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1 SAT 8:00 AM A/AB 58 mi. DUNN EARLY - MINNETONKA. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee, East Lake Street and West River Road Minneapolis. ROAD BIKES SUGGESTED for "A" riders on this route. Route is a loop around Lake Mtka on back roads. Through Hopkins, Wayzata, Excelsior and back to Minneapolis on the Greenway Trail. "A" riders that ride as a group may depart from scheduled route for additional mileage. If extreme winter weather conditions exist, we will change the route and distance and it will be a "Leaders Choice" ride. Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058, rhuskamp-at-juno.com. (Web Ride)
1 SAT 11:00 AM AB 24 mi. SONNY SIDE UP. Depart from Sonny's Crema Cafe at 3401 Lyndale Ave S. Wintery conditions call for studded tires, layers and chemical warmers. Enjoy a hot beverage/meal at Sonny's after the ride Michael Derner, 612-360-3036, mderner-at-comcast.net. (Web Ride)
1 SAT 11:00 AM C 20/25 mi. MARCH FREEZER. Depart from Target/Cub parking Lot East of Hiawatha Ave on Lake Street. We'll bike Midtown Greenway, Hiawatha, Nicollet Ave and Cedar Lake paved trails/streets with stops for fuel and fluids along the way. Two anonymous members are helping with the ride. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell @ ride 952-334-5382; Co Leader, Open;. (Web Ride)
1 SAT 11:00 AM C 20-30 mi. SPRING AT SUNRISE. Depart at 11:00 AM from Sunrise Cyclery, 901 W Lake St (NOTE NEW LOCATION!), near Lake St & Bryant. It's time to ride in the warming temperatures and see if the spring flowers are now poking their heads out of the ground, let's get out and ride! A nice mapless stay-together environmentally-friendly group ride with a stop to replenish our body fuel. Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406.
2 SUN 11:00 AM A/B 15-40 mi. THINK SPRING. Depart from Roseville Professional Center (2233 Hamline Ave N - just south of Hwy 36 on the west side of Hamline Ave in Roseville across from the Roseville Library). Park at the west end of the lot. Water & restrooms available in Dunn Bros before & after the ride. Weather dictates distance, tire tread, & clothing layers. Tales & java/juice afterward at Dunn's or in lieu of the ride if there's bad weather. Jim Joy, 612-827-6995, jim.joy-at-earthlink.net (3/2, 3/30), Charles Breer, 651-699-2029, charles.breer-at-comcast.net (3/9), Richard Franco, 651.246.3863, phoenixfyre1313-at-comcast.net (3/16, 3/23).
3 MON 10:30 AM C 20 mi. OUT AND BACK FROM ERIK'S ROSEVILLE. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Ave N. From Hwy 36 Roseville, take Snelling Ave South to 2nd stop light, turn right, then left to Skillman St to parking lot.We'll bike city streets South to Minnehaha Falls and return. We will stop for lunch en route or at end of ride. Two anonymous members will assist with the ride. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell @ ride 952-334-5382; Co Leader, Open;. (Web Ride)
3 MON 11:00 AM AB 29 mi. PINK EXPRESS. Depart from Gold's Gym, 905 E County Rd E, Vadnais Heights. From northbound 35E, exit at County Rd E. Turn left. Gold's Gym is on your right at the end of the strip mall. Park in center of lot. Rest stop at Caribou Coffee. Check ride alert if weather is questionable after 9:45 AM. Mark Gregory, 651-490-1626, cyclegregory-at-hotmail.com. (Web Ride)
3 MON 6:00 PM N 25 mi. SLP'ING OUT AFTER DARK MON. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd (between 100 & 169) and Texas Ave in St Louis Park. Ride mostly on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the west metro area. Mike Beadles, mrbikey-at-mrbikey.com, 612-839-5406 & other leaders.
4 TUE 11:00 AM A/B 15-25 mi. WINTER WARMUP. Depart from Lynnhurst Park in Minneapolis, W. 50th and Minnehaha Parkway, just south of Lake Harriet. Don't let winter keep you from riding! Route & mileage varies depending on the weather. Most routes include a lunch stop at the Birchwood Café. Jim Joy 612-827-6995 jim.joy-at-earthlink.net (3/4 & 3/25), Katie Angle 763-208-3595 (3/11 & 3/18).
5 WED 10:15 AM C 10-25 mi. HOPKINS EAST. Depart from Hopkins Depot Coffee House lot @ Excelsior Blvd,one block east of Hwy 169. We'll bike East on LRT and Hutchinson Spur paved trails with lunch stop en route Herb Schultz,952-941-4381, Cell @ ride 952-334-5382; Co Leader, Open;. (Web Ride)
5 WED 6:00 PM N 25 mi. SLP'ING OUT AFTER DARK WED. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd (between 100 & 169) and Texas Ave in St Louis Park. Ride mostly on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the west metro area. Mike Beadles, mrbikey-at-mrbikey.com, 612-839-5406 & other leaders.
5 WED 6:00 PM 1 - 26 mi. ROLLERDOME RAMPAGE. Depart from HHH Metrodome. (Non-TCBC: Indoor In-line Skating Social Event). Both Upper and Lower Concourses open on 3/12 only. Upper Concourse open on 3/5, 3/19, 3/26. Admission $6.50, equipment rental $5. Beginners welcome, free in-line skating instruction provided by RollerDome. Free coat and bag check, and free use of protective gear (although you might want to bring your own biking helmet instead of using theirs). Free parking at Gate D off 5th St & 11th Ave. Jim Dohogne and/or other TCBC members.
7 FRI 10:30 AM C 15/25 mi. MARCH MADNESS. Depart from Minnehaha Falls train station west of falls on Minnehaha Avenue. We'll do lunch en route. Maybe ice and/or snow on bike trails and roads. John Avoles, 651-437-3974, Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, cell at ride 952-334-5382.
7 FRI 11:00 AM A/B 25/40 mi. FRIDAYS ON THE BIKE. Depart from north parking lot of Lake Phalen, corner of East Lake and East Lake, Maplewood/St. Paul. We'll do city and hill routes depending on weather. All riders most welcome. Michael McNutt 651-208-3185 bikermichael-at-comcast.net.
7 FRI 6:00 PM N 20-25 mi. STARLIGHT AT SUNRISE. Depart from Sunrise Cyclery, 901 W. Lake St., Mpls. (SW. corner Lake & Bryant). Friendly, varied, mapless ride mostly on trails and bike lanes. Length will depend upon weather, and we'll have a soup stop along the way. Jeff Ramberg, 612-462-4747; Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175; and others. (Web Ride)
8 SAT 6:15 AM A 25-30 mi. EARLY BIRD COLD RUSH. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee, East Lake Street and West River Road Minneapolis. Road tires recommended!!! If you have plans like I do then join me on this quick Mapless route out to Hopkins and over to Cedar Lake Road via Shady Oak Road. We will follow Cedar Lake Road to Lake of the Isles Pkwy and time will tell us if we have time to go into downtown. Ride will finish before 9am. NO rest stop planned on this route. Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058, rhuskamp-at-juno.com. (Web Ride)
8 SAT 11:00 AM C 20-30 mi. SPRING AT SUNRISE. Depart at 11:00 AM from Sunrise Cyclery, 901 W Lake St (NOTE NEW LOCATION!), near Lake St & Bryant. It's time to ride in the warming temperatures and see if the spring flowers are now poking their heads out of the ground, let's get out and ride! A nice mapless stay-together environmentally-friendly group ride with a stop to replenish our body fuel. Jeff Ramberg, 612-462-4747.
8 SAT 11:00 AM AB 24 mi. SONNY SIDE UP. Depart from Sonny's Crema Cafe at 3401 Lyndale Ave S. Wintery conditions call for studded tires, layers and chemical warmers. Enjoy a hot beverage/meal at Sonny's after the ride Michael Derner, 612-360-3036, mderner-at-comcast.net. (Web Ride)
9 SUN DAYLIGHT SAVINGS TIME BEGINS
9 SUN 8:00 AM A/AB 37-50 mi. DST ST PAUL PARKWAYS . Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee, East Lake Street and West River Road Minneapolis. Remember Daylight Savings Time and start your day early by Riding the Parkways of St Paul, East River Pkwy, Johnson Pkwy, Lake Phalen, Wheelock Pkwy, and Transitway for 37 miles, If you want more we will ride North to the start of "Think Spring", stay and ride with that group or continue on to Co Rd E-2 to Reservoir Blvd to Downtown Mpls for 50 mile route. A map is available only for the 37 mile route. Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058, rhuskamp-at-juno.com. (Web Ride)
9 SUN 11:00 AM A/B 15-40 mi. THINK SPRING. Depart from Roseville Professional Center (2233 Hamline Ave N - just south of Hwy 36 on the west side of Hamline Ave in Roseville across from the Roseville Library). Park at the west end of the lot. Water & restrooms available in Dunn Bros before & after the ride. Weather dictates distance, tire tread, & clothing layers. Tales & java/juice afterward at Dunn's or in lieu of the ride if there's bad weather. Jim Joy, 612-827-6995, jim.joy-at-earthlink.net (3/2, 3/30), Charles Breer, 651-699-2029, charles.breer-at-comcast.net (3/9), Richard Franco, 651.246.3863, phoenixfyre1313-at-comcast.net (3/16, 3/23).
9 SUN BIKE U - BEGINNING BIKE CARE AND FEEDING. 6:30 PM at Sunrise Cyclery in Minneapolis (NOTE NEW LOCATION at 901 W Lake Street - 35W to Lake St exit and west to shop). Learn beginning bike maintenance from Jamie McDonald, bicycle mechanic extraordinaire. Jamie will cover basic bike maintenance and troubleshooting - if you hesitate when your handlebars or seats need adjusting or aren’t sure how to clean and lube a bike, this class is for you. FFI: Laurie Holm, 612-724-8850 laurindaholm-at-hotmail.com.
10 MON DEADLINE FOR APRIL TCBC NEWS. E-mail schedule info to: schedule@biketcbc.org. Articles to Doug Nelson, newsletter@biketcbc.org.
10 MON 11:00 AM AB 29 mi. PINK EXPRESS. Depart from Gold's Gym, 905 E County Rd E, Vadnais Heights. Come for a nice ride on familiar roads and enjoy the day as we watch winter turn to spring. From northbound 35E, exit at County Rd E. Turn left. Gold's Gym is on your right at the end of the strip mall. Park in center of lot. Rest stop at Caribou Coffee. Check ride alert if weather is questionable after 9:45 AM. Bring bike that is appropriate for existing weather conditions and dress accordingly. Richard Franco, 651.246.3863, phoenixfyre1313-at-comcast.net. (Web Ride)
10 MON 6:00 PM N 25 mi. SLP'ING OUT AFTER DARK MON. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd (between 100 & 169) and Texas Ave in St Louis Park. Ride mostly on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the west metro area. Mike Beadles, mrbikey-at-mrbikey.com, 612-839-5406 & other leaders.
11 TUE 11:00 AM A/B 15-25 mi. WINTER WARMUP. Depart from Lynnhurst Park in Minneapolis, W. 50th and Minnehaha Parkway, just south of Lake Harriet. Don't let winter keep you from riding! Route & mileage varies depending on the weather. Most routes include a lunch stop at the Birchwood Café. Jim Joy 612-827-6995 jim.joy-at-earthlink.net (3/4 & 3/25), Katie Angle 763-208-3595 (3/11 & 3/18).
11 TUE 4:30 PM B 24 mi. PRE-BOARD FLIGHT. Depart from the park on the west end of Summit Ave, where it intersects with Mississippi River Blvd. Your chance to ride on a ride with at least one TCBC Board member on it. This ride is located near the actual Board meeting and scheduled immediately before it. Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-mrbikey.com.
11 TUE TCBC BOARD BUSINESS MEETING. Contact Mary Derks for info at 651-482-9605.
12 WED 10:30 AM C 20 mi. HOP TO HOPKINS. Depart from SW corner of Mt Olivet Church parking lot, 5025 Knox Ave S, Mpls. We'll bike Lakes and LRT paved trails to Hopkins for rest stop and have our en route lunch stop at Noodles in Calhoun Commons Mall. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell @ ride 952-334-5382; Co Leader, Open;. (Web Ride)
12 WED 5:30 PM AB 20-25 mi. THE WHOLE ENCHILADA!. Depart from the Roseville Professional Center, SW corner of Hwy 36 and Hamline Ave in Roseville. Park at west end of lot. Ride past area lakes and parks of Roseville and the surrounding area. Join your compadres afterwards at La Casita for fun and refueling. Andele! Andele! Epa! Epa! Yeehah!!! Mary Derks, 651-335-6505, maryderks-at-yahoo.com. (Web Ride)
12 WED 6:00 PM N 25 mi. SLP'ING OUT AFTER DARK WED. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd (between 100 & 169) and Texas Ave in St Louis Park. Ride mostly on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the west metro area. Mike Beadles, mrbikey-at-mrbikey.com, 612-839-5406 & other leaders.
12 WED 6:00 PM 1 - 26 mi. ROLLERDOME RAMPAGE. Depart from HHH Metrodome. (Non-TCBC: Indoor In-line Skating Social Event). Both Upper and Lower Concourses open on 3/12 only. Upper Concourse open on 3/5, 3/19, 3/26. Admission $6.50, equipment rental $5. Beginners welcome, free in-line skating instruction provided by RollerDome. Free coat and bag check, and free use of protective gear (although you might want to bring your own biking helmet instead of using theirs). Free parking at Gate D off 5th St & 11th Ave. Jim Dohogne and/or other TCBC members.
13 THU 11:00 AM AB 15-40 mi. WINTER WARMER. Depart from SW corner of Como Park Pavilion parking lot, just off Lexington Avenue.. Winter is almost over, so come out on these nicer days to get your biking legs going again. We will ride around familiar lakes with a few hills tossed in for some extra fun. Weather will dictate route and distance. Bring bike that is appropriate for existing weather conditions and dress appropriately for the existing weather conditions Richard Franco, 651.246.3863, phoenixfyre1313-at-comcast.net. (Web Ride)
14 FRI 10:30 AM C 15/25 mi. MARCH MADNESS. Depart from Minnehaha Falls train station west of falls on Minnehaha Avenue. We'll do lunch en route. Maybe ice and/or snow on bike trails and roads. John Avoles, 651-437-3974, Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, cell at ride 952-334-5382.
14 FRI 11:00 AM A/B 25/40 mi. FRIDAYS ON THE BIKE. Depart from north parking lot of Lake Phalen, corner of East Lake and East Lake, Maplewood/St. Paul. We'll do city and hill routes depending on weather. All riders most welcome. Michael McNutt 651-208-3185 bikermichael-at-comcast.net.
14 FRI 6:00 PM N 20-25 mi. STARLIGHT AT SUNRISE. Depart from Sunrise Cyclery, 901 W. Lake St., Mpls. (SW. corner Lake & Bryant). Friendly, varied, mapless ride mostly on trails and bike lanes. Length will depend upon weather, and we'll have a soup stop along the way. Jeff Ramberg, 612-462-4747; and others. (Web Ride)
15 SAT 7:30 AM A/AB About 58-60 mi. DUNN EARLY - MINNETONKA. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee, East Lake Street and West River Road Minneapolis. Route goes out the Midtown Greenway and heads over to Wayzata, out around Lake Minnetonka, Excelsior, back to Hopkins. Back roads and rolling hills make it a great training ride. "A" riders that ride as a group may depart from scheduled route for extra hills or mileage. Extreme winter weather conditions will only shorten and may change the route, but will not cancel. Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058, rhuskamp@juno.com. (Web Ride)
15 SAT 9:00 AM B 35-45 mi. HAR-MARTIAN. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Avenue N., Roseville (across from Har Mar Mall, next to McDonald's). This ride features a variety of routes, each guaranteed to include at least one lake, one trail, and one rest stop with decent snacks. Get up and ride, then get on with the rest of your day. Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175, hansonca96-at-comcast.net.
15 SAT 9:00 AM BIKE U - CYCLING TRAINING at Velocity Sports in Burnsville (14350 Rosemount Drive, just south of Cty Rd 42 on Judicial). Increase power! Eat right! Ever wonder how to actually do that? Tim Pelot will help with an introductory presentation on power meters and sports nutrition. Tim is a certified Carmichael Training Systems coach and has coached at the Olympic Training Centers in Lake Placid and Colorado Springs. His personal cycling background is in road, mountain, and triathlon racing. Laurie Holm, 612-363-6165, laurindaholm-at-hotmail.com.
15 SAT 11:00 AM C 20-30 mi. SPRING AT SUNRISE. Depart at 11:00 AM from Sunrise Cyclery, 901 W Lake St (NOTE NEW LOCATION!), near Lake St & Bryant. It's time to ride in the warming temperatures and see if the spring flowers are now poking their heads out of the ground, let's get out and ride! A nice mapless stay-together environmentally-friendly group ride with a stop to replenish our body fuel. Jeff Ramberg, 612-462-4747.
15 SAT 2:00 PM A/B 15-40 mi. WINTER WARMER. Depart from SW corner of Como Park Pavilion parking lot, just off Lexington Avenue. Winter is here, but don't let the cold weather put a damper on your riding. Come on out on these cold winter days and enjoy some riding around familiar lakes with a few hills tossed in for some extra fun. Weather will dictate route and distance. Cross or mountain bikes are encouraged. Dress appropriately for the existing weather onditions. Richard Franco, 651.246.3863, phoenixfyre1313-at-comcast.net.
15 SAT 6:00 PM (non-ride) THAT'S (BUCA) ITALIAN. Bring your appetite! Join us for Italian cuisine at its best! Buca di Beppo, 12650 Elm Creek Blvd., Maple Grove, MN. Please call the restaurant at 763-494-3466 if you need directions. There are 25 seats reserved. Please RSVP no later than Mar 10th, to: Dave Swaab. Please arrive by 5:45 PM so we can be seated as a group. Dave Swaab, 763-274-1481 or swaabd-at-hotmail.com.
16 SUN 7:30 AM A/AB 30-50 mi. PARKWAYS OF ST. PAUL. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee, East Lake Street and West River Road Minneapolis. Ride the parkways of St.Paul from East River Parkway, Johnson Parkway, around Lake Phalen, Wheelock Pkwy, and Transitway. "A" riders that ride as a group may depart from mapped route for extra mileage. A map is available only for the 30-37 mile loop. Plan a head and meet up with "THINK SPRING" after our rest stop at Dunn Brothers on Hamline. Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058, rhuskamp-at-juno.com. (Web Ride)
16 SUN 11:00 AM A/B 15-40 mi. THINK SPRING. Depart from Roseville Professional Center (2233 Hamline Ave N - just south of Hwy 36 on the west side of Hamline Ave in Roseville across from the Roseville Library). Park at the west end of the lot. Water & restrooms available in Dunn Bros before & after the ride. Weather dictates distance, tire tread, & clothing layers. Tales & java/juice afterward at Dunn's or in lieu of the ride if there's bad weather. Jim Joy, 612-827-6995, jim.joy-at-earthlink.net (3/2, 3/30), Charles Breer, 651-699-2029, charles.breer-at-comcast.net (3/9), Richard Franco, 651.246.3863, phoenixfyre1313-at-comcast.net (3/16, 3/23).
16 SUN 1:30 PM B 25 mi. A TRAIL OF TWO CITIES. Depart from the north parking lot of the Brooklyn Center Community Center, one block south of I-694 on Shingle Creek Parkway. A friendly mapless ride over the paved trails and roads of Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park. A great way to get those legs moving again after winter. Bring your mountain or cross bike, as the trails may not be too "road bike" friendly this time of year. Dave Swaab 612-709-1174 or swaabd-at-hotmail.com.
17 MON 10:15 AM C 15/20 mi. HOPKINS EAST. Depart from Hopkins Depot Coffee House lot @ Excelsior Blvd, one block east of Hwy 169. We'll bike on LRT and Hutchinson Spur paved trails with lunch stop en route. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell @ ride 952-334-5382; Co Leader, Open;. (Web Ride)
17 MON 11:00 AM AB 29 mi. GREEN EXPRESS. Depart from Gold's Gym. Depart from Gold's Gym, 905 E County Rd E, Vadnais Heights. From northbound 35E exit at County Rd E. Turn left. Gold's Gym is on your right at the end of the strip mall. Park in center of lot. A scenic ride passing Vadnais and Bald Eagle lakes. Rest stop at Caribou Coffee. Weather looks questionable. Be sure to check Ride Alert after 9:45 AM Mark Gregory, 651-490-1626, cyclegregory-at-hotmail.com. (Web Ride)
17 MON 6:00 PM N 25 mi. SLP'ING OUT AFTER DARK MON. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd (between 100 & 169) and Texas Ave in St Louis Park. Ride mostly on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the west metro area. Mike Beadles, mrbikey-at-mrbikey.com, 612-839-5406 & other leaders.
18 TUE 10:15 AM C 10-20 mi. MINNEHAHA FALLS -OUT AND BACK. Depart from Minnehaha Falls Parking Lot ( North of Pavilion ). We'll ride paved trails and city streets with en route fuel stop. Herb Schultz,952-941-4381, Cell @ ride 952-334-5382; Co Leader, Open;. (Web Ride)
18 TUE 11:00 AM A/B 15-25 mi. WINTER WARMUP. Depart from Lynnhurst Park in Minneapolis, W. 50th and Minnehaha Parkway, just south of Lake Harriet. Don't let winter keep you from riding! Route & mileage varies depending on the weather. Most routes include a lunch stop at the Birchwood Café. Jim Joy 612-827-6995 jim.joy-at-earthlink.net (3/4 & 3/25), Katie Angle 763-208-3595 (3/11 & 3/18).
19 WED 10:30 AM C 15/25 mi. TARGET/CUB OUT & BACK. Depart from Target/Cub parking Lot East of Hiawatha Ave on Lake Street. We'll take a select route and have a rest/lunch stop en route. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell @ ride 952-334-5382; Co Leader, Open;. (Web Ride)
19 WED 11:00 AM AB 15-40 mi. WINTER WARMER. Depart from SW corner of Como Park Pavilion parking lot, just off Lexington Avenue. Winter is almost over, so come out on these nicer days to get your biking legs going again. We will ride around familiar lakes with a few hills tossed in for some extra fun. Weather will dictate route and distance. Bring bike that is appropriate for existing weather conditions and dress appropriately for the existing weather conditions. Richard Franco, 651.246.3863, phoenixfyre1313-at-comcast.net. (Web Ride)
19 WED 6:00 PM N 25 mi. SLP'ING OUT AFTER DARK WED. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd (between 100 & 169) and Texas Ave in St Louis Park. Ride mostly on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the west metro area. Mike Beadles, mrbikey-at-mrbikey.com, 612-839-5406 & other leaders.
19 WED 6:00 PM 1 - 26 mi. ROLLERDOME RAMPAGE. Depart from HHH Metrodome. (Non-TCBC: Indoor In-line Skating Social Event). Both Upper and Lower Concourses open on 3/12 only. Upper Concourse open on 3/5, 3/19, 3/26. Admission $6.50, equipment rental $5. Beginners welcome, free in-line skating instruction provided by RollerDome. Free coat and bag check, and free use of protective gear (although you might want to bring your own biking helmet instead of using theirs). Free parking at Gate D off 5th St & 11th Ave. Jim Dohogne and/or other TCBC members.
20 THU 11:00 AM AB 29 mi. PINK EXPRESS. Depart from Gold's Gym, 905 E County RD E, Vadnais Heights. From northbound Hwy 35E, exit County Rd E. Turn left. Gold's Gym is on your right at the end of the strip mall. PARK IN CENTER OF LOT. A scenic ride passing Vadnais and Bald Eagle Lakes. Rest stop at Caribou Coffee Check Ride Alert after 9:45 AM if weather is questionable. Mark Gregory, 651-490-1626. (Web Ride)
21 FRI 10:30 AM C 15/25 mi. MARCH MADNESS. Depart from Minnehaha Falls train station west of falls on Minnehaha Avenue. We'll do lunch en route. Maybe ice and/or snow on bike trails and roads. John Avoles, 651-437-3974, Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, cell at ride 952-334-5382.
21 FRI 11:00 AM A/B 25/40 mi. FRIDAYS ON THE BIKE. Depart from north parking lot of Lake Phalen, corner of East Lake and East Lake, Maplewood/St. Paul. We'll do city and hill routes depending on weather. All riders most welcome. Michael McNutt 651-208-3185 bikermichael-at-comcast.net.
21 FRI 6:00 PM N 20-25 mi. STARLIGHT AT SUNRISE. Depart from Sunrise Cyclery, 901 W. Lake St., Mpls. (SW. corner Lake & Bryant). Friendly, varied, mapless ride mostly on trails and bike lanes. Length will depend upon weather, and we'll have a soup stop along the way. Jeff Ramberg, 612-462-4747; and others. (Web Ride)
22 SAT 07:30 AM A 100 mi. DUNN W SNOW & COLD, BRING ON THE BUNNY!. Depart from Dunn Bros East Lake and Mississippi River. A Mapless Group ride at an A pace. Please join us for another century, probably the only in March. Please be prepared with proper bike and mental state. Bad weather will only shorten route, but not by much... Caleb Donaldson, calebandmichelle-at-msn.com, 612-990-2646 ---- Randall Huskamp RHuskam1-at-Fairview.org 612-724-9058.
22 SAT 9:00 AM B 35-45 mi. HAR-MARTIAN. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Avenue N., Roseville (across from Har Mar Mall, next to McDonald's). This ride features a variety of routes, each guaranteed to include at least one lake, one trail, and one rest stop with decent snacks. Get up and ride, then get on with the rest of your day. Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175, hansonca96-at-comcast.net.
22 SAT 11:00 AM C 20-30 mi. SPRING AT SUNRISE. Depart at 11:00 AM from Sunrise Cyclery, 901 W Lake St (NOTE NEW LOCATION!), near Lake St & Bryant. It's time to ride in the warming temperatures and see if the spring flowers are now poking their heads out of the ground, let's get out and ride! A nice mapless stay-together environmentally-friendly group ride with a stop to replenish our body fuel. Jeff Ramberg, 612-462-4747.
23 SUN 10:30 AM A/B 30/44 mi. ROLLING ON THE WESTSIDE. Depart from Holiday Gas Station in Eden Prairie, Dell Road and 62. Three and half miles west of 494 on 62, park at far end of lot, next to Dell Rd. Ice will cancel the ride. An excellent ride in the western suburbs. Eric Feld, 612-743-4097.
23 SUN 11:00 AM A/B 15-40 mi. THINK SPRING. Depart from Roseville Professional Center (2233 Hamline Ave N - just south of Hwy 36 on the west side of Hamline Ave in Roseville across from the Roseville Library). Park at the west end of the lot. Water & restrooms available in Dunn Bros before & after the ride. Weather dictates distance, tire tread, & clothing layers. Tales & java/juice afterward at Dunn's or in lieu of the ride if there's bad weather. Jim Joy, 612-827-6995, jim.joy-at-earthlink.net (3/2, 3/30), Charles Breer, 651-699-2029, charles.breer-at-comcast.net (3/9), Richard Franco, 651.246.3863, phoenixfyre1313-at-comcast.net (3/16, 3/23).
23 SUN BIKE U - ADVANCED BIKE CARE. Rescheduled to March 30.
24 MON 11:00 AM AB 29 mi. PINK EXPRESS. Depart from Gold's Gym. Depart from Gold's Gym, 905 E County Rd E, Vadnais Heights. From northbound Hwy 35E, exit County Rd E. Turn left. Gold's Gym is on your right at the end of the strip mall. PARK IN CENTER OF LOT. A scenic ride passing Vadnais and Bald Eagle Lakes. Rest stop at Caribou Coffee. Mark Gregory, 651-490-1626, cyclegregory-at-hotmail.com. (Web Ride)
24 MON 6:00 PM N 25 mi. SLP'ING OUT AFTER DARK MON. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd (between 100 & 169) and Texas Ave in St Louis Park. Ride mostly on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the west metro area. Mike Beadles, mrbikey-at-mrbikey.com, 612-839-5406 & other leaders.
25 TUE 11:00 AM A/B 15-25 mi. WINTER WARMUP. Depart from Lynnhurst Park in Minneapolis, W. 50th and Minnehaha Parkway, just south of Lake Harriet. Don't let winter keep you from riding! Route & mileage varies depending on the weather. Most routes include a lunch stop at the Birchwood Café. Jim Joy 612-827-6995 jim.joy-at-earthlink.net (3/4 & 3/25), Katie Angle 763-208-3595 (3/11 & 3/18).
26 WED 10:15 AM C 10-25 mi. HOP TO HOPKINS. Depart from SW corner of Mt Olivet Church parking lot, 5025 Knox Ave S, Mpls. We'll bike Lakes, LRT, Hutchinson Spur and Cedar Lake paved trails with en route lunch /rest stop. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell @ ride 952-334-5382; Co Leader, Open;. (Web Ride)
26 WED 11:00 AM AB 29 mi. PINK EXPRESS. Depart from Gold's Gym. Depart from Gold's Gym, 905 E County Rd E, Vadnais Heights. From northbound Hwy 35E, exit County Rd E. Turn left. Gold's Gym is on your right at the end of the strip mall. PARK IN CENTER OF LOT. A scenic ride passing Vadnais and Bald Eagle Lakes Mark Gregory, 651-490-1626, cyclegregory-at-hotmail.com. (Web Ride)
26 WED 6:00 PM N 25 mi. SLP'ING OUT AFTER DARK WED. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd (between 100 & 169) and Texas Ave in St Louis Park. Ride mostly on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the west metro area. Mike Beadles, mrbikey-at-mrbikey.com, 612-839-5406 & other leaders.
26 WED 6:00 PM 1 - 26 mi. ROLLERDOME RAMPAGE. Depart from HHH Metrodome. (Non-TCBC: Indoor In-line Skating Social Event). Both Upper and Lower Concourses open on 3/12 only. Upper Concourse open on 3/5, 3/19, 3/26. Admission $6.50, equipment rental $5. Beginners welcome, free in-line skating instruction provided by RollerDome. Free coat and bag check, and free use of protective gear (although you might want to bring your own biking helmet instead of using theirs). Free parking at Gate D off 5th St & 11th Ave. Jim Dohogne and/or other TCBC members.
28 FRI 10:30 AM C 15/25 mi. MARCH MADNESS. Depart from Minnehaha Falls train station west of falls on Minnehaha Avenue. We'll do lunch en route. Maybe ice and/or snow on bike trails and roads. John Avoles, 651-437-3974, Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, cell at ride 952-334-5382.
28 FRI 11:00 AM A/B 25/40 mi. FRIDAYS ON THE BIKE. Depart from north parking lot of Lake Phalen, corner of East Lake and East Lake, Maplewood/St. Paul. We'll do city and hill routes depending on weather. All riders most welcome. Michael McNutt 651-208-3185 bikermichael-at-comcast.net.
28 FRI 6:00 PM N 20-25 mi. STARLIGHT AT SUNRISE. Depart from Sunrise Cyclery, 901 W. Lake St., Mpls. (SW. corner Lake & Bryant). Friendly, varied, mapless ride mostly on trails and bike lanes. Length will depend upon weather, and we'll have a soup stop along the way. Jeff Ramberg, 612-462-4747; and others. (Web Ride)
29 SAT 7:00 AM A 100 mi. LAST CHANCE MARCH CENTURY. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee, East Lake Street and West River Road Minneapolis. A Mapless Group ride at an A pace. Please join us for another century, the only one in March. Please be prepared with proper bike and mental state. Bad weather will only shorten route, but not by much... Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058, rhuskamp-at-juno.com. (Web Ride)
29 SAT 9:00 AM B 35-45 mi. HAR-MARTIAN. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Avenue N., Roseville (across from Har Mar Mall, next to McDonald's). This ride features a variety of routes, each guaranteed to include at least one lake, one trail, and one rest stop with decent snacks. Get up and ride, then get on with the rest of your day. Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175, hansonca96-at-comcast.net..
29 SAT 11:00 AM C 20-30 mi. SPRING AT SUNRISE. Depart at 11:00 AM from Sunrise Cyclery, 901 W Lake St (NOTE NEW LOCATION!), near Lake St & Bryant. It's time to ride in the warming temperatures and see if the spring flowers are now poking their heads out of the ground, let's get out and ride! A nice mapless stay-together environmentally-friendly group ride with a stop to replenish our body fuel. Pete Hall, 612-889-1361.
29 SAT 12:00 PM 5TH ANNUAL TCBC SWAP MEET. NOON - 3 PM. Hopkins VFW Post 425. 100 Shady Oak Rd, Hopkins. Buy, sell, or donate bicycling related items. (Further info and directions: http://www.BikeTCBC.org/swapmeet). Valerie Olson SwapMeet@biketcbc.org or 763-559-0314.
29 SAT 2:00 PM A/B 15-40 mi. SPRING WARMER. Depart from SW corner of Como Park Pavilion parking lot, just off Lexington Avenue. Now that spring is here, let’s get out and ride around some familiar lakes with a few hills tossed in for some extra fun. Time to get those riding legs back in shape. Weather will dictate route and distance. Dress appropriately and bring proper bike for the existing weather conditions. Richard Franco, 651.246.3863, phoenixfyre1313-at-comcast.net.
29 SAT 3:30 PM B 32 mi, A/B 35-45 mi. AFTER THE SWAP MEET RIDE. Depart from Hopkins VFW at 100 Shady Oak Rd in Hopkins, MN. Ride in the western suburbs and ex-urb's, with many potential lake views! There will be two rides to choose from, with one being an A/B pace (and longer mileage) led by George, and the other ride being a B pace led by Mike. This ride will be held immediately after the finish of the TCBC Swap Meet. After selling your extra stuff, and buying your exciting new treasures at the TCBC Swap Meet, join your TCBC friends on a ride that starts from the same location! Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, MrBikey-at-MrBikey.com & George Hagemann.
30 SUN 7:30 AM A/AB 30-35 mi. 6 X 6 X 30-35. Depart from Dunn Brothers Coffee East Lake Street W. River Road Mpls. Title says it all.. 6 x 6 x 30 A 6 mile run at 6am followed by a 30-35 mile bike at 7:30. If you only want to ride see us at 7:30.. if you want to go for a run only see you at 6am or join us for a bit of both. The bike ride will most likely go through St Paul Parkways. Or we may just ride the Greeway loop and through downtown Mpls. Route decided day of ride. A map may not be available for this ride. Randall Huskamp 612-724-9058 rhuskamp-at-juno.com. (Web Ride)
30 SUN 10:30 AM A/B 30/44 mi. ROLLING ON THE WESTSIDE. Depart from Holiday Gas Station in Eden Prairie, Dell Road and 62. Three and half miles west of 494 on 62, park at far end of lot, next to Dell Rd. Ice will cancel the ride. An excellent ride in the western suburbs. Eric Feld, 612-743-4097.
30 SUN 11:00 AM A/B 15-40 mi. THINK SPRING. Depart from Roseville Professional Center (2233 Hamline Ave N - just south of Hwy 36 on the west side of Hamline Ave in Roseville across from the Roseville Library). Park at the west end of the lot. Water & restrooms available in Dunn Bros before & after the ride. Weather dictates distance, tire tread, & clothing layers. Tales & java/juice afterward at Dunn's or in lieu of the ride if there's bad weather. Jim Joy, 612-827-6995, jim.joy-at-earthlink.net (3/2, 3/30), Charles Breer, 651-699-2029, charles.breer-at-comcast.net (3/9), Richard Franco, 651.246.3863, phoenixfyre1313-at-comcast.net (3/16, 3/23).
30 SUN 1:30 PM B 25 mi. A TRAIL OF TWO CITIES. Depart from the north parking lot of the Brooklyn Center Community Center, one block south of I-694 on Shingle Creek Parkway. A friendly mapless ride over the paved trails and roads of Brooklyn Center and Brooklyn Park. A great way to get those legs moving again after winter. Bring your mountain or cross bike, as the trails may not be too "road bike" friendly this time of year. Dave Swaab 612-709-1174 or swaabd-at-hotmail.com.
30 SUN BIKE U - ADVANCED BIKE CARE. 6:30 PM at Sunrise Cyclery in Minneapolis (NOTE NEW LOCATION at 901 W Lake Street - 35W to Lake St exit and west to shop). Learn advanced bike maintenance from Jamie McDonald, bicycle mechanic extraordinaire. Imagine you’re at the Ironman standing in a pleasant 40-degree drizzle with a bike that won’t shift. Wouldn’t it be nice NOT to wait for that sag wagon? For those who know the basics and are ready to learn more. FFI: Laurie Holm, 612-724-8850 laurindaholm-at-hotmail.com.
31 MON 11:00 AM AB 30 mi. PINK EXPRESS. Depart from Gold's Gym. 905 E County Rd E, Vadnais Heights. From northbound 35E, exit County Rd E. Turn left. Gold's Gym is on your right at the end of the strip mall. PARK IN CENTER OF LOT. A scenic ride passing Vadnais and Bald Eagle Lakes. Rest stop at Caribou Coffee. Check Ride Alert after 9:45 AM if weather is questionable. Mark Gregory, 651-490-1626, cyclegregory-at-hotmail.com. (Web Ride)
31 MON 6:00 PM N 25 mi. SLP'ING OUT AFTER DARK MON. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd (between 100 & 169) and Texas Ave in St Louis Park. Ride mostly on paved trails, painted bicycle lanes and/or low-traffic roads in the west metro area. Mike Beadles, mrbikey-at-mrbikey.com, 612-839-5406 & other leaders.
(NOTICE: Non-bicycling TCBC activities listed in this newsletter are not covered by LAB insurance.)
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