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SEPTEMBER 2007

1 SAT 6:45 AM AB 52/64/84 mi. COON RAPIDS RIVER RIDE REVISED. Depart from Eriks Bike Shop 2120 Northdale Blvd NW Coon Rapids, MN 55433 . Come enjoy the roads through Anoka and Isanti county Jeff Hofstede 763-516-2150 jeff_hofstede@yahoo.com. (Web Ride)

1 SAT 7:00 AM C 15-20 mi. "GO (4) IT" (PART ONE). Depart from Sunrise Cyclery, 3031 2nd Ave., Mpls. (Lake St. & 35W). A nice mapless (4) Part ride at a nice "C" pace. Part 1 will lead us to St. Paul to Great Harvest Bread for a stop for breakfast, MMMMM rolls, cinnamon bread. Part 2 will be ride "GREAT ROLLS" and lead us back to Mpls. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-553-0644 x3364 or 651-285-4224; Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-1361 and OTHERS.

1 SAT 7:30 AM B 35-45 mi. HAR-MARTIAN. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Ave. N., Roseville (across from Har Mar Mall, next to McDonald's). This ride features a variety of routes, each guaranteed to include at least one lake, one trail, and one rest stop with decent snacks. Make the most of your Saturday--get up and ride early! Self-sufficient B/C riders most welcome. NO RIDE SEPTEMBER 29. Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175, hansonca96-at-comcast.net.

1 SAT 7:30 AM C 21 mi. BIKE TO BREAKFAST. 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, but worth the extra effort. Don Hopkins, 651-628-9713, Cell: 651-216-8690, dchopkin-at-aol.com.

1 SAT 9:00 AM B 20-25 mi. SONNY SIDE UP. Depart from Sonny's Ice Cream (Crema Cafe) at 3401 Lyndale Ave. So. Stay for brunch on the piazza after the ride. Great food! Your leaders: Kay Mitchell 612-801-6151 and Evie Walters 763-221-3809.

1 SAT 9:00 AM A/B 45 or 90 mi. MORNING GLORY BAKERY. Depart from the parking lot in Mendota on the north side of Sibley Highway, west of Sibley House and east and downhill from St. Peter's Church by Mendota Bridge. Park in lot or on the street. No restrooms at start of ride. Ride to Morning Glory Bakery in Rosemount and return through SSP/WSP. Long option to Northfield. Steve Scholl, 651-341-0597, 651-699-1203, srs428-at-,msn.com.

1 SAT 9:00 AM C 25-30 mi. "GREAT ROLLS". Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co., 534 Selby Ave., St Paul (PARK in lot across from store or on the street). We will meet at Great Harvest for breakfast rolls at 7:30 AM. They make a roll with hash browns, cheddar cheese and scrambled eggs rolled up in a wheat dough, mmmm good!! Please call ahead so we can make sure there is enough for everyone. Oh yeah the ride will be a nice slow scenic ride around St. Paul. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-553-0644 x3364 cell 651-2854224; Pete "THE HAMMER Hall 612-889-1361 AND OTHERS.

1 SAT 9:30 AM A/B 76 mi. PEDAL PEPIN REVISED. Depart from the west end of the parking lot of Pottery Place on Old West Main St in Red Wing. New route with the same beautiful route on the Wisconsin side of the lake, but a revised route on the Minnesota side eliminating most of highway 61. Instead a nice climb into the bluffs over the lake and ride through the back roads of Lake City, Frontenac and Old Frontenac. Official rest stop at the bike-friendly Eagles Nest Cafe, but rest stop opportunities every 15 miles along the route. Richard Franco, phoenixfyre1313-at-comcast.net, 651.246.3863.

1 SAT 10:00 AM B 64 mi. BELLE CREEK VALLEY RIDE. Depart from west end of Cannon Valley Trail in Cannon Falls on Hwy 19 just west of 4th Street. Very rural ride, only one real town. 30 miles to first stop/lunch in Wanamingo. 22 miles to next stop. We go down PUDDING BOY HILL, and drop into the BELLE CREEK VALLEY and into the Cannon Valley at Welch. We finish out on the west half of the Cannon Valley trail. Beautiful river valley farm country. Bring a friend or two who ride your speed. Leader rides at easy pace for B riders. Bob Brown, 612-849-2999, MnFolbot-at-aol.com.

1 SAT 1:00 PM C 25/30 mi. LAKES AND RIVERS ROUNDABOUT. Depart from Minnehaha Falls parking lot (north of pavilion). Park free on streets or pay to park in lot. Social ride along lakes and rivers of Minneapolis with lunch/rest stops en route. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at Ride, 952-334-5382.

1 SAT 1:00 PM C 15-20 mi. "GO (4) IT" (PART 3). Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co., 534 Selby Ave., St. Paul. Ride #3 in a series of (4) mapless rides, at a nice "C" pace. We will leave St. Paul to Mpls. and wind around back to Sunrise Cyclery, to start and finish our 4-part ride series with the "FAMILY RIDE". Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-553-0644 x3364 or 651-285-4224; Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-1361 and OTHERS.

1 SAT 3:00 PM C 20-25 mi. "FAMILY RIDE". Depart from Sunrise Cyclery, 3031 2nd Ave. So. Mpls (Lake St. & 35W). A nice laid-back leisurely family bike ride on the trails and some roads. All ages welcome. A couple stops along the way at a playground and ice cream. Burleys and tag-a-longs welcome. All riders and passengers must wear a helmet. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 651-486-2731 cell 651-2854224, Molly SpokeGirl Lethert 651-552-9916, Judy "SPIKE" Kallestad 651-773-1101 and others.

2 SUN ALL-CLUB RIDE starting in Shoreview, with 3 routes. 29, 48, 63 mi. Meet at Snail Lake Park in Shoreview at 9:30. See story in this issue.

2 SUN 2:00 PM A/B 35-45 mi. HEIGHTS HERE AND THERE. Depart from NE corner of Cub Foods lot, Silver Lake Village Center, Silver Lake Rd just N of 37th Ave NE (CR D) in St Anthony Village. Route and mileage will vary in keeping with the theme of great scenery; and bring a MN road (quality 38th in the US) - apropos bike to ride. All welcome, but bring a biking buddy if you ride less than a B pace. Mary.C.Miller-at-att.net, 763-789-7560.

2 SUN 4:30 PM B 27/32 mi. SUNDAY NIGHTER FROM MOUNDS VIEW. Depart from Silver View Park in Mounds View. The park entrance is off of County Road I just east of Silver Lake Road. Kari laments the lack of rides starting in her 'hood, so here one is at last. The route will include some familiar and not so familiar roads, parkways and trails linked from Blaine down to St. Anthony and Minneapolis. We'll travel through 8 cities (count 'em as we ride through) on one swell ride. Jeff Ramberg, 612-929-2705.

2 SUN 5:00 PM C 20-25 mi. "FAMILY RIDE". Depart from Shoreview Community Center 4600 Victoria St. Shoreview. Park in lower lot of the Shoreview Community Center. A nice laid back family ride on the trails and some roads of Shoreview and Arden Hills. A couple stops along the way, a playground and DQ for ice cream. Burleys and Tag-A-Longs welcome. All riders and passengers must wear helmets. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-553-0644 x3364 or 651-285-4224 Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-12361 Molly "Spoke Girl" Lethert 651-552-9916.

3 MON 9:00 AM C 20-25 mi. LABORING ON THE GATEWAY TRAIL. Depart from The Burger King located at Hwy 120/Century and Hwy 36. We will be laboring (at a social pace of course) on the Gateway Trail going northeast to Pine Point Park where we will have a rest break (bring your own snacks, ride leader may have some cookies to share) before heading back to the rigors of the real world. You will still have time to watch some of the Jerry Lewis Telethon after the ride in the comforts of your home. Kevin DePratter, 715-386-2404, cell 715-554-0072, rocky07-at-att.net.

3 MON 9:30 AM A/B 70-80 mi. WI HILLS PLUM CITY. Depart from the municipal parking lot next to the gas station on Main St (County U) just off of Hwy 10 at the north end of downtown Plum City, WI. Challenging hills and little-traveled rural roads. Plum City is on US Hwy 10, about 35 miles east of Prescott, WI. Shorter option available. Details on TCBC MSN "Rides and Trips" message board during week before ride. If weather threatens, check “Ride Cancel Delay" message board at 7:00 AM or contact ride leader before 7:45 AM on morning of ride. Tony Wanschura, tonyjw-at-mindspring.com, 651-224-8360.

3 MON 9:30 AM C 20/25 mi. GREAT RIVER MEANDER LABOR DAY RIDE. Depart from Axel's parking lot (across street from restaurant), at 1315 Hwy S 13 in downtown Mendota. We'll bike Labor Day hot spots: Great River Trail, Hwy 494 bike trail west, with stop at Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Ctr, onward through Fort Snelling State Park and Minnehaha Falls. Returning via Mississippi Blvd, Shepard Road, Hwy I-35E bridge bike path and Great River Trail. Lunch option after ride. Don Picard, 952-894-3431, Cell: 612-396-3884; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at ride 952-334-5382.

3 MON 10:00 AM B 65 mi. BLISTER IN THE SUN. Depart from Blaine City Hall, 10801 Town Square Dr NE, Blaine, MN 55449. Wear some sun block and join us for this flat, mostly shady holiday outing. Visit Long Lake and the Roseville Reservoir on route to lunch at the Birchwood Cafe (yummy!), and meander back along the Mississippi River via the Coon Rapids Dam. No bathrooms at ride start, but plenty of opportunities after that. Julie Kosbab, 651-253-2493, julie-at-rideboldly.org.

3 MON 10:30 AM B 29 mi. PINK EXPRESS. Depart from County Cycles, 2700 Lexington Ave N, Roseville 55113. Park on Woodhill Dr. A scenic ride past Owasso, Vadnais & Bald Eagle Lakes. Leader rides at 14 mph pace. Rest stop is at Caribou Coffee/Einstein Bagels/Cup N Cone. Marina Lim 651-808-5473, marina_lim-at-hotmail.com.

3 MON 5:30 PM A/B 18-28 mi. URBAN WILDLIFE. Depart from Airport Hilton, across the road from the Minnesota River Wildlife Center. From I-494, exit south on 34th Ave, left onto American Blvd, then left into Hilton parking lot at top of hill. Note new depart time. Mileage decreases as sunset times get earlier later in the month. Ride various pleasant routes on low-traffic roads and bike trails up to Harriet Island or south into Rosemount or other southern metro locations. Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-mrbikey.com.

3 MON 5:30 PM AB 28 mi. MINNETONKA MEANDER. Depart from Minnetonka Civic Center, Ice Arena A lot (494 & Minnetonka Blvd). Note earlier time. A pleasant evening ride around Lake Minnetonka. Jon Koser, 952-545-4133; Linda Tacke 952-932-9662; Dick Hartmann 952-545-6151. (Web Ride)

3 MON 6:00 PM N 20-25 mi. "GREAT BUNS". Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co., 534 Selby Ave. St. Paul (parking in lot across from store or park on the street). A nice scenic ride thru St. Paul, with a few hills. Come early and sample some bread, cookies, trail bars and other delicious specials. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-553-0644 x3364; cell 651-285-4224 or Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-1361.

4 TUE 9:30 AM B/C 22/28/35/41 mi. GATEWAY EXPRESS. Depart from Burger King Parking Lot, Hwy 36 and Century Ave (Hwy 120). Note: Hwy 36 closed west of Century Ave, access the ride start via Hwy 120 or 694 (exit 36 west to Century Ave.) This ride features the Gateway Trail (an all-paved flat and scenic trail). We will offer ride extensions out into Washington County lakes and farms areas, or just ride the 22 mi. Gateway Trail. Jack Uttermark, 612-670-5902, jumark-at-earthlink.net.

4 TUE 10:00 AM C 20 mi. HOPKINS AND TIN FISH. Depart from SW corner of Mt Olivet Church parking lot, 5025 Knox Ave S, Mpls. We'll bike to Hopkins, trekking around Lakes Calhoun, Harriet and LRT East Trail to Hopkins Coffee House for stop. Then we return via Hutchinson Spur, Cedar Lake Trail and around Lake of the Isles to Tin Fish for lunch and return. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell at ride 952-334-5382; Co Leader, Open.

4 TUE 4:00 PM A/B 28/33 mi. EARLY EDITION: TEARS, GEARS, & FEARS. Depart from 1195 St Paul Avenue (corner of St Paul Ave & Dorothea). All the tears, gears & fears of the 6 PM ride, and early enough, if you ride fast, to do it again at 6 PM. Driveway parking on Dorothea or on street. Steve Scholl, 651-341-0597, 651-699-1203, srs428-at-msn.com.

4 TUE 5:00 PM B 28 mi. PREBOARD FLIGHT. New start location: please meet in 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. Got a burning issue that you'd like to discuss in person? This ride is located nearby and scheduled immediately before the actual Board meeting. Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-mrbikey.com.

4 TUE 5:30 PM C 15/20 mi. RIDES FROM WEBSTER SCHOOL NE (MAPLESS). Depart from Webster School parking lot, Adams St NE & Spring St NE, Mpls. We'll bike various trails and bike-friendly roads and offer a dining venue option after ride. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at Ride, 952-334-5382.

4 TUE 5:30 PM A/B 33/28 mi. TEARS, GEARS, AND FEARS. Depart from parking lot of Temple of Aaron, East Mississippi River Blvd. Note new start times: 9/4 at 5:30, 9/11 at 5:15, 9/18 and 9/25 at 5:00 PM. Classic TCBC hill training ride. Daylight restrictions require that you be able to finish the ride at least 16 MPH average. Rebecca Lawrence 612-481-4145 (coordinator); various ride leaders.

4 TUE 5:45 PM (Note earlier departure) A/B 36/29/24 mi. THE ACAPULCO RIDE. Miles will decrease as daylight lessens. From I-694, take Hwy 36 east for 6.5 miles to Stillwater. Turn left on Washington Ave (first stoplight past the Hwy 5 overpass) Take an immediate right on the frontage road for 1/4 mile to the Valley Ridge Mall and Acapulco Restaurant on the left. We'll roll on quiet roads to Afton, eat afterwards and just have fun. What more could you ask for? Rain may force cancellation of the ride at the leader’s discretion, but we can still eat! Call if in doubt. Hey, all you strong B-riders, are you out there? We need you!!! (Note that Hwy 36 is closed through North St. Paul.) Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676.

4 TUE TCBC BOARD BUSINESS MEETING. Contact President Charles Breer at 651-699-2029 for info.

5 WED 9:30 AM C 20/25 mi. 45 MINUTES AFTER. Depart from Valley View Playfield, 91st & Portland Ave. S. Bloomington. Dogs, patties, and chat 45 minutes after the ride. Compliments of your ride leaders and contributor who wishes to remain anonymous. Must RSVP Tommy 952-412-0134! We'll use side streets, bike paths, and bridges. Tommy Irvin, 952-412-0134, IrvinT1Bike-at-Comcast.net; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at ride, 952-334-5382.

5 WED 10:30 AM A/B 40-65 mi; shortcut options available. WILDS OF WI. Depart from Wisconsin Visitor Center just off exit 2 of I-94 in Hudson, WI. Variety of routes along traffic-free country roads. Self-sufficient B riders welcome, SCENIC RIDERS ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED. Due to location, if weather is at all questionable call leader at 651-690-2100 before coming to start. If (and only if) ride is cancelled, there will be a message to that effect on my answering machine after 9:30 Wed. morning. Sue Blum, 651-690-2100, sueblum-at-earthlink.net.

5 WED 6:00 PM N 25 mi. "THUNDER ROLLS". Depart from Sunrise Cyclery, 3031 2nd Ave So. Mpls (Lake St & 35 W). A nice scenic ride around three lakes, and on the trails and roads to Hopkins. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-553-0644 x3364 cell 651-285-4224; Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-1361.

5 WED 6:00 PM N 25 mi. SLP'ING OUT NITE. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd (between 100 & 169) and Texas Av in St Louis Park. Mostly on paved trails and bicycle lanes. Meet the group furthest out in the parking lot straight out from the store's entrance door, as Erik's "A" team meets right by the front door. Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-mrbikey.com & Richard Franco, 651-246-3863.

5 WED 6:00 PM C 10-15 mi. WHIMSICAL WEDNESDAYS. Depart from St. Joan of Arc Church, 4537 3rd Ave S, Mpls. One block east and north of the 46th St. exit of 35W. This is a slow and relaxed ride around the waterways of South Minneapolis, mostly on trails. The length will depend on the speed of participants and daylight conditions. This is a mapless ride and we'll all ride together. Edie Kalweit, 952-707-0401, ediekalweit-at-cs.com.

5 WED 6:00 PM A/B 20-30 mi. THE WHOLE ENCHILADA!. Depart from the Roseville Professional Center on the SW corner of Hwy 36 and Hamline Ave (2233 Hamline Ave N) in Roseville. Park at the west end of the lot. Ride past area lakes and parks with the Speedy Gonzalezes of the group or at a more leisurely pace. Join your compadres afterwards at La Casita, home of the 99 cent taco, or other establishment for fun and refueling. Andele! Andele! Epa! Epa! Yeehah!! Mary Derks, 651-335-6505, mderks-at-comcast.net.

5 WED 6:00 PM B 20-30 mi. RIDING FROM RICHFIELD. Leave on this ever-evolving evening adventure as the last bell rings from the steeple of the Richfield’s Woodlake Lutheran Church at 76th and Oliver Ave in Richfield. Enjoy the variety as you experience a “themed” new and different route each and every time. David Gepner, 612-861-1703, WentBiking-at-Comcast.net

6 THU 9:30 AM B 45 mi. THURSDAYS ON THE CANNON. Depart from the Welch Village trail head. With a summer of biking to get legs in shape, and cool autumn days, it's time to speed up the weekly ride to the "B" pace. We'll bike to Red Wing's Levee Park, near the St. James, then return to Welch for a pit stop, and then on to Cannon Falls for lunch at The Stone Mill. Finally, on a full and satisfied stomach, we'll ride the 10 miles downhill back to Welch. $3 daily permit or $15 season pass required. Don Picard, don451-at-mac.com. 952-894-3431. Mobile phone at ride: 612-396-3884.

6 THU 9:45 AM C 20/25 mi. JOAN'S BEST DAM RIDE (MAPLESS). Depart from Three Rivers Regional Park, Coon Rapids Dam parking lot (free parking). From Hwy 610 take Noble Pkwy north, then turn right (east) on 97th Ave N, then left (north) on Russell Ave to dam. We'll bike asphalt trails and roads on both west and east sides of the river with mid-point rest stops en route and optional luncheon stop at Rose Garden after ride. Ambassador: Joan Christensen, 763-754-0498. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell at ride 952-334-5382; Co-Leader Open.

6 THU 10:00 AM C 22/30 mi. GATEWAY GETAWAY SOCIAL C RIDE. Depart from BK/Burger Konig at 120 und Hwy 36, North St. Paul. It's an all-paved scenic straight trail. Please park to the rear of the parking lot. (Just keep an eye out for a forest green Panzerwagon - VW Euro van). Rest stop at the end of the trail. (Note: Hwy 36 is totally under construction from White Bear Ave. to 120/Century Ave). Any question? Call Augie "aka The Gus Meister" Muller fon# 651-770-5065.

6 THU 10:00 AM AB 30 - 35 mi. CITY EXPLORER. Depart from the picnic area, just north of the parking lot, near the Lake Harriet Bandshell.. Enjoy a morning ride with your friends. Routes will vary. Grand Rounds, St. Paul, Plymouth & Eden Prairie Susan Evan, 612-729-1441 & Katie Angle, 763-208-3595. (Web Ride)

6 THU 5:30 A/B 25 or 30 mi. THURSDAY THERAPY. Improve your relationship with your bike on a scenic ride through northern Dakota County. Depart from the parking lot of HealthPartners, corner of Wabasha and Plato, across the Wabasha Street Bridge from downtown St. Paul. Park at the west end of the lot, farthest from the building. Ride time is 5:30 PM on 9/6 and 9/13, and 5:00 PM on 9/20 and 9/27. Various leaders. Tony Wanschura, 651-224-8360, tonyjw-at-mindspring.com.

6 THU 5:30 PM A/B 22/30 mi. THIGHS, SIGHS, AND CRIES. Depart from parking lot in front of Woody's Grill at Shady Oak Rd and City West Pkwy in Eden Prairie. NOTE EARLIER START TIME. A long-time western metro favorite. Join us as we experience the rolling hills of Eden Prairie and Minnetonka. A great hill training ride, with shorter options. Self-sufficient B riders welcome. You'll sigh and cry but your thighs will thank you! NOTE: Restroom facilities at SuperAmerica on Shady Oak Rd across from Woody's. Dianne Bell, tacobell63-at-yahoo.com, 612-554-1331; Mike Beadles, mrbikey-at-mrbikey.com, 612-839-5406; Scott Larson, scottglarson-at-comcast.net, 651-455-0749.

6 THU 5:30 PM A 3-30 mi. EXTREME TSC. Depart from Grace Church parking lot near Hilltop Ave at Eden Prairie Rd, just south of Pioneer Trail. WARNING: this is an "EXTREME" version of "Thighs Sighs and Cries" in which we do ONLY the extremely hilly 3-mile loop (limit 10 loops) from TSC that includes steep 14+% uphill on Eden Prairie Rd. Decide at the end of each loop whether to quit or continue. Will be 1st Thursday each month & concurrently with regularly scheduled TSC. Also extra loops mileage credit for those doing full TSC map, find MR BIKEY blue van in church parking lot BY 7:00 PM. Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-mrbikey.com.

6 THU 6:00 PM N 20-25 mi. THE HEIGHTS NORDEAST TO NORTHEAST. Depart from NE corner of Cub Foods lot, Silver Lake Village Center, Silver Lake Rd just N of 37th Ave NE (CR D) in St Anthony Village. Route and mileage will vary, in keeping with the theme of good roads and great scenery. All welcome, but bring a friend if you ride less than a B pace. Lights required, front and rear. Mary.C.Miller-at-att.net, 763-789-7560.

6 THU 6:00 PM B 15-25 mi. A DUTCH TREAT. Depart from Plymouth Station Shopping Center, Highway 55 and County 24 in Plymouth, 2 mi west of I-494. Park at north end by the tower. Scenic back roads of Medina, Maple Plain, Loretto, and Hamel. Rolling hills. Socialize over a light meal at Panera's after the ride. (Map to start: http://zzzurn.com/maps/plymouthstation.html) Your leaders: Kay Mitchell 612-801-6151 and Evie Walters 763-221-3809.

6 THU 6:00 PM A/B 25 mi. AUTUMN BREAK. Depart from Mendota Plaza, located less than 1 mile east of 35E on Hwy 110 and Dodd Road in Mendota Heights. A relatively flat ride past the MSP airport, through Ft. Snelling State Park and Minnehaha Falls. Bring lights if you will be riding less than an A/B pace. Jeff Johnson & Patt Seleen 651-552-9131.

7 FRI 8:30 AM B/C 15/20 mi. 3 IN 1 RIDE #1 - SOUTH ROUTE. Depart from Minnehaha Falls parking lot (north of pavilion). Park free on streets or pay to park in lot. We'll bike across Mendota Bridge, onto Great River Trail, Hwy I-494 bridge bike trail, Post Road, Fort Snelling Park trails back to Minnehaha Falls with a possible add-on. John Hoffmann, 715-834-7897, Don Picard, 952-894-3431, Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at ride 952-334-5382.

7 FRI 10:00 AM A/B 28/47/63 mi. MMVII METRIC. Depart from Vadnais-Sucker Lake Park, 4500 Rice St. 55127, north parking lot. A classic ride to Marine on St. Croix with a tasty sandwich at the General Store or a shorter version to Pine Point and back. 9/7 Jack Uttermark 612-670-5902, 9/14 Dave Pfuhl 651-429-3344, 9/21 Katie Angle 763-208-3595, 9/28 Michael McNutt 651-208-3185 .

7 FRI 10:00 AM C 15 – 25 mi RAILS TO TRAILS Departing from the back (north) lot of the Calhoun Village Shopping Center (3200th block of West Lake Street). Local transportation guru and author, Aaron Isaacs will be joining us to provide the railroad and street car history that preceded some of our popular bike trails. David Gepner 612-861-1703 WentBiking@Comcast.net (Web Ride)

7 FRI 11:30 AM B/C 15/20 mi. 3 IN 1 RIDE #2 - LAKES ROUTE. Depart from Minnehaha Falls parking lot (north of pavilion). Park free on streets or pay to park in lot. We'll bike Minnehaha Pkwy trails and onward to Lakes Harriet, Calhoun, Lake of the Isles and Midtown Greenway then back to Minnehaha Falls with lunch stop en route or at end of ride. John Hoffmann, 715-834-7897, Don Picard, 952-894-3431, Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at ride 952-334-5382.

7 FRI 3:00 PM AB 44/32 mi. FRIDAY TO THE LAKE. Depart from Erik's bike shop, NW corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave, St Louis Park. Head west to Lake Independence on a somewhat challenging, varied-terrain ride thru the western suburbs. Rest stop at the Retro in Loretto. Route and distance will vary slightly each week. Short cut options available. Jon Koser 952-545-4133 9/7 and 9/14, George Hagemann 612-251-4400 9/28   NO RIDE 9/21. (Web Ride)

7 FRI 3:30 PM B/C 15/20 mi. 3 IN 1 - RIDE #3 RIVER ROUTE. Depart from Minnehaha Falls parking lot (north of pavilion). Park free on streets or pay to park in lot. We'll take to the West River Rd trails to downtown Mpls, Boom Island Park, Stone Arch Bridge and return via East River Rd. After ride stop for reminiscence at a pavilion area eatery. John Hoffmann, 715-834-7897, Don Picard, 952-894-3431, Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at ride 952-334-5382.

7 FRI 6:00 PM N 20-30 mi. FRIDAY CENTRAL. Depart from West side of Langford Park Bldg, at the south end of the park that starts about 1 block SW of the intersection of Como and Raymond Aves near the St Paul campus of the U of M and the state fairgrounds. Please see previous newsletters for more complete directions. From the north, exit 35 W at the left exit for Cleveland Ave which turns into Raymond Ave. and take a R at Blake Ave to Langford Park. Relaxing Friday eve. scenery and great Italian food from Bascali's wood-fired, brick oven following. Be sure you have your lights for this night ride. Mary.C.Miller-at-att.net, 763-789-7560.

7 FRI 6:00 PM B 20-30 mi. TGIF DINNER SERIES. Depart from the rear lot of Burnet Realty at Highway 96 and Hodgson Road in North Oaks. Optional post-ride dinner at Panino's. Map to start: http://www.zzzurn.com/maps/burnshore.html. Lee Thielman 651-483-9650.

7 FRI 6:00 PM N 20-25 mi. "MIGHTY MOOSE". Depart from Moose Country Eatery 857 Hwy 13 Lilydale. Bring your climbing legs, we will climb a few hills in St. Paul. But the best part of all we will have some very nice downhills too. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 651-486-2731 651-285-4224; Catherine "STAT CAT" Roach 651-341-3454; Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-1361.

8 SAT 7:00 AM C 15-20 mi. "GO (4) IT" (PART ONE). Depart from Sunrise Cyclery, 3031 2nd Ave., Mpls. (Lake St. & 35W). A nice mapless (4) Part ride at a nice "C" pace. Part 1 will lead us to St. Paul to Great Harvest Bread for a stop for breakfast, MMMMM rolls, cinnamon bread. Part 2 will be ride "GREAT ROLLS" and lead us back to Mpls. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-553-0644 x3364 or 651-285-4224; Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-1361 and OTHERS.

8 SAT 7:00 AM AB 52/64/84 mi. COON RAPIDS RIVER RIDE REVISED. Depart from Eriks Bike Shop 2120 Northdale Blvd NW Coon Rapids, MN 55433 . Come and Ride through Anoka and Isanti County. Jeff Hofstede 763-516-2150. (Web Ride)

8 SAT 7:30 AM B 35-45 mi. HAR-MARTIAN. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Ave. N., Roseville (across from Har Mar Mall, next to McDonald's). This ride features a variety of routes, each guaranteed to include at least one lake, one trail, and one rest stop with decent snacks. Make the most of your Saturday--get up and ride early! Self-sufficient B/C riders most welcome. NO RIDE SEPTEMBER 29. Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175, hansonca96-at-comcast.net.

8 SAT 7:30 AM C 19 mi. BIKE TO BREAKFAST. Depart from Centennial Church, 1524 West County Road C2, Roseville, corner of C2 and Snelling. The destination is Keys Cafe, 500 N. Robert in St. Paul just south of the Capitol. You don't really need more than one of their manhole-cover-sized pancakes. This is the shortest but hilliest of the Bike to Breakfast rides. Check your brakes before two long and steep downhills. Don Hopkins, 651-628-9713, Cell: 651-216-8690, dchopkin-at-aol.com.

8 SAT 8:30 AM A 48 mi. AFTON-COTTAGE GROVE HILL TOUR. Depart from NEW LOCATION!! Penn Cycle in Woodbury, 494 and Lake Dr. Roll through the great hills of Afton, Cottage Grove & Woodbury. Challenging climbs, great scenery and a feeling of accomplishment await you. For ride stats, map and a GPS tour of the route, visit http://aftonhillclimber.blogspot.com. Dave Haerle, dkhaerle@msn.com, 651-768-7406.

8 SAT 9:00 AM B 20-25 mi. SONNY SIDE UP. Depart from Sonny's Ice Cream (Crema Cafe) at 3401 Lyndale Ave. So. Stay for brunch on the piazza after the ride. Great food! Your leaders: Kay Mitchell 612-801-6151 and Evie Walters 763-221-3809.

8 SAT 9:00 AM C 25-30 mi. "GREAT ROLLS". Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co., 534 Selby Ave., St Paul (PARK in lot across from store or on the street). We will meet at Great Harvest for breakfast rolls at 7:30 AM. They make a roll with hash browns, cheddar cheese and scrambled eggs rolled up in a wheat dough, mmmm good!! Please call ahead so we can make sure there is enough for everyone. Oh yeah the ride will be a nice slow scenic ride around St. Paul. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-553-0644 x3364 cell 651-2854224; Pete "THE HAMMER Hall 612-889-1361 AND OTHERS.

8 SAT 9:00 AM C 20/40 mi. ROTER FLUGEL & KANONIKER BALLLAUF. Depart from Welch Village Picnic area, on County Rd 7. Red Wing - Cannon Falls Run; it's an all paved bike trail. Welch Village is between Red Wing & Cannon Falls. We'll have a lunch break in Red Wing or Cannon Falls, your call on the one. Because of the distance und always the possibilities of inclement weather, please do make that call before coming to the ride to make sure it's a go. Augie aka "The Gus Meister" Muller fon# 651-770-5065.

8 SAT 9:30 AM A/B 40-50 mi. DOOR #1. Depart from Meadow View Cottages in Ephraim, WI. Join us for one, two or all three scenic rides in Door County, WI (aptly named Doors #1, 2, and 3) over the course of the weekend. Will today’s ride be along peaceful back roads through picturesque harbors, quaint cape cod-like villages, dense forests and scenic parks with, perhaps, a stop for ice cream or Door County fudge? Or will it be along the Green Bay or Lake Michigan shorelines for views of sailboat-filled marinas, rocky beaches and lighthouses (and maybe even goats on a roof) on roads seemingly created just for bikers? One thing is for certain---it’s all beautiful, pristine scenery so don’t fret over which door you choose as there are no goats behind any of them! For add'l info, including directions to the ride start, go to www.biketcbc.org and click on "Overnight Trips" then "Door County Century Weekend". Contact leader prior to ride if weather looks questionable. Mary Derks, 651-335-6505, mderks-at-comcast.net, and Scott Larson, 612-730-8371.

8 SAT 11:00 AM AB 65 mi. EAST TO EL PASO. Depart from Hoffman Park in River Falls WI, on Cty M at intersection of WI Hwy 35 and M. Challenging hills and lightly traveled roads to Spring Valley for a return thru El Paso. Shorter options available. Self sufficient B riders welcome.  Check for "Ride Cancel Delay"  message board or contact me by 9:00 AM if weather is questionable.  Bruce Berry, 651-690-2510, bruce2276@aol.com. (Web Ride)

8 SAT 1:00 PM C 20 mi. SAVOY PIZZA RIDE. Depart from Harriet Island Regional Park parking lot. Access park from Plato Ave and Harbor Road Raise. We'll bike a select area/route in quest of some excellent pizza. John Avoles, 651-437-3974; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell phone at ride; 952-334-5382.

8 SAT 1:00 PM C 15-20 mi. "GO (4) IT" (PART 3). Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co., 534 Selby Ave., St. Paul. Ride #3 in a series of (4) mapless rides, at a nice "C" pace. We will leave St. Paul to Mpls. and wind around back to Sunrise Cyclery, to start and finish our 4-part ride series with the "FAMILY RIDE". Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-553-0644 x3364 or 651-285-4224; Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-1361 and OTHERS.

8 SAT 3:00 PM C 20-25 mi. "FAMILY RIDE". Depart from  Sunrise Cyclery 3031 2nd Ave. Mpls. (35W & Lake St). A nice laid back ride on the trails and some roads.All ages welcome.A couple stops along the way at a playground and for ice cream. Burleys and Tag-A-Alongs welome. All riders and passengers must wear a helmet. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 651-486-2731 or 651-285-4224 Pete "THE HAMMER"  Hall 612-889-1361. (Web Ride)

8 SAT SEPTEMBER SONG. 45 mi (non-TCBC). Starts at 10 AM in Rice Lake, WI. Register starting at 9:30, at Indian Mounds Park (across from the hospital). Cue sheet is $1. Rain or shine, a single-loop ride held in honor of the North Roads Bicycle Club’s 39th Anniversary. Stores, restaurant, swim lake en route, free backyards camping. Contact Bill Pearson, 307 W. Newton, Rice Lake, WI 54868. 715-234-4127.

9 SUN DOOR #2. OUTREACH RIDE: DOOR COUNTY CENTURY. For additional information, go to the TCBC web-site and click on Overnight Trips, then Door County Century weekend. See Outreach Ride Section below. NO TCBC INSURANCE.

9 SUN ST. PAUL CLASSIC BIKE TOUR (non-TCBC) 15, 30, 45 mi. www.thenec.org or Bikeclassic.org. Hotline 952-992-3180. Starts at University of St. Thomas in St. Paul. TCBC will be doing helmet fitting at the start.

9 SUN 6:45 to 7:00 AM A/AB 63, 80, 102, 152 mi. SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. Depart from Perkins Restaurant, New Brighton [zipcode 55112], 2 blks west of I-35W on Cty Rd D. Choose one of four mileage options to ride in the city and country plus the whole Gateway Trail, starting with the solitude of the sunrise. NO RIDE SEPT 2nd. Note: The depart time and ride leader varies each Sunday as follows: 9/9: 6:45 AM Jim Joy 612-827-6995; 9/16: 7:00 AM Richard Franco 651-246-3863; 9/23: 7:00 AM Steve Scholl 651-341-0597; 9/30: 7:00 AM Steve Robertson 651-699-1087.

9 SUN 8:30 AM A/AB 65/46 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. An excellent ride with lots of options in the western suburbs. Eric Feld, 612-743-4097, Co-Leader Lee Stagg 952-934-6000.

9 SUN 9:00 AM B 64 mi. SNOOZE BUTTON METRIC. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Ave. N., Roseville (across from Har Mar Mall, next to McDonald's). Flat, friendly route will take us from Roseville to rural Anoka County and back through Lino Lakes and Shoreview. Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175, hansonca96-at-comcast.net.

9 SUN 1:30 PM C 15/20 mi. A TASTE OF GREECE. Depart from Lake Nokomis Community Center "Over Flow" Parking Lot, 2401 East Minnehaha Pkwy. We'll bike to the Minneapolis Greek Festival (Live Greek Bands, chicken & lamb dinners, raffle and Pastry Bake Sale) Bring an empty stomach, some money, dancing shoes, a bike lock and a carry pack for any pastry you buy to take home. Expect to spend some time at the festival. If you would rather meet us there (St. Mary's Greek Orthodox Church, 3450 Irving Avenue South) around 2:30 PM with bike or other conveyance feel free to join in the fun. John Avoles, 651-437-3974; Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381;Cell at Ride, 952-334-5382.

9 SUN 2:00 PM A/B 35-45 mi. HEIGHTS HERE AND THERE. Depart from NE corner of Cub Foods lot, Silver Lake Village Center, Silver Lake Rd just N of 37th Ave NE (CR D) in St Anthony Village. Route and mileage will vary in keeping with the theme of great scenery; and bring a MN road (quality 38th in the US) - apropos bike to ride. All welcome, but bring a biking buddy if you ride less than a B pace. Mary.C.Miller-at-att.net, 763-789-7560.

9 SUN 4:30 PM B 27/32 mi. SUNDAY NIGHTER FROM MOUNDS VIEW. Depart from Silver View Park in Mounds View. The park entrance is off of County Road I just east of Silver Lake Road. Kari laments the lack of rides starting in her 'hood, so here one is at last. The route will include some familiar and not so familiar roads, parkways and trails linked from Blaine down to St. Anthony and Minneapolis. We'll travel through 8 cities (count 'em as we ride through) on one swell ride. Jeff Ramberg, 612-929-2705.

9 SUN 5:00 PM C 20-25 mi. "FAMILY RIDE". Depart from Shoreview Community Center 4600 Victoria St. Shoreview. Park in lower lot of the Shoreview Community Center. A nice laid back family ride on the trails and some roads of Shoreview and Arden Hills. A couple stops along the way, a playground and DQ for ice cream. Burleys and Tag-A-Longs welcome. All riders and passengers must wear helmets. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-553-0644 x3364 or 651-285-4224 Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-12361 Molly "Spoke Girl" Lethert 651-552-9916.

10 MON 9:00 AM A/B 25-30 mi. DOOR #3. Depart from Meadow View Cottages in Ephraim, WI. See Sept 8. Mary Derks, 651-335-6505, mderks-at-comcast.net, and Scott Larson, 612-730-8371.

10 MON 9:45 AM C 27 mi. BALD EAGLE LAKE AND MORE. Depart from Burger King lot at Hwy 36 and Hwy 120 (Century Ave). Hwy 36 is closed from White Bear Ave to Hwy 120, Century Ave, so your access will be Hwy 120 from north or south to Burger King parking lot. We'll bike on paved bike route roads around White Bear and Bald Eagle Lakes, onward to Mahtomedi and Gateway Trail, back to Burger King for a great BK lunch. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at Ride, 952-334-5382.

10 MON 10:30 AM B 29 mi. PINK EXPRESS. Depart from County Cycles, 2700 Lexington Ave N, Roseville 55113. Park on Woodhill Dr. A scenic ride past Owasso, Vadnais & Bald Eagle Lakes. Leader rides at 14 mph pace. Rest stop is at Caribou Coffee/Einstein Bagels/Cup N Cone. Marina Lim 651-808-5473, marina_lim-at-hotmail.com.

10 MON 5:30 PM A/B 18-28 mi. URBAN WILDLIFE. Depart from Airport Hilton, across the road from the Minnesota River Wildlife Center. From I-494, exit south on 34th Ave, left onto American Blvd, then left into Hilton parking lot at top of hill. Note new depart time. Mileage decreases as sunset times get earlier later in the month. Ride various pleasant routes on low-traffic roads and bike trails up to Harriet Island or south into Rosemount or other southern metro locations. Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-mrbikey.com.

10 MON 5:30 PM AB 28 mi. MINNETONKA MEANDER. Depart from Minnetonka Civic Center, Ice Arena A lot (494 & Minnetonka Blvd). Note earlier time. A pleasant evening ride around Lake Minnetonka. Jon Koser, 952-545-4133; Linda Tacke 952-932-9662; Dick Hartmann 952-545-6151. (Web Ride)

10 MON 6:00 PM N 20-25 mi. "GREAT BUNS". Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co., 534 Selby Ave. St. Paul (parking in lot across from store or park on the street). A nice scenic ride thru St. Paul, with a few hills. Come early and sample some bread, cookies, trail bars and other delicious specials. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-553-0644 x3364; cell 651-285-4224 or Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-1361.

10 MON 6:00 PM N 15-20 mi. MY OH MY MINNEAPOLIS. Depart from the rear parking lot of Sunrise Cyclery Bike Shop, 3031 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis 55408, on the east side of 35W and south edge of Lake St. Sample the best scenery of Minneapolis via premier bicycle routes with many paved trails and some roads. B/C pace - bring lights in case we run out of daylight. Access to shop is not guaranteed - Monday is generally Jamie's day off. However, we have lots of room in the parking lot! Join us for authentic Mexican food afterwards. Laurie Holm and Rob Mann, 612-363-6165.

10 MON DEADLINE for info for the October TCBC NEWS. E-mail schedule info to: schedule@biketcbc.org. Articles to Doug Nelson, news@biketcbc.org.

11 TUE 9:00 AM C 15/20 mi. BREAKFAST AT 318 (EXCELSIOR). Depart from Minnetonka Community Center parking lot, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd. Park in rear lot by skating arena. Our breakfast ride is on LRT (packed limestone) to the Three Eighteen (318) restaurant in Excelsior. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell at ride 952-334-5382; Co Leader, Open.

11 TUE 9:30 AM B/C 22/28/35/41 mi. GATEWAY EXPRESS. Depart from Burger King Parking Lot, Hwy 36 and Century Ave (Hwy 120). Note: Hwy 36 closed west of Century Ave, access the ride start via Hwy 120 or 694 (exit 36 west to Century Ave.) This ride features the Gateway Trail (an all-paved flat and scenic trail). We will offer ride extensions out into Washington County lakes and farms areas, or just ride the 22 mi. Gateway Trail. Jack Uttermark, 612-670-5902, jumark-at-earthlink.net.

11 TUE 5:30 PM C 15/20 mi. RIDES FROM WEBSTER SCHOOL NE (MAPLESS). Depart from Webster School parking lot, Adams St NE & Spring St NE, Mpls. We'll bike various trails and bike-friendly roads and offer a dining venue option after ride. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at Ride, 952-334-5382.

11 TUE 5:15 PM A/B 33/28 mi. TEARS, GEARS, AND FEARS. Depart from parking lot of Temple of Aaron, East Mississippi River Blvd. Note new start times: 9/4 at 5:30, 9/11 at 5:15, 9/18 and 9/25 at 5:00 PM. Classic TCBC hill training ride. Daylight restrictions require that you be able to finish the ride at least 16 MPH average. Rebecca Lawrence 612-481-4145 (coordinator); various ride leaders.

11 TUE 5:45 PM (Note earlier departure) A/B 36/29/24 mi. THE ACAPULCO RIDE. Miles will decrease as daylight lessens. From I-694, take Hwy 36 east for 6.5 miles to Stillwater. Turn left on Washington Ave (first stoplight past the Hwy 5 overpass) Take an immediate right on the frontage road for 1/4 mile to the Valley Ridge Mall and Acapulco Restaurant on the left. We'll roll on quiet roads to Afton, eat afterwards and just have fun. What more could you ask for? Rain may force cancellation of the ride at the leader’s discretion, but we can still eat! Call if in doubt. Hey, all you strong B-riders, are you out there? We need you!!! (Note that Hwy 36 is closed through North St. Paul.) Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676.

12 WED 8:30 AM C 20/25 mi. BREAKFAST AT HELL'S KITCHEN. Depart from Lake Nokomis Community Center "overflow" parking lot, 2401 East Minnehaha Pkwy, Mpls. We'll trek to a Top-Rated Twin Cities breakfast spot for our breakfast. We are down-town so bring your bike locks, some money and an empty stomach. Tommy Irvin, 952-884-7464; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell phone at ride: 952-334-5382.

12 WED 10:30 AM A/B 40-65 mi; shortcut options available. WILDS OF WI. Depart from Wisconsin Visitor Center just off exit 2 of I-94 in Hudson, WI. Variety of routes along traffic-free country roads. Self-sufficient B riders welcome, SCENIC RIDERS ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED. Due to location, if weather is at all questionable call leader at 651-690-2100 before coming to start. If (and only if) ride is cancelled, there will be a message to that effect on my answering machine after 9:30 Wed. morning. Sue Blum, 651-690-2100, sueblum-at-earthlink.net.

12 WED 6:00 PM N 25 mi. "THUNDER ROLLS". Depart from Sunrise Cyclery, 3031 2nd Ave So. Mpls (Lake St & 35 W). A nice scenic ride around three lakes, and on the trails and roads to Hopkins. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-553-0644 x3364 cell 651-285-4224; Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-1361.

12 WED 6:00 PM N 25 mi. SLP'ING OUT NITE. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd (between 100 & 169) and Texas Av in St Louis Park. Mostly on paved trails and bicycle lanes. Meet the group furthest out in the parking lot straight out from the store's entrance door, as Erik's "A" team meets right by the front door. Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-mrbikey.com & Richard Franco, 651-246-3863.

12 WED 6:00 PM C 10-15 mi. WHIMSICAL WEDNESDAYS. Depart from St. Joan of Arc Church, 4537 3rd Ave S, Mpls. One block east and north of the 46th St. exit of 35W. This is a slow and relaxed ride around the waterways of South Minneapolis, mostly on trails. The length will depend on the speed of participants and daylight conditions. This is a mapless ride and we'll all ride together. Edie Kalweit, 952-707-0401, ediekalweit-at-cs.com.

12 WED 6:00 PM A/B 20-30 mi. THE WHOLE ENCHILADA!. Depart from the Roseville Professional Center on the SW corner of Hwy 36 and Hamline Ave (2233 Hamline Ave N) in Roseville. Park at the west end of the lot. Ride past area lakes and parks with the Speedy Gonzalezes of the group or at a more leisurely pace. Join your compadres afterwards at La Casita, home of the 99 cent taco, or other establishment for fun and refueling. Andele! Andele! Epa! Epa! Yeehah!! Mary Derks, 651-335-6505, mderks-at-comcast.net.

12 WED 6:00 PM B 20-30 mi. RIDING FROM RICHFIELD. Leave on this ever-evolving evening adventure as the last bell rings from the steeple of the Richfield’s Woodlake Lutheran Church at 76th and Oliver Ave in Richfield. Enjoy the variety as you experience a “themed” new and different route each and every time. David Gepner, 612-861-1703, WentBiking-at-Comcast.net

13 THU 9:30 AM B 45 mi. THURSDAYS ON THE CANNON. Depart from the Welch Village trail head. With a summer of biking to get legs in shape, and cool autumn days, it's time to speed up the weekly ride to the "B" pace. We'll bike to Red Wing's Levee Park, near the St. James, then return to Welch for a pit stop, and then on to Cannon Falls for lunch at The Stone Mill. Finally, on a full and satisfied stomach, we'll ride the 10 miles downhill back to Welch. $3 daily permit or $15 season pass required. Don Picard, don451-at-mac.com. 952-894-3431. Mobile phone at ride: 612-396-3884.

13 THU 9:45 AM C 20-25 mi. JOAN'S BTTOCRAB RIDE (MAPLESS). Depart from Three Rivers Regional Park Coon Rapids Dam parking lot (free parking). (Bike the trails Of Coon Rapids and Blaine.) From Hwy 610, take Noble Ave North, then turn right (east) on 97th Ave and then left (north) on Russell Ave to Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park Visitors Center parking lot. We'll be biking asphalt trails, with a rest stop en route and luncheon stop at Rose Garden restaurant (Asian cuisine). After lunch, ride returns to parking area. Ambassador: Joan Christensen, 763-754-0498; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell at ride 952-334-5382; Co Leader, Open.

13 THU 10:00 AM C 22/30 mi. GATEWAY GETAWAY SOCIAL C RIDE. Depart from BK/Burger Konig at 120 und Hwy 36, North St. Paul. It's an all-paved scenic straight trail. Please park to the rear of the parking lot. (Just keep an eye out for a forest green Panzerwagon - VW Euro van). Rest stop at the end of the trail. (Note: Hwy 36 is totally under construction from White Bear Ave. to 120/Century Ave). Any question? Call Augie "aka The Gus Meister" Muller fon# 651-770-5065.

13 THU 5:30 A/B 25 or 30 mi. THURSDAY THERAPY. Improve your relationship with your bike on a scenic ride through northern Dakota County. Depart from the parking lot of HealthPartners, corner of Wabasha and Plato, across the Wabasha Street Bridge from downtown St. Paul. Park at the west end of the lot, farthest from the building. Ride time is 5:30 PM on 9/6 and 9/13, and 5:00 PM on 9/20 and 9/27. Various leaders. Tony Wanschura, 651-224-8360, tonyjw-at-mindspring.com.

13 THU 5:30 PM A/B 22/30 mi. THIGHS, SIGHS, AND CRIES. Depart from parking lot in front of Woody's Grill at Shady Oak Rd and City West Pkwy in Eden Prairie. NOTE EARLIER START TIME. A long-time western metro favorite. Join us as we experience the rolling hills of Eden Prairie and Minnetonka. A great hill training ride, with shorter options. Self-sufficient B riders welcome. You'll sigh and cry but your thighs will thank you! NOTE: Restroom facilities at SuperAmerica on Shady Oak Rd across from Woody's. Dianne Bell, tacobell63-at-yahoo.com, 612-554-1331; Mike Beadles, mrbikey-at-mrbikey.com, 612-839-5406; Scott Larson, scottglarson-at-comcast.net, 651-455-0749.

13 THU 6:00 PM N 20-25 mi. THE HEIGHTS NORDEAST TO NORTHEAST. Depart from NE corner of Cub Foods lot, Silver Lake Village Center, Silver Lake Rd just N of 37th Ave NE (CR D) in St Anthony Village. Route and mileage will vary, in keeping with the theme of good roads and great scenery. All welcome, but bring a friend if you ride less than a B pace. Lights required, front and rear. Mary.C.Miller-at-att.net, 763-789-7560.

13 THU 6:00 PM B 15-25 mi. A DUTCH TREAT. Depart from Plymouth Station Shopping Center, Highway 55 and County 24 in Plymouth, 2 mi west of I-494. Park at north end by the tower. Scenic back roads of Medina, Maple Plain, Loretto, and Hamel. Rolling hills. Socialize over a light meal at Panera's after the ride. (Map to start: http://zzzurn.com/maps/plymouthstation.html) Your leaders: Kay Mitchell 612-801-6151 and Evie Walters 763-221-3809.

13 THU 6:00 PM A/B 25 mi. AUTUMN BREAK. Depart from Mendota Plaza, located less than 1 mile east of 35E on Hwy 110 and Dodd Road in Mendota Heights. A relatively flat ride past the MSP airport, through Ft. Snelling State Park and Minnehaha Falls. Bring lights if you will be riding less than an A/B pace. Jeff Johnson & Patt Seleen 651-552-9131.

14-16 ROOT RIVER VALLEY WEEKEND. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Paul Huntington, 651-486-2731; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381.

14 FRI 9:30 AM B 40+ mi. HALF-A-MONTY. Depart from Lonsdale ballpark, Railway St. We'll start our ride at the ballpark on the western edge of Lonsdale, heading west on a smooth, wide, paved shoulder for the first 8 miles. We'll continue that course another 7 miles, winding our way through Lexington & into Montgomery where we'll break for lunch. Fresh Kolacky is available at Franke's bakery. The route has a variety of hills and flats. Enjoy a dairy treat when finished. Please contact first. Cell at ride 612.298.0851. Tim Bischke, timbee205-at-yahoo.com, 952.492.2088.

14 FRI 10:00 AM A/B 28/47/63 mi. MMVII METRIC. Depart from Vadnais-Sucker Lake Park, 4500 Rice St. 55127, north parking lot. A classic ride to Marine on St. Croix with a tasty sandwich at the General Store or a shorter version to Pine Point and back. 9/7 Jack Uttermark 612-670-5902, 9/14 Dave Pfuhl 651-429-3344, 9/21 Katie Angle 763-208-3595, 9/28 Michael McNutt 651-208-3185 .

14 FRI 12:00 PM C 24 mi. ROOT RIVER VALLEY TRAIL WEEKEND: PRESTON TO HARMONY. Depart from Preston trail head. Parking and bathroom facilities are available at trail head. The trails are paved and there are hills to conquer on our way out to Harmony where we break for refreshments and return. Optional dinner and fun venues after ride. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Paul Huntington, 651-486-2731; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell phone at ride: 952-334-5382.

14 FRI 3:00 PM AB 44/32 mi. FRIDAY TO THE LAKE. Depart from Erik's bike shop, NW corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave, St Louis Park. Head west to Lake Independence on a somewhat challenging, varied-terrain ride thru the western suburbs. Rest stop at the Retro in Loretto. Route and distance will vary slightly each week. Short cut options available. Jon Koser 952-545-4133 9/7 and 9/14, George Hagemann 612-251-4400 9/28   NO RIDE 9/21. (Web Ride)

14 FRI 5:45 PM B 20-30 mi. TGIF DINNER SERIES. Depart from the rear lot of Burnet Realty at Highway 96 and Hodgson Road in North Oaks. Optional post-ride dinner at Panino's. Map to start: http://www.zzzurn.com/maps/burnshore.html. Mark Gregory 651-490-1626.

14 FRI 6:00 PM N 20-30 mi. FRIDAY CENTRAL. Depart from West side of Langford Park Bldg, at the south end of the park that starts about 1 block SW of the intersection of Como and Raymond Aves near the St Paul campus of the U of M and the state fairgrounds. Please see previous newsletters for more complete directions. From the north, exit 35 W at the left exit for Cleveland Ave which turns into Raymond Ave. and take a R at Blake Ave to Langford Park. Relaxing Friday eve. scenery and great Italian food from Bascali's wood-fired, brick oven following. Be sure you have your lights for this night ride. Mary.C.Miller-at-att.net, 763-789-7560.

15 SAT 7:30 AM B 35-45 mi. HAR-MARTIAN. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Ave. N., Roseville (across from Har Mar Mall, next to McDonald's). This ride features a variety of routes, each guaranteed to include at least one lake, one trail, and one rest stop with decent snacks. Make the most of your Saturday--get up and ride early! Self-sufficient B/C riders most welcome. NO RIDE SEPTEMBER 29. Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175, hansonca96-at-comcast.net.

15 SAT 7:30 AM C 22 mi. BIKE TO BREAKFAST. Depart from Centennial Church, 1524 West County Road C2, Roseville, corner of C2 and Snelling. The destination is the Corner Coffee House in Little Canada. The ride will feature 4 named trails (11 miles) and 4 lakes. Trails: Reservoir Woods, Trout Brook, Gateway and Bruce Vento. Lakes: McCarrons, Phalen, Gervais and Bennett. The one big hill goes down. Well worth getting out early for. Don Hopkins, 651-628-9713, Cell: 651-216-8690, dchopkin-at-aol.com.

15 SAT 7:30 AM AB 52/64/84 mi. COON RAPIDS RIVER RIDE. Depart from Eriks Bike Shop 2120 Northdale Blvd NW Coon Rapids, MN 55433. It is a little chlly first thing in the morning, remember to dress accordingly. Jeff Hofstede 763-516-2150 jeff_hofstede@yahoo.com. (Web Ride)

15 SAT 8:30 AM A 58 mi. -::VERTICAL VERVE::-. Depart from Penn Cycle in Woodbury, 494 and Lake Dr. A new annual tradition that is sure to attract the climber within you. Held only once a year, this ride takes on the best hill climbs in South Washington County. The ride features more than one vertical mile of ascent in its 58-mile course. All the classic hills are there -- the Coulee, River Road and Afton State Park -- plus several hidden gems you may not have experienced, yet. Verve: adjective, active strength of body or mind. (Bring both) Dave Haerle, dkhaerle-at-msn.com, 651-768-7406.

15 SAT 9:00 AM B 20-25 mi. SONNY SIDE UP. Depart from Sonny's Ice Cream (Crema Cafe) at 3401 Lyndale Ave. So. Stay for brunch on the piazza after the ride. Great food! Your leaders: Kay Mitchell 612-801-6151 and Evie Walters 763-221-3809.

15 SAT 9:00 AM A/B 20-80 mi. DAM DAYS BICYCLE RIDE. Depart from Handy Andy Park in Spring Valley, WI. From MN, take I-94 east to exit 24, go right/south 7 miles to Route 29, then left/east 2 miles. Handy Andy Park is on the right, just east of Main St. Tour the beautiful rural roads around Spring Valley during their annual Dam Days celebration. There will be multiple mileage options with rest stops every 20-25 miles. Fuel up on the Burgers! Chicken! Cheese Curds! Do we have to ride? Scott Larson, 612-730-8371.

15 SAT 9:00 AM A/B 45 or 90 mi. MORNING GLORY BAKERY. Depart from the parking lot in Mendota on the north side of Sibley Highway, west of Sibley House and east and downhill from St. Peter's Church by Mendota Bridge. Park in lot or on the street. No restrooms at start of ride. Ride to Morning Glory Bakery in Rosemount and return through SSP/WSP. Long option to Northfield. Steve Scholl, 651-341-0597, 651-699-1203, srs428-at-,msn.com.

15 SAT 9:30 AM B 42 mi. BASS LAKE. Depart from Stillwater High School, on Hwy 5 just south of Hwy. 36. First half of this mostly-Wisconsin route is very hilly but scenic. Includes stops at Bass Lake Cheese Factory and Hudson. Doug Nelson, 651-639-9917.

15 SAT 9:30 AM A/B 70-80 mi. WI HILLS MENOMONIE. Depart from Riverside Park in Menomonie, WI. Take I-94 to Menomonie, then 25 south to 29, then right on 29 across the river to the park. Challenging hills and little-traveled rural roads. Shorter option available. Details on TCBC MSN "Rides and Trips" message board during week before ride. If weather threatens, check "Ride Cancel Delay" message board at 7:00 AM or contact ride leader before 7:45 AM on morning of ride. A rained-out Saturday ride will be rescheduled (via the message board) for the next day whenever feasible. Tony Wanschura, tonyjw-at-mindspring.com, 651-224-8360.

15 SAT 9:30 AM C 36 mi ROOT RIVER VALLEY TRAIL WEEKEND: LANESBORO TO RUSHFORD AND HOUSTON EXTRA MILE OPTION. Depart from Lanesboro trail head in downtown Lanesboro. We'll bike to Rushford, have a rest/lunch break and return. Some hardy souls will take on extra - mile option to Houston. (adds 24 miles) Optional dinner and fun venues after ride. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Paul Huntington, 651-486-2731; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381. Cell Phone at ride: 952-334-5382.

15 SAT 11:00 AM AB 40 mi. OUT TO LORETTO. Depart from the Spring Gate Shopping Center on the SWside ofHighway 100 and Duluth Street in Golden Valley.. Enjoy of ride with your friends with a rest stop at the Retro Cafe in Loretto. Susan Evan 6127291441. (Web Ride)

15 SAT PURPLERIDE Minnesota (Non-TCBC) - Bike ride to raise money for Pancreatic Cancer. 10, 25 or 50 miles and a family route of shorter distance. Elm Creek Park Reserve. For more information, go to www.purpleride.org, or call Julie Moore, 952-470-9835.

16 SUN 6:45 to 7:00 AM A/AB 63, 80, 102, 152 mi. SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. Depart from Perkins Restaurant, New Brighton [zipcode 55112], 2 blks west of I-35W on Cty Rd D. Choose one of four mileage options to ride in the city and country plus the whole Gateway Trail, starting with the solitude of the sunrise. NO RIDE SEPT 2nd. Note: The depart time and ride leader varies each Sunday as follows: 9/9: 6:45 AM Jim Joy 612-827-6995; 9/16: 7:00 AM Richard Franco 651-246-3863; 9/23: 7:00 AM Steve Scholl 651-341-0597; 9/30: 7:00 AM Steve Robertson 651-699-1087.

16 SUN 8:00 AM 15/41 mi. MINNEAPOLIS TOUR (OUTREACH RIDE). Depart from Parade Field at 400 Kenwood Parkway, Mpls. See Outreach Ride section below.

16 SUN 9:00 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 some historic sights along the way. There might be a hill or two, but well worth the adventure. Fun and excitement is always a possibility. Molly "Spokegirl" Lethert, 651-755-6658, Kevin "Wi. Kid" DePratter, 715-386-2404, cell at ride 715-554-0072.

16 SUN 9:30 AM C 22 mi. ROOT RIVER VALLEY TRAIL WEEKEND: LANESBORO TO FOUNTAIN AND ISINOURS EXTRA MILE OPTION. Depart from Lanesboro trail head in downtown Lanesboro. We'll bike from Lanesboro to Fountain and return. Isinours extra-mile option adds 12 miles to trip, optional farewell luncheon after ride. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Paul Huntington, 612-486-2731; Herb Schultz, 952- 941-4381; Cell Phone at ride, 952-334-5382.

16 SUN 10:00 AM C 30 mi. DULUTH SKYLINE PARKWAY RIDE. Depart from the Visitors Information Center off I-35 in Duluth. From I-35, take Exit 249 (S Boundary Ave), then turn right onto Westgate Blvd to the Visitors Information Center. This ride will be on the Duluth Skyline Parkway, which has many scenic views of Duluth and Lake Superior. An optional dinner in Duluth after the ride. Arrive about 9:30 AM to get your bike and self ready. Pre-ride gathering at 9:50. If weather is questionable, check "Ride Cancel Delay" message board at 8:00 AM or contact ride leader before 9:00 AM on morning of ride. If the weather is questionable, check "Ride Cancel Delay" message board. Bill Buse, bbuse-at-charter.net or 218-728-4909, Cell at ride 218-341-8219.

16 SUN 2:00 PM A/B 35-45 mi. HEIGHTS HERE AND THERE. Depart from NE corner of Cub Foods lot, Silver Lake Village Center, Silver Lake Rd just N of 37th Ave NE (CR D) in St Anthony Village. Route and mileage will vary in keeping with the theme of great scenery; and bring a MN road (quality 38th in the US) - apropos bike to ride. All welcome, but bring a biking buddy if you ride less than a B pace. Mary.C.Miller-at-att.net, 763-789-7560.

16 SUN 2:00 PM B 25-35 mi. CRETIN HOP. Depart from University of St. Thomas main lot, NE corner Cretin & Summit Aves, St. Paul. Route will be whatever I think it should be. Map to be posted at www.rideboldly.org the Friday before the ride if you want to compare the route to your hill tolerance before arriving. Julie Kosbab, 651-253-2493, julie-at-rideboldly.org.

16 SUN 2:00 PM C 20/30 mi. ROCHESTER BRUNCH AND LUPPER RIDE. Depart from Soldiers Field. Call ride leader for directions. Easy "C" ride around Rochester on bike trails and some city streets. Stopping at coffee shops and small cafes for re-fueling. Gil Clounie, 507-775-2060, gilclounie-at-yahoo.com.

16 SUN 4:30 PM B 27/32 mi. SUNDAY NIGHTER FROM MOUNDS VIEW. Depart from Silver View Park in Mounds View. The park entrance is off of County Road I just east of Silver Lake Road. Kari laments the lack of rides starting in her 'hood, so here one is at last. The route will include some familiar and not so familiar roads, parkways and trails linked from Blaine down to St. Anthony and Minneapolis. We'll travel through 8 cities (count 'em as we ride through) on one swell ride. Jeff Ramberg, 612-929-2705.

17 MON 10:00 AM C 20-25 mi. RIDE OF THREE CITIES. Depart from Lake Cornelia Park parking lot in Edina. Exit Crosstown at Valley View Rd (South) to park/lake access on right. You will be trekking on paved roads and trails in Edina, Bloomington and Hopkins. Bring a sandwich for a picnic in the park after the ride. Lemonade, chips and dessert will be provided. Ambassadors: Joni Davies, 952-944-2855; Ella Mogilevsky, 612-922-2623; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell at ride 952-334-5382; Co Leader, Open.

17 MON 10:30 AM B 29 mi. PINK EXPRESS. Depart from County Cycles, 2700 Lexington Ave N, Roseville 55113. Park on Woodhill Dr. A scenic ride past Owasso, Vadnais & Bald Eagle Lakes. Leader rides at 14 mph pace. Rest stop is at Caribou Coffee/Einstein Bagels/Cup N Cone. Marina Lim 651-808-5473, marina_lim-at-hotmail.com.

17 MON 5:30 PM A/B 18-28 mi. URBAN WILDLIFE. Depart from Airport Hilton, across the road from the Minnesota River Wildlife Center. From I-494, exit south on 34th Ave, left onto American Blvd, then left into Hilton parking lot at top of hill. Note new depart time. Mileage decreases as sunset times get earlier later in the month. Ride various pleasant routes on low-traffic roads and bike trails up to Harriet Island or south into Rosemount or other southern metro locations. Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-mrbikey.com.

17 MON 6:00 PM N 20-25 mi. "GREAT BUNS". Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co., 534 Selby Ave. St. Paul (parking in lot across from store or park on the street). A nice scenic ride thru St. Paul, with a few hills. Come early and sample some bread, cookies, trail bars and other delicious specials. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-553-0644 x3364; cell 651-285-4224 or Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-1361.

17 MON 6:00 PM N 15-20 mi. MY OH MY MINNEAPOLIS. Depart from the rear parking lot of Sunrise Cyclery Bike Shop, 3031 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis 55408, on the east side of 35W and south edge of Lake St. Sample the best scenery of Minneapolis via premier bicycle routes with many paved trails and some roads. B/C pace - bring lights in case we run out of daylight. Access to shop is not guaranteed - Monday is generally Jamie's day off. However, we have lots of room in the parking lot! Join us for authentic Mexican food afterwards. Laurie Holm and Rob Mann, 612-363-6165.

18 TUE 9:30 AM B/C 22/28/35/41 mi. GATEWAY EXPRESS. Depart from Burger King Parking Lot, Hwy 36 and Century Ave (Hwy 120). Note: Hwy 36 closed west of Century Ave, access the ride start via Hwy 120 or 694 (exit 36 west to Century Ave.) This ride features the Gateway Trail (an all-paved flat and scenic trail). We will offer ride extensions out into Washington County lakes and farms areas, or just ride the 22 mi. Gateway Trail. Jack Uttermark, 612-670-5902, jumark-at-earthlink.net.

18 TUE 4:00 PM A/B 28/33 mi. EARLY EDITION: TEARS, GEARS, & FEARS. Depart from 1195 St Paul Avenue (corner of St Paul Ave & Dorothea). All the tears, gears & fears of the 6 PM ride, and early enough, if you ride fast, to do it again at 6 PM. Driveway parking on Dorothea or on street. Steve Scholl, 651-341-0597, 651-699-1203, srs428-at-msn.com.

18 TUE 5:30 PM C 15/20 mi. RIDES FROM WEBSTER SCHOOL NE (MAPLESS). Depart from Webster School parking lot, Adams St NE & Spring St NE, Mpls. We'll bike various trails and bike-friendly roads and offer a dining venue option after ride. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at Ride, 952-334-5382.

18 TUE 5:00 A/B 33/28 mi. TEARS, GEARS, AND FEARS. Depart from parking lot of Temple of Aaron, East Mississippi River Blvd. Note new start times: 9/4 at 5:30, 9/11 at 5:15, 9/18 and 9/25 at 5:00 PM. Classic TCBC hill training ride. Daylight restrictions require that you be able to finish the ride at least 16 MPH average. Rebecca Lawrence 612-481-4145 (coordinator); various ride leaders.

18 TUE 5:45 PM (Note earlier departure) A/B 36/29/24 mi. THE ACAPULCO RIDE. Miles will decrease as daylight lessens. From I-694, take Hwy 36 east for 6.5 miles to Stillwater. Turn left on Washington Ave (first stoplight past the Hwy 5 overpass) Take an immediate right on the frontage road for 1/4 mile to the Valley Ridge Mall and Acapulco Restaurant on the left. We'll roll on quiet roads to Afton, eat afterwards and just have fun. What more could you ask for? Rain may force cancellation of the ride at the leader’s discretion, but we can still eat! Call if in doubt. Hey, all you strong B-riders, are you out there? We need you!!! (Note that Hwy 36 is closed through North St. Paul.) Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676.

19 WED 10:00 AM C 20/25 mi. VISIT VICTORIA HOUSE. Depart from Minnetonka Community Center parking lot, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd. Park in rear by skating arena. We'll trek to Victoria on LRT (packed limestone) and lunch at the renowned Victoria House (bring your Entertainment Happenings coupon) and return. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at Ride, 952-334-5382.

19 WED 10:30 AM A/B 40-65 mi; shortcut options available. WILDS OF WI. Depart from Wisconsin Visitor Center just off exit 2 of I-94 in Hudson, WI. Variety of routes along traffic-free country roads. Self-sufficient B riders welcome, SCENIC RIDERS ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED. Due to location, if weather is at all questionable call leader at 651-690-2100 before coming to start. If (and only if) ride is cancelled, there will be a message to that effect on my answering machine after 9:30 Wed. morning. Sue Blum, 651-690-2100, sueblum-at-earthlink.net.

19 WED 6:00 PM N 25 mi. "THUNDER ROLLS". Depart from Sunrise Cyclery, 3031 2nd Ave So. Mpls (Lake St & 35 W). A nice scenic ride around three lakes, and on the trails and roads to Hopkins. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-553-0644 x3364 cell 651-285-4224; Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-1361.

19 WED 6:00 PM N 25 mi. SLP'ING OUT NITE. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd (between 100 & 169) and Texas Av in St Louis Park. Mostly on paved trails and bicycle lanes. Meet the group furthest out in the parking lot straight out from the store's entrance door, as Erik's "A" team meets right by the front door. Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-mrbikey.com & Richard Franco, 651-246-3863.

19 WED 6:00 PM C 10-15 mi. WHIMSICAL WEDNESDAYS. Depart from St. Joan of Arc Church, 4537 3rd Ave S, Mpls. One block east and north of the 46th St. exit of 35W. This is a slow and relaxed ride around the waterways of South Minneapolis, mostly on trails. The length will depend on the speed of participants and daylight conditions. This is a mapless ride and we'll all ride together. Edie Kalweit, 952-707-0401, ediekalweit-at-cs.com.

19 WED 6:00 PM N 20-25 mi. THE WHOLE ENCHILADA!. Depart from the Roseville Professional Center on the SW corner of Hwy 36 and Hamline Ave (2233 Hamline Ave N) in Roseville. Park at the west end of the lot. Front and rear lights required; cross or mountain bikes recommended. Ride past lakes and parks of the area. Join your compadres afterwards at La Casita, home of the 99 cent taco, or other establishment for fun and refueling. Andele! Andele! Epa! Epa! Yeehah!! Mary Derks, 651-335-6505, mderks-at-comcast.net and others. Note: we will be on gravel trails for a portion of the ride, so bring a bike with suitable tires.

19 WED 6:00 PM B 17-29 mi. RIDING FROM RICHFIELD. Leave on this evening adventure as the last bell rings from the steeple of the Richfield’s Woodlake Lutheran Church at 76th and Oliver Ave in Richfield. Pedal the path of the previous enjoyed “Valley View Review”. Options of 29, 22 1/2, or 17 1/2 miles. Carmen Kissel, carmenkissel66-at-yahoo.com, Phone: 612-281-0129

20 THU 9:30 AM B 45 mi. THURSDAYS ON THE CANNON. Depart from the Welch Village trail head. With a summer of biking to get legs in shape, and cool autumn days, it's time to speed up the weekly ride to the "B" pace. We'll bike to Red Wing's Levee Park, near the St. James, then return to Welch for a pit stop, and then on to Cannon Falls for lunch at The Stone Mill. Finally, on a full and satisfied stomach, we'll ride the 10 miles downhill back to Welch. $3 daily permit or $15 season pass required. Don Picard, don451-at-mac.com. 952-894-3431. Mobile phone at ride: 612-396-3884.

20 THU 10:00 AM C 22/30 mi. GATEWAY GETAWAY SOCIAL C RIDE. Depart from BK/Burger Konig at 120 und Hwy 36, North St. Paul. It's an all-paved scenic straight trail. Please park to the rear of the parking lot. (Just keep an eye out for a forest green Panzerwagon - VW Euro van). Rest stop at the end of the trail. (Note: Hwy 36 is totally under construction from White Bear Ave. to 120/Century Ave). Any question? Call Augie "aka The Gus Meister" Muller fon# 651-770-5065.

20 THU 10:00 AM C 25 mi. TOUR DE LAKE MINNETONKA. Depart from Minnetonka Community Center parking lot, 14600 Minnetonka Blvd. (Minnetonka Blvd and Willston Rd) 0.6 mi west of Hwy 494. Park in upper lot by skating rink. We'll bike paved roads out and LRT (crushed limestone) on our return. Lunch stop at Adele's (famous for frozen custard and old fashioned ice cream) in Excelsior. Route is especially scenic and we can view fall blossoms at flower garden on our way out. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell at ride 952-334-5382; Ambassador; June Johnson, 615-869-1710.

20 THU 5:00 A/B 25 or 30 mi. THURSDAY THERAPY. Improve your relationship with your bike on a scenic ride through northern Dakota County. Depart from the parking lot of HealthPartners, corner of Wabasha and Plato, across the Wabasha Street Bridge from downtown St. Paul. Park at the west end of the lot, farthest from the building. Ride time is 5:30 PM on 9/6 and 9/13, and 5:00 PM on 9/20 and 9/27. Various leaders. Tony Wanschura, 651-224-8360, tonyjw-at-mindspring.com.

20 THU 5:30 PM A/B 22/30 mi. THIGHS, SIGHS, AND CRIES. Depart from parking lot in front of Woody's Grill at Shady Oak Rd and City West Pkwy in Eden Prairie. NOTE EARLIER START TIME. A long-time western metro favorite. Join us as we experience the rolling hills of Eden Prairie and Minnetonka. A great hill training ride, with shorter options. Self-sufficient B riders welcome. You'll sigh and cry but your thighs will thank you! NOTE: Restroom facilities at SuperAmerica on Shady Oak Rd across from Woody's. Dianne Bell, tacobell63-at-yahoo.com, 612-554-1331; Mike Beadles, mrbikey-at-mrbikey.com, 612-839-5406; Scott Larson, scottglarson-at-comcast.net, 651-455-0749.

20 THU 6:00 PM N 20-25 mi. THE HEIGHTS NORDEAST TO NORTHEAST. Depart from NE corner of Cub Foods lot, Silver Lake Village Center, Silver Lake Rd just N of 37th Ave NE (CR D) in St Anthony Village. Route and mileage will vary, in keeping with the theme of good roads and great scenery. All welcome, but bring a friend if you ride less than a B pace. Lights required, front and rear. Mary.C.Miller-at-att.net, 763-789-7560.

20 THU 6:00 PM B 15-25 mi. A DUTCH TREAT. Depart from Plymouth Station Shopping Center, Highway 55 and County 24 in Plymouth, 2 mi west of I-494. Park at north end by the tower. Scenic back roads of Medina, Maple Plain, Loretto, and Hamel. Rolling hills. Socialize over a light meal at Panera's after the ride. (Map to start: http://zzzurn.com/maps/plymouthstation.html) Your leaders: Kay Mitchell 612-801-6151 and Evie Walters 763-221-3809.

20 THU 6:00 PM N 25 mi. SIGHTS OF THE HEIGHTS. Depart from Mendota Plaza, located less than 1 mile east of 35E on Hwy 110 and Dodd Road in Mendota Heights. Watch the setting sun as we explore parts of northern Dakota County and Fort Snelling Park on this early autumn Night Ride. The route will use a mix of trails and roads. Front and rear lights are required and the group must stay together. Cross or mountain bikes are recommended on night rides to provide a more stable ride and to minimize the chances for flats. Jeff Johnson & Patt Seleen 651-552-9131.

21-23 WOW!! WEEKEND ON WOBEGON. Come and explore the Lake Wobegon Trail over three fall days and enjoy after-ride fun activities. Don Picard, 952-894-3431; Paul Huntington, 651-486-2731; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381.

21 FRI 10:00 AM A/B 28/47/63 mi. MMVII METRIC. Depart from Vadnais-Sucker Lake Park, 4500 Rice St. 55127, north parking lot. A classic ride to Marine on St. Croix with a tasty sandwich at the General Store or a shorter version to Pine Point and back. 9/7 Jack Uttermark 612-670-5902, 9/14 Dave Pfuhl 651-429-3344, 9/21 Katie Angle 763-208-3595, 9/28 Michael McNutt 651-208-3185 .

21 FRI 10:30 AM C+ 30 mi. WOW!! WEEKEND ON WOBEGON - SAUK CENTRE TO FREEPORT WITH OSAKIS SPUR OPTION. Meet at Sauk Centre trail head. From Hwy I-94, take exit 127 north onto Hwy 71. Turn left on Hwy 17 and continue to trail head on left. We'll bike to Freeport, have lunch, and return. Osakis extra mile option adds 18 miles. Optional group dining and activities after ride. Don Picard, 952-894-3431; Paul Huntington, 651-486-2731; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381. Cell phone at ride: 952-334-5382.

21 FRI 5:30 PM B 20-30 mi. TGIF DINNER SERIES. Depart from the rear lot of Burnet Realty at Highway 96 and Hodgson Road in North Oaks. Optional post-ride dinner at Panino's. Map to start: http://www.zzzurn.com/maps/burnshore.html Lee Thielman 651-483-9650.

21 FRI 6:00 PM N 20-30 mi. FRIDAY CENTRAL. Depart from West side of Langford Park Bldg, at the south end of the park that starts about 1 block SW of the intersection of Como and Raymond Aves near the St Paul campus of the U of M and the state fairgrounds. Please see previous newsletters for more complete directions. From the north, exit 35 W at the left exit for Cleveland Ave which turns into Raymond Ave. and take a R at Blake Ave to Langford Park. Relaxing Friday eve. scenery and great Italian food from Bascali's wood-fired, brick oven following. Be sure you have your lights for this night ride. Mary.C.Miller-at-att.net, 763-789-7560.

22 SAT 7:15 AM AB 52/64/84 mi. COON RAPIDS RIVER RIDE REVISED. Depart from Eriks Bike Shop 2120 Northdale Blvd NW Coon Rapids, MN 55433 . Come enjoy riding through Anoka and Isanti county Jeff Hofstede 763-516-2150. (Web Ride)

22 SAT 7:30 AM B 35-45 mi. HAR-MARTIAN. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Ave. N., Roseville (across from Har Mar Mall, next to McDonald's). This ride features a variety of routes, each guaranteed to include at least one lake, one trail, and one rest stop with decent snacks. Make the most of your Saturday--get up and ride early! Self-sufficient B/C riders most welcome. NO RIDE SEPTEMBER 29. Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175, hansonca96-at-comcast.net.

22 SAT 9:00 AM B 20-25 mi. SONNY SIDE UP. Depart from Sonny's Ice Cream (Crema Cafe) at 3401 Lyndale Ave. So. Stay for brunch on the piazza after the ride. Great food! Your leaders: Kay Mitchell 612-801-6151 and Evie Walters 763-221-3809.

22 SAT 9:00 AM C 20/40 mi. ROTER FLUGEL & KANONIKER BALLLAUF. Depart from Welch Village Picnic area, on County Rd 7. Red Wing - Cannon Falls Run; it's an all paved bike trail. Welch Village is between Red Wing & Cannon Falls. We'll have a lunch break in Red Wing or Cannon Falls, your call on the one. Because of the distance und always the possibilities of inclement weather, please do make that call before coming to the ride to make sure it's a go. Augie aka "The Gus Meister" Muller fon# 651-770-5065.

22 SAT 9:30 AM A/B 70-80 mi. WI HILLS MENOMONIE. Depart from Riverside Park in Menomonie, WI. Take I-94 to Menomonie, then 25 south to 29, then right on 29 across the river to the park. Challenging hills and little-traveled rural roads. Shorter option available. Details on TCBC MSN "Rides and Trips" message board during week before ride. If weather threatens, check "Ride Cancel Delay" message board at 7:00 AM or contact ride leader before 7:45 AM on morning of ride. A rained-out Saturday ride will be rescheduled (via the message board) for the next day whenever feasible. Tony Wanschura, tonyjw-at-mindspring.com, 651-224-8360. (Web Ride)

22 SAT 10:30 AM C+ 25-35 mi. WOW!! WEEKEND ON WOBEGON - ALBANY, FREEPORT, AND HOLDINGFORD. Meet at City Office / library parking lot in Albany. From Hwy I-94, take exit 147 north onto 8th St to first stop sign. Turn right (antique store on corner) and continue 5 blocks to parking lot. We'll bike to Freeport and check out Charlie's (caramel rolls and pies), return towards Albany, take cutoff to Holdingford, have lunch at Lake Wobegon Cafe, check out spur north from Holdingford, and return to Albany. Optional after-ride and evening activities in and around Albany / Avon environs. Don Picard, 952-894-3431; Paul Huntington, 651-486-2731; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381. Cell Phone at Ride: 952-334-5382.

22 SAT 11:00 AM AB 40 mi. OUT TO LORETTO. Depart from the Spring Gate Shopping Center on the SW corner of Highway 100 & Duluth Street. Enjoy a ride with your friends, with a rest stop at the Retro Cafe in Loretto. Susan Evan, 612-729-1441, bikersusan@hotmail.com. (Web Ride)

22 SAT 7 to 9 AM 45/75/100 mi (non-TCBC) HEADWATERS 100 in Park Rapids. www.parkrapids.com or 1-800-247-0054.

23 SUN 6:45 to 7:00 AM A/AB 63, 80, 102, 152 mi. SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. Depart from Perkins Restaurant, New Brighton [zipcode 55112], 2 blks west of I-35W on Cty Rd D. Choose one of four mileage options to ride in the city and country plus the whole Gateway Trail, starting with the solitude of the sunrise. NO RIDE SEPT 2nd. Note: The depart time and ride leader varies each Sunday as follows: 9/9: 6:45 AM Jim Joy 612-827-6995; 9/16: 7:00 AM Richard Franco 651-246-3863; 9/23: 7:00 AM Steve Scholl 651-341-0597; 9/30: 7:00 AM Steve Robertson 651-699-1087.

23 SUN 9:30 AM C+ 30 mi. WOW!! WEEKEND ON WOBEGON - ALBANY TO ST JOSEPH. Meet at City Office / Library parking lot in Albany. From Hwy I-94, take exit 147 north onto 8th St to first stop sign. Turn right (antique store on corner) and continue 5 blocks to parking lot. We'll bike to St. Joseph, have lunch at the famous Bo Diddly restaurant, and return. Don Picard, 952-894-3431; Paul Huntington, 651-486-2731; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381. Cell phone at ride: 952-334-5382.

23 SUN 9:30 AM C 20-25 mi. SUNDAY MORNING TO HOPKINS DEPOT. Depart from Painters Community Park, 34th and Lyndale in Minneapolis (across from Sonny's Ice Cream). This will be a leisurely ride starting at Painters Community Park. We will ride the streets and trails to Hopkins Depot for a snack before returning to the hustle and bustle of city life. Optional ice cream at Sonny's after the ride (provided they are open). Kevin DePratter, 715-386-2404, cell at ride 715-554-0072, e-mail rocky07-at-att.net.

23 SUN 10:00 AM A/B 54 or 68 mi. A RIDE IN THE CLOUDS. Depart from Ojibway Park in Woodbury. Exit 494 at Lake Rd and head east. At the light on Courtly, go SE (left) to Ojibway Dr, then right into the park. Note: if an event fills the lot, park at the High School which is just west of the park on Wooddale. Scenic ride through Grey Cloud Island and the Afton area. Some hilly sections with roads that appear to lead into the clouds. Jeff Johnson & Patt Seleen 651-552-9131.

23 SUN 10:00 AM B/C 27 mi. B' DAM'D 'N BACK. Depart from Steamworks Coffee and Tea Co, corner of 44th Ave N and Penn Ave. N in Minneapolis. We'll head north on Shingle Creek Trail and hook up with the North Hennepin Trail to Coon Rapids Dam for a short break, then head back along the Mississippi River Corridor Trail. Please park on neighborhood streets to the west and south, not in coffee shop parking lot. Come early for waffles and other goodies at the coffee shop. Kelly Hazel and Jim Pittenger, 612-588-3653, jbpittenger-at-landolakes.com.

23 SUN 2:00 PM A/B 35-45 mi. HEIGHTS HERE AND THERE. Depart from NE corner of Cub Foods lot, Silver Lake Village Center, Silver Lake Rd just N of 37th Ave NE (CR D) in St Anthony Village. Route and mileage will vary in keeping with the theme of great scenery; and bring a MN road (quality 38th in the US) - apropos bike to ride. All welcome, but bring a biking buddy if you ride less than a B pace. Mary.C.Miller-at-att.net, 763-789-7560.

23 SUN 2:00 PM B 25-35 mi. CRETIN HOP. Depart from University of St. Thomas main lot, NE corner Cretin & Summit Aves, St. Paul. Route will be whatever I think it should be. Map to be posted at www.rideboldly.org the Friday before the ride if you want to compare the route to your hill tolerance before arriving. Julie Kosbab, 651-253-2493, julie-at-rideboldly.org.

23 SUN 2:00 PM C 20/30 mi. LACROSSE LUPPER EXCURSION. Depart from Riverside Park. Call ride leader for directions. Easy "C" ride around LaCrosse, WI on bike trails and some city streets. Stopping during the ride at a coffee shop. After ride dinner at restaurant of choice. Gil Clounie, 507-775-2060, gilclounie-at-yahoo.com.

23 SUN 4:30 PM B 27/32 mi. SUNDAY NIGHTER FROM MOUNDS VIEW. Depart from Silver View Park in Mounds View. The park entrance is off of County Road I just east of Silver Lake Road. Kari laments the lack of rides starting in her 'hood, so here one is at last. The route will include some familiar and not so familiar roads, parkways and trails linked from Blaine down to St. Anthony and Minneapolis. We'll travel through 8 cities (count 'em as we ride through) on one swell ride. Jeff Ramberg, 612-929-2705.

24 MON 10:00 AM C 30 mi. MARY'S RIDE. Depart from Minnehaha Falls parking lot (north of pavilion). Pay to park in lot or park free on adjacent streets. We'll bike Summit Ave, Gateway Trail, Mcknight Rd, Battle Creek Regional Park, Warner Rd, Samuel Morgan Trail, Shepard Road and Great River Trail. Ride is on paved trails and city streets. BRING LUNCH TO EAT ALONG THE TRAIL. Ambassador: June Johnson, 612-869-1710; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell at ride 952-334-5382; Co Leader, Open.

24 MON 10:30 AM B 29 mi. ORANGE EXPRESS. Depart from County Cycles, 2700 Lexington Ave N, Roseville 55113. Park on Woodhill Dr. A scenic ride past Owasso, Vadnais & Bald Eagle Lakes. Rest stop is at Caribou Coffee/Einstein Bagels/Cup N Cone. Michael McNutt, 651-208-3185.

24 MON 5:30 PM A/B 18-28 mi. URBAN WILDLIFE. Depart from Airport Hilton, across the road from the Minnesota River Wildlife Center. From I-494, exit south on 34th Ave, left onto American Blvd, then left into Hilton parking lot at top of hill. Note new depart time. Mileage decreases as sunset times get earlier later in the month. Ride various pleasant routes on low-traffic roads and bike trails up to Harriet Island or south into Rosemount or other southern metro locations. Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-mrbikey.com.

24 MON 6:00 PM N 20-25 mi. "GREAT BUNS". Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co., 534 Selby Ave. St. Paul (parking in lot across from store or park on the street). A nice scenic ride thru St. Paul, with a few hills. Come early and sample some bread, cookies, trail bars and other delicious specials. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-553-0644 x3364; cell 651-285-4224 or Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-1361.

24 MON 6:00 PM N 15-20 mi. MY OH MY MINNEAPOLIS. Depart from the rear parking lot of Sunrise Cyclery Bike Shop, 3031 2nd Ave S, Minneapolis 55408, on the east side of 35W and south edge of Lake St. Sample the best scenery of Minneapolis via premier bicycle routes with many paved trails and some roads. B/C pace - bring lights in case we run out of daylight. Access to shop is not guaranteed - Monday is generally Jamie's day off. However, we have lots of room in the parking lot! Join us for authentic Mexican food afterwards. Laurie Holm and Rob Mann, 612-363-6165.

25 TUE 8:30 AM B 100 mi. CENTURY ON THE CANNON. Depart from Welch Village trailhead . If you've been afraid to tackle a Century, here's your chance to do the easiest Century ever. We'll start at Welch and basically do the 20-mile Cannon Valley Trail 5 times. Boring? Maybe, but easy and convenient. There are restroom facilities throughout, water at Welch and Cannon Falls, you're never more than 10 miles from your car if you have to bail, and I'll have refreshments in a cooler as we take a break at Welch each time we pass through Don Picard, don451@mac.com. 952-894-3431. Mobile phone at ride: 612-396-3884. (Web Ride)

25 TUE 9:30 AM B/C 22/28/35/41 mi. GATEWAY EXPRESS. Depart from Burger King Parking Lot, Hwy 36 and Century Ave (Hwy 120). Note: Hwy 36 closed west of Century Ave, access the ride start via Hwy 120 or 694 (exit 36 west to Century Ave.) This ride features the Gateway Trail (an all-paved flat and scenic trail). We will offer ride extensions out into Washington County lakes and farms areas, or just ride the 22 mi. Gateway Trail. Jack Uttermark, 612-670-5902, jumark-at-earthlink.net.

25 TUE 10:15 AM C 20 mi. CRUISE TO BELLA CUCINA. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 16376 Wagner Way, Eden Prairie. From Hwy 5 /Eden Prairie Rd intersection, go north to Wagner Way and turn right and next left into strip mall parking lot. We'll bike a select Eden Prairie /Bloomington route to Bella Cucina for lunch and then return. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell at ride 952-334-5382; Co Leader, Open.

25 TUE 4:00 PM A/B 28/33 mi. EARLY EDITION: TEARS, GEARS, & FEARS. Depart from 1195 St Paul Avenue (corner of St Paul Ave & Dorothea). All the tears, gears & fears of the 6 PM ride, and early enough, if you ride fast, to do it again at 6 PM. Driveway parking on Dorothea or on street. Steve Scholl, 651-341-0597, 651-699-1203, srs428-at-msn.com.

25 TUE 5:30 PM C 15/20 mi. RIDES FROM WEBSTER SCHOOL NE (MAPLESS). Depart from Webster School parking lot, Adams St NE & Spring St NE, Mpls. We'll bike various trails and bike-friendly roads and offer a dining venue option after ride. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at Ride, 952-334-5382.

25 TUE 5:00 A/B 33/28 mi. TEARS, GEARS, AND FEARS. Depart from parking lot of Temple of Aaron, East Mississippi River Blvd. Note new start times: 9/4 at 5:30, 9/11 at 5:15, 9/18 and 9/25 at 5:00 PM. Classic TCBC hill training ride. Daylight restrictions require that you be able to finish the ride at least 16 MPH average. Rebecca Lawrence 612-481-4145 (coordinator); various ride leaders.

25 TUE 5:45 PM (Note earlier departure) A/B 36/29/24 mi. THE ACAPULCO RIDE. Miles will decrease as daylight lessens. From I-694, take Hwy 36 east for 6.5 miles to Stillwater. Turn left on Washington Ave (first stoplight past the Hwy 5 overpass) Take an immediate right on the frontage road for 1/4 mile to the Valley Ridge Mall and Acapulco Restaurant on the left. We'll roll on quiet roads to Afton, eat afterwards and just have fun. What more could you ask for? Rain may force cancellation of the ride at the leader’s discretion, but we can still eat! Call if in doubt. Hey, all you strong B-riders, are you out there? We need you!!! (Note that Hwy 36 is closed through North St. Paul.) Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676.

25 TUE 6:00 PM N 25 mi. TUESDAYS FROM AARON. Depart from Temple of Aaron, 616 S. Mississippi River Blvd, park in the north lot or on Hartford Ave. Just because the days are getting shorter doesn't mean we can't ride from the Temple of Aaron. Get your lights and join us for a ride from this great river locale. Hugh Gitlin, 651-470-1694, hughsterg-at-aol.com, and TBA.

26 WED 10:00 AM C 28 mi. MINNETONKA MEANDER. Depart from Luce Line trail head. (no facilities). From Hwy 394/Hwy 12, exit to County Rd 15 (Gleason Lake Rd) in Wayzata. Turn right (northeast), then left (north) on Viksburg Lane, then left on 10th Ave and follow signs to trail. Route includes portions of LRT and Luce Line trails using connecting County Rd 19 and North Shore City Rd 51. Our rest stop is at Minnetonka City Hall and lunch stop is at the 318 Cafe in Excelsior. LRT and Luce Line Trails are packed limestone. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at Ride, 952-334-5382.

26 WED 10:30 AM A/B 40-65 mi; shortcut options available. WILDS OF WI. Depart from Wisconsin Visitor Center just off exit 2 of I-94 in Hudson, WI. Variety of routes along traffic-free country roads. Self-sufficient B riders welcome, SCENIC RIDERS ESPECIALLY ENCOURAGED. Due to location, if weather is at all questionable call leader at 651-690-2100 before coming to start. If (and only if) ride is cancelled, there will be a message to that effect on my answering machine after 9:30 Wed. morning. Sue Blum, 651-690-2100, sueblum-at-earthlink.net.

26 WED 6:00 PM N 25 mi. "THUNDER ROLLS". Depart from Sunrise Cyclery, 3031 2nd Ave So. Mpls (Lake St & 35 W). A nice scenic ride around three lakes, and on the trails and roads to Hopkins. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-553-0644 x3364 cell 651-285-4224; Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-1361.

26 WED 6:00 PM N 25 mi. SLP'ING OUT NITE. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop on corner of Minnetonka Blvd (between 100 & 169) and Texas Av in St Louis Park. Mostly on paved trails and bicycle lanes. Meet the group furthest out in the parking lot straight out from the store's entrance door, as Erik's "A" team meets right by the front door. Mike Beadles, 612-839-5406, mrbikey-at-mrbikey.com & Richard Franco, 651-246-3863.

26 WED 6:00 PM C 10-15 mi. WHIMSICAL WEDNESDAYS. Depart from St. Joan of Arc Church, 4537 3rd Ave S, Mpls. One block east and north of the 46th St. exit of 35W. This is a slow and relaxed ride around the waterways of South Minneapolis, mostly on trails. The length will depend on the speed of participants and daylight conditions. This is a mapless ride and we'll all ride together. Edie Kalweit, 952-707-0401, ediekalweit-at-cs.com.

26 WED 6:00 PM N 20-25 mi. THE WHOLE ENCHILADA!. Depart from the Roseville Professional Center on the SW corner of Hwy 36 and Hamline Ave (2233 Hamline Ave N) in Roseville. Park at the west end of the lot. Front and rear lights required; cross or mountain bikes recommended. Ride past lakes and parks of the area. Join your compadres afterwards at La Casita, home of the 99 cent taco, or other establishment for fun and refueling. Andele! Andele! Epa! Epa! Yeehah!! Mary Derks, 651-335-6505, mderks-at-comcast.net and others.

26 WED 6:00 PM B 17-29 mi. RIDING FROM RICHFIELD. Leave on this evening adventure as the last bell rings from the steeple of the Richfield’s Woodlake Lutheran Church at 76th and Oliver Ave in Richfield. Pedal the path of the previous enjoyed “Valley View Review”. Options of 29, 22 1/2, or 17 1/2 miles. Carmen Kissel, carmenkissel66-at-yahoo.com, Phone: 612-281-0129

27 THU 9:30 AM B 45 mi. THURSDAYS ON THE CANNON. Depart from the Welch Village trail head. With a summer of biking to get legs in shape, and cool autumn days, it's time to speed up the weekly ride to the "B" pace. We'll bike to Red Wing's Levee Park, near the St. James, then return to Welch for a pit stop, and then on to Cannon Falls for lunch at The Stone Mill. Finally, on a full and satisfied stomach, we'll ride the 10 miles downhill back to Welch. $3 daily permit or $15 season pass required. Don Picard, don451-at-mac.com. 952-894-3431. Mobile phone at ride: 612-396-3884.

27 THU 10:00 AM C 22/30 mi. GATEWAY GETAWAY SOCIAL C RIDE. Depart from BK/Burger Konig at 120 und Hwy 36, North St. Paul. It's an all-paved scenic straight trail. Please park to the rear of the parking lot. (Just keep an eye out for a forest green Panzerwagon - VW Euro van). Rest stop at the end of the trail. (Note: Hwy 36 is totally under construction from White Bear Ave. to 120/Century Ave). Any question? Call Augie "aka The Gus Meister" Muller fon# 651-770-5065.

27 THU 10:00 AM C 30 mi. LOOKING FOR FALL COLORS. Depart from Sweet Lorraine's Restaurant at 2403 E 38th St (Corner 24th Ave/38th St /Mpls). PARK ON STREETS. Enjoy a leisurely social ride from South Minneapolis to Theo Wirth Park and back. Lunch at Sweet Lorraine's after ride. Ambassador: June Johnson, 612-869-1710; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381, Cell at ride 952-334-5382; Co Leader, Open.


27 THU 10:00 AM AB 30-35 mi. CITY EXPLORER. Depart from picnic area just north of parking lot near Lake Harriet bandshell. Routes vary - St. Paul, Plymouth, Eden Prairie, Grand Round. Katie Angle 763-208-3595 9/20, Susan Evan 612-729-1441 9/27. (Web Ride)

27 THU 5:00 A/B 25 or 30 mi. THURSDAY THERAPY. Improve your relationship with your bike on a scenic ride through northern Dakota County. Depart from the parking lot of HealthPartners, corner of Wabasha and Plato, across the Wabasha Street Bridge from downtown St. Paul. Park at the west end of the lot, farthest from the building. Ride time is 5:30 PM on 9/6 and 9/13, and 5:00 PM on 9/20 and 9/27. Various leaders. Tony Wanschura, 651-224-8360, tonyjw-at-mindspring.com.

27 THU 5:30 PM A/B 22/30 mi. THIGHS, SIGHS, AND CRIES. Depart from parking lot in front of Woody's Grill at Shady Oak Rd and City West Pkwy in Eden Prairie. NOTE EARLIER START TIME. A long-time western metro favorite. Join us as we experience the rolling hills of Eden Prairie and Minnetonka. A great hill training ride, with shorter options. Self-sufficient B riders welcome. You'll sigh and cry but your thighs will thank you! NOTE: Restroom facilities at SuperAmerica on Shady Oak Rd across from Woody's. Dianne Bell, tacobell63-at-yahoo.com, 612-554-1331; Mike Beadles, mrbikey-at-mrbikey.com, 612-839-5406; Scott Larson, scottglarson-at-comcast.net, 651-455-0749.

27 THU 6:00 PM N 20-25 mi. THE HEIGHTS NORDEAST TO NORTHEAST. Depart from NE corner of Cub Foods lot, Silver Lake Village Center, Silver Lake Rd just N of 37th Ave NE (CR D) in St Anthony Village. Route and mileage will vary, in keeping with the theme of good roads and great scenery. All welcome, but bring a friend if you ride less than a B pace. Lights required, front and rear. Mary.C.Miller-at-att.net, 763-789-7560.

27 THU 6:00 PM B 15-25 mi. A DUTCH TREAT. Depart from Plymouth Station Shopping Center, Highway 55 and County 24 in Plymouth, 2 mi west of I-494. Park at north end by the tower. Scenic back roads of Medina, Maple Plain, Loretto, and Hamel. Rolling hills. Socialize over a light meal at Panera's after the ride. (Map to start: http://zzzurn.com/maps/plymouthstation.html) Your leaders: Kay Mitchell 612-801-6151 and Evie Walters 763-221-3809.

27 THU 6:00 PM N 25 mi. SIGHTS OF THE HEIGHTS. Depart from Mendota Plaza, located less than 1 mile east of 35E on Hwy 110 and Dodd Road in Mendota Heights. Watch the setting sun as we explore parts of northern Dakota County and Fort Snelling Park on this early autumn Night Ride. The route will use a mix of trails and roads. Front and rear lights are required and the group must stay together. Cross or mountain bikes are recommended on night rides to provide a more stable ride and to minimize the chances for flats. Jeff Johnson & Patt Seleen 651-552-9131.

28 FRI 10:00 AM A/B 28/47/63 mi. MMVII METRIC. Depart from Vadnais-Sucker Lake Park, 4500 Rice St. 55127, north parking lot. A classic ride to Marine on St. Croix with a tasty sandwich at the General Store or a shorter version to Pine Point and back. 9/7 Jack Uttermark 612-670-5902, 9/14 Dave Pfuhl 651-429-3344, 9/21 Katie Angle 763-208-3595, 9/28 Michael McNutt 651-208-3185 .

28 FRI 10:00 AM C 20 mi. SWEDE HOLLOW / LAKES ROUNDABOUT. Depart from Swede Hollow trail head parking lot at 7th St & Payne Ave (St Paul). Trail head has limited parking so use adjacent streets for overflow. We'll bike paved area streets exploring Lakes Gervais, Phalen, Swede Hollow/Bruce Vento trails and Indian Mounds Park. En route rest stop and optional luncheon at Swede Hollow Cafe. (Garden dining menu of gratifying sandwiches, soups and outstanding house made desserts) Expect some worthy hills on this route. John Hoffmann, 715-834-7897; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Cell at ride 952-334-5382.

28 FRI 1:00 PM A/B 35 mi. OUT & ABOUT. Depart from the picnic area, just north of the parking lot, near the Lake Harriet Bandshell. Play hooky from work and get a jump start on your weekend riding. Susan Evan, 612-729-1441, bikersusan-at-hotmail.com.

28 FRI 3:00 PM AB 44/32 mi. FRIDAY TO THE LAKE. Depart from Erik's bike shop, NW corner of Minnetonka Blvd and Texas Ave, St Louis Park. Head west to Lake Independence on a somewhat challenging, varied-terrain ride thru the western suburbs. Rest stop at the Retro in Loretto. Route and distance will vary slightly each week. Short cut options available. Jon Koser 952-545-4133 9/7 and 9/14, George Hagemann 612-251-4400 9/28   NO RIDE 9/21. (Web Ride)

28 FRI 5:15 PM B 20-30 mi. TGIF DINNER SERIES. Depart from the rear lot of Burnet Realty at Highway 96 and Hodgson Road in North Oaks. Optional post-ride dinner at Panino's. Map to start: http://www.zzzurn.com/maps/burnshore.html Mark Gregory 651-490-1626.

28 FRI 6:00 PM N 20-30 mi. FRIDAY CENTRAL. Depart from West side of Langford Park Bldg, at the south end of the park that starts about 1 block SW of the intersection of Como and Raymond Aves near the St Paul campus of the U of M and the state fairgrounds. Please see previous newsletters for more complete directions. From the north, exit 35 W at the left exit for Cleveland Ave which turns into Raymond Ave. and take a R at Blake Ave to Langford Park. Relaxing Friday eve. scenery and great Italian food from Bascali's wood-fired, brick oven following. Be sure you have your lights for this night ride. Mary.C.Miller-at-att.net, 763-789-7560.

28 FRI 6:00 PM N 20-25 mi. "MIGHTY MOOSE". Depart from Moose Country Eatery 857 Hwy 13 Lilydale. Bring your climbing legs, we will climb a few hills in St. Paul. But the best part of all we will have some very nice downhills too. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 651-486-2731 651-285-4224; Catherine "STAT CAT" Roach 651-341-3454; Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-1361.

29 SAT 7:00 AM C 15-20 mi. "GO (4) IT" (PART ONE). Depart from Sunrise Cyclery, 3031 2nd Ave., Mpls. (Lake St. & 35W). A nice mapless (4) Part ride at a nice "C" pace. Part 1 will lead us to St. Paul to Great Harvest Bread for a stop for breakfast, MMMMM rolls, cinnamon bread. Part 2 will be ride "GREAT ROLLS" and lead us back to Mpls. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-553-0644 x3364 or 651-285-4224; Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-1361 and OTHERS.

29 SAT 7:00 AM AB/B/BC/C 15/25/55 mi. OUTREACH RIDE: TATER TOUR BIKE RIDE. Depart from Check-in 7:00-9:00 a.m. 55 mi and 8:00-10:00 a.m. See Outreach Ride section below.

29 SAT 7:30 AM C 22 mi. BIKE TO BREAKFAST. Depart from Centennial Church, 1524 West County Road C2, Roseville, corner of C2 and Snelling. The destination is the Stone Arch Bridge with breakfast at Kramarczuk's Deli/Restaurant on Hennepin. Well worth getting out early for. Don Hopkins, 651-628-9713, Cell: 651-216-8690, dchopkin-at-aol.com.

29 SAT 9:00 AM B 20-25 mi. SONNY SIDE UP. Depart from Sonny's Ice Cream (Crema Cafe) at 3401 Lyndale Ave. So. Stay for brunch on the piazza after the ride. Great food! Your leaders: Kay Mitchell 612-801-6151 and Evie Walters 763-221-3809.

29 SAT 9:00 AM A/B 45 or 90 mi. MORNING GLORY BAKERY. Depart from the parking lot in Mendota on the north side of Sibley Highway, west of Sibley House and east and downhill from St. Peter's Church by Mendota Bridge. Park in lot or on the street. No restrooms at start of ride. Ride to Morning Glory Bakery in Rosemount and return through SSP/WSP. Long option to Northfield. Steve Scholl, 651-341-0597, 651-699-1203, srs428-at-,msn.com.

29 SAT 9:00 AM B 30-35 mi. RAPTOR RELEASE RIDE. Depart from Stubbs Bay parking lot in Orono (take 394/12 west through Long Lake to Old Crystal Bay Rd, left to Watertown Rd, right to Stubbs Bay Rd, left to parking). Ride the Luce Line Trail and rolling county roads to Lake Rebecca Park Reserve for The Raptor Center's Fall Raptor Release. At this festive event, volunteers set free eagles, hawks, falcons, and owls restored to health at the Center. Live music, food, educational displays, and opportunities to meet the Center's resident birds up close. Learn more about the birds we see so often as we ride. Will YOUR bike be unmanned in case of raptor? Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175, hansonca96-at-comcast.net.

29 SAT 10, 20, 40 mi. OUTREACH RIDE: TOUR DE COLOR in Barron, WI. See Outreach Ride section below.

29 SAT 9:00 AM C 25-30 mi. "GREAT ROLLS". Depart from Great Harvest Bread Co., 534 Selby Ave., St Paul (PARK in lot across from store or on the street). We will meet at Great Harvest for breakfast rolls at 7:30 AM. They make a roll with hash browns, cheddar cheese and scrambled eggs rolled up in a wheat dough, mmmm good!! Please call ahead so we can make sure there is enough for everyone. Oh yeah the ride will be a nice slow scenic ride around St. Paul. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-553-0644 x3364 cell 651-2854224; Pete "THE HAMMER Hall 612-889-1361 AND OTHERS.

29 SAT 9:30 AM A/B 70-80 mi. WI HILLS MAIDEN ROCK. Depart from the park on the river in Maiden Rock, WI. Cross into Wisconsin at Prescott or Red Wing and take WI 35 south to the town of Maiden Rock on Lake Pepin, then turn towards the river on Chestnut St. Challenging hills and little-traveled rural roads. Shorter option available. Details on TCBC MSN "Rides and Trips" message board during week before ride. If weather threatens, check "Ride Cancel Delay" message board at 7:00 AM or contact ride leader before 7:45 AM on morning of ride. A rained-out Saturday ride will be rescheduled (via the message board) for the next day whenever feasible. Tony Wanschura, tonyjw-at-mindspring.com, 651-224-8360.

29 SAT 10:00 AM A/B 50-60 mi. BIKES AND BUGGIES I. Depart from the Firemen’s Park in Ontario , WI . Ontario is approximately 3 hours southeast of the Twin Cities, near the midpoint of the Elroy-Sparta bike trail. The park is on the southwest corner of Hwy 33 and Division St . If you've never ridden through the beautiful countryside of southwestern WI, you are going to love it! While the bike trail is nearby, the routes for the weekend will focus on the 'roads less traveled', passing by many Amish farms, horse-drawn buggies and "truck on a triangle" road signs--synonymous with a FUN downhill! Come along as we wind our way through the hills and valleys of the area, enjoying the scenic quiet country lanes with nary a car in sight. We’ll stop briefly at the Cashton Mercantile and learn about Amish customs, then ride to an Amish bakery, furniture & quilt maker and cheese factory and hear directly from the respective owners about their trades. These roads are among the most beautiful in Wisconsin & Minnesota that we've ridden on--we hope you can join us! Many thanks to Dick Stardig whose great routes of earlier this year formed the basis for this weekend of biking. For more information, including meals, lodging and campfires, go to 'Overnight Trips'. Mary Derks, mderks@comcast.net 651-335-6505 and Scott Larson, scottglarson@comcast.net, 612-730-8371.

29 SAT 1:00 PM C 15-20 mi. "GO (4) IT" (PART 3). Depart from Sunrise Cyclery, 3031 2nd Ave., Mpls. (Lake St. & 35W). A nice mapless (4) Part ride at a nice "C" pace. Part 1 will lead us to St. Paul to Great Harvest Bread for a stop for breakfast, MMMMM rolls, cinnamon bread. Part 2 will be ride "GREAT ROLLS" and lead us back to Mpls. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 763-553-0644 x3364 or 651-285-4224; Pete "THE HAMMER" Hall 612-889-1361 and OTHERS.

29 SAT 3:00 PM C 20-25 mi. "FAMILY RIDE". Depart from Sunrise Cyclery, 3031 2nd Ave. So. Mpls (Lake St. & 35W). A nice laid-back leisurely family bike ride on the trails and some roads. All ages welcome. A couple stops along the way at a playground and ice cream. Burleys and tag-a-longs welcome. All riders and passengers must wear a helmet. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 651-486-2731 cell 651-2854224, Molly SpokeGirl Lethert 651-552-9916, Judy "SPIKE" Kallestad 651-773-1101 and others.

30 SUN 6:45 to 7:00 AM A/AB 63, 80, 102, 152 mi. SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. Depart from Perkins Restaurant, New Brighton [zipcode 55112], 2 blks west of I-35W on Cty Rd D. Choose one of four mileage options to ride in the city and country plus the whole Gateway Trail, starting with the solitude of the sunrise. NO RIDE SEPT 2nd. Note: The depart time and ride leader varies each Sunday as follows: 9/9: 6:45 AM Jim Joy 612-827-6995; 9/16: 7:00 AM Richard Franco 651-246-3863; 9/23: 7:00 AM Steve Scholl 651-341-0597; 9/30: 7:00 AM Steve Robertson 651-699-1087.

30 SUN 8:30 AM A/AB 65/46 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. An excellent ride with lots of options in the western suburbs. Eric Feld, 612-743-4097, Co-Leader Lee Stagg 952-934-6000.

30 SUN 9:00 AM B 64 mi. SNOOZE BUTTON METRIC. Depart from Erik's Bike Shop, 2059 Snelling Ave. N., Roseville (across from Har Mar Mall, next to McDonald's). Flat, friendly route will take us from Roseville to rural Anoka County and back through Lino Lakes and Shoreview. Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175, hansonca96-at-comcast.net.

30 SUN 9:00 AM C 20-25 mi. "GET TO KNOW DAKOTA COUNTY". Depart from Inver Grove Community Center, 8055 Barbara Ave, on 80th St., one block off Hwy 52. Come join us for a nice leisurely ride around Dakota County. Molly "SpokeGirl" Lethert 651-755-6658; Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 651-486-2731 or 651-285-4224.

30 SUN 9:30 AM A/B 50-60 mi. BIKES AND BUGGIES II. Depart from the Wilton Village Park in Wilton, WI. NOTE CHANGE FROM SATURDAY’S START LOCATION. Wilton is approximately 1 hour east of LaCrosse, WI and 7 miles north of Saturday's ride start. The park is at the intersection of Hwy 71 & East St. in Wilton, two blocks east of Main St (address: 400 East St, Wilton WI). Today’s ride takes us through the beautiful Kickapoo River Valley where we’ll criss-cross the Kickapoo River (known as “the world’s most crookedest river) many times and be surrounded by a kaleidoscope of fall color as we ride along the likes of Maple Ridge Road, 24 Valley Road, etc. We’ll stop for lunch in Rockton for their “almost world famous” chicken BBQ where they grill upwards of 400+ chickens on their massive outdoor grills. Mary Derks, mderks@comcast.net 651-335-6505 and Scott Larson, scottglarson@comcast.net, 612-730-8371.

30 SUN 9:45 AM B/C 30-35 mi. MEANDERING TRAILS TO ELM CREEK (MAPLESS). Depart from Fish Lake Regional Park (1st lot on left side of road). From Hwy I-494, take Cty Rd 10 (Bass Lake Rd) west 1 mile to park entrance on right. Ambassadors Lois Carlson and Louise Ogden will showcase this social ride on paved trails to and around Elm Creek Park. Pack lots of water and a snack. There will be some hills on this route. Ambassadors: Lois Carlson, 763-540-0749; Louise Ogden, 763-420-7871; Herb Schultz,952-941-4381, Cell at ride 952-334-5382; Co-Leader Open.

30 SUN 1:30 PM B 35-39 mi. AFTON/ELMO. Scenic with some big hills. Leave from Ojibway Park in Woodbury. From 494, go southeast at Lake Road interchange, turn east on Courtley Road, and right on Ojibway Drive. Doug Nelson, 651-639-9917.

30 SUN 2:00 PM A/B 35-45 mi. HEIGHTS HERE AND THERE. Depart from NE corner of Cub Foods lot, Silver Lake Village Center, Silver Lake Rd just N of 37th Ave NE (CR D) in St Anthony Village. Route and mileage will vary in keeping with the theme of great scenery; and bring a MN road (quality 38th in the US) - apropos bike to ride. All welcome, but bring a biking buddy if you ride less than a B pace. Mary.C.Miller-at-att.net, 763-789-7560.

30 SUN 4:00 PM C 20-25 mi. "FAMILY RIDE". Depart from Shoreview Community Center, 4600 Victoria St. Shoreview. We will meet in the lower lot of the Shoreview Community Center, for a nice laid-back leisurely bike ride on the trails and roads of Shoreview, Arden Hills. We will make a couple stops along the way at a playground and a stop for ice cream. All age riders welcome and Burleys and Tag-a-longs welcome. All riders and passengers must wear a helmet. Paul "THUNDER" Huntington 651-486-2731 or cell 651-285-4224; Molly "Spoke Girl" Lethert 651-552-9916, Judy "SPIKE" Kallestad 651-773-1101 and others.

30 SUN 4:30 PM B 27/32 mi. SUNDAY NIGHTER FROM MOUNDS VIEW. Depart from Silver View Park in Mounds View. The park entrance is off of County Road I just east of Silver Lake Road. Kari laments the lack of rides starting in her 'hood, so here one is at last. The route will include some familiar and not so familiar roads, parkways and trails linked from Blaine down to St. Anthony and Minneapolis. We'll travel through 8 cities (count 'em as we ride through) on one swell ride. Jeff Ramberg, 612-929-2705.

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