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1 SUN SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. A/B 62 & 79 mi. + A 100 & 151 mi. Depart at 6:00 AM from Perkins Restaurant, New Brighton, 2 blks west of I-35W on Cty. Rd. D, park at far end of lot. Choose one of four mileage options to ride in the country & city plus the whole Gateway Trail, starting with the solitude of a sunrise. Leader: Scott Larson .
1 SUN ROLLING ON THE WESTSIDE. A/B 44 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM from West Wind Plaza by Caribou Coffee on Rt 101. Three and half miles west of 494 on Highway 7, make a right on Rt 101, park at far end of lot towards Cub Foods. An excellent ride in the western suburbs. Eric Feld, . Co-Leader Lee Stagg 952 484 5642.
1 SUN HIMALAYA HOP. A/B 45, B 35 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM from the main parking lot at the University of St. Thomas, corner of Cretin and Summit Avenues, St. Paul. Join us to climb a few rolling and not-so-rolling hills to build up an appetite for a delicious Nepalese brunch at Everest-on-Grand (www.hotmomo.com), just a few blocks east on Grand Avenue. Julie VanMersbergen, and Jan Kujawa
1 SUN THE HILLS WE CALL HOME. A/B 40-45 mi. Departs at 11:00 AM from Mounds Park in St. Paul. Park at top of hill near picnic shelters. Climb some hills, see some country and enjoy a trip through Grey Cloud Island with turtles, heron and wildflowers. A most wonderful ride taking in several towns and two counties. I’ll change the route each Sunday a little for the fun of it. Michael McNutt
2 MON ST PAUL RIDE-AROUND. C 25 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM from Como Park Pavilion parking lot. Route is mostly city streets. Lunch (optional) after ride. Map to start: http://www.zzzurn.com/maps/comopav.html. Stan Hinich, Herb Schultz
2 MON LAKE NOKOMIS A/B 25 - 30 mi Depart at 6:00 pm from the Nokomis Beach Coffee House on the corner of 28th Avenue and 50th Street in South Minneapolis. Please park on the street. Susan Evan (WEB RIDE)
2 MON MILES FROM MAPLEWOOD. A/B 30-35 mi., B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6 PM from the HealthPartners Maplewood Clinic (White Bear Ave and County Rd B). Go south on White Bear Ave, from Hwy 36. Leave the city behind and ride into the countryside of Ramsey and Washington County. Kate Kovar (katekovar-at-hotmail.com) , and others.
2 MON WATERMELON REVISITED. C 25 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from Snail Lake Park in Shoreview (picnic pavilion, not beach). Revisit much of the Watermelon Ride. Sorry, no watermelon will be served. John Swoyer
3 TUE THE GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 25-35 mi. We’ll leave at 8:30 AM sharp, from Panera’s Bread located at 2515 White Bear Ave, in Maplewood. 2 blocks north of Hwy 36 on White Bear Ave. Please park to rear of lot close to the street. As always, all riders are willkommen. Rest stop at the end of the trail. Optional lunch after the ride at Panera’s. Augie "The Gus Meister" Muller .
3 TUE GEARS, TEARS, & FEARS. A/B 33 mi. Depart at 6 PM from E. Mississippi River Blvd and Hartford Ave. Park on the south side of Hartford Ave and the three north lots at the Temple Of Aaron. Get out those gears, put away your fears, and get ready to cry some tears on some of St. Paul's and Mendota's hills. Dave Erick, .
3 TUE BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. A/B 31 mi, B/C 24 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from Bunker Hills Activity Center, 550 Bunker Lake Blvd, NW; Andover. Explore the northern Twin Cities metro area while riding through open meadows and tree-lined avenues of the Anoka Sand Plain. Supper opportunity at establishments in Riverdale Mall after the ride. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne
3 TUE THIGHS, SIGHS & CRIES. A/B 27-33 mi. Depart at 6 PM from the parking lot near the Bloomington Life Time Fitness Club (north east corner of Normandale Blvd. and 84th Street: 5250 West 84th Street). Park at the end of the bank's lot that is next to the apartment complex If GTF is too far to get to, this is your alternative. As always, self sufficient B riders are most welcome and encouraged to ride. Stephan Kieu, Carlton Moore
4 WED OLDE TOWN DELI. C 20-30 mi. Depart at 9:15 AM from Long Lake Regional Park in New Brighton. Join us for a relaxed social ride with a optional lunch stop at the Olde Town Deli in New Brighton. Self sufficient A and B riders welcome. Your ride and eat leaders Tom & Dona Devine
4 WED HOPKINS BOUND. C 20 mi. We will leave at 9:30 AM from far SW corner of Mt. Olivet Church parking lot, 5025 Knox Ave So. We’re going to Hopkins by way of the lakes, Cedar Lake Regional Trail, and Hopkins Corridor. Destination for this mapless ride is Hopkins Depot. We’ll take our rest stop, then return. Ride will be on city streets and paved trails. Optional lunch after ride. Herb Schultz
4 WED WILDS OF WISCONSIN. A/B 40-65 mi. Depart at 10:30 AM from Wisconsin Visitor Center, just off Exit 2 of I-94 in Hudson, WI. Enjoy rolling hills and scenic country roads free of city traffic. Variety of routes, with shortcut options available on all. Well worth the drive. Due to location, call morning of ride if weather is questionable. Sue Blum
4 WED LAKEVILLE LAKES LOOP. A 34 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from Erik’s Bike Shop (Burnsville store), 501 County Road 42 E. Ride from quiet, suburban roads to rolling country roads, around lakes and farmland. Map to start: (http://eriksbikeshop.com/site/map.cfm?ID=1). John Pugh
4 WED THE WHOLE ENCHILADA! A/B 25-35 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from the Roseville Professional Center (2233 Hamline Ave N - just south of Hwy 36 on the west side of Hamline Ave in Roseville). Park at the west end of the lot. Ride past area lakes and parks of Roseville and the surrounding area. Join your compadres afterwards at Ol' Mexico for fun and refueling. Andele! Andele! Epa! Epa! Yeehah!!! Mary Derks, and Lisa Austin
4 WED BEST BET BY BEST BUY. B 20-30 mi. Let’s share alliterations as we pedal away at 6 PM from Woodlake Lutheran Church, 76th and Oliver Ave in Richfield on this ever-evolving evening ride. Enjoy the variety as you experience a new and different route each week. (Map to start http://zzzurn.com/maps/woodlake.html) David Gepner
5 THU THE GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 25-35 mi. 8:30 AM. See August 3.
5 THU MINNETONKA RIDE AROUND. B 30-45 mi. At 10 AM sharp we depart from Minnetonka City Hall (on Minnetonka Blvd. and Williston Rd. west of 494). We'll wind through some of the gorgeous Lake Minnetonka neighborhoods as we circle the lake. Julie Timm .
5 THU LRT NORTH TO VICTORIA SOCIAL RIDE. C 25-30 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM from downtown Hopkins at 8th Ave just north of Main St. Park on street. Lunch stop en route. Herb Schultz . Clareyse Nelson .
5 THU A DUTCH TREAT PLUS. A/B 29 mi, B 23 mi. Depart at 6 PM from Plymouth Station Shopping Center, Highway 55 and County 24 in Plymouth, 2 mi west of I-494. Park at north end by the tower. Scenic backroads of Medina, Maple Plain, Loretto, and Hamel. Rolling Hills. Socialize over a light meal at Panera's after the ride. (Map to start: http://zzzurn.com/maps/plymouthstation.html). Your Leaders: Kay Mitchell ; Evie Walters ; John Lindblom .
5 THU THURSDAY THERAPY. A/B 30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM (note time change) from the parking lot of Harriet Island Regional Park, at the west end of Plato Boulevard, across the Wabasha St. Bridge from downtown St. Paul. A scenic route southward into northern Dakota County on mostly lesser-traveled roads. Tony Wanschura
5 THU A/B WANNABEES. B 25 mi. Depart at 6 PM from Town Park in Afton. >From I-94, go south on Hwy. 95 for 4.5 miles to Afton, and the park is in the center of town. Are you finding that you’re able to keep up with the A/B riders until you hit that first hill? Come practice on Minnesota’s very own Alps and tour along the scenic St. Croix. After the ride, restore those lost vital nutrients with a world-famous Lerkburger, perhaps with a Selma’s ice cream chaser. David Baird, Paul Huntington
5 THU GREAT GOOGLY MOOGLY. B 25 mi. Leaves at 6 PM from the main parking lot at the University of St. Thomas, corner of Cretin and Summit Avenues, St. Paul. Route includes the Roseville Reservoir and Gateway Trails, with a stop at DQ for a Dilly Bar! Julie VanMersbergen, and Jan Kujawa
5 THU CHARGE OF THE C BRIGADE. C 20 mi. Depart at 6 PM from Nokomis Beach Coffee (and ice cream!) at the corner of 28th Avenue and 50th St. in South Minneapolis. This is one block east of Lake Nokomis on 50th St, and two blocks south of Minnehaha Parkway on 28th Ave. Park on street or in the coffee shop lot. This is an easy C ride exploring Mpls and St. Paul parks, bikeways, lakes, or the muddy Mississippi. Stay after for snack or head to Fat Lorenzo’s for pizza! Fran Howley
6 FRI BOB’S PARK AND RIVER RIDE. C 20 mi. TCBC member Bob Wright will showcase this social ride along the Mississippi and Boom Island Park. Depart at 9:30 AM from Minnehaha Falls parking lot north of pavilion. We’ll explore the river flats, University pedestrian/bicycle bridge, Boom Island, Nicollet Island, and the Stone Arch Bridge. We will have rest and luncheon stops en route. Herb Schultz, .
6 FRI MMIV METRIC. A/B 30 or 64 mile route. 10:00 AM. NEW departure place, Vadnais-Sucker Lake Regional Park, 4500 Rice St., just south of Highway 96 north end. Get a jump start on your weekend miles. Cruise to Marine on St. Croix with a cheap sandwich at the General Store before heading back to Shoreview. Katie Angle,
6 FRI PLAY HOOKY IN AFTON. A/B 40 mi. Leave at 10:00 AM from Ojibway Park in Woodbury. Exit 494 at Lake Road and go southeast, left on Courtly Road and right on Ojibway Drive. We will ride thru Afton and environs. Paul Cox. (WEB RIDE)
6 FRI TGIF DINNER SERIES. B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from the rear lot of Burnet Realty at Highway 96 and Hodgson Rd in North Oaks. Optional dinner after the ride at Panino's. (Map to start: <http://zzurn.com/maps/burnshore.html>) Mark Gregory , Tom and Dona Devine , Lee Thielman .
6 FRI EATIN' PRAIRIE. B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from the lot in front of Erik's Bike Shop in Eden Prairie, NE corner of Hwy 5 and Co. Rd. 4. Fill your water bottles or use the restrooms in Erik's. Come ride the western suburbs with a new route every week. Every Friday night in August, optional dinner after the ride at Timberlodge or Pepitos or Buca's. Steve Scott
7 SAT 24th ANNUAL WEEKEND ON WHEELS 2004: DAY I. A, A/B, B, B/C, C 28-100+ miles. Check-in for pre-registered riders and on-site registration from 7-9 AM, Sechler Park, Northfield. Take I-35 south to exit 69, MN 19. Go east on MN 19 to Northfield city limits; turn right on Armstrong Road. See article in this issue or registration form in June and July issues.
7 SAT AFTON-COTTAGE GROVE HILL TOUR. A/B 41 mi. Depart at 8 AM. It’s time to get your hill on! Take a scenic ride through the hills of Afton and Cottage Grove. Meet at Eagle Valley Shopping Center parking lot (near Expresso Donut), SE intersection of Woodbury Dr (Hwy. 19) and Valley Creek Road in Woodbury. Strut your stuff on the hills, then regroup on the flats. Dave Haerle
7 SAT TERRY’S BEST DAM RIDE. C 25-30 mi. TCBC member Terry Osell will showcase this social ride along the Mississippi and Coon Rapids Dam. Depart at 9:30 AM from Boom Island parking lot. We will discover the best routes to the dam and enjoy the special stops en route and at the dam. Optional after-ride lunch stop at Broadway Pizza. Herb Schultz, .
7 SAT TRAILS AROUND ST PAUL AND NORTHERN SUBURBS. C 26 miles. Depart at 10:00 AM from the strip mall in Market Place Mall on Market Place Road about 1 block north of Little Canada Road and Rice St. in Little Canada. Bike trails include Gateway, Bruce Vento, Trout Brook, Central Park, Reservoir Woods and Beaver Lake. Scandinavian or Italian luncheon choice after the ride. They are both located in the mall. FFI Barb Wahman or Allen Porter
7 SAT SCENIC ST. CROIX. A/B 67 or 84 mi. Depart at 10:30 AM from Mahtomedi High School on Hwy 12 (take Hwy 36 just east of I-694, north on Hilton Trail, east on Hwy 12, then left into the school). Come out and ride on the quiet winding back roads to Osceola (67 miles) or into Taylors Falls (84 miles). Susan Evan, or Chuck Sunder
8 SUN 24th ANNUAL WEEKEND ON WHEELS 2004: DAY II. A, A/B, B, B/C, C 22-68+ miles. Check-in for pre-registered riders and on-site registration from 7-9 AM, Sechler Park, Northfield. Take I-35 south to exit 69, MN 19. Go east on MN 19 to Northfield city limits; turn right on Armstrong Road. See article in this issue or registration form in June and July issues.
8 SUN SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. A/B 62 and 79 mi, A 100 and 151 mi. Depart at 6:15 AM. See August 1. Leader: Charles Breer, .
8 SUN NORTHEAST WHIRL. B/C 25 mi. Depart at 9:00 AM from the Audubon Coffee Shop parking lot at 2852 Johnson Street NE in Mpls. That’s one mile north of the Johnson Street exit off northbound 35W. We’ll ride along less-traveled roads, then whirl through Wirth Park before hitting the Kenilworth Trail. Come early and have coffee and a scone in a coffee shop with some NE ambiance. Alan Wichman
8 SUN FUN IN THE SUN. A/B 55-75 mi. Depart at 10 AM from Ramsey County Beach in White Bear Lake. Take Hwy. 61, turn east on Hwy. 96, and the beach is on the right. Roll through Marine on St. Croix, Stillwater, and Afton. Come enjoy hills and ice cream at Selma’s. Lisa Dust, and Susan Evan
8 SUN MEDICINE LAKE - PARKERS LAKE. C 18 mi. 12 noon start. Two-lake double loop within the boundaries of Plymouth, utilizing pre-Luce Line trail connection. Find East Medicine Lake Park (not French Regional or West Medicine). Take 169 to Medicine Lake Rd exit, go west to Frontage Rd, left approx half-mile to park. Dave Rusinko
9 MON DEADLINE for the Sept. ACTIVITY NEWS. E-mail schedule info to schedule@biketcbc.org. Articles to Doug Nelson, newsletter@biketcbc.org.
9 MON MILES FROM MAPLEWOOD. A/B 30-35 mi., B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See August 2.
9 MON MELLOW MONDAY REVISITED. B/C 22 mi. Leave at 6 PM from Long Lake Regional Park main pavilion in New Brighton. DQ stop! Doug Nelson, , and Dona Devine, .
10 TUE THE GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 25-35 mi. 8:30 AM. See August 3.
10 TUE ACAPULCO TO AFTON RIDE. A/B 35, 28 and 21 mile options. Leave at 6 PM (NOTE TIME CHANGE) from the Acapulco Restaurant at 1240 North Frontage Road (of Hwy. 36) in Stillwater. Take I-694 to Hwy. 36. Go east on 36 approx. 6 miles and turn left on Washington Ave. which is the first stoplight past the Hwy. 5 overpass. Take an immediate right on the frontage road (by Anderson Windows) for approx. 1/4 mile to the Valley Ridge Mall and Acapulco Restaurant on the left. Leave the traffic and stoplights of the city behind and enjoy the shade and roller coaster lanes of the Afton woods. These roads are mucho fun! Relax and eat with your Amigos afterwards in the Cantina. B riders wanted. Ride limit of 100. Bob Hoffman, .
10 TUE GEARS, TEARS, & FEARS. A/B 33 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See August 3.
10 TUE BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. A/B 31 miles, B/C 24 miles. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 3.
10 TUE THIGHS, SIGHS & CRIES. A/B 27-33 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See August 3.
10 TUE TCBC BOARD MEETING in Roseville.
11 WED OLDE TOWN DELI RIDE. C 20-30 mi. Depart 9:15 AM. See August 4.
11 WED MIDWEEK MORNING RAMBLES. C 20-30 mi. Depart at 10 AM from the Champlin Lifetime Fitness/Champlin Ice Arena parking lot at Hwy 169 and 120TH Avenue. Elm Creek Trail access is on the northwest corner of the parking lot. Route may vary using the Elm Creek Park Reserve trails and the back roads of Maple Grove, Champlin, Anoka and Coon Rapids Dam crossing. There will be mid-ride breaks and gathering at the Champlin Culver’s or other agreeable locales after the ride. Phillip Lawson
11 WED WILDS OF WISCONSIN. A/B 40-65 mi. Depart at 10:30 AM. See August 4. Call morning of ride if weather is questionable.
11 WED LAKEVILLE LAKES LOOP. A 34 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 4.
11 WED NORTHERN LAKES LOOP. A/B 30-35 mi., B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from Erik’s Bike Shop on the NW corner of 694 and Rice Street. Ride past Vadnais, Bald Eagle, White Bear, and other lakes of the area. Mary Derks, and Lisa Austin
11 WED SOUTHERN COMFORT. B/C 20-25 mi. Leaving at 6 PM from Woodlake Lutheran Church, 76th and Oliver in Richfield. Meander through the SW Metro during a pleasant evening of leisurely paced pedaling on this ever-evolving ride. (Map to start:http://zzzurn.com/maps/woodlake.html) David Gepner
12 THU THE GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 25-35 mi. 8:30 AM. See August 3.
12 THU MINNETONKA RIDE AROUND. B 30-45 mi. Depart at 10 AM. See August 5.
12 THU FARQUAR PARK LOOP. A 36 mi. or A/B 30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from Farquar Park, in Apple Valley. The park is on Pilot Knob Rd about 3/4 miles south of McAndrews Rd. (CR38). This is a nice, easy route through the southeastern suburbs, with a couple of hills for fun. Map to start: (http://www.frontiernet.net/~jpughmn/maps/Farquar) John Pugh Lisa Dust
12 THU A DUTCH TREAT PLUS. A/B 29 mi., B 23 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See August 5.
12 THU GREAT GOOGLY MOOGLY. B 25 mi. Leaves at 6 PM. See August 5.
13 FRI MMIV METRIC. A/B 30 or 64 mile route. 10:00 AM. See August 6. Chuck Sunder .
13 FRI TGIF DINNER SERIES. B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 6.
13 FRI EATIN' PRAIRIE. B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 6.
14 SAT LUCE LINE STATE TRAIL. C 44 mi. 9 AM start. Stubbs Bay to Watertown to Winsted for lunch and return. Trail is flat and crushed limestone - hard. Directions to Stubbs Bay parking lot: take 394/12 west thru Long Lake to Old Crystal Bay Road, left to Watertown Road, right to Stubbs Bay Rd, left to parking. Ride monitors Dave Rusinko , Paul Huntington .
14 SAT VIKING EXPLORER. B/C 35-40 mi. Depart at 9:00 AM from Anoka High School (3939 Seventh Ave. N, Anoka). Explore Anoka County on either side of Viking Blvd and get in the spirit for the beginning of the Vikings’ pre-season. Rest stop at Lake George Regional Park. John Swoyer
14 SAT DONE BY ONE. B-B/C 25 mi. Depart at 9 AM from Nokomis Beach Coffee (and ice cream!) at the corner of 28th Avenue and 50th St. in South Mpls. One block east of Lake Nokomis on 50th St, and two blocks south of Minnehaha Pkwy on 28th. Park on street or in coffee shop lot. This is an easy B-B/C ride exploring Mpls and St. Paul parks, bikeways, lakes, and the muddy Mississippi. Stay after for light lunch or snack and coffee at Nokomis Beach Coffee – great sandwiches! Dave Swaab (swaabd-at-usfamily.net), , and Tony Anthonisen
14 SAT SEE-SAW TO ARKANSAW. A/B 65-75 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM 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. Turn towards the river on Chestnut St. and into the park. A challenging up-and-down ride into the scenic hills and coulees between Maiden Rock and Arkansaw. Route varies, and a shorter option may be available. Details will be posted on the TCBC e-group during the week before the ride. Tony Wanschura
14 SAT CHEESE CURD 30. B 30 mi. Depart at 10 AM from the park in Trimbelle, WI, located on Hwy. 10 about 12 miles east of Prescott (look for the helicopter). The Wisconsin Bluff Country has some of the best cycling in the U.S., come see what’s right in your own back yard. You hardly have to touch your pedals for the first nine miles on County O as you descend to Diamond Bluff. Then enjoy that endorphin rush as your lungs fill and your heart rate increases as you climb on County K. Rest stop at Ellsworth Creamery – voted best cheese curds in the U.S.! David Baird, , david.baird@kodak.com. Paul Huntington
14 SAT B RIDE WITH SOME HILLS. B 30 mi. Leave at 10:00 AM from the bottom of Crosby Farm Road in Crosby Farm Park. (Crosby Farm Park is along the Mississippi River in St. Paul. Entrance is at intersection where Mississippi River Blvd becomes Shepard Road.) The ride goes along the Mississippi River, with several nice climbs. Dave Dugan
14 SAT DONE BY ONE DOUBLE SHOT. B 25 mi. Depart at 12:30 PM from Nokomis Beach Coffee (and ice cream!) at the corner of 28th Ave and 50th St. in South Mpls. One block east of Lake Nokomis, two blocks south of Minnehaha Pkwy. Park on street or in coffee shop lot. After lunch at the coffee shop (optional, but great soup and sandwiches), we’ll ride the same route as Done by Noon, but in the opposite direction. Different direction, different scenery, for a perfect double-the-day. Tony Anthonisen, Dave Swaab
14 SAT RETURN TO 4EVER in Rice Lake, WI (non-TCBC). 25, 50, 62, 75, 100 mi. Self-reliance for you and bike. Starts from 7 to 9 AM at 307 W. Newton. Cue sheet $1.00, no other costs. North Roads Bicycle Club, 307 W. Newton, Rice Lake, WI 54868. .
14 SAT 3RD ANNUAL STEVE ROSS MEMORIAL BIKE RIDE. (non-TCBC) 18, 36, 62 mi. This ride remembers Steve's passion for bicycling and benefits The ALS Association, MN Chapter. ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis), more commonly known as Lou Gehrig's disease, is a devastating, degenerative fatal neuromuscular disease that can strike without warning; without family history. Ride on and around the beautiful Gateway State Trail. Registration from 8-9 AM at Pine Point County Park in Stillwater Township. Ceremonial start at 9 AM. $40 per rider. Contact Julie at OR www.alsmn.org for further information.
15 SUN THE BREAKFAST CLUB. N 25-35 mi. Depart at 4:00 AM from the parking lot at the Original Pancake House in Edina on 70th between France and York Ave across from the Galleria. Greet the sunrise and own the city, the streets are ours! Great breakfast at OPH! Voted best breakfast in the Twin Cities. Steve Scott (SteveScott@mn.rr.com), David Gepner
15 SUN SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. A/B 62 and 79 mi, A 100 and 151 mi. Depart at 6:15 AM. See August 1. Leader is Steve Robertson, .
15 SUN WASHINGTON COUNTY WHIRL. A/B 42 mi. Depart at 9 AM from Ojibway Park in Woodbury. Exit 494 at Lake Road and go southeast, left on Courtly Road and then right on Ojibway Drive. Bounded by I-94 on the north and Highway 10 on the south, we'll visit some familiar and some scenic, lesser-traveled roads of southern Washington County. Tony Wanschura
15 SUN BE DAM'D 'N BACK. B/C 30 mi. Depart 9:00 AM from Steamworks Coffee and Tea Co., corner of 44th Ave. North and Penn Ave. in Minneapolis (take the Dowling exit off of I-94, head west to Penn Avenue and turn north (right), the coffee shop will be on the left as you approach 44th Ave.). We'll head north on Shingle Creek Trail and hook up with the North Hennepin Trail, cross Coon Rapids Dam and head back along the Mississippi River Corridor Trail. Come early for waffles at the coffee shop and bring snacks for the rest stop at the Dam. Please park on neighborhood streets to the west and south, not in coffee shop parking lot. Kelly Hazel
15 SUN NORTHEAST WHIRL. B/C 25 mi. Departs at 9 AM. See August 8.
15 SUN THE HILLS WE CALL HOME. A/B 40-45 mi. Departs at 11:00 AM. See August 1.
15 SUN ICE CREAM SUNDAE. B/C 25-30 miles. Leaves at 2:00 PM from main parking lot, University of St. Thomas, corner of Cretin and Summit in St. Paul. (Use the Cretin exit from I94, follow signs to UST lot.) Social , shady and scenic ride through Minneapolis and St. Paul in search of a creamy confection at the Pumphouse Creamery (www.pumphousecreamery.com). Julie VanMersbergen and David Swaab (WEB RIDE)
16 MON MILES FROM MAPLEWOOD. A/B 30-35 mi., B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See August 2.
16 MON SHOREVIEW CRUISER. C 15-18 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from Snail Lake Park in Shoreview (picnic pavilion, not beach). Explore the Shoreview and Roseville area on an easy (except one big hill) social ride. John Swoyer
17 TUE THE GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 25-35 mi. 8:30 AM. See August 3.
17 ACAPULCO TO AFTON RIDE. 35, 28, 21 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See August 10.
17 TUE GEARS, TEARS, & FEARS. A/B 33 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See August 3.
17 TUE BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. A/B 28 mi, B/C 21 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 3.
17 TUE THIGHS, SIGHS & CRIES. A/B 27-33 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See August 3.
18 WED OLDE TOWN DELI RIDE. C 20-30 mi. Depart 9:15 AM. See August 4.
18 WED WILDS OF WISCONSIN. A/B 40-65 mi. Depart at 10:30 AM. See August 4. Call morning of ride if weather is questionable.
18 WED LAKEVILLE LAKES LOOP. A 34 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 4.
18 WED THE WHOLE ENCHILADA! A/B 25-35 mi. See August 4.
18 WED BEST BET BY BEST BUY. Depart at 6 PM. B 20-30 mi. See August 4.
19 THU THE GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 25-35 mi. 8:30 AM. See August 3.
19 THU MINNETONKA RIDE AROUND. B 30-45 mi. Depart at 10 AM. See August 5.
19 THU A DUTCH TREAT PLUS. A/B 29 mi., B 23 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See August 5.
19 THU THURSDAY THERAPY. A/B 30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 5.
19 THU IT'S A QUALITY RIDE! B 30 mi. Leave at 6 PM from Quality Bicycle Products, 6400 W 105th St in Bloomington. We'll ride over road and trail into Scott County, twice crossing the Minnesota River before winding our way back through Eden Prairie. Consider arriving by 5:00 so you can tour the world’s largest bicycle parts distribution facility. Go south on Hwy 100, which becomes Normandale where you turn west on Old Shakopee Rd, then head north on Hampshire for 3 blocks to 105th. David Gepner
19 THU GREAT GOOGLY MOOGLY. B 20-25 mi. Leaves at 6 PM. See August 5.
20 FRI MMIV METRIC. A/B 30 or 64 mi. 10 AM. See August 6. Judy Kallestad
20 FRI AN AFTERNOON RIDE A/B 37 miles Depart at 12:00 noon from the parking lot near the Lake Harriet Bandshell. Enjoy an afternoon ride with your friends with a stop at Dunn Brothers Coffee in Eden Prairie. Susan Evan (WEB RIDE)
20 FRI TGIF DINNER SERIES. B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 6.
20 FRI EATIN' PRAIRIE. B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 6.
21 SAT ALL HILLS LEAD TO EL PASO. A 112 miles/10,000+'. Depart at 8:00 AM from Handy Andy Park in nearby Spring Valley, WI. Directions from MN: I-94 east to exit 24, right/south 6 miles to Route 29, left/east 2 miles, Handy Andy Park is on the right. Look for the horse statue. Join us as we climb 10,000'+. Emphasis will be on steady pace and finishing, not speed! Riders should be ready to travel 20-30 miles between rest stops on these beautiful "rural" roads. Shortcuts will be available. Scott Larson
21 SAT AFTON-COTTAGE GROVE HILL TOUR. A/B 41 mi. Depart at 8 AM. See August 7.
21 SAT RED WING/CANNON FALLS EXPRESS NOW LEAVING ON TRACK 11. This will be another big C Social Ride. 64 km (40 mi) round trip. Starting at the north end of the Red Wing Pottery mall/shops. We’ll be taking off at 9 AM sharp. We'll have a break at the halfway point (Welch village picnic area, about 16 km into the ride) und mittagessen (lunch) at Cannon Falls or back at Red Wing? Because of distance und possibility of poor weather, please do make the call before coming to the ride to make sure it’s a go. Any questions? Call Augie "The Gus Meister" Muller at .
21 SAT DONE BY ONE. B-B/C 25 mi. Depart at 9 AM. See August 14.
21 SAT MUNCHY METRIC. B 55-62 mi. Leaves at 9:30 AM from University of St. Thomas main parking lot, corner of Cretin and Summit Avenues in St. Paul. (Use the Cretin exit from I94, follow signs to UST lot.) Social metric ride with a lunch stop halfway. Routes use both streets and trails. Julie VanMersbergen
21 SAT DONE BY ONE DOUBLE SHOT. B 25 mi. Depart at 12:30 PM. See August 14.
22 SUN SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. A/B 62 and 79 mi, A 100 and 151 mi. Depart at 6:30 AM. See August 1. Leader is Charles Breer, .
22 SUN ROLLING ON THE WESTSIDE. A/B 44 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See August 1.
22 SUN 60/60 RIDE. A/B 60 mi. Come help the leader celebrate his 60th with a 60 mile ride to Osceola and back. Any rider who tells the leader that he doesn't look that old gets double mileage credit. (Just kidding!) There will also be a B paced group. Leaves from Ramsey County Beach on White Bear Lake at 9:30 AM. Pete Hawkins
22 SUN WAYZATA - LONG LAKE - LAKE MINNETONKA MINI-TOUR. B/C 20 mi. 12 noon start. The tour will travel Wayzata, skirt Long Lake, south along the North Arm, and take in the northern bays of Minnetonka via Cty 15. Park at SW corner of Wayzata Bay Shopping Center off Superior St. This ride ranked B/C because of 3 nasty hills. Approx. 1/2 mile on Luce Line (crushed limestone - hard). Enjoy a bite at Maggie's afterward and/or ice-cream at Ben & Jerry's. Dave Rusinko, .
22 SUN METRO MEANDER. B/C 35 mi. Depart at 1:30 PM from Calhoun Cycle at the corner of Hennepin Avenue and 34th St. in South Minneapolis. Park in the lot behind the shop or on the streets west of the shop (on 34th and on Holmes). This is a social ride exploring Minneapolis and St. Paul parks, bikeways, lakes, and the muddy Mississippi. Snacks and beverages at the shop following the ride. Tony Anthonisen
22 SUN RETURN OF THE BEE’S. A/B 40-50 mi. B/C - C 22 mi. A "2003 Dubious Distinction" award winner. Polish your antennae cause we want you to come... riding for joy, lookin' for honey, and smellin' for sweet things. We buzz out at 2 PM from Weaver Lake Elementary school parking lot in Maple Grove (15900 Weaver Lake Road), 1.2 miles west of I-94. Our ride leaders have mapped out separate low traffic, scenic country roads for the A/B and B riders to drum along . Our B/C and C riders will band together for a mapless, no-drop ride. We will go humming along the newly paved bike paths that hug Rice Lake and Fish Lake. Plan on additional socializing at Applebee's after the ride. Connie Gabriel , Ken Hilgers ,
22 SUN SUNDAY SUNSET SOCIAL. B 25-30 mi. Depart at 4 PM from the front door of NOW BIKES - 3673 Lexington Ave. No. a few blocks south of Hwy 694 in Arden Hills (). Join friends for this ride on the second to the last of summer's Sundays. A scenic route - with a couple hill climbs - that passes by many of the area's lakes. After the ride the 'Sunset Social' eat options include Subway, Davanni's, China Wok, & if you want java, Caribou. Kristine Poelzer (voicemail press 4)
23 MON MILES FROM MAPLEWOOD. A/B 30-35 mi., B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See August 2.
23 MON SHOREVIEW CRUISER. C 15-18 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 16.
24 TUE THE GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 25-35 mi. 8:30 AM. See August 3.
24 TUE ACAPULCO TO AFTON RIDE. 35, 28, 21 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See August 10.
24 TUE GEARS, TEARS, & FEARS. A/B 33 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See August 3.
24 TUE THIGHS, SIGHS & CRIES. A/B 27-33 mi. Depart at 6 PM. Leader is Stephan Kieu. See August 3.
24 TUE BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. A/B 28 miles, B/C 21 miles. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 3.
25 WED OLDE TOWN DELI RIDE. C 20-30 mi. Depart 9:15 AM. See August 4.
25 WED MIDWEEK MORNING RAMBLES. C 20-30 mi. Depart at 10 AM. See August 11.
25 WED WILDS OF WISCONSIN. A/B 40-65 mi. Depart at 10:30 AM. See August 4. Call morning of ride if weather is questionable.
25 WED LAKEVILLE LAKES LOOP. A 34 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 4.
25 WED WASHINGTON COUNTY WINDER. A/B 25-35 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from Mahtomedi High School on Hwy 12 (take Hwy 36 just east of I-694, north on Hilton Trail, east on Hwy 12, then left into school.) Ride along the quiet scenic backroads of the area. Mary Derks
25 WED SOUTHERN COMFORT. B/C 20-25 mi. Leaving at 6 PM. See August 11.
26 THU THE GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 25-35 mi. 8:30 AM. See August 3.
26 THU MINNETONKA RIDE AROUND. B 30-45 mi. Depart at 10 AM. See August 5.
26 THU FARQUAR PARK LOOP. A 36 mi. or A/B 30 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See August 12.
26 THU A DUTCH TREAT PLUS. A/B 29 mi., B 23 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See August 5.
26 THU LIES, PIES & FRIES. B/C 20ish mi. Leaves at 6 PM from the main parking lot at the University of St. Thomas, corner of Cretin and Summit Avenues, St. Paul. We'll tell some lies about the hills we didn't climb when we get back to the parking lot, and adjourn for some food -- perhaps burgers and fries, or pizza pies? Julie VanMersbergen
26 THU CHARGE OF THE C BRIGADE. C 20 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 5.
27 FRI MMIV METRIC. A/B 30 or 64 mi. 10 AM. See August 6. Judy Kallestad
27 FRI TGIF DINNER SERIES. B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 6.
27 FRI EATIN' PRAIRIE. B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 6.
28 SAT AFTON-COTTAGE GROVE HILL DOUBLE-TAKE! A/B 41 or 82 mi. Depart at 8 AM. Take on the Double-Take Challenge and complete a second loop for 82 miles! See August 7.
28 SAT DONE BY ONE. B-B/C 25 mi. Depart at 9 AM. See August 14.
28 SAT PLUM CITY PUMPER. A/B 65-75 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM from the municipal parking lot 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. The route varies, and a shorter option may be available. Details will be posted on the TCBC e-group during the week before the ride. Plum City is on U.S. Hwy. 10, about 35 miles east of Prescott, WI. Tony Wanschura,
28 SAT ELM CREEK RIDE. C 25, 9:30 AM, west side of Holiday gas station parking lot at 109th Ave. N. and Douglas Drive, Champlin. Friendly social ride exploring the North-Hennepin Corridor Trail between the Coon Rapids Dam and Elm Creek Park Reserve in Maple Grove. DIRECTIONS: from Hwy 694, take Hwy 252 north 3.4 miles to the new Hwy 610. Get in LEFT hand lane. Turn left (west) on Hwy 610 for 3 miles. Turn right (north) on Zane Ave. N./Co. Rd. 14 for 1.6 miles. Zane becomes Douglas Drive. At 109th Ave. N, turn right into Holiday lot. (If coming from the west, from Hwy 694 go north on Hwy 169 for 5.1 miles, turn right at the lights on 109th Ave. N. for 1.6 miles; left into the Holiday at Douglas Drive). Newer riders encouraged; all social riders welcome. Bring at least one full water bottle, spare tube, biking questions. Optional lunch afterwards. Carolyn Caswell , or Paul Huntington .
28 SAT B RIDE WITH SOME HILLS. B 30 mi. Leave at 10:00 AM. See August 14.
28 SAT DONE BY ONE DOUBLE SHOT. B 25 mi. Depart at 12:30 PM. See August 14.
28 SAT EXURBAN. C 24 mi. 12:30 PM start. Like to take a ride in the country but don't have a lot of time? Try this shorter version of the LRT Trail (North Branch). Gather at Deephaven City Hall/Police parking lot on Cottagewood Rd by park & gazebo. We will do the "new" loop of Victoria and stop at Adele's in Excelsior upon returning. Directions: take Mtka Blvd west from Mpls to Cottagewood Rd, then right on Cottagewood 1 block to City Hall. Or take Hwy 7 west to Vine Hill Rd, right on Vine Hill to Cottagewood. Near quaint Cottagewood Store. (crushed limestone surface-hard) Dave Rusinko, .
28 SAT HIAWATHA HUSTLE. B/C 25 mi. Hustle over to Hiawatha Joe’s for a 1 PM departure from this newly opened coffee house\deli located just up from 42nd Street at 4135 Hiawatha Ave. City biking is at its best midday on a sunny Saturday afternoon! David Gepner
28 SAT AFTERNOON IN AFTON. B 30 - 35 Mi. Depart 4 PM from Penn Cycle in Woodbury. Lake Rd. Exit & I-494, 1/4 mi. E on Lake Rd. Mostly rolling with a hill or two. Rest stop at Selma's for ice cream. Mike Leibfried or Lucia Pierson . (WEB RIDE)
29 SUN SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. A/B 62 and 79 mi, A 100 and 151 mi. Depart at 6:30 AM. See August 1. Leader is Lee Thielman, .
29 SUN BIKIN’ TO BUFFALO. B 75-85 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM from Zachary Square Shopping Center, Maple Grove (take the County Rd. 81 exit off I-94, go north toward Osseo, then about one mile
west of Osseo on County Rd. 81, turn right onto Zachary Lane and go about ½ mile to parking lot at center). Travel scenic and rolling byways of the western Hennepin County and Wright County en route to Buffalo. Bring money for lunch at partway through the ride. Enjoy the wide open spaces and back roads as you pedal back to Maple Grove! Margaret Kelly
29 SUN MINNESOTA RIVER VALLEY TOUR. A 111, 84 or A/B 66 mi. Depart at 9:00 AM from Erik’s Bike Shop (Burnsville store), 501 County Road 42 E. Ride on a
winding route, south of the river and return on the north side of the river through Bloomington. The 111-mile route will cross the Minnesota River near Jordan, the 83-mile route will cross at Shakopee and the 65-mile route will cross on the Bloomington Ferry Bridge. All routes will cross again on the I-494 bike bridge. Both a map and cue sheet will be provided. Erik’s will not be open at the start of the ride, so stop for food, water and restrooms before arriving. Map to start: (http://eriksbikeshop.com/site/map.cfm?ID=1) John Pugh, Co-leader pending.
29 SUN CAMARILLO BRILLO. A/B 25-30 mi. Leaves at 10:00 AM from Mendota Plaza, southeast corner of Hwy 110 and Dodd Blvd in Mendota Heights. Some rolling hills. Jan Kujawa Julie VanMersbergen
29 SUN THE HILLS WE CALL HOME. A/B 40-45 mi. Departs at 11:00 AM. See August 1.
29 SUN VELO VIRGO. B/C 22-29 mi. Depart at 3:30 PM. Join us as we celebrate the birthdays of TCBC’s “Twin” Virgos. Depart from in front of the main pavilion at Como Park, on the east side of Lexington Avenue. The route takes us through St. Paul and suburbs. We will all ride together on this mapless adventure! Mountain or cross bikes are highly encouraged, even though the entire route is paved. Dinner after the ride is an option! Dave Swaab, or Mike Beadles
30 MON MILES FROM MAPLEWOOD. A/B 30-35 mi., B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See August 2.
30 MELLOW MONDAY REVISITED. B/C 22 mi. Leave at 6 PM. See August 9.
31 TUE THE GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 25-35 mi. 8:30 AM. See August 3.
31 TUE ACAPULCO TO AFTON RIDE. 35, 28, 21 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See August 10.
31 TUE GEARS, TEARS, & FEARS. A/B 33 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See August 3.
31 TUE THIGHS, SIGHS & CRIES. A/B 27-33 mi. Depart at 6 PM. Leader is Stephan Kieu. See August 3.
31 TUE BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. A/B 24 miles with a shorter 21 mile option. Depart at 6:00 PM. See August 3.