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1 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 Espresso Donut), SE intersection of Woodbury Dr. (Hwy 19) & Valley Creek Rd, in Woodbury. Strut your stuff on the hills, then regroup on the flats. Dave Haerle
1 SAT MORNING GLORY. A/B 41 mi. Depart at 9 AM 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. Ride to Rosemount and back, with the option for a rest stop at the Morning Glory Cafe. Tony Wanschura.
1 SAT WOW REVISITED. A/B 56/73 mi. Depart at 9 AM from Hoffman Park, River Falls, WI. Quiet country roads, big hills, and a great lunch stop in Maiden Rock. 94E to 35 South (River Falls exit). Exit County Road M, turn right (west) on M/Division, then a quick right on Hanson Drive. Dave Eenigenburg
1 SAT METRIC (OR NOT). B 30 or 60 mi. B-Minus riders welcomed and supported. Departs 9:30 AM from University of St. Thomas parking lot at Cretin and Summit Avenues, St. Paul. (Use the Cretin exit from 94, follow signs to UST lot.) Cut off at the lunch stop for 30 miles, or fuel up to cover another 30 if the day is fine. Julie VanMersbergen.
1 SAT ELM CREEK “EASE INTO BIKING” SERIES. C 15 mi. 9:30 AM, west side of Holiday gas station parking lot at 109th Ave. N. and Douglas Drive, Champlin. (For directions, see related article.) Friendly set of 6 Saturday morning rides (May 1, 8, 22 and June 5, 12, 26) exploring the North-Hennepin Corridor Trail between the Coon Rapids Dam and Elm Creek Park Reserve in Maple Grove. Newer riders encouraged; all social riders welcome. Bring at least one full water bottle, spare tube, biking questions. Carolyn Caswell, or Paul Huntington
1 SAT DONE BY ONE. B – B/C 25 mi. Depart at 10 AM 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 Street, and two blocks south of Minnehaha Parkway on 28th Avenue. Park on-street or in the 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-hotmail.com), 612-709-1174, Tony Anthonisen
1 SAT STILLWATER. B 35-40 mi. Returning on some of the Gateway Trail. Leave at 10 AM from the Woodland Hills Church parking lot in Maplewood, one block east and one block north of White Bear and Larpenteur Aves. Doug Nelson
1 SAT DONE BY ONE DOUBLE SHOT. B 25 mi. Depart at 1:30 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 Street, and two blocks south of Minnehaha Parkway on 28th Avenue. Park on-street or in the coffee shop lot. After lunch at the coffee shop (optional, but GREAT SOUP AND SANDWICHES), we'll ride the same route as Done By One, but in the opposite direction. Different direction, different scenery, for a perfect double-the-day. Tony Anthonisen, Dave Swaab
1 SAT STONE ARCH BRIDGE AND PIZZA RIDE. C 20-24 mi. Leave at 2 PM from Webster School parking lot at Adams St NE and Spring St in Minneapolis. We will have a leisurely social ride and stop at Broadway Pizza after. Herb Schultz, Clareyse Nelson
2 SUN SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. A/B 62 & 79 mi + A 100 & 151 mi. Depart 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: Jim Joy
2 SUN DOIN' THE DUNES. A/B 42 mi. Depart at 8 AM. Recover from the hills on this much flatter route through the lesser-traveled roads of the Mississippi Dunes/Grey Cloud Island area and on to Battle Creek Park. Only a couple of major climbs -- well-spaced apart. Meet at Eagle Valley Shopping Center parking lot (near Espresso Donut), SE intersection of Woodbury Dr. (Hwy 19) & Valley Creek Rd, in Woodbury. Dave Haerle
2 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
2 SUN MILES AND SMILES/PUPPETS ON PARADE. B 25-30 miles. Depart promptly at 9:30 AM from Matthews Park, East 24th St and 27th Ave S in Minneapolis. Please park on 24th St. Join us for a social ride ending with the Heart of the Beast's May Day parade. We'll stop for lunch and head down Bloomington Ave. to watch the giant puppets and other characters march. This is a traditional and unique event - http://www.heartofthebeasttheatre.org/mayday/ Bring a bike lock if you want to go to Powderhorn Park afterwards for a continuation of the May Day celebration. For more details call Patt Seleen at or Julie Timm
2 SUN CAMARILLO BRILLO. A/B 25-30 miles. Leaves at 10:00 AM from Mendota Plaza, southeast corner of Hwy 110 and Dodd Blvd in Mendota Heights. Some rolling hills. Jan Kujawa
2 SUN RIDE TO REMEMBER/POLICE UNITY TOUR. (Non-TCBC) 8:30 AM from the Metrodome. For more information see http://policeunitytour.org/MN.html
3 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, LeAnn Cummins and Ron Plinske
3 MON MELLOW MONDAY. C 15-22 mi. Depart at 6 PM from Long Lake Regional Park main pavilion, New Brighton. Route varies weekly and it may be map or mapless. Join us for a casual mellow ride around northern suburbs. This is a stay-together ride. Weather will dictate the miles. Dave Swaab, Kay Mitchell
3 MON LAKE NOKOMIS OUT & BACK. B/C 20-25 mi. 6 PM. Leave from Nokomis Beach Coffee House at corner of 28th and 50th St. in south Mpls. This is one block east of Lake Nokomis on 50th st, and two bocks south of Minneapolis Pkwy on 28th Ave. Park on the street. This is a social ride that will be exploring Mpls & St. Paul. Leaders: Mike Daniels& Diana Cohen and John Gamradt
4 TUE THE GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 25-35 mi. (All New Start/Finish Location). We’ll leave at 8:30 AM sharp, from Panera’s Bread, located at 2515 White Bear Ave, in Maplewood. 2 blocks north of Hiway 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
4 TUE BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. A/B 31 miles with a shorter 24 mile option. Depart at 6:00 PM from Bunker Hills Activity Center, 550 Bunker Lake Blvd, NW; Andover. There is no scheduled rest stop on the shorter ride option unless you are averaging more than 12 mph. 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
4 TUE GEARS, TEARS, & FEARS. A/B 26 mi. Depart at 6 PM from the parking lot at intersection of Summit Ave and Mississippi River Blvd in St. Paul. 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
4 TUE LEFTY'S MINNETONKA RIDE. A/B 25-30 mi. Depart from Minnetonka City Hall upper parking lot at 6 PM. Classic loop of Lake Minnetonka. Andy Danielson 763-473-1678, Joel Stenoien, Doug Duoos
4 TUE TCBC BOARD BUSINESS MEETING. Meet at 7 PM at St. Paul location at Selby and Dale. All members welcome. For info, contact Mike Beadles
5 WED THE WHOLE ENCHILADA! A/B 20-30 mi. Depart at 6 PM from the Roseville Professional Center (2233 Hamline Ave No. 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
5 WED BEST BET BY BEST BUY. B 20-35 mi. Let’s share alterations 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 WED LAKEVILLE LAKES LOOP. A 34 mi or A/B 28 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
5 WED STONE ARCHING. A/B 26 mi. Departs promptly at 6:00 PM from the Lock & Dam parking lot underneath the west end of the Stone Arch Bridge (go northeast on Portland from Washington Ave then just past West River Road down a short steep hill to the Minneapolis Lock & Dam parking lot) in Minneapolis for a ride using the East and West River Roads, Summit Ave and the High Bridge. Mike Beadles
5 WED TRAILS AT SUNSET. B/C 16-24 mi. Depart at 6:15 PM from Cub Foods lot in Maple Grove. From 694, take Weaver Lake Rd Exit right to 3rd stoplight. Turn right to Cub Foods and park at north end of lot. Easy paced, social ride mostly on trails. Options for food after ride. Mary Swanstrom, Paula Meserve
6 THU THE GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 25-35 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See May 4.
6 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.
6 THU BALD EAGLE LAKE. B 29 mi. Leave at 6 PM from Snail Lake Park Pavilion in Shoreview (hill above the beach). Doug Nelson
7 FRI CUPPA COFFEE. C 15-20 mi. Leave at 9:00 AM from Betsy's Back Porch Coffee Shop in South Minneapolis, corner of Diamond Lake Rd. and Nicollet Ave. Come early for a cuppa! Located a few blocks west of 35W, using the Diamond Lake Exit. Please park on the street. Fran Howley
7 FRI CANNON RIVER TRAIL RIDE. C 20 or 40 mi. Ride departs at 9:45 AM. Take County 7 from US Hwy 61 to trail parking lot just south of Welch MN. Two 20 mile options from starting point. We will lunch en route at least once, so bring funds. $3 trail fee or you may want to purchase season pass. Herb Schultz Clareyse Nelson
7 FRI MMIV METRIC. A/B 30 or 64 mi. Departs at 10 AM from Bruegger's Bagels, across Hwy 96 from Snail Lake School (on east end of strip mall on NE corner of Hwy 96 & Hodgson/49 in North Oaks). This all-time favorite "Metric" route's half-way point is Marine-on-St-Croix, a charming little town! Leader: Chuck Sunder
7 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://www.zzzurn.com/maps/burnshore.html) Mark Gregory, Lee Thielman
8 SAT AFTON-COTTAGE GROVE HILL TOUR. A/B 41 mi. Depart at 8 AM. See May 1.
8 SAT WASHINGTON COUNTY WHIRL. A/B 41 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
8 SAT WESTSIDE METRIC CENTURY. A/B 62 mi or shorter 30 mi option. Depart from Minnetonka City Hall upper parking lot at 9 AM. Andy Danielson, Joel Stenoien, Doug Duoos
8 SAT EASE INTO BIKING SERIES. C 15 mi. 9:30 AM. See May 1.
8 SAT BASIC GROUP RIDING SKILLS. B 20 mi. Meet at Island Lake Park at 10 AM. (take 694 to Victoria exit, Island Lake Park is just south on Victoria) Whether you’re brand new to group riding or just want to brush up on your skills, this session will show you the skills and etiquette to ride safely and enjoyably with a group. We'll do some fun drills in the parking lot, then head out for a ride to practice what we've learned. Since the emphasis is on group riding, we will stay together for the ride.
8 SAT B RIDE WITH SOME HILLS. B 30 mi. Leave at 10 AM at 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
8 SAT DONE BY ONE. B – B/C 25 mi. Depart at 10 AM. See May 1.
8 SAT MAPLE GROVE & BEYOND. B 40-53 mi. Depart 10 AM from Cub Foods in Maple Grove. Take I-94 West to Weaver Lake Road Exit. Turn right to third stop lights. Turn right into Cub Foods. Park at north end of lot. Explore the countryside west and north of Maple Grove. Larry Miller and Paula Meserve
8 SAT DONE BY ONE DOUBLE SHOT. B 25 mi. Depart at 1:30 PM. See May 1.
8 SAT 300 KM WATERLOO BREVET. (non-TCBC). A 183 mi/20 hr time limit. Depart at 7:00 AM from Travel Inn, 3350 University Ave, Waterloo, Iowa. Ride to qualify for various 1200 km events or just for fun! For more info see cvbrevet.home.mchsi.com or contact Charles Breer
9 SUN SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. A/B 62 & 79 mi + A 100 & 151 mi. Depart 6:00 AM. See May 2. Leader: Kristine Poelzer
9 SUN DOIN' THE DUNES. A/B 42 mi. Depart at 8 AM. See May 2.
9 SUN CAMARILLO BRILLO. A/B 25-30 miles. Leaves at 10:00 AM. See May 2.
9 SUN PRE-LOOOMIS MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDE. MB-B 15 mi. Depart from the parking lot near the boat ramp at Lake Rebecca Park Reserve at 1:00 PM. All levels for riders are welcome. Ride may be cancelled due to wet conditions. Call on Saturday to confirm. Bob Bryan
10 MON DEADLINE for the June ACTIVITY NEWS. E-mail schedule info to schedule-at-biketcbc.org. Articles to Doug Nelson, newsletter-at-biketcbc.org.
10 MON NORTH TO NORTH BRANCH. C 34 miles. Depart at 9:30 AM from Forest Lake City Hall parking lot (rear of building) located 220 N. Lake (Hwy 61) in downtown Forest Lake. Hardwood Creek/Sunrise Prairie Trail ride. Join us for lunch after ride. Stan Hinich Herb Schultz
10 MON MILES FROM MAPLEWOOD. A/B 30-35 mi., B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See May 3.
10 MON MELLOW MONDAY. C 15-22 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See May 3.
10 MON LEFTY'S WESTSIDE RIDE. A/B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6 PM from Parkers Lake Ball fields parking lot at County Rd. 6 & Niagara Lane in Plymouth. Andy Danielson, Joel Stenoien, Doug Duoos
11 TUE THE GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 25-35 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See May 4.
11 TUE BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. A/B 31 mi., B/C 24 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. There is no scheduled rest stop on the B/C ride option. See May 4. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne
11 TUE GEARS, TEARS, & FEARS. A/B 26 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See May 4.
12 WED MIDWEEK MORNING RAMBLES. C 20-30 mi. Depart at 10 AM from the Champlin Community Center parking lot by the Elm Creek Trail access on the west side of the 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 locals after the ride. Phillip Lawson
12 WED SOUTHERN COMFORT. B/C 15-25 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 WED LAKEVILLE LAKES LOOP. A 34 mi or A/B 28 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See May 5.
12 WED STONE ARCHING. A/B 26 mi. Departs promptly at 6 PM. See May 5.
12 WED WASHINGTON COUNTY WINDER. A/B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:15 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.) Come on out and ride along the quiet winding backroads of the area on a ride where you can practically count the number of turns! Mary Derks
12 WED TRAILS AT SUNSET. B/C 16-24 mi. Depart at 6:15 PM. See May 5.
13 THU THE GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 25-35 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See May 4.
13 THU BLOOMINGTON MEANDER. C 20 mi. Ride departs at 10:00 AM from parking lot on West 94th street, one block west of Nesbitt. Take Normandale Blvd to 94th street. Optional lunch after ride. Clareyse Nelson Herb Schultz
13 THU A DUTCH TREAT PLUS. Depart at 6 PM. A/B 29 mi., B 23 mi. See May 6.
13 THU FARQUAR PARK LOOP. A 36 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. John Pugh
14-16 FRI-SUN JERRY LOOMIS MOUNTAIN BIKE ADVENTURE WEEKEND. MTB A, B, C. See separate newsletter article. Bob and Karen Bryan
14 FRI CUPPA COFFEE. C 15-20 mi. Leave at 9:00 AM. See May 7.
14 FRI MMIV METRIC. A/B 30 or 64 mi. See May 7th. Departs at 10 AM. Leader: Katie Diaz
14 FRI TGIF DINNER SERIES. B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See May 7.
15 SAT AFTON-COTTAGE GROVE HILL TOUR. A/B 41 mi. Depart at 8 AM. See May 1.
15 SAT MAY MIXER, WOW REVISITED. A/B 73 mi, B 56 mi, C 33 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM from Hoffman Park, River Falls, WI. Big hills for A-B riders, small hills for C riders, and great scenery and camaraderie for everybody. Come out and see your friends. See May 1 for directions. Note later start time. Dave Eenigenburg (Deeburg-at-comcast.net) and Dianne Bell (tacobell63-at-yahoo.com), 612 822 9972; David Baird and Paul Huntington
15 SAT MUNCHY METRIC. B 55-62 miles. 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
15 SAT DONE BY ONE. B – B/C 25 mi. Depart at 10 AM. See May 1.
15 SAT MAPLE GROVE & BEYOND. B 40-53 mi. 10 AM. See May 8.
15 SAT SCANDIA-MARINE TOMATO TWENTY. C 20 mi. Depart at 1 PM. Call or email
for starting location. Join us for an easy, casual ride exploring the gently
rolling backroads of Scandia and Marine on St. Croix. Enjoy a break along the
route for a tour of a commercial hydroponic greenhouse. See separate story.
Jan Hogle
15 SAT DONE BY ONE DOUBLE SHOT. B 25 mi. Depart at 1:30 PM. See May 1.
15 SAT 200 KM ROCHESTER BREVET. (non-TCBC). A 130 mi/13.5 hr time limit. Depart at 8:00 AM from Wal-Mart parking lot at corner of US Hwy 52 & 55th St. in Rochester, MN. Ride to qualify for various 1200km events or just for fun! Contact Martin Fahje or Charles Breer
16 SUN SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. A/B 62 & 79 mi. + A 100 & 151 mi. Depart 5:45 AM. See May 2. Leader: Steve Robertson
16 SUN DOIN' THE DUNES. A/B 42 mi. Depart at 8 AM. See May 2.
16 SUN ROLLING ON THE WESTSIDE. A/B 44 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See May 2.
16 SUN PLUM CITY PUMPER. A/B 60 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM from the municipal parking lot on Main St. at the north end of Plum City, WI. Tune up your climbing muscles in preparation for Cruisin' the Coulees next weekend! Ride includes a segment along Lake Pepin between Maiden Rock and Pepin. Plum City is on U.S. Hwy. 10, about 35 miles east of Prescott, WI. Tony Wanschura
16 SUN BLITZKRIEG BOP. A/B 35-45 mi. Leaves at 9:30 AM from University of Saint Thomas in St. Paul. Focus on hills. Jan Kujawa
16 SUN ICE CREAM SUNDAE. B/C 25-30 mi. Leaves at 2:30 PM 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.) Join us as we sample the delights of Minneapolis' Crema Cafe (ice cream, sorbet, coffee!), and admire the gardens and scenery of the river and lakes in spring. Dave Swaab, Julie VanMersbergen
17 MON BALD EAGLE AND MORE. C 28 miles. Depart at 9:30 AM from Burger King at Hwys 36 and 120 (Century). Route includes biking around Bald Eagle Lake. Roads and Gateway Trail route. Optional lunch at Burger King after ride. (Map to start: http://www.zzzurn.com/maps/gatewaybk.html) Herb Schultz; Stan Hinich
17 MON MILES FROM MAPLEWOOD. A/B 30-35 mi., B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See May 3.
17 MON MELLOW MONDAY. C 15-22 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See May 3.
17 MON LAKE NOKOMIS OUT & BACK. B/C 20-25. 6 PM. See May 3.
17 MON LEFTY'S WESTSIDE RIDE. A/B 25-30 6 PM. See May 10.
18 TUE THE GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 25-35 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See May 4.
18 TUE BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. A/B 31 mi., B/C 24 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. Rest stops available on both ride options. See May 4. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne
18 TUE GEARS, TEARS, & FEARS. A/B 26 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See May 4.
19 WED MIDWEEK MORNING RAMBLES. C 20-30 mi. Depart at 10 AM. See May 12.
19 WED THE WHOLE ENCHILADA! A/B 20-30 mi. 6 PM. See May 5.
19 WED BEST BET BY BEST BUY. B 20-35 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See May 5.
19 WED LAKEVILLE LAKES LOOP. A 34 mi or A/B 28 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See May 5.
19 WED STONE ARCHING. A/B 26 mi. Departs promptly at 6 PM. See May 5.
19 WED TRAILS AT SUNSET. B/C 16-24 mi. Depart at 6:15 PM. See May 5.
20 THU THE GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 25-35 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See May 4.
20 THU MENDOTA AND ST PAUL VIA HIGH BRIDGE. C 20 mi. Ride departs at 10 AM from parking lot on river side of Hwy 13, one + block south of Axel's. We bike city streets of Mendota Heights and St Paul via High Bridge and Summit Ave. Caribou Coffee stop en route and an optional luncheon at Axel's after ride. Herb Schultz; Clareyse Nelson
20 THU A DUTCH TREAT PLUS. Depart at 6 PM. A/B 29 mi., B 23 mi. See May 6.
20 THU VILLAGE BLEND WRAP UP RIDE. B 22-25 mi. Depart -at- 6:15 PM from the St. Anthony Village parking lot. (Hwy 88 and St. Anthony Pkwy intersection). Park east of the DQ toward the southern end of parking lot. Ride will go north and east (around many St. Paul lakes, a few hills, easy city riding). Bathroom possibilities around halfway point. After ride opportunity to eat/socialize at the Village Blend. Diane Boushek
20 THU TCBC TIRE REPAIR CLINIC. Held at Sibley Bike Depot in St. Paul from 7 to 9 PM; reservation required. See separate article. Contact Pete Hawkins
21 FRI MMIV METRIC. A/B 30 or 64 mi. See May 7th. Departs at 10 AM. Leader: Charlie Caswell
21 FRI TGIF DINNER SERIES. B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See May 7.
22 SAT AFTON-COTTAGE GROVE HILL TOUR. A/B 41 mi. Depart at 8 AM. See May 1.
22 SAT RED WING/CANNON FALLS EXPRESS NOW LEAVING ON TRACK 11. C 40 mi. Brought back to you by popular demand. This will be the big C Social Ride. 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 half way point (Welch village picnic area, about 10 mi. 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 that call before coming to the ride to make sure it’s a go. Any more questions? Call Augie "The Gus Meister" Muller
22 SAT WESTSIDE METRIC CENTURY A/B 62 mi. or shorter 30 mi option. 9 AM. See May 8.
22 SAT EASE INTO BIKING SERIES. C 20. 9:30 AM. See May 1.
22 SAT B RIDE WITH SOME HILLS. B 30 mi. Leave at 10 AM. See May 8.
22 SAT DONE BY ONE. B – B/C 25 mi. Depart at 10 AM. See May 1.
22 SAT MAPLE GROVE & BEYOND. B 40-53 mi. 10 AM. See May 8.
22-23 CRUISING THE COULEES OVERNIGHT. A/B 65 miles on Saturday and options of 44, 58 or 65 mi. on Sunday. Meet at Reick's Lake Park near Alma, WI. at 10 am on Saturday (10:30 ride departure). Alma is about 80 miles southeast of the Twin Cities on WI. Hwy. 35. Reick's Lake Park is app. two miles north of Alma on the left side of southbound Hwy. 35. (Just south of the intersection of 35 and Co. Rd. I) We'll embark on a most beautiful ride into the hills and dales of Wisconsin's famed coulee country. To elaborate, a COULEE is defined as "a steep ravine". These rides will TRAVERSE many coulees. (def. as "across, over or through"). These coulees will command your full ATTENTION. (def. as "concentration of the mental powers upon an object"). You will be in AWE of these coulees. (def. as "An emotion of mingled reverence, dread and wonder"). To be sure, bring your "I love hills" attitude! Dinner, perhaps playing a player piano and exploring the quaint streets of Alma will be the evenings fare. After a hearty breakfast Sunday morning, we'll seek out an equally pleasant route. You can choose from three mileage options and they all have the first 27 miles or so in common. The emphasis will be on group riding and not on speed so don't be afraid to give these rides a try. Saturday night lodging options can be obtained at this website: http://www.almawisconsin.com/. You are responsible for arranging your own accommodations. Further info on routes, etc. at http://home.comcast.net/~bicyclebill/coulees/. Leaders: Bob Hoffman, Bill Simon, Rebecca Lawrence.
22 SAT MINNETONKA MEANDER. B/C 26 mi. Social ride around the lake area. Leave at 1 PM from the Minnetonka City Hall upper parking lot at Williston Road and Minnetonka Blvd, rest stop at Culvers. Dick Hartman, Mary Swanstrom & Vi Olson
22 SAT DONE BY ONE DOUBLE SHOT. B 25 mi. Depart at 1:30 PM. See May 1.
22 SAT COON RAPIDS CRUISE. C 14 mi. Depart at 3:00 PM from Bunker Hills Activity Center, 550 Bunker Lake Blvd, NW; Andover. This is a social ride on the scenic trails of Bunker Hills Regional Park through the suburban streets of Coon Rapids to the Coon Rapids Dam and back. Rest rooms and water available at the dam. John Swoyer
23 SUN SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. A/B 62 & 79 mi. + A 100 & 151 mi. Depart 5:45 AM. See May 2. Leader: Kristine Poelzer
23 SUN DOIN' THE DUNES. A/B 42 mi. Depart at 8 AM. See May 2.
23 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
23 SUN SINGING STIRRUPS MIX' IN MAPLE. A/B 40-50 mi. B 35-38 mi. B/C - C 25-30 mi. Pedal 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. Tune your wheels with fun to ride one of these three rides. Choose a time, length, and tempo that pings your personal fancy. Our ride leaders have mapped out two separate low traffic, scenic country roads for the A/B and B riders to drum along by. Most of the route is rolling, but don't be surprised to be wailing a few "Momma Mia's!" on some hills. Our B/C and C riders will band together for mapless, no drop group ride. They will go humming along the newly paved bike paths that hug Rice Lake and Elm Creek Park, stopping at the Nature Center for note or two :) Additional socializing at Applebee's after the ride. Connie Gabriel, Ken Hilgers, Larry Miller, Dave Swaab
23 SUN SIERRA CENTURY RIDE. (Non-TCBC) 12, 30, 60, 80 or 100 miles through county forests, past Amish farms, and along a historic stagecoach route. Cost: $20, $15 prior to May 20. Start 7-9 AM at Beaver Creek Reserve in Fall Creek, WI.
24 MON ST PAUL RIDE-AROUND. C 23 miles. 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
24 MON MILES FROM MAPLEWOOD. A/B 30-35 mi., B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See May 3.
24 MON MELLOW MONDAY. C 15-22 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See May 3.
24 MON LEFTY'S WESTSIDE RIDE. A/B 25-30 6 PM. See May 10.
25 TUE THE GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 25-35 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See May 4.
25 TUE BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. A/B 31 mi., B/C 24 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. Rest stops available on both ride options. See May 4. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne (dohogne-at-msn.com) 763-862-1411.
25 TUE GEARS, TEARS, & FEARS. A/B 26 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See May 4.
26 WED NORTHERN LAKES LOOP. A/B 30-35 mi., B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6 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. Optional dinner afterwards at Green Mill. Mary Derks and Lisa Austin
26 WED SOUTHERN COMFORT. B/C 15-25 mi. Leaving at 6 PM. See May 12.
26 WED LAKEVILLE LAKES LOOP. A 34 mi or A/B 28 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See May 5.
26 WED STONE ARCHING. A/B 26 mi. Departs promptly at 6 PM. See May 5.
26 WED TRAILS AT SUNSET. B/C 16-24 mi. Depart at 6:15 PM from Cub Foods lot in Maple Grove. From 694, take Weaver Lake Rd Exit right to 3rd stoplight. Turn right to Cub Foods and park at north end of lot. Easy paced, social ride mostly on trails. Options for food after ride. Paula Meserve, Larry Miller
27 THU THE GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 25-35 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See May 4.
27 THU A DUTCH TREAT PLUS. Depart at 6 PM. A/B 29 mi., B 23 mi. See May 6.
27 THU FARQUAR PARK LOOP. A 36 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See May 13.
28 FRI MMIV METRIC. A/B 30 or 64 mi. See May 7th. Departs at 10 AM. Leader: Mike Beadles
28 FRI TGIF DINNER SERIES. B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See May 7.
29 SAT GRISIM MEMORIAL RIDE. A/B, B, C rides of 29, 48, 63 mi. Begins at Snail Lake Park in Shoreview. Big TCBC summer kickoff. See separate story. Doug Nelson, Pete Hawkins
29 SAT 300 KM ROCHESTER BREVET. (non-TCBC). A 183 mi/20 hr time limit. Depart at 7:00 AM. See May 15.
29 SAT NORTH ROADS SPRING CENTURY (non-TCBC). 25, 50, 62, 75, 100 mi. Starts at 9 AM from Narrows Park in Rice Lake, WI. Register for $1.00 for cue sheet from 8:30 to 9. Rain or shine, all welcome.
29 SAT SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER. N 20-25 mi. Leaves at 7:00 PM 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.) Wear your most funky bug spray and charge up your sparkliest lights to cruise streets before dusk, and trails after dark. Bring ice cream money. See ride key for N ride requirements. Julie VanMersbergen, Jim Graves
30 SUN SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. A/B 62 & 79 mi. + A 100 & 151 mi. Depart 5:30 AM. See May 2. Leader: Steve Robertson
30 SUN MINNESOTA RIVER VALLEY TOUR. A 83 mi or A/B 65 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 long route will cross the Minnesota River at Shakopee and the shorter route will cross on the Bloomington Ferry Bridge. Both routes will cross again on the I494 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
30 SUN RED CEDAR AND CREAMERY BRUNCH. C 20-30 mi. Ride departs at 10:30 AM from Menomonie WI trail head. Exit Hwy 94 on 41 A exit at Menomonie WI. Go south on Hwy 25 then west on Hwy 29 following signs to trail head. We will brunch well at the Creamery. Bring money for brunching and $3 trail fee. You may want to purchase a season pass. Clareyse Nelson; Herb Schultz
30 SUN KIMSON SERIES: WELCOME NEW MEMBERS RIDE. A/B 50 mi, B 33 mi, C 25 mi. Depart at 3 PM from the Kimson Restaurant back parking lot in Bloomington (8654 Lyndale Ave. So., 952-885-0230). New members especially welcome. Join us for excellent Vietnamese food at the restaurant after the ride. Julie VanMersbergen, Dave Swaab, Jan Kujawa, and Hugh Gitlin.
30 SUN CHIPPEWA VALLEY RIDE. (non-TCBC) See display ad in this issue. 30, 50, 75 & 100 mile routes. Chippewa Falls, WI www.ChippewaValleyRide.us
31 MON AFTON HILLS. A 71 mi. Depart at 9 AM from Rich Valley Park (Rich Valley Blvd and 105th St, Inver Grove Heights), west lot. We will ride from Inver Grove Heights to Afton, via Saint Paul and Woodbury and return via Hastings and Rosemount. The restrooms, at the start, might be locked, but there are a few porta-potties. John Pugh.
31 MON GAIL ELLIOTT MEMORIAL RIDE. A/B 45 or 55 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM from Northland Mall on Hwy. 61 in Forest Lake. Join us in honoring the memory of a special person & TCBC leader. On this yearly ride, we typically form at least two groups; one rides at an A pace and one at a B pace. Pete Hawkins.
31 MON CHIPPEWA RIVER TRAIL RIDE. C 35-40 miles. Meet at 10:00 AM at Trail Head in Eau Claire WI. From Hwy 12 in Eau Claire, take Menomonie St East onto Water St. approximately one mile to 1st Ave. Parking lot on left. We will trek to Carryville and Meridean with stops en route. $3.00 trail fee. Optional dining venue after ride. Herb Schultz; Clareyse Nelson
31 MON MEMORIAL DAY LOOP. A/B 49, B 34 mi. Leaves at 1:30 PM from the main parking lot at the University of St. Thomas, corner of Cretin and Summit Avenues, St. Paul. Choose from an A/B or B loop, each with an opportunity to stop for ice cream. Julie VanMersbergen.