed maps and queue sheets provided. 6/1 and 6/8: Charlie Caswell 763-242-4562; 6/15: Steve Scholl 651-341-0597; 6/22: Richard Miller 651-777-6147; 6/29: Joe Hays 612-987-6868. 15 SUN 5:30 AM A/B 62, 79, 101 mi. Sunday Sunrise Solitude. Depart from Perkins Restaurant, New Brighton [zipcode 55112], 2 blks west of I-35W on Cty Rd D. Park at far end of lot. Get the solitude of the morning, starting with the sunrise, unless you bring a fellow cyclist. Detailed map and queue sheet provided of the city and countryside routes. Note: same depart time for every June ride; however, the Ride Leaders vary. 6/1 and 6/8: Charlie Caswell 763-242-4562; 6/15: Steve Scholl 651-341-0597; 6/22: Richard Miller 651-777-6147; 6/29: Joe Hays 612-987-6868 15 SUN 8:30 AM A/B 78 mi. Rolling on the West Side. Depart from Holiday Gas Station Eden Prairie, Dell Road and 62. Three and half miles west of 494 on 62, park at far end of lot, next to Dell Rd. An excellent ride in the western suburbs. Eric Feld 612-743-4097. 15 SUN 10:00 AM A/B 39/28 mi. RIDE TO THE RACES. Depart from the Maplewood Community Center, 2100 White Bear Ave, 1/2 mile South of Hwy 36. Join us in Stillwater to see the exciting "Nature Valley Grand Prix Bicycle Race". We will be leaving in time to see the Women's Bike Race which starts at 12:00 noon. The Men's Bike Race starts at 2:00 PM. We will be taking a "long route" to Stillwater and then take a "short route" back. Susan Evan 612-729-1441, Chuck Sunder 612-285-1946. 15 SUN 10:00 AM B/C 25-30mi Ramsey Warmup. Depart from Ramsey Co. Beach., north side of White Bear Lake. North on highway 61 into White Bear Lake. Right turn on 96. Parking on the right. Warmup for those intending middle distances at the Water Mellon in July. Leader will ride a leisurely C pace. Joe Larson joebike-at-showpage.org 651-235-2578. 15 SUN 10:00 AM C 20-25 mi. Sunday Morning to Hopkins. Depart from Painters Community Park,34th & Lyndale South in Minneapolis (across from Sonny's Ice Cream). The route for this ride uses the streets and trails to Wendy's in Hopkins for a cool treat. We then return to the hustle and bustle of Minneapolis to meander through the downtiown area making our way back to Painters Community Park. Come out and enjoy the late spring air and scenery along two of the cities premier trails. Kevin DePratter, rocky07-at-att-dot-net,Cell: 715-554-0072; Cindy DePratter, rocky07-at-att-dot-net, Cell: 715-554-0042. 15 SUN 11:45 AM B/C 23 mi. Sundays on the Bike. Depart from St. Luke's Church parking lot, 46th St. W and Bryant Ave. S., behind Java Jack's. A social ride in S. Minneapolis, along the lakes, the river, and the Midtown Greenway. Newcomers welcome! Avis Thomas (612) 961-2421. 15 SUN 1:00 PM C 15-25 mi. TRIP TO TIN FISH. Depart from Hopkins Depot Coffee House Lot at Excelsior Blvd., one block east of Hwy 169. We'll ride paved trails and have lunch/rest stop at Tin Fish ( Lake Calhoun Pavilion). Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell At Ride 952-334-5382. Co Leader Open. 15 SUN 2:00 PM B/C 31 mi. North Hennepin Circle. Depart from North Hennepin Community College (corner of 85th Ave N and W. Broadway Ave in Brooklyn Park). West parking lot, south side (near the ball fields). A nice, leisurely ride on the roads and trails of Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center. We will follow roads and trails to the Coon Rapids Dam, cross over the river and head south on the East Mississippi River bike trail and E. River Road, then back to the west side of the river, north on the Shingle Creek bike trail and return to NHCC. There are ample opportunities for rest breaks and water along the route. Craig Larson, 763-424-4223, clarson65-at-hotmail-dot-com. 16 MON 9:30 AM C 25-30 mi. BALD EAGLE LAKE AND MORE. Depart from Burger King Lot at Hwy 36 & Hwy 120(Century Road). We'll bike around White Bear and Bald Eagle Lakes and the Gateway Trail. Rest stops along the way and optional lunch at BK after ride. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381: Cell At Ride; 952-334-5382; Co Leader Open. 16 MON 10:00 AM A/B 60-65 w/short-cuts available Scenic Scandia. Depart from Mahtomedi High School on Hwy 12 (take Hwy 36 just east of I-694, north on Hilton Trail, east on Hwy 12, then left into the school). Ride the scenic, winding back roads of Washington County en route to Scandia. Restrooms may not be available at the ride start. Mary Derks (maryderks-at-yahoo-dot-com, 651-335-6505). 16 MON 10:30 AM A/B 30 mi. Pink Express. Depart from County Cycles, Lexington Ave. Roseville. Join your friends, usual day ride suspects and the skipping work on Monday crowd for a nice ride to start the week. Ron and the good folks at County Cycles have promised a bbq at end of one ride or other during June. Perhaps you'll have to do all five to figure out which one. Perhaps not. Shop is open before ride so you can get any bike stuff you might need, the friendly staff eager to serve. Does it get any better than this? Yes, but rarely on Monday mornings. Michael McNutt bikermichael-at-comcast-dot-net 651-208-3185. 16 MON 10:30 AM B 30 mi. Pink Express. Depart from County Cycles 2700 Lexington Roseville 55113. Marina will co-lead this ride at B speed with Michael's A/B Pink Express. This is a scenic ride passing 3 lakes. Rest stop at Caribou Coffee.Post ride food options across the street: Smooth Grind (soup, sandwiches, salads, coffee & dessert), Oasis Market (convenience store). Marina Lim 651-808-5473 marina_lim-at-hotmail-dot-com. 16 MON 6:00 PM B/C 25-30 mi. "GREAT BUNS". Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co. 534 Selby Ave. St. Paul. a nice entry level ride for those that would like to climb some hills,at a nice take it easy pace. The ride will have a different route week to week,but will be a MAPLESS ride. NO RIDER will be DROPPED. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-519-3364 or 651-343-7447 Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-1360. 16 MON 6:00 PM B/C 25-30 mi. My Oh My Minneapolis. Depart from NEW STARTING LOCATION at Brackett Park (2728 39th Ave S in Minneapolis - meet by big red rec bldg). Same routes, new starting point. A stay-together ride sampling the best scenery in Minneapolis. Join us for dinner afterwards at Birchwood Cafe or Clicquot Club Cafe. Rob Mann and Laurie Holm (612)363-6165. 16 MON 6:00 PM A/B 30-46 mi. Urban Wildlife (Bloomington). Depart from Airport Hilton, from I-494, exit south on 34th Av, left onto American Blvd, then left at top of hill to SW corner of parking lot. Ride various pleasant routes on low-traffic roads and bike trails starting from near the Wildlife Refuge up to Harriet Island or south into Rosemount or other south-eastern metro locations. Mike Beadles, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com, 612-839-5406. 16 MON 6:00 PM B 27-35 mi. MINNETONKA MEANDER. Depart from Minnetonka Civic Center, Ice Arena A lot (Minnetonka Blvd and Williston Rd). A pleasant evening ride around Lake Minnetonka. Jon Koser 952-210-1124, Linda Tacke 952-932-9662, Dick Hartmann 952-545-6151. 16 MON 6:00 PM B 20/25 mi. Lake Nokomis Out& Back. Depart from Lake Nokomis Beach Coffee Shop at 50th & 28th st in South Mpls. A nice easy ride thought the streets of Minneapolis and St. Paul Rolling hills. This Maybe Map or Mapless? Mike Daniels, 651-690-0190, Cell 651-261-6516. 16 MON 6:00 PM B 25-35 mi. PENN-cil Me In - After Work!. Depart from PENN Cycle in Blaine – 10611 Baltimore St NE, directly behind Gander Mountain and Super Target located on Hwy 65 & 105th Ave NE. Recover from the weekend or gently jump start a fresh week! This ride offers changing routes that will take you through several northern suburbs and refresh you after a day at the office. Soothe your Monday madness and start your week off on the right pedal! Rick Shoebottom - cell: 952.292.5307 or hm: 651.493.7248, Ben Wilson - 763.432.9430. 16 MON 6:00 PM A/B 25-35 mi. Miles from Maplewood. Depart from Maplewood Community Center Parking Lot, 2100 White Bear Avenue, about 3 blocks south of Highway 36. Ride into the countryside of Ramsey and Washington Counties. Richard Miller, 651-777-6147. 16 MON 6:30 PM A/B 27 mi. Paceline Pedaling. Depart from Mahtomedi High School Hwy 36 to Hilton Trail, travel north to Hwy 12/Stillwater Rd, turn right and go one block. A smooth rolling and coordinated paceline is a joy to ride in. This ride will have an educational component. We will work on paceline skills to become safer and more efficient group riders. Greg Thompson gregtrack-at-hotmail-dot-com 651-426-4443 cell: 651-431-1979. 17 TUE 5:30 AM A/B 25 mi. DayBreak. Depart from the parking lot for the swimming beach on Lake Johanna, near corner of County Road E and Lake Johanna Blvd, Arden Hills (south of Hwy 694 and east of 35W). Break the dawn of the day with a ride to get you going strong. No restrooms at the start. Kristine Poelzer 651-633-1127. 17 TUE 9:30 AM B 22-63 mi. Gateway Express. Depart from Burger King Parking Lot - Hwy 120 (Century Ave) and Hwy 36 (Please park on west side). This ride features the Gateway Trail, a very scenic and straight trail. The ride has extensions that loop out into very scenic N. Washington County. The easiest ride is the 22 mi. Gateway trail (out to Pine Point and back). The ride leader rides at a B pace and may or may not ride the extensions. Good maps of the extensions will be provided. Note that I have added an Osceloa WI. extension. To reach the ride: From #694 exit Hwy 36 West to Hwy 120 (Century Ave). South 1/2 blk to Burger King. Richard Miller 651-777-6147. 17 TUE 10:00 AM C 21-24 mi. Soup's On. Depart from Minnehaha Depot, Minnehaha Falls area. Minnehaha Falls to Eddington's at Har Mar Mall for soup, salad, or a sandwich. Feel free to brown bag it, too. Nancy Welsh 952-456-9260. 17 TUE 10:00 AM A/B 35-45 mi. Minnetonka Miles. Depart from Minnetonka City Hall, west of 494 on Minnetonka Blvd, NW parking lot by ice arena. Ride briefing at 9:55. Ride leaves promptly at 10:00. Five sensational routes to the lake, neighborhoods and beyond. Includes rolling hills with a friendly rest stop. Chuck Sunder 612-285-1946 Chuck Sunder 612-285-1946. 17 TUE 4:00 PM A/B 28/33 mi. Early Edition: Tears, Gears & Fears. Depart from 1195 St Paul Avenue, St Paul, 55116. Corner of St Paul Avenue and Dorothea. Park in driveway or on Dorothea. Challenging hill ride through St Paul and Mendota Heights: Ramsey, Ohio, High Bridge, Marie, Lexington, Highway 13, and a lot of rollers. Steve Scholl, 651-699-1203 (h), 651-341-0597 (c). 17 TUE 4:30 PM A/B 31 mi. Ride to GTF & Return (St Louis Park). Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. We will ride from St Louis Park Erik's to the Gears Tears and Fears ride start, then return right away or after GTF. 15 1/2 miles each way for a total of 31, mostly on bike trails Mike Beadles, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com, 612-839-5406. 17 TUE 6:00 PM A/B 30-40 mi. Westy's Leftside. Depart from the Plymouth Station Shopping Center lot located at Highway 55 and County Road 24. The group will gather by the ATM on the north side of the lot. Saluting a Thursday tradition by starting a new one! Varied and challenging routes on the open and rolling roads of northwest Hennepin county, including the cities of Plymouth, Hamel, Medina, Loretto, Maple Plain, Independence and occasionally by Lake Minnetonka. Length will vary depending on available daylight. Steve Sorenson (763-229-9073) steve(at)bikenaked(dot)net. 17 TUE 6:00 PM B 25-30 mi. The Nordeaster. Depart from Northeast corner of Cub Foods lot at Silver Lake Village Center, just north of Cty Rd D/37th Ave NE on Silver Lake Rd. Not too far to drive to, not too flat and not too hilly -- JUST RIGHT. This is designed to be a social ride whether you are a solid B rider or an A/B in recovery. Let's hang together and have fun. We'll have some great routes in all four directions from Cub. Mary Miller, BeeBiking908-at-Q-dot-com, 763-789-7560. 17 TUE 6:00 PM A/B 36/30/24 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. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne; 763.862.1411; dohogne-at-msn-dot-com. 17 TUE 6:00 PM A/B 33 mi. Gears, Tears & Fears. Depart from Temple of Aaron, 616 Mississippi River Blvd South. Come climb every notable hill in St. Paul. We'll climb the High Bridge, Ramsey Hill and various others in this summer classic. You don't want to miss out. Tom Lenzmeier, 651-734-5340, tlenzmeier-at-gmail-dot-com. 17 TUE 6:00 PM B/C 36/30/24 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. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne, 763.862.1411, dohogne-at-msn-dot-com. 17 TUE 6:00 PM C 15-20 mi. TUESDAY RIDES FROM WEBSTER SCHOOL (MAPLESS). Depart from Webster School parking lot, Adams Street NE & Spring Street NE (MPLS). We'll bike various paved trails and bike friendly streets and offer a dining venue option after ride. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at Ride, 952-334-5382. 17 TUE 6:15 PM B/C 20-24 mi. Elk River Countryside. Depart from Elk River Woodland Trails Parking lot next to Elk River Country Club, County Road 1, 3 miles North of Hwy 10. Unwind from the day on roving country roads Barb Miner 763-441-5986 or Joanne Scherber 763-441-5471. Cell at ride 612-710-1830. 17 TUE 6:15 PM A/B 36/29/24 mi. THE ACAPULCO RIDE. Depart from From I-694, take Hwy 36 east for 6.5 miles to Stillwater. Turn left on Washington Ave (first stoplight past the Hwy 5 overpass) Take an immediate right on the frontage road for 1/4 mile to the Valley Ridge Mall and Acapulco Restaurant on the left. Unwind on the beautiful backroads of the St. Croix River Valley. Outdoor dining after at Acapulco. Rain may force cancellation of the ride at the leaders discretion. Call ahead if in doubt. Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676. 17 TUE 6:15 PM A/B 20-25 mi. Elk River Countryside. Depart from Woodland Trails Park parking lot next to Elk River Country Club on Sherburne County 1. Unwind from the day on roving country roads. Les Miner 612-710-1003 or les_miner-at-yahoo-dot-com or Arlen Scherber 763-441-5471, packjsas-at-izoom-dot-net. 18 WED 5:30 AM B 25/31 mi. Good Morning Sunshine. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. Get up and ride! Mostly on bike trails. Optional additional 6 mile loop before or after rest stop Mike Beadles, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com, 612-839-5406. 18 WED 9:00 AM A/B 40 - 65 mi. Hump Day Hammer. Depart from Holiday Gas Station SE Corner Dell Rd at 62nd St W Eden Prairie. Various Routes in the Western Suburbs. Mileages will vary from 40 - 65 miles. Contact leader prior to ride if weather looks questionable. Tony Abelson (952)949-3996 tonyandbean-at-yahoo-dot-com 18 WED 9:30 AM C 20-35 mi. COW CAMPUS RIDE. Depart from Minnehaha Falls North Parking Lot (North of Pavilion). Pay to park in lot or choose to park free on adjacent streets. We will bike paved trails and bike route streets.Our en route lunch stop is at Black Bear Cafe at Como Pavilion.There are flowers and cows to smell and see as we ride through the Farm Campus. June Johnson, 612-869-1710; Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell Phone at Ride; 952-334-5382. 18 WED 10:00 AM B/C 20-25 mi. Champlin Midmorning Ramble. Depart from 10:00 am Start at Trailhead Cycling and Fitness,11333 Aquila Dr (114th and US 169,Champlin, MN (763-712-0312). Mapless Social group riding Park on the north side of the cycle shop parking lot. This ride uses paved trails and low traffic streets along the Mississippi River, Coon Rapids Dam, and Elm Creek Park Preserve. Mid ride beak and lunch possibilities after ride. Phillip Lawson 612-554-1340, Berway Swanstrum 763-427-2909, Mary Swanstrum 763-427-2909. 18 WED 10:30 AM A/B 40-65 mi. 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 strongly encouraged. Rain cancels. 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, 651-690-2100, sueblum-at-earthlink-dot-net. 18 WED 4:30 PM B 15 mi. Stretch n Peal (St Louis Park). Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. A few extra miles all on bike trails to stretch the legs then finish just in time to then peal out on the 6:00 PM "SLP'ing Out" ride if you so choose (no rest stop on this actual ride - we will rest in between rides at Erik's) Jeff Ramberg, 612-462-4747 & Pam Engebretson. 18 WED 6:00 PM B 25-35 mi. SLP'ing Out (St Louis Park). Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. Meet the group in the parking lot that is furthest from the bike shop's door. Ride various routes mostly on bike trails or low-traffic roads in the west metro, there could be at least one "long uphill" on this route that a rider should be prepared for. Jeff Ramberg, 612-462-4747 & Pam Engebretson. 18 WED 6:00 PM A/B 25-35 mi. The Whole Enchilada!. Depart from the Roseville Prof Center (SW corner of Hwy 36 and Hamline Ave in Roseville). Park at west end of lot. Ride with the Speedy Gonzalezes of the group or at a more leisurely pace on this gently rolling route around area parks and lakes. Join your compadres afterwards at LaCasita for fun and refueling. Andele! Andele! Epa! Epa! Yeehah!!! Mary Derks (maryderks-at-yahoo-dot-com, 651-335-6505). 18 WED 6:00 PM B 25-35 mi. RIDING FROM RICHFIELD. Depart from Richfield's Woodlake Lutheran Church at 76th and Oliver Ave. Come for the adventure and enjoy the variety of a new and different route each week as you abandon the mediocrity of a repetitive, predicable routine on this ever-evolving evening ride. *Know that the 76th St bridge and it's exit from 35W will be closed this biking season. David Gepner 612-861-1703 WentBiking-at-Comcast-dot-net. 18 WED 6:00 PM C 15-30 mi. Maple(ss) Grove. Depart from Maple Grove Cycling & Fitness, 8121 Wedgewood Lane (at the corner of Grove Dr. and Wedgewood Ln, near Cub Foods; take I-94 west to the Weaver Lake Rd exit, head east to intersection with Elm Creek Blvd, turn south to Grove Dr (first left). This will be a mapless ride, following the roads and trails of Maple Grove. Possible destinations include Elm Creek Park Preserve, Fish Lake Park, the Coon Rapids Dam, and more. We will be departing from the parking lot in front of Maple Grove Cycling & Fitness. Opportunities for snacks and water along the way are slim, but there are numerous dining choices for after the ride. Paul "Thunder" Huntington, 651-343-7447, paul.huntington-at-audatex-dot-com; Pete "The Hammer" Hall, 612-889-1361; Craig "Bookman" Larson, 763-424-4223, clarson65-at-hotmail-dot-com. 18 WED 6:15 PM A/B 28 or 35 mi. St Croix Hills. Depart from Mahtomedi High School Hwy 36 to Hilton Trail go north to 12/Stillwater Rd go right one block. Come enjoy some hills in the scenic St Croix valley. No restrooms at start. Greg Thompson gregtrack-at-hotmail-dot-com 651-426-4443 cell: 651-431-1979. 19 THU 5:30 AM A/B 25 mi. DayBreak. Depart from the parking lot for the swimming beach on Lake Johanna, near corner of County Road E and Lake Johanna Blvd, Arden Hills (south of Hwy 694 and east of 35W). Break the dawn of the day with a ride to get you going strong. No restrooms at the start. Kristine Poelzer 651-633-1127. 19 THU 8:30 AM B 40/60 mi. THURSDAYS ON THE CANNON. Depart from Welch trailhead. Departure from the Welch for the Red Wing trailhead, then return to Welch for a pit stop, and then to Cannon Falls for lunch. Then we'll ride the 10 miles downhill back to Welch to complete the 40-mile portion. To complete the optional 60-mile ride, we'll do another round trip to Red Wing. $3 daily permit or $20 season pass required. Mobile phone at ride: 612-396-3884. Don Picard, 952-894-3431, donbike-at-mac-dot-com. 19 THU 9:30 AM C 15-25 mi. CLARE'S FAVORITE RIDE(MAPLESS) AND GARDEN /PATIO POTLUCK. Depart from Clare's house, 5043 Nokomis Ave, Minneapolis. From Hwy 62 (Crosstown) take 34th Ave North to 51St Street and turn Left (West) to Nokomis Ave (Right) and park on street. Clare will showcase her "C" level (Mapless) ride followed by a Garden/Patio potluck at her home after ride. Please bring something to share for a potluck lunch. (Drop off prior to ride.) Your ride leaders will provide dessert and drinks. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Ambassador: Clare Fossum, 612-721-9258; Cell At Ride 952-334-5382. 19 THU 10:00 AM B/C 32 mi. LITTLE CANADA AND POINTS NORTH. Depart from Press Gym in The Market Place Center, 2900 Rice St. 1/2 mile north of County Rd. C. We will pass by Lakes Gervais and Vadnais and loop around White Bear Lake. Maps and detailed cue sheets will be available for faster or slower riders. The leader will average 12 MPH. Don Hopkins, 651-628-9713, Cell: 651-216-8690, dchopkin-at-aol-dot-com. 19 THU 4:30 PM A/B 100 K (62 mi.) Summer Solstice Metric Century. Depart from Ramsey County Beach on White Bear Lake. Take advantage of the longest daylight of the year to ride 100K (62 mi) to Osceola, WI, and back in an evening. Arrive at Ramsey County Beach off Hwy. 96 on White Bear Lake by 4 PM; ride will depart promptly at 4:30 PM. No early starts, please. Strong "B" riders welcomed; must be able to average 16 mph to finish before dark. All riders should bring a flashing tail light just in case of unavoidable delays. The rain date for this ride will be Thursday, June 26. Pete Hawkins 763-786-3792, pmh706-at-gmail-dot-com. 19 THU 6:00 PM A/B 25 or 31 mi. THURSDAY THERAPY. 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. Improve your relationship with your bike on a scenic ride through northern Dakota County. Various leaders. Ride coordinator is Tony Wanschura, ajwanschura-at-gmail-dot-com, 651-224-8360. 19 THU 6:00 PM A/B 20-32 mi. Thighs, Sighs & Cries (Eden Prairie). Depart from the parking lot in front of Woody's Grill at Shady Oak Rd and City West Pkwy in Eden Prairie. A 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 always welcome. You'll sigh and cry as you build up your thighs! Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com; Scott Larson, 651-455-0749, scottglarson-at-comcast-dot-net; Scott Weinberg, scott-weinberg-at-msn-dot-com. 19 THU 6:00 PM B 25 mi. A DUTCH TREAT. Depart from Plymouth Station Shopping Center, Hwy 55 and County Rd 24 in Plymouth, 2 mi west of I-494, park at north end by tower. Scenic backroads of Medina, Maple Plain, Loretta and Hamel. Rolling Hills. Join us at Panera's after the ride. Kay Mitchell 612-801-6151 and Evie Walters 763-221-3809. 20 FRI 9:30 AM B/C 31 mi. North Hennepin Circle. Depart from North Hennepin Community College (corner of 85th Ave N and W. Broadway Ave in Brooklyn Park). West parking lot, south side (near the ball fields). A nice, leisurely ride on the roads and trails of Brooklyn Park and Brooklyn Center. We will follow roads and trails to the Coon Rapids Dam, cross over the river and head south on the East Mississippi River bike trail and E. River Road, then back to the west side of the river, north on the Shingle Creek bike trail and return to NHCC. There are ample opportunities for rest breaks and water along the route. Craig Larson, 763-424-4223, clarson65-at-hotmail-dot-com. 20 FRI 9:30 AM C 44 mi. WINSTED BOUND ON THE LUCE LINE. Depart from Stubbs Bay Parking Lot in Orono. From Hwy 394/12(west),take Old Crystal Bay Rd South, then right(west)on Watertown Rd, turn left on Stubbs Bay Rd to trailhead parking lot on right. We will bike this Oldest State Trail at a "C" pace to Winsted for a luncheon break and return.This 6ft wide limestone trail features farmlands, woodlands, lakes and marshes. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell At Ride; 952-334-5382. 20 FRI 10:00 AM C 30-35 mi. Trails on the Summer Solstice. Depart from Brackett Park 2728 39th Ave. S, Minneapolis. Trails on the Summer Solstice will use paved trails to Hopkins, Wirth Park, around the Minneapolis lakes, and return via Hiawatha. There will be stops at the Hopkins Depot and the Grand Old Creamery near Lake Nokomis. Bring a snack, or enjoy the food from these establishments. June Johnson 612-869-1710 and Nancy Welsh 952-456-9260. 20 FRI 10:00 AM A/B 29/47/63 mi. MMVIII METRIC. Depart from Vadnais-Sucker Lake Park, 4500 Rice St. 55127, north Parking lot. No water/rest facilities until end of May. The Ride continues to Marine on St. Croix with a rest stop at the General Store. Shorter options available. As weather improves, a 100 mile option to Osceola may be added with an earlier start time. Katie Angle 763-208-3595 5/2, 7/11 Dave Pfuhl 651-429-3344 5/9,6/6,7/18 Jack Uttermark 612-670-5902 5/16,6/20 Richard Miller 651-777-6147 5/23,6/13 Michael McNutt 651-208-3185 5/30,6/27,7/25 20 FRI 10:00 AM A/B 52/64 mi. coon rapids river ride. Depart from Eriks Bike Shop, 2120 Norhdale Blvd, Coon Rapid, 55433. Predominately flat route traverses the Anoka Sand Plain, it passes through wooded areas as well as wide open prairie. Garry Glubka, gglubby-at-comcast-dot-net, cell 651-303-2207. 20 FRI 3:00 PM A/B 43/32 mi. Fridays to the Lake. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 8006 Minnetonka Blvd St Louis Park, NW corner of Texas Ave and Minnetonka Blvd. Head west to Lake Independence on a somewhat challenging, varied-terrain ride thru the western suburbs. Rest stop at the Retro in Loretto. Rides vary slightly each week. Short cut options available. All self-sufficient riders welcome. 6/6 Steve Sorenson (763-229-9073) steve(at)bikenaked(dot)net, 6/13 & 6/20 George Hagemann (612-251-4400), 6/27 Jon Koser 952-210-1124. 20 FRI 6:00 PM B 22-30 mi. TGIF Dinner Series. Depart from Burnet Realty north parking lot located on Village Center Dr. one block east of Hodgson Rd (Hwy 49) and Hwy 96 intersection. Access from Hwy 96 and turn north on Village Center Dr. Join us on this ride which has become a Friday night staple. Optional post-ride dinner at Panono's. Mark Gregory, 651-490-1626, 6/6; Kate Kovar & Jim Pederson, 763-234-5180, 6/13, 7/25; Tom Lenzmeier, 651-734-5340, 6/20; Jack Uttermark, 612-670-5902, 6/27, 7/18; Rick & Bonnie Shoebottom, 651-493-7248, 7/11 Mark Gregory, 651-490-1626. 20 FRI 6:00 PM B/C 20-30 mi. Urban Funk. Depart from Sunrise Cyclery 901 West Lake St. (SW corner of Lake & Bryant), MPLS. An urban mapless ride on bike lanes and paved trails in the heart of the Twin Cities. We will stay together and have a coffee, soup or ice cream stop. Pete Hall (612-889-1361); Jeff Ramberg (612-462-4747); Ed Hassler and others. 21 SAT 5:00 AM A 202 mi. PAUL BUNYAN DOUBLE CENTURY. Depart from Anoka Senior High School, 3939 7th Ave (County Road 7). This is an AA ride of 202 miles from Anoka to Mille Lacs Lake, around it, and back again. This Minnesota cycling tradition enters its 42nd year and it's still going strong! We’ll meet at Anoka Senior High School, 3939 7th Ave (County Road 7) from 4:30 to 4:45 AM. We’ll begin the ride as a group at about 5 AM. The high school is about 1.5 miles north of Hwy. 10 on 7th Ave. Turn left at the 38th Ave. stoplight. (This is the school parking lot entrance.) Watch for Casey’s General Store on the left at this intersection. The ride is FREE for TCBC members and only $2.00 for non-members. No preregistration necessary. Though not a race, riders will be timed to the minute (no sprints) and this time will be recorded on a ride certificate. The route is basically flat with a few small rollers. It has generally moderate traffic levels. Perhaps 10% of the route gets heavy use, but has a wide shoulder. The Paul Bunyan is considered one of the country's easier (flatter) doubles, but nonetheless, it is a challenge and you must come prepared and trained for the distance. It’s essential to eat smart (often), drink smart (before your thirsty), and ride smart (ride your pace, no need to go for the hour record here). Food and water (convenience stores) are located on average at 20-mile or so intervals and will be well marked on the ride map. I will be driving the route, but NOT in an official sag capacity. I'll have water, a few basic tools, and a floor pump.(maybe even some bananas!) Official lunch stop will be the Spotlight Svoboda Café in Garrison at the 100-mile point. You really should claim bragging rights to one of cycling's great milestones, The Double Century. It truly is a worthy accomplishment, and it's fun as well! Your ageless leader, Bob Hoffman. 651-430-2676 (Careful now... I said ageless, not aging) Bob Hoffman. 651-430-2676 21 SAT 6:15 AM A about 50 mi. Early Riser. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee, East Lake St and West River Road, Minneapolis. NO MAP AVAILABLE for this ride. Route determined morning of the ride. We will ride as many miles as we can get in in order to finish by 9am. Riders will ride as a group and a rest stop may not happen at all. We will ride at a fast pace and have a good time doing so... Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058 rhuskamp-at-juno-dot-com. 21 SAT 7:30 AM B 35-45 mi. Har-Martian. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Ave., N (across from Har Mar Mall, next to McDonalds). This ride features a variety of rides, each guaranteed to include at least one lake, one trail, and one rest stop with decent snacks. Get up and ride early, then get on with the rest of your day. Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175, hansonca96-at-comcast-dot-net. 21 SAT 8:00 AM C 63/126 mi. THE 8th ANNUAL MINI PAUL BUNYAN RIDE. Depart from Malmo (Conoco Station / Market)-Northeastern corner of 18 und Hwy 47. Its an A/B distant ride with a big C pace. your choice single or double loop around the big pond of Mille Lacs Lake. This route is flatter than a proverbial pancake und we'll have all day to ride around it. We'll have 2 stops -Wahkon und Garrison-Cafe Spotlight Svoboda. If the weather is good und cooperates with us und I get enough riders, it'll be a go. Do call to confirm that you are coming. Any questions? Augie "Gus Meister" Muller fon# haus 651-770-5065 or Paul "Thunder" Huntington fon# haus 651-330-6785 cell 651-343-7445. 21 SAT 8:00 AM C 23/31 mi. BIKE TO BREAKFAST: 4 TRAILS BY 4 LAKES. Depart from Centennial Church. 1524 West County Road C2, Roseville, corner of C2 and Snelling. The ride will feature 4 named trails and 4 lakes. Trails: Reservoir Woods, Trout Brook, Gateway and Bruce Vento. Lakes: McCarrons, Phalen, Gervais and Bennett. The one big hill goes down. We will stop for refreshment at the Corner Coffee House in Little Canada. An optional loop from the starting point goes around Lakes Langton, Johanna and Josephine. DON HOPKINS 651-628-9713, Cell: 651-216-8690, dchopkin-at-aol-dot-com. 21 SAT 8:00 AM Outreach 12, 20, 35, 60 mi. JORDAN VALLEY BIKE TOUR. Depart from Mini-Met in downtown Jordan (Rice & Water Sts). Join the 5th annual ride through scenic, rural Scott & LeSueur counties. Pleasant mixture of hills & long flat stretches on low traffic roads. Four distances to choose from (with options), five rest stops with refreshments, 10-20 miles apart. SAG service. After the ride check out the Jordan Art Festival. Cost $20 & up (earlybird discount thru 6/10). 350-400 riders. Leader: Tim Bischke 952.492.2088 cell at ride: 612.298.0851; timbee205-at-gmail-dot-com, for more info see: www.jvbt.org or email at info-at-jordanvalleybiketour.org Ride sponsored by Jordan Chamber of Commerce to raise funds for bike safety & trail development in the local area. Tim Bischke 952.492.2088 cell at ride: 612.298.0851; timbee205-at-gmail-dot-com, for more info see: www.jvbt.org or email at info-at-jordanvalleybiketour.org 21 SAT 8:00 AM Outreach 13, 19, 34, 52, or 68 mi. Superior Vistas Bike Tour. Meet Ride Leader at 8:00 am next to registration table at Thompson's West End Park in Washburn, WI on the shores of Lake Superior. An amazing array of 5 choices for fabulous routes. Get all the details - including the Ride Leader's choice of lodging - from the article in this (June)issue of TCBC NEWS or click on OUTREACH RIDES from our home page of www.bikeTCBC.org TCBC Ride Leader: Kristine Poelzer 651-633-1127 or cell at the start: 612-759-0990. Print/mail the pdf of the registration form: www.SuperiorVistas.org or phone 1-800-284-9484. 21 SAT 8:30 AM B/C 38 mi. Cruising The Badlands of Hudson. Depart from Hudson Sports and Civic Center Parking Lot. 94 East into Wisconsin, Exit 2 Carmichael Road.Turn South on Carmichael to Hanley Road (3rd stop light on Carmichael).Turn west on Hanley road and Civic Center on South Side of intersection of Okeefe and Hanley. Depart from Hudson Sports and Civic Center, 1820 Hanley Road Hudson Wi. We will explore the Badlands of St. Croix County. This is a very nice route (only a few hills) that will meander around the quite roads through scenic farm and lake country. Keep your eyes open for an eagle or two while you enjoy the peace and tranquility of only the Wisconsin country side can offer. Cindy DePratter, rocky07-at-att-dot-net, Cell 715-554-0042, Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381. 21 SAT 8:30 AM B 38 mi. Cruising The Badlands of Hudson. Depart from Hudson Sports and Civic Center Parking Lot. 94 East into Wisconsin, Exit 2 Carmichael Road.Turn South on Carmichael to Hanley Road (3rd stop light on Carmichael).Turn west on Hanley road and Civic Center on South Side of intersection of Okeefe and Hanley. Depart from Hudson Sports and Civic Center, 1820 Hanley Road Hudson Wi. We will explore the Badlands of St. Croix County. This is a very nice route (only a few hills) that will meander around the quite roads through scenic farm and lake country. Keep your eyes open for an eagle or two while you enjoy the peace and tranquility of only the Wisconsin country side can offer. Kevin DePratter, rocky07-at-att-dot-net, Cell 715-554-0072, Bob Gravell, bobgravell-at-comcast-dot-net. 21 SAT 9:00 AM B 25 mi. Sonny Side Up. Depart from Sonny's Crema Cafe at 3401 Lyndale Ave. So. An urban ride mostly on roads but some trails with a great rest stop at Mellow Glaze Bakery and an after ride brunch on the piazza at Sonny's. Great food (everything is organic). Kay Mitchell 612-801-6151 and Evie Walters 763-221-3809. 21 SAT 9:30 AM C 15-25 mi. "Ease Into Biking" Series. Depart from West side of Holiday gas station parking lot at 109th Ave. N. and Douglas Dr. in Champlin. A friendly set of 6 Saturday morning rides (May 10, 17, 31 and June 7, 14, 21) exploring the North Hennepin Corridor Trail between the Coon Rapids Dam and Elm Creek Park Reserve in Maple Grove. New riders encouraged, all social riders welcome. Bring a full water bottle, spare tube, and questions. Optional lunch afterwards at 5-8 Grill. Carolyn Caswell 763-315-3687 ceCaswell-at-hotmail-dot-com, Craig Larson 763-424-4223, Deb Matchinsky 612-374-2158, Neil Millam 763-862-3780. 21 SAT 9:30 AM A/B 70-80 miles; shorter option available. WI HILLS MAIDEN ROCK. Depart from the park on the river in Maiden Rock, WI. Cross into Wisconsin at Prescott or Red Wing and take WI 35 south to the town of Maiden Rock on Lake Pepin, then turn towards the river on Chestnut St. Challenging hills and little-traveled rural roads. If weather threatens, check "Ride Cancel Delay" message board at 7:00 AM or contact ride leader before 7:45 AM on morning of ride. A canceled Saturday ride will be rescheduled (via the message board) for the next day whenever feasible. Various leaders. Ride coordinator is Tony Wanschura, ajwanschura-at-gmail-dot-com, 651-224-8360. 21 SAT 9:30 AM A/B apprx. 45/65/80 mi. Taylor Made: Falls -n- All!. Depart from Bobby & Steve's Auto World, Lino Lakes: north of metro area on 35E to Exit 123 (Hugo/Centerville), go west (toward Centerville) 1/2 mile and turn left to get to parking lot on north/east edge of property. Make a full and fun day of it on this mostly rural ride around Forest Lake, through the Chisago Chain of Lakes and on to Taylors Falls for a leisurely lunch. Then cross the river into St. Croix Falls; the route includes a descent into (and climb out of) Interstate State Park on the Wisconsin side of the river. Scenic back roads bring us back through Osceola and Scandia. Once back at the start, we have the carpeted Party Room upstairs at Bobby & Steve’s for changing and socializing. Feel free to bring an after-the-ride “something,” maybe enough to share. There is a microwave and a sink (sorry, no grill); the owner has graciously offered access to refrigeration of perishables while we are riding! The first designated rest area is at ~mile 27 – bring tall water bottles or plan to stop in Forest Lake at ~10 miles for top-offs. Shorter mileage options of approximately 45 and 65 miles are marked on the map; all go through Scandia. Feel free to call us at home for more information or morning of the ride if weather gets iffy! Cell at ride start: 651.755.0435 or 952.292.5307. Rick & Bonnie Shoebottom: 651.493.7248(h). 21 SAT 11:00 AM A/B 30-35 mi. DUNN BROTHERS & BACK. Depart from the picnic area just North of the Bandshell at Lake Harriet. Sleep-in on Saturday and join your friends for a late morning ride, with a rest stop at the Dunn Brothers in Eden Prairie. Leave yourself enough time to find a place to park. You can park on the street or pay to park in the lot. Susan Evan 612-729-1441, Chuck Sunder 612-285-1946. 22 SUN 5:30 AM A 151 mi. Sunday Sunrise Solitude. Depart from Perkins Restaurant, New Brighton [zipcode 55112], 2 blks west of I-35W on Cty Rd D. Park at far end of lot. This early-bird 151 mile route is the only one rated at an A ride level of the four routes offered through Sunday Sunrise Solitude (the other three routes are shorter and are rated at an A/B ride level). Get the solitude of the morning, starting with the sunrise, unless you bring a fellow cyclist. Detailed maps and queue sheets provided. 6/1 and 6/8: Charlie Caswell 763-242-4562; 6/15: Steve Scholl 651-341-0597; 6/22: Richard Miller 651-777-6147; 6/29: Joe Hays 612-987-6868. 22 SUN 5:30 AM A/B 62, 79, 101 mi. Sunday Sunrise Solitude. Depart from Perkins Restaurant, New Brighton [zipcode 55112], 2 blks west of I-35W on Cty Rd D. Park at far end of lot. Get the solitude of the morning, starting with the sunrise, unless you bring a fellow cyclist. Detailed map and queue sheet provided of the city and countryside routes. Note: same depart time for every June ride; however, the Ride Leaders vary. 6/1 and 6/8: Charlie Caswell 763-242-4562; 6/15: Steve Scholl 651-341-0597; 6/22: Richard Miller 651-777-6147; 6/29: Joe Hays 612-987-6868 22 SUN 7:00 AM A/B 28/33 mi. Sunday Supplement: Tears, Gears & Fears. Depart from Starbucks at Cleveland & Ford Parkway. (2078 Ford Parkway). Recover from the Paul Bunyan Double Century with all the hills and thrills of the St Paul/Mendota/WSP hill ride and be home by 10 AM. Steve Scholl, 651-699-1203 (h), 651-341-0597 (c). 22 SUN 7:00 AM A/B 58 mi. Dunn Early - Apple Valley. Depart from Dunn Brothers East Lake Street and West River Road Minneapolis. Ride a nice ride to Apple Valley neighborhoods and back to Minnneapolis through St Paul. A nice recovery ride for those who did the double century on Saturday. Randall Huskamp rhuskamp-at-juno-dot-com 612-724-9058. 22 SUN 7:30 AM B 62-65 mi. Snooze Button Metric. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Ave. N, Roseville (across from Har Mar Mall, next to McDonalds). Flat, friendly route will take us from Roseville to rural Anoka County and back through Lino Lakes and Shoreview. Even if you slept through your alarm, you can still get your metric in today. Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175, hansonca96-at-comcast-dot-net. 22 SUN 9:00 AM B 78 mi. THE GREAT RIDE OF THE PUDDING BOY. Depart from Northfield H.S. on Division St./246 at S. End of Northfield. From I-35 or US 52, take 19 into town to Division St. - go S. H.S. is on the right. At the age of 10, on his single-speed balloon-tired red Schwinn Wasp, the rotund PUDDING BOY made his great lonely ride. This time you come too. See Valley Grove Church, most of Nerstrand, Kenyon's Blvd. of Roses, Zumbrota's Covered Bridge, downtown Wanamingo, Sogn Valley, the Al Quie post office, and Malt-o-Meal Dam. Climb PUDDING BOY HILL. Leader rides easy B pace. Bring some friends who ride your pace. Beautiful rolling farm country. Bob Brown, MnFolbot-at-aol-dot-com, 612-849-2999. 22 SUN 9:00 AM C 20/40 THE GATEWAY SOCIAL C RIDE. Depart from B.K. / Burger Konig at 120 / Century und Hwy. 36 in North St. Paul. Please park to the rear of the parking lot (just keep an eye out for my black forest green panzerwagon - VW van : - ). It's an all-paved very scenic straight trail, Rest stop at the end of the trail. Optional lunch after the ride at the "BK" or Panera's Brot und Kaffee Shop on White Bear Ave. Until we meet, I remain your most humble und obedient servant. Augie "The Gus Meister" Muller Haus fon# 651-770-5065. 22 SUN 9:30 AM C 25 mi. Meandering the Parks of Woodbury. Depart from South Ojibway Park, 2695 Ojibway Dr, Woddbury. 494 to Valley Creek Road Exit 59,turn east to Woodlane Dr., south to Courtly Rd, east to Ojibway Drive, turn south into park (follow signs). Let's explore the parks and beautiful scenery that Woodbury offers. We will traverse Ojibway Park, Woodlands Park and Colby Lake Park on the route. There will be re-group points as we enter each park so that we can staty together. Hope to see you there. Optional Lunch after the ride. Kevin DePratter, rocky07-at-att-dot-net 715-554-0072; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cindy DePratter, rocky07-at-att-dot-net, 715-554-0042. 22 SUN 10:00 AM B/C 25-30mi Ramsey Warmup. Depart from Ramsey Co. Beach., north side of White Bear Lake. North on highway 61 into White Bear Lake. Right turn on 96. Parking on the right. Warmup for those intending middle distances at the Water Mellon in July. Leader will ride a leisurely C pace. Joe Larson joebike-at-showpage.org 651-235-2578. 22 SUN 10:00 AM A/B 26 m. Mississippi Choo Chew. Depart from Mendota Plaza located less than 1/2 mile east of 35E on Hwy 110 in Mendota Heights. A scenic ride around the Mississippi River on roads and trails. Highlights include a ravine descent, the new Wakota bridge crossing, river views and lots of trains (choo). Grab a bite to eat after the ride (chew) and stay for the Tour Day Kota ride at 12:30. Jeff Johnson 651-552-9131. 22 SUN 11:00 AM A/B 55 mi. Sunday's from St. Paul. Depart from U of St. Thomas main parking lot at NE corner of Summit and Cretin. Explore some new winding quieter roads south of the river, with a focus on areas with rolling hills. Two rest stops included. Self sufficient B riders welcome. Bruce Berry 651-690-2510 bruce2276-at-aol-dot-com. 22 SUN 11:45 AM B/C 23 mi. Sundays on the Bike. Depart from St. Luke's Church parking lot, 46th St. W and Bryant Ave. S., behind Java Jack's. A social ride in S. Minneapolis, along the lakes, the river, and the Midtown Greenway. Newcomers welcome! Avis Thomas (612) 961-2421. 22 SUN 12:30 PM A/B 35 mi. Tour Day Kota. Depart from Mendota Plaza located less than 1/2 mile east of 35E on Hwy 110 in Mendota Heights. Come explore some of the ups and downs of northern Dakota County on a few of our favorite roads. A scenic rest stop at Lebanon Hills Park in Eagan is included. Jeff Johnson & Patt Seleen, 651-552-9131. 23 MON 9:30 AM C 25-30 mi. MINNETONKA MEANDER. Depart from Luce Line Trail Head (no facilities). From Hwy 394/Hwy12, (Wayzata), exit onto Cty Rd 15 (Gleason Lake Rd). Turn Right (northeast), then Left (north) on Vicksburg Lane, then left on 10th Ave and follow signs to trail head. Route includes portions of LRT and Luce Line (packed limestone) trails using connecting Cty Rd 19 and North Shore Cty Rd 51. Our rest stop is at Mennetonka City Hall and lunch stop is at 318 Cafe in Excelsior. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell At Ride, 952-334-5382. 23 MON 10:30 AM A/B 30 mi. Pink Express. Depart from County Cycles, Lexington Ave. Roseville. Join your friends, usual day ride suspects and the skipping work on Monday crowd for a nice ride to start the week. Ron and the good folks at County Cycles have promised a bbq at end of one ride or other during June. Perhaps you'll have to do all five to figure out which one. Perhaps not. Shop is open before ride so you can get any bike stuff you might need, the friendly staff eager to serve. Does it get any better than this? Yes, but rarely on Monday mornings. Michael McNutt bikermichael-at-comcast-dot-net 651-208-3185. 23 MON 6:00 PM A/B 25-35 mi. Miles from Maplewood. Depart from Maplewood Community Center Parking Lot, 2100 White Bear Avenue, about 3 blocks south of Highway 36. Ride into the countryside of Ramsey and Washington Counties. Richard Miller, 651-777-6147. 23 MON 6:00 PM A/B 30-46 mi. Urban Wildlife (Bloomington). Depart from Airport Hilton, from I-494, exit south on 34th Av, left onto American Blvd, then left at top of hill to SW corner of parking lot. Ride various pleasant routes on low-traffic roads and bike trails starting from near the Wildlife Refuge up to Harriet Island or south into Rosemount or other south-eastern metro locations. Tom Lenzmeier, tlenzmeier-at-gmail-dot-com, 651-734-5340. 23 MON 6:00 PM B 27-35 mi. MINNETONKA MEANDER. Depart from Minnetonka Civic Center, Ice Arena A lot (Minnetonka Blvd and Williston Rd). A pleasant evening ride around Lake Minnetonka. Jon Koser 952-210-1124, Linda Tacke 952-932-9662, Dick Hartmann 952-545-6151. 23 MON 6:00 PM B 20/25 mi. Lake Nokomis Out& Back. Depart from Lake Nokomis Beach Coffee Shop at 50th & 28th st in South Mpls. A nice easy ride thought the streets of Minneapolis and St. Paul Rolling hills. This Maybe Map or Mapless? Mike Daniels, 651-690-0190, Cell 651-261-6516. 23 MON 6:00 PM B 25-35 mi. PENN-cil Me In - After Work!. Depart from PENN Cycle in Blaine – 10611 Baltimore St NE, directly behind Gander Mountain and Super Target located on Hwy 65 & 105th Ave NE. Recover from the weekend or gently jump start a fresh week! This ride offers changing routes that will take you through several northern suburbs and refresh you after a day at the office. Soothe your Monday madness and start your week off on the right pedal! Rick Shoebottom - cell: 952.292.5307 or hm: 651.493.7248, Ben Wilson - 763.432.9430. 23 MON 6:00 PM B/C 25-30 mi. "GREAT BUNS". Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co. 534 Selby Ave. St. Paul. a nice entry level ride for those that would like to climb some hills,at a nice take it easy pace. The ride will have a different route week to week,but will be a MAPLESS ride. NO RIDER will be DROPPED. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-519-3364 or 651-343-7447 Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-1360. 23 MON 6:00 PM B/C 25-30 mi. My Oh My Minneapolis. Depart from NEW STARTING LOCATION at Brackett Park (2728 39th Ave S in Minneapolis - meet by big red rec bldg). Same routes, new starting point. A stay-together ride sampling the best scenery in Minneapolis. Join us for dinner afterwards at Birchwood Cafe or Clicquot Club Cafe. Rob Mann and Laurie Holm (612)363-6165. 23 MON 6:30 PM A/B 27 mi. Paceline Pedaling. Depart from Mahtomedi High School Hwy 36 to Hilton Trail, travel north to Hwy 12/Stillwater Rd, turn right and go one block. A smooth rolling and coordinated paceline is a joy to ride in. This ride will have an educational component. We will work on paceline skills to become safer and more efficient group riders. Greg Thompson gregtrack-at-hotmail-dot-com 651-426-4443 cell: 651-431-1979. 24 TUE 5:30 AM A/B 25 mi. DayBreak. Depart from the parking lot for the swimming beach on Lake Johanna, near corner of County Road E and Lake Johanna Blvd, Arden Hills (south of Hwy 694 and east of 35W). Break the dawn of the day with a ride to get you going strong. No restrooms at the start. Kristine Poelzer 651-633-1127. 24 TUE 9:30 AM B 22-63 mi. The Gateway Express. Depart from Burger King Parking Lot - Hwy 120 (Century Ave) and Hwy 36 (please park on west side). This ride features the Gateway Trail, a very scenic and straight trail. The ride has extensions that loop out into very scenic N. Washington County. The easiest ride is the 22 mi. Gateway trail (out to Pine Point and back). The ride leader rides at a B pace and may or may not ride the extensions. Good maps of the extensions will be provided. Note that I have added an Osceloa WI. extension. To reach the ride: From #694 exit Hwy 36 West to Hwy 120 (Century Ave). South 1/2 blk to Burger King. Jack Uttermark, Cell at Ride:612-670-5902, Email: jumark-at-earthlink-dot-net. 24 TUE 10:00 AM A/B 35-45 mi. Minnetonka Miles. Depart from Minnetonka City Hall, west of 494 on Minnetonka Blvd, NW parking lot by ice arena. Ride briefing at 9:55. Ride leaves promptly at 10:00. Five sensational routes to the lake, neighborhoods and beyond. Includes rolling hills with a friendly rest stop. Chuck Sunder 612-285-1946 Chuck Sunder 612-285-1946. 24 TUE 10:00 AM C 24 mi. Apple Valley South. Depart from Rainbow Foods parking lot, sw corner of Cedar and 42. Ride the paved trails through suburbia and parks in Apple Valley, Farmington, Lakeville, and Burnsville. Nancy Welsh 952-456-9260. 24 TUE 10:15 AM C 20-30 mi. LRT TRAIL RIDE. Depart from Minnetonka Community Center (14600 Minnetonka Blvd). From Hwy I-494 take the Minnetonka Blvd Exit (Exit 17) and turn right on Minnetonka Blvd and go .6 miles. Meet in back of the Community Center in Ice Arena Parking Lot. We will be biking on the LRT which is a packed limestone trail. Lunch stop will be in Victoria at the Victoria House; Ambassadors; Duane and Diana Kasper. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell At Ride, 952-334-5382. Co Leader open. 24 TUE 4:00 PM A/B 28/33 mi. Early Edition: Tears, Gears & Fears. Depart from 1195 St Paul Avenue, St Paul, 55116. Corner of St Paul Avenue and Dorothea. Park in driveway or on Dorothea. Challenging hill ride through St Paul and Mendota Heights: Ramsey, Ohio, High Bridge, Marie, Lexington, Highway 13, and a lot of rollers. Steve Scholl, 651-699-1203 (h), 651-341-0597 (c). 24 TUE 6:00 PM A/B 36/30/24 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. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne; 763.862.1411; dohogne-at-msn-dot-com. 24 TUE 6:00 PM B 25-30 mi. The Nordeaster. Depart from Northeast corner of Cub Foods lot at Silver Lake Village Center, just north of Cty Rd D/37th Ave NE on Silver Lake Rd. Not too far to drive to, not too flat and not too hilly -- JUST RIGHT. This is designed to be a social ride whether you are a solid B rider or an A/B in recovery. Let's hang together and have fun. We'll have some great routes in all four directions from Cub. Mary Miller, BeeBiking908-at-Q-dot-com, 763-789-7560. 24 TUE 6:00 PM B/C 36/30/24 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. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne, 763.862.1411, dohogne-at-msn-dot-com. 24 TUE 6:00 PM C 18 mi. BIKETNR RIDE # 2. Depart from Richfield Intermediate School, 70th and 12 Ave. SO., Richfield, MN. We will ride to Minnehaha Falls via Ft. Snelling Park and back around Lake Nokomis. Info - go to www.biketnr.homestead-dot-com Erwin "Brandy" Brandon, 952-943-2538, biketnr -at-aol-dot-com. 24 TUE 6:00 PM C 15-20 mi. TUESDAY RIDES FROM WEBSTER SCHOOL (MAPLESS). Depart from Webster School parking lot, Adams Street NE & Spring Street NE (MPLS). We'll bike various paved trails and bike friendly streets and offer a dining venue option after ride. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at Ride, 952-334-5382. 24 TUE 6:00 PM A/B 33 mi. Gears, Tears & Fears. Depart from Temple of Aaron, 616 Mississippi River Blvd South. Come climb every notable hill in St. Paul. We'll climb the High Bridge, Ramsey Hill and various others in this summer classic. You don't want to miss out. Tom Lenzmeier, 651-734-5340, tlenzmeier-at-gmail-dot-com. 24 TUE 6:00 PM A/B 30-40 mi. Westy's Leftside. Depart from the Plymouth Station Shopping Center lot located at Highway 55 and County Road 24. The group will gather by the ATM on the north side of the lot. Saluting a Thursday tradition by starting a new one! Varied and challenging routes on the open and rolling roads of northwest Hennepin county, including the cities of Plymouth, Hamel, Medina, Loretto, Maple Plain, Independence and occasionally by Lake Minnetonka. Length will vary depending on available daylight. Steve Sorenson (763-229-9073) steve(at)bikenaked(dot)net. 24 TUE 6:15 PM A/B 36/29/24 mi. THE ACAPULCO RIDE. Depart from From I-694, take Hwy 36 east for 6.5 miles to Stillwater. Turn left on Washington Ave (first stoplight past the Hwy 5 overpass) Take an immediate right on the frontage road for 1/4 mile to the Valley Ridge Mall and Acapulco Restaurant on the left. Unwind on the beautiful backroads of the St. Croix River Valley. Outdoor dining after at Acapulco. Rain may force cancellation of the ride at the leaders discretion. Call ahead if in doubt. Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676. 25 WED 9:30 AM C 20-25 mi. DICK'S BIRTHDAY RIDE. Depart from East Medicine Lake Park parking lot. Take Hwy 169 (from South) to Medicine Lake Road exit, go west to frontage road(Kilmer Lane) left approximately 1/2 miles to park parking lot on right (17th Ave N). We'll bike one of Dick's select routes and celebrate his birthday en route and/or after ride. Ambassador: Dick Heglund (Birthday Boy), 612-374-1693. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell Phone At Ride, 952-334-5382. 25 WED 10:30 AM A/B 40-65 mi. 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 strongly encouraged. Rain cancels. 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, 651-690-2100, sueblum-at-earthlink-dot-net. 25 WED 4:30 PM B 15 mi. Stretch n Peal (St Louis Park). Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. A few extra miles all on bike trails to stretch the legs then finish just in time to then peal out on the 6:00 PM "SLP'ing Out" ride if you so choose (no rest stop on this actual ride - we will rest in between rides at Erik's) Jeff Ramberg, 612-462-4747 & Pam Engebretson. 25 WED 5:30 PM C 12-15 mi. Island Lake Evening. Depart from Island Lake Park, SW corner of Victoria Ave. and 694 in Shoreview. Pleasant early evening ride past several lakes. A few reasonable hills. Joe Larson 651-235-2578 joebike-at-showpage.org. 25 WED 6:00 PM B 25-35 mi. SLP'ing Out (St Louis Park). Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave (between 100 & 169) in St Louis Park. Meet the group in the parking lot that is furthest from the bike shop's door. Ride various routes mostly on bike trails or low-traffic roads in the west metro, there could be at least one "long uphill" on this route that a rider should be prepared for. Jeff Ramberg, 612-462-4747 & Pam Engebretson. 25 WED 6:00 PM C 15-30 mi. Maple(ss) Grove. Depart from Maple Grove Cycling & Fitness, 8121 Wedgewood Lane (at the corner of Grove Dr. and Wedgewood Ln, near Cub Foods; take I-94 west to the Weaver Lake Rd exit, head east to intersection with Elm Creek Blvd, turn south to Grove Dr (first left). This will be a mapless ride, following the roads and trails of Maple Grove. Possible destinations include Elm Creek Park Preserve, Fish Lake Park, the Coon Rapids Dam, and more. We will be departing from the parking lot in front of Maple Grove Cycling & Fitness. Opportunities for snacks and water along the way are slim, but there are numerous dining choices for after the ride. Paul "Thunder" Huntington, 651-343-7447, paul.huntington-at-audatex-dot-com; Pete "The Hammer" Hall, 612-889-1361; Craig "Bookman" Larson, 763-424-4223, clarson65-at-hotmail-dot-com. 25 WED 6:00 PM A/B 26 mi. Mississippi Choo Chew. Depart from Mendota Plaza, located less than 1/2 mile east of 35E on Hwy 110 in Mendota Heights. Come explore some of the sights along the Mississippi in St. Paul including the Kaposia Ravine, the new Wakota Bridge crossing and a few scenic trails along the river. We'll ride by several train yards along the way. An option to chew after the ride will be offered. Jeff Johnson & Patt Seleen, 651-552-9131. 25 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. Susie Anderson (ander058-at-yahoo-dot-com). 25 WED 6:00 PM B 25-35 mi. RIDING FROM RICHFIELD. Depart from Richfield's Woodlake Lutheran Church at 76th and Oliver Ave. Come for the adventure and enjoy the variety of a new and different route each week as you abandon the mediocrity of a repetitive, predicable routine on this ever-evolving evening ride. *Know that the 76th St bridge and it's exit from 35W will be closed this biking season. David Gepner 612-861-1703 WentBiking-at-Comcast-dot-net. 25 WED 6:15 PM A/B 28 or 35 mi. St Croix Hills. Depart from Mahtomedi High School Hwy 36 to Hilton Trail go north to 12/Stillwater Rd go right one block. Come enjoy some hills in the scenic St Croix valley. No restrooms at start. Greg Thompson gregtrack-at-hotmail-dot-com 651-426-4443 cell: 651-431-1979. 26 THU 5:30 AM A/B 25 mi. DayBreak. Depart from the parking lot for the swimming beach on Lake Johanna, near corner of County Road E and Lake Johanna Blvd, Arden Hills (south of Hwy 694 and east of 35W). Break the dawn of the day with a ride to get you going strong. No restrooms at the start. Kristine Poelzer 651-633-1127. 26 THU 8:30 AM B 40/60 mi. THURSDAYS ON THE CANNON. Depart from Welch trailhead. Departure from the Welch for the Red Wing trailhead, then return to Welch for a pit stop, and then to Cannon Falls for lunch. Then we'll ride the 10 miles downhill back to Welch to complete the 40-mile portion. To complete the optional 60-mile ride, we'll do another round trip to Red Wing. $3 daily permit or $20 season pass required. Mobile phone at ride: 612-396-3884. Don Picard, 952-894-3431, donbike-at-mac-dot-com. 26 THU 9:30 AM C 25-30 mi. POST COMMANDER JERRY'S ST PAUL MEANDER. Depart from Richfield American Legion Post 435 Parking lot (NE Corner) at 6501 Portland Ave S, Richfield. Post is located on Portland Ave between Hwy 62 and 66 St. Best to access from Portland Ave since Hwy 62 ramps are under construction. We'll bike on trails through Veteran's Park around Lake Nokomis, Mississippi Blvd, Crosby Park, bike trails adjacent to Hwy 35, Grand and Summit Ave. We will have a rest stop at Caribou Coffee on Grand/Grotto. Our after ride lunch stop will be at the Richfield American Legion (lunch specials, sandwiches etc. at fair prices). Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Ambassador: Jerry Martin, 612-869-1836; Cell Phone at Ride, 952-334-5382. Co Leader Open. 26 THU 6:00 PM A/B 25 or 31 mi. THURSDAY THERAPY. 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. Improve your relationship with your bike on a scenic ride through northern Dakota County. Various leaders. Ride coordinator is Tony Wanschura, ajwanschura-at-gmail-dot-com, 651-224-8360. 26 THU 6:00 PM B 25 mi. A DUTCH TREAT. Depart from Plymouth Station Shopping Center, Hwy 55 and County Rd 24 in Plymouth, 2 mi west of I-494, park at north end by tower. Scenic backroads of Medina, Maple Plain, Loretta and Hamel. Rolling Hills. Join us at Panera's after the ride. Kay Mitchell 612-801-6151 and Evie Walters 763-221-3809. 26 THU 6:00 PM A/B 20-32 mi. Thighs, Sighs & Cries (Eden Prairie). Depart from the parking lot in front of Woody's Grill at Shady Oak Rd and City West Pkwy in Eden Prairie. A 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 always welcome. You'll sigh and cry as you build up your thighs! Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-gmail-dot-com; Scott Larson, 651-455-0749, scottglarson-at-comcast-dot-net; Scott Weinberg, scott-weinberg-at-msn-dot-com. 27 FRI C 20-30 mi. WISCONSIN -EAU CLAIRE / DOWNSVILLE- CREAMERY WEEKEND. Depart from See Daily Listings for particulars and start times. Fiday Ride starts at 1 PM and Saturday and Sunday Rides start at 10 AM. Rides will feature Chippewa Valley/River and Red Cedar routes. After ride activity options of Friday and Creamery Brunch option on Sunday. Rides are C + level. John Hoffmann,715-834-7897; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cells at start of ride, 715-379-1074 and 952-334-5382. 27 FRI 9:30 AM C 25 mi. Pieces of Eight. Depart from Crosby Farm Park, bottom of hill at intersection of Crosby Farm Road, Gannon Road, and Shepard Road, St. Paul. The ride will make a figure of eight around the Mississsippi and St. Paul. Lunch stop at Cossetta's, but feel free to bring your own sandwich. Nancy Welsh 952-456-9260. 27 FRI 10:00 AM A/B 29/47/63 mi. MMVIII METRIC. Depart from Vadnais-Sucker Lake Park, 4500 Rice St. 55127, north Parking lot. No water/rest facilities until end of May. The Ride continues to Marine on St. Croix with a rest stop at the General Store. Shorter options available. As weather improves, a 100 mile option to Osceola may be added with an earlier start time. Katie Angle 763-208-3595 5/2, 7/11 Dave Pfuhl 651-429-3344 5/9,6/6,7/18 Jack Uttermark 612-670-5902 5/16,6/20 Richard Miller 651-777-6147 5/23,6/13 Michael McNutt 651-208-3185 5/30,6/27,7/25 27 FRI 1:00 PM C 30 + optional miles CHIPPEWA VALLEY RIDE. Depart from Chippewa trail-Water Street & 1st Avenue Owen Park parking lot. Take Hwy I-94 to Exit 59. At top of exit take Hwy 312 right to Hwy 12(5 miles). Follow Hwy 12 to the right. Turn left on Menomonie St which turns into Water St.Go to 1ST Ave then Left to lot. We'll bike paved trails (trail fees $4 daily / $15 annual) to Meridian and return. Water and toilets on route, Convenience store in Carryville. Optional after ride activities. John Hoffmann, 715-834-7897; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cells at start of ride, 715-379-1074 & 952-334-5382. 27 FRI 3:00 PM A/B 43/32 mi. Fridays to the Lake. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 8006 Minnetonka Blvd St Louis Park, NW corner of Texas Ave and Minnetonka Blvd. Head west to Lake Independence on a somewhat challenging, varied-terrain ride thru the western suburbs. Rest stop at the Retro in Loretto. Rides vary slightly each week. Short cut options available. All self-sufficient riders welcome. 6/6 Steve Sorenson (763-229-9073) steve(at)bikenaked(dot)net, 6/13 & 6/20 George Hagemann (612-251-4400), 6/27 Jon Koser 952-210-1124. 27 FRI 6:00 PM A/B 36mi Vermillion Catillion. Depart from Lebanon Hills Regional Park - Schultz Beach and Visitor Center Entrance. Ride from Eagan to Vermillion and back. This is a gently rolling 36 mile ride in the country. With the long daylight we should have plenty of daylight. Lights are recommended just in case. Lebanon Hills Park is located at 860 Cliff Road, Eagan, 55123. Two miles east of Pilot Knob Road and 1 mile west of County Road 3. Stan Mickelsen 651-283-3310 and Barbara Landis 651-688-9611. 27 FRI 6:00 PM B 22-30 mi. TGIF Dinner Series. Depart from Burnet Realty north parking lot located on Village Center Dr. one block east of Hodgson Rd (Hwy 49) and Hwy 96 intersection. Access from Hwy 96 and turn north on Village Center Dr. Join us on this ride which has become a Friday night staple. Optional post-ride dinner at Panono's. Mark Gregory, 651-490-1626, 6/6; Kate Kovar & Jim Pederson, 763-234-5180, 6/13, 7/25; Tom Lenzmeier, 651-734-5340, 6/20; Jack Uttermark, 612-670-5902, 6/27, 7/18; Rick & Bonnie Shoebottom, 651-493-7248, 7/11 Mark Gregory, 651-490-1626. 27 FRI 6:00 PM B/C 20-30 mi. Urban Funk. Depart from Sunrise Cyclery 901 West Lake St. (SW corner of Lake & Bryant), MPLS. An urban mapless ride on bike lanes and paved trails in the heart of the Twin Cities. We will stay together and have a coffee, soup or ice cream stop. Pete Hall (612-889-1361); Jeff Ramberg (612-462-4747); Ed Hassler and others. 28 SAT 6:00 AM Randonneur 186 mi. TCBC 300 K BREVET RIDE. Depart from the AmericInn/Old Chicago parking lot on the NE corner of Cty 42 and Cedar Ave (Cty 23) in Apple Valley. Keep the training miles going and this ride will be a natural. Lots of sunlight, you have up to 20 hours to complete the event. To get official RUSA credit for the brevet, you must join RUSA - see the TCBC Randonneur/Brevet web link for details and the RUSA application form. Miles count toward TCBC totals. Please preregister at brevets-at-biketcbc.org Rob Welsh 612-801-4196. 28 SAT 7:00 AM A about 60mi Dunn Early - Lakeville A/B riders Welcome. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee East Lake St. and West River Road Minneapolis. Head out over Mendota Bridge down through Rosemont, Farmington and over to Lakeville and back to Mpls. Rolling hills but nothing too major. "A" riders that ride as a group may depart from scheduled mapped route for extra mileage and/or hills Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058 rhuskamp-at-juno-dot-com. 28 SAT 7:30 AM B 35-45 mi. Har-Martian. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Ave., N (across from Har Mar Mall, next to McDonalds). This ride features a variety of rides, each guaranteed to include at least one lake, one trail, and one rest stop with decent snacks. Get up and ride early, then get on with the rest of your day. Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175, hansonca96-at-comcast-dot-net. 28 SAT 8:00 AM C 22/30 mi. BIKE TO BREAKFAST: NORTH BY NORTH OAKS. Depart from Centennial Church. 1524 West County Road C2, Roseville, corner of C2 and Snelling. The destination is Taste of Scandinavia in North Oaks. Along the way view the watershed and lakes that provide St. Paul's water. There are a few hills and a 3/4 mile stretch of crushed limestone trail. An optional loop from the starting point goes around Lakes Langton, Johanna and Josephine. DON HOPKINS 651-628-9713, Cell: 651-216-8690, dchopkin-at-aol-dot-com. 28 SAT 9:00 AM A/B 55/75mi Scenic St Croix Saturday. Depart from Lowell Inn Stillwater, MN 102 2nd St, N (2nd & Myrtle). Scenic ride between Stillwater and Taylor's Falls on both sides of the St Croix. Short option cut-off to Osceola. Ride leaves from Lowell Inn. Find parking/facilities in Stillwater area. Check web site or contact ride leader for cancellation information. Steve Scholl srs428-at-msn-dot-com 651-341-0597 c. 28 SAT 9:00 AM B 25 mi. Sonny Side Up. Depart from Sonny's Crema Cafe at 3401 Lyndale Ave. So. An urban ride mostly on roads but some trails with a great rest stop at Mellow Glaze Bakery and an after ride brunch on the piazza at Sonny's. Great food (everything is organic). Kay Mitchell 612-801-6151 and Evie Walters 763-221-3809. 28 SAT 9:30 AM A/B 70 to 80 miles; shorter option available. WI HILLS MENOMONIE. Depart from Riverside Park in Menomonie, WI. Take I-94 to Menomonie, then 25 south to 29, then right on 29 across the river to the park. Challenging hills and little-traveled rural roads. Watch for details on TCBC MSN "Rides and Trips" message board during the week before ride. If weather threatens, check "Ride Cancel Delay" message board at 7:00 AM or contact ride leader before 7:45 AM on morning of ride. A canceled Saturday ride will be rescheduled (via the message board) for the next day whenever feasible. Various leaders. Ride coordinator is Tony Wanschura, ajwanschura-at-gmail-dot-com, 651-224-8360. Various leaders. Ride coordinator is Tony Wanschura, ajwanschura-at-gmail-dot-com, 651-224-8360. 28 SAT 9:30 AM B 35-39 mi. Afton/Elmo. Depart from Ojibway Park in Woodbury. From 494, go southeast at Lake Road interchange, turn east on Courtley Road, and right on Ojibway Drive. Scenic with some big hills. Doug Nelson, 651-639-9917. 28 SAT 10:00 AM C 20-30 mi. EAU CLAIRE RAMBLE. Depart from North High School parking lot. From Twin Cities take Hwy I-94 to Eau Claire (exit 59) then East on Hwy 312, (6 miles) to Mercury Street(2nd exit after crossing river) Go one block to North High School lot. We will ride back streets and paved trails along Chippewa River. After ride optional evening venues available. See schedule for ride starting in Downsville on Sunday. John Hoffmann, 715-834-7897; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cells at start of ride, 715-379-1074 & 952-334-5382. 29 SUN 5:30 AM A 151 mi. Sunday Sunrise Solitude. Depart from Perkins Restaurant, New Brighton [zipcode 55112], 2 blks west of I-35W on Cty Rd D. Park at far end of lot. This early-bird 151 mile route is the only one rated at an A ride level of the four routes offered through Sunday Sunrise Solitude (the other three routes are shorter and are rated at an A/B ride level). Get the solitude of the morning, starting with the sunrise, unless you bring a fellow cyclist. Detailed maps and queue sheets provided. 6/1 and 6/8: Charlie Caswell 763-242-4562; 6/15: Steve Scholl 651-341-0597; 6/22: Richard Miller 651-777-6147; 6/29: Joe Hays 612-987-6868. 29 SUN 5:30 AM A/B 62, 79, 101 mi. Sunday Sunrise Solitude. Depart from Perkins Restaurant, New Brighton [zipcode 55112], 2 blks west of I-35W on Cty Rd D. Park at far end of lot. Get the solitude of the morning, starting with the sunrise, unless you bring a fellow cyclist. Detailed map and queue sheet provided of the city and countryside routes. Note: same depart time for every June ride; however, the Ride Leaders vary. 6/1 and 6/8: Charlie Caswell 763-242-4562; 6/15: Steve Scholl 651-341-0597; 6/22: Richard Miller 651-777-6147; 6/29: Joe Hays 612-987-6868 29 SUN 6:15 AM A 100-110mi Dunn 100-June Version. Depart from Dunn Bros E lake St and W river Rd/Minneapolis. Leaders Choice...NO MAP!!!!Not much time left in the month to get in a century if you havent allready. Probably headed E to Wisco. Group Ride at an A pace! Please be prepared for brisk group pace and a good mental state. caleb donaldson calebandmichelle-at-msn-dot-com 6129902646. 29 SUN 7:30 AM A/B 80 OR 100 mi. HELLO HINCKLEY - NORTHBOUND. Depart from To Be Determined: North Metro. TCBC overnight trip with pre-registration required. Sunday is Northbound from a location to be determined in the northern metro with 80 miles to Hinckley and an option for a Century on Sunday. The group will overnight at a popular Hinckley destination! Please call Dave Swaab for information, group hotel rates, and ride details. Monday's departure will be at approx. 9:00AM for the 80 mile return. SAG will be provided for overnight bags only. Must be self-sufficient cyclists who have group riding experience. There will be a slight charge for bag sag. Dave Swaab 612-709-1174 or Kristine Poelzer 651-633-1127. 29 SUN 8:00 AM B 50-60 mi. Nordeaster Heads West. Depart from Cub Foods at Silver Lake Village Center, just north of County Road D / 37th Ave NE on Silver Lake Road. We will do the "Heights Out West" route from the Atlas. Check it out! It's a longer route and the busier roads on the north end heading west will be quiet early in the am so we will beat the heat and beat the traffic. Coming home we will be on scenic parkways and shaded lanes. We'll have a great rest stop for brunch. Come on out, you bees. Mary MIller, 763-789-7560. 29 SUN 9:00 AM C 20/35 mi. GATEWAY SOCIAL C RIDE. Depart from BK / Burger Konig parking lot at 120 / Century und Hwy. 36 in North St. Paul. Please park to the rear of the parking lot. (just keep an eye out for my black forest green panzerwagon - VW van :-). It's an all-paved very scenic straight trail. Rest stop at the end of the trail. Optional lunch after the ride at the "BK" or Panera's Brot und Kaffee Shop on White Bear Ave. (The State did put a new trail in from Mcknight up to Margaret und beyond, it should be interesting to explore it - if its open). Until we meet, I'll remain your most humble and Obedient servant. Augie aka "The Gus Meister" Muller Haus fon# 651-770-5065. 29 SUN 9:00 AM A/B 66 mi. Sunday Morning Spin. Depart from SW corner of Como Park Pavilion parking lot, just off Lexington Avenue. Summer is here, so start the morning off with a nice ride that is not too early, but allows you to get in some miles before the heat of the day arrives. We will ride by some familiar lakes and there will be a couple of hills to for a challenge, but the ride is basically flat. Perfect for recovery or just a nice day out for a ride. Self-sufficent B riders most welcome. Richard Franco, phoenixfyre1313-at-comcast-dot-net, 651.246.3863. 29 SUN 10:00 AM C 20-25 mi. Sunday Morning to Hopkins. Depart from Painters Community Park, 34th and Lyndale South in Minneapolis (across from Sonny's Ice Cream). The route for this ride uses the streets and trails to Wendy's where the ride leader will treat all riders to a Frosty of your choice to in celebration of Cindy and my 34th Wedding Anniversary. We will then return to the hustle and bustle of Minneapolis to meander through the downtown area making our way back to Painters Community Park. Come out and enjoy the summer breeze and scenery along two of the Twin Cities finer bike trails. Kevin DePratter, rocky07-at-att-dot-net,Cell: 715-554-0072; Cindy DePratter, rocky07-at-att-dot-net, Cell: 715-554-0042. 29 SUN 10:00 AM B/C 25-30mi Ramsey Warmup. Depart from Ramsey Co. Beach., north side of White Bear Lake. North on highway 61 into White Bear Lake. Right turn on 96. Parking on the right. Warmup for those intending middle distances at the Water Mellon in July. Leader will ride a leisurely C pace. Joe Larson joebike-at-showpage.org 651-235-2578. 29 SUN 10:00 AM C 30 mi. RAMBERG RAMBLE. Depart from Creamery parking lot in Downsville, WI. Take Hwy I-94 to Menomonie (exit 41) South onto Hwy 25 to Downsville. Take left on Cty Rd C to restaurant lot (1/3 mi). We'll bike on paved County and back roads. There is one big hill that everyone has to walk. After the hill everything is easy. Scenery is spectacular. The people that did this ride last year enjoyed it a lot. After ride brunch is at the Creamery. Opt-out option is the Red Cedar limestone trail at own pace (Trail fee $4 daily / $15 annual). John Hoffmann, 715-834-7897; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381: Cells at start of ride; 715-379-1074 & 952-334-5382. 29 SUN 11:00 AM A/B 68 East to El Paso. Depart from Hoffman Park in River Falls WI, on Cty M at intersection with Hwy 35. Challenging hills and lightly traveled roads to Spring Valley with the return leg thru El Paso and Lawton. Shorter options available. Self sufficient B riders welcome. Check Message boards or contact me by 9:00 AM if weather threatens. Bruce Berry 651-690-2510 bruce2276-at-aol-dot-com. 29 SUN 11:45 AM B/C 23 mi. Sundays on the Bike. Depart from St. Luke's Church parking lot, 46th St. W and Bryant Ave. S., behind Java Jack's. A social ride in S. Minneapolis, along the lakes, the river, and the Midtown Greenway. Newcomers welcome! Avis Thomas (612) 961-2421. 30 MON 9:00 AM A/B 80 mi. HELLO HINCKLEY - SOUTHBOUND. Depart from The overnight location in Hinckley. TCBC overnight trip with pre-registration required. Returning from Hinckley to Twin Cities. Dave Swaab, 612-709-1174 or Kristine Poelzer, 651-633-1127. 30 MON 9:30 AM C 25-30 mi. ST PAUL SORTIE. Depart from Minnehaha Falls Parking Lot, (North of Pavilion). We'll bike Summit Ave, Gateway, Bruce Vento, Lillydale, Big River, Minnehaha (paved trails and bike routes) Loop with en route lunch/rest stop. John Avoles, 951-437-3974; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell Phone At Ride, 952-334-5382. 30 MON 10:30 AM A/B 30 mi. Pink Express. Depart from County Cycles, Lexington Ave. Roseville. Join your friends, usual day ride suspects and the skipping work on Monday crowd for a nice ride to start the week. Ron and the good folks at County Cycles have promised a bbq at end of one ride or other during June. Perhaps you'll have to do all five to figure out which one. Perhaps not. Shop is open before ride so you can get any bike stuff you might need, the friendly staff eager to serve. Does it get any better than this? Yes, but rarely on Monday mornings. Michael McNutt bikermichael-at-comcast-dot-net 651-208-3185. 30 MON 6:00 PM A/B 25-35 mi. Miles from Maplewood. Depart from Maplewood Community Center Parking Lot, 2100 White Bear Avenue, about 3 blocks south of Highway 36. Ride into the countryside of Ramsey and Washington Counties. Richard Miller, 651-777-6147. 30 MON 6:00 PM A/B 30-46 mi. Urban Wildlife (Bloomington). Depart from Airport Hilton, from I-494, exit south on 34th Av, left onto American Blvd, then left at top of hill to SW corner of parking lot. Ride various pleasant routes on low-traffic roads and bike trails starting from near the Wildlife Refuge up to Harriet Island or south into Rosemount or other south-eastern metro locations. Tom Lenzmeier, tlenzmeier-at-gmail-dot-com, 651-734-5340. 30 MON 6:00 PM B 27-35 mi. MINNETONKA MEANDER. Depart from Minnetonka Civic Center, Ice Arena A lot (Minnetonka Blvd and Williston Rd). A pleasant evening ride around Lake Minnetonka. Jon Koser 952-210-1124, Linda Tacke 952-932-9662, Dick Hartmann 952-545-6151. 30 MON 6:00 PM B 20/25 mi. Lake Nokomis Out& Back. Depart from Lake Nokomis Beach Coffee Shop at 50th & 28th st in South Mpls. A nice easy ride thought the streets of Minneapolis and St. Paul Rolling hills. This Maybe Map or Mapless? Mike Daniels, 651-690-0190, Cell 651-261-6516. 30 MON 6:00 PM B 25-35 mi. PENN-cil Me In - After Work!. Depart from PENN Cycle in Blaine – 10611 Baltimore St NE, directly behind Gander Mountain and Super Target located on Hwy 65 & 105th Ave NE. Recover from the weekend or gently jump start a fresh week! This ride offers changing routes that will take you through several northern suburbs and refresh you after a day at the office. Soothe your Monday madness and start your week off on the right pedal! Rick Shoebottom - cell: 952.292.5307 or hm: 651.493.7248, Ben Wilson - 763.432.9430. 30 MON 6:00 PM B/C 25-30 mi. "GREAT BUNS". Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co. 534 Selby Ave. St. Paul. a nice entry level ride for those that would like to climb some hills,at a nice take it easy pace. The ride will have a different route week to week,but will be a MAPLESS ride. NO RIDER will be DROPPED. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-519-3364 or 651-343-7447 Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-1360. 30 MON 6:00 PM B/C 25-30 mi. My Oh My Minneapolis. Depart from NEW STARTING LOCATION at Brackett Park (2728 39th Ave S in Minneapolis - meet by big red rec bldg). Same routes, new starting point. A stay-together ride sampling the best scenery in Minneapolis. Join us for dinner afterwards at Birchwood Cafe or Clicquot Club Cafe. Rob Mann and Laurie Holm (612)363-6165. 30 MON 6:15 PM C 15-25 mi. Gateway to Summer's Eve. Depart from Burger King rear parking lot located at HWY120/Century Avenue and HWY36. Let's unwind after a hard day at work by taking a summers evening ride on the Gateway. Mileage will vary depending on available daylight. This will be an out and back ride without a map. Ride leader will state exact milage at the start of each ride. Let's enjoy a Monday night together. Kevin DePratter, cell 715-554-0072, rocky07-at-att-dot-net Cindy DePratter, cell 715-554-0042, rocky07-at-att-dot-net. 30 MON 6:30 PM A/B 27 mi. Paceline Pedaling. Depart from Mahtomedi High School Hwy 36 to Hilton Trail, travel north to Hwy 12/Stillwater Rd, turn right and go one block. A smooth rolling and coordinated paceline is a joy to ride in. This ride will have an educational component. We will work on paceline skills to become safer and more efficient group riders. Greg Thompson gregtrack-at-hotmail-dot-com 651-426-4443 cell: 651-431-1979. |