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1 WED CITY EXPLORER. A/B 25-40 mi. Depart promptly at 10:00 AM from the Lake Harriet Bandshell in Minneapolis. With Lake Harriet as our base, we'll venture out in all directions and explore the beautiful metro area by bicycle. Self-sufficient B riders welcome. Kelly Hazel
1 WED CHAMPLIN MIDMORNING RAMBLE. C 20 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM from Trailhead Cycling and Fitness, 11351 Aquila Dr. (115th and US 169), Champlin, MN, 763-712-0312. Park on the north side of the cycle shop. This ride uses paved trails and low-traffic streets. Midride break and lunch at Culver's after the ride. Phillip Lawson, 612-554-1316, plawson-at-wwdb.org.
1 WED WILDS OF WI. A/B 40-65 mi; shortcut options available. Depart 10:45 AM from the Wisconsin Visitor Center just off exit 2 of I-94 in Hudson, WI. Self-sufficient B riders strongly encouraged. Due to location, call morning of ride if weather is at all questionable. If you wish, call leader before coming to start to see if ride has been cancelled; I will always have a message on my answering machine Weds morning confirming the status of the ride. Sue Blum, 651-690-2100.
1 WED THE WHOLE ENCHILADA! A/B 25-35 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
1 WED BEST BET BY BEST BUY. B 20-35 mi. Let’s define 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. David Gepner.
1 WED TRAILS AT SUNSET. B/C 16-24 mi. Depart at 6:15 PM from the Cub Foods parking lot in Maple Grove. Take I-494 or I-94 to the Weaver Lake Rd exit, then right (east) on Weaver Lake Road to the Cub lot on your right. An easy trail ride with mileage options. Food and treats after the ride. Mary Swanstrom, 763-427-2909 and Paula Meserve, 763-420-6955.
2 THU AUGIE’S GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 24-35 mi. Note new location. Leave at 8:30 AM from the Maplewood Community Center at 2100 White Bear Ave, about 3 blocks south of Highway 36 and about a block north of the Gateway Trail. Park in the middle of the lot. All riders willkommen. Rest stop at the end of the trail, and optional lunch after the ride at Panera’s. Augie "The Gus Meister" Muller, 651-770-5065.
2 THU FRENCH CONNECTION WITH A TWIST. C 25 mi. Depart at 9:00 AM from Lake Nokomis Community Center overflow parking lot at 2401 East Minnehaha Parkway (Mpls). June Johnson, Ambassador, showcases this special ride and will explain the ride title. Our route will be on trails from Community Center to Lake Harriet/Lake Calhoun/Greenway/new LRT/River Road/Cedar Lake trail/back to Lake Calhoun/Lake Harriet and back to GO. Optional lunch after ride. Ambassador: June Johnson. Leader: Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381.
2 THU THURSDAY THERAPY. A/B 30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM 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 gently rolling and scenic ride southward into northern Dakota County. Various leaders. Tony Wanschura, tonyjw-at-mindspring.com, 651-224-8360.
2 THU GREAT GOOGLY MOOGLY. B 25-35 mi. NOTE START LOCATION!! Depart at 6:00 PM from the University of St. Thomas main lot, corner of Cretin and Summit Avenues in St. Paul. Route varies with the daylight, and variously features the Roseville Reservoir, Battle Creek Trail, the Gateway Trail, and the Mississippi River. Possibility of food after. Julie VanMersbergen, .
2 THU BICICLETA LA VIDA SALVAJE. A/B 27 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge, located just east of the Airport Hilton. From I-494, exit south on 34th Ave, left onto American Blvd, then right into the refuge parking lot at the top of the hill. Come on down south for some fun cycling! Mike Beadles, MrBikey-at-mn.rr.com, 612-432-5393.
2 THU A DUTCH TREAT. 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 763-535-2474 and Evie Walters 763-473-2915.
2 THU GROUP RIDING NOW! B/C 20-22 mi. Depart at 6:30 PM from Now Sports, 3673 Lexington Ave N (between County Road E and 694). Want to ride with a group, but don't want to be left in the dust by a pack of spandex-clad praying mantises? Join us in this twice-monthly series, headquartered at Now Sports in Arden Hills, 651-490-7709. We'll explore lightly traveled roads in the northern suburbs. With leaders riding at the front and rear of the group, nobody gets dropped. Come early and check out the fine gear at Now Sports. Co-leaders: Paul Huntington, 651-379-4300, huntingtonpaul-at-yahoo.com; Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175, hansonca96-at-comcast.net.
3 FRI MMV METRIC. A/B 64 or 30 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM from Vadnais-Sucker Lake Regional Park north parking lot on Rice St and Hwy 96 (55127). Join us on this popular ride to Marine-on-St. Croix, with a stop for a tasty sandwich at the General Store. Charlie Caswell, charliec38-at-yahoo.com, 612-671-8976 or 763-242-4562.
3 FRI TRAILS EAST. Ride 4 of series. C 25-30 mi. Depart at 10:15 AM from Erik's Bike Shop, 16376 Wagner Way, Eden Prairie, one block north from Hwy. 5 and Hwy 4 (Eden Prairie Road). Right on Wagner Way, then left into the strip mall parking lot. We will bike the LRT South, Hutchinson Spur, Cedar Lake, and LRT East trails. Prepare for both packed limestone and paved trails. Luncheon stop en route. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381 and Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009.
3 FRI VELO-TREMPEALEAU SUMMER, DAY 1. A/B 35-45 mi. Depart at 2:00 PM from the Oak Park Inn, 18224 Ervin St, Whitehall, WI. The "OPI" is 2 hours southeast from the Twin Cities, 1-877-479-7024, www.oakparkinn.com. Rooms also available at the Relax Inn, 1-715-985-2323. Mention TCBC to secure your room. For an option in the town of Trempealeau, call the Pleasant Knoll Inn, 1-888-210-8790. Don't forget to tell them you're with TCBC! For route info contact John Murphy, mncartfan-at-yahoo.com; Ron Plinske for lodging info, 651-777-1080; Kristine Poelzer for general info, 651-633-1127.
3 FRI LET'S RIDE BRAINERD. A/B 35+ Mi. There will be options for additional miles by riding more of the Paul Bunyan Trail. We will depart at 2:00 PM from the Paul Bunyan Trailhead in Baxter. Our route will start out on the trail and then we will venture out on to some of the area back roads. Directions to the Trailhead in Baxter: From Brainerd, go west on State Highway 210 about 3/4 mile. Turn north (right) on State Highway 371 to the first stoplight (Excelsior Road). Turn east (right) and continue to the parking lot. If the weather looks questionable, please call to see if the ride will GO. Susan Evan, 612-729-1441, bikersusan-at-hotmail.com.
3 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. Mark Gregory, 651-490-1626; Tom and Dona Devine, 651-398-6778; Lee Thielman, 651-483-9650.
4 SAT NATIONAL TRAILS DAY. Explore one today or anytime!
4 SAT OUTREACH RIDE: TOUR OF LAKES. See “Outreach Rides” section of the newsletter for more information. NO TCBC INSURANCE.
4 SAT VELO-TREMPEALEAU SUMMER, DAY 2. A/B 50-60, 100 mi. Depart at 9:00 AM. Whitehall, Wisconsin. See Jun 3.
4 SAT AFTON/ELMO. B 33-37 mi. Scenic with some big hills and a couple of new roads in Woodbury. Leave at 9:30 AM from Ojibway Park in Woodbury. >From 494, go southeast at Lake Road interchange, turn left (east) on Courtley Road, and right on Ojibway Drive. Doug Nelson, 651-639-9917.
4 SAT ELM CREEK "EASE INTO BIKING" SERIES. C 20 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM from the west side of the parking lot of the Holiday gas station, 109th Ave N and Douglas Dr in Champlin. A friendly set of 6 Saturday morning rides (June 4, 11, 18, 25) exploring the North Hennepin Corridor Trail between the Coon Rapids Dam and Elm Creek Park Reserve in Maple Grove. >From I-694, take Hwy 252 north 3.4 miles to the new Hwy 610 and get in LEFT lane. Turn left (west) on Hwy 610 for 3 miles, then right (north) on Zane Ave N/County Road 14 for 1.6 miles. Zane becomes Douglas Drive. At 109th Ave N, turn right into Holiday lot. If coming from the west, from I-694 go north on Hwy 169 for 5.1 miles, turn right at the lights on 109th Ave N for 1.6 miles, then left into the Holiday at Douglas Dr. Newer riders encouraged; all social riders welcome. Bring a full water bottle, a spare tube, and questions. Optional lunch afterwards. Paul Huntington, 651-486-2731 and Carolyn Caswell, ceCaswell-at-hotmail.com, 763-315-3687.
4 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, along the Mississippi River in St. Paul. Enter at the intersection where Mississippi River Blvd becomes Shepard Road. The ride goes along the Mississippi River, with several nice climbs. Dave Dugan, 651-633-6228, david.dugan-at-unisys.com.
4 SAT GET TO KNOW HASTINGS. C 20 mi. We will meet at 10:00 AM at Falls of Vermillion River Park. From Twin Cities take Hwy 61 south to Hastings. After crossing bridge, continue through Hwy 46 junction, then turn left on 21st St East to park (across from Applebee's). Hastings' TCBC'ers Bob Caneff and John Avoles will showcase the pluses of this bustling city as we trek paved bike paths and bike-friendly streets. Optional after-ride activities will offer luncheon trip to Bailly Bash and malts at the Dairy Store. Leader option to spring for the malts. Co-leaders: Dave Rusinko, 763-494-3955; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381.
4 SAT DONE BY ONE. A/B 50 mi. & B/C 25 mi. Depart at 10 AM from Nokomis Beach Coffee, at the corner of South 28th Ave. and East 50th St. in South Mpls. One block east of Lake Nokomis on E. 50th St and two blocks south of Minnehaha Pkwy on S. 28th Ave. The same great ride, but with different options! Park on the street but not in front of the coffee shop or the other businesses. This is an easy B/C ride, with a longer A/B option, exploring Mpls and St. Paul roadways, parks, bikeways, and lakes! Stay after for light lunch or snack and coffee at Nokomis Beach Coffee – great sandwiches also! Dave Swaab, 612-709-1174, Tony Anthonisen, 612-743-7555.
4 SAT ICE CREAM LOVERS TOUR. C 20-25 mi. Depart at 1:00 PM from Erik’s Saint Louis Park, 8006 Minnetonka Blvd. We will explore Saint Louis Park, Minneapolis, and Hopkins with four ice cream stops. Steven Steuck, 952-0933-2946.
5 SUN SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. A/B 62 & 79 mi, A 100 & 151 mi. Depart 5:30 AM from Perkins Restaurant, New Brighton [zipcode 55112], 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 and city plus the whole Gateway Trail, starting with the solitude of a sunrise. Lee Thielman, 651-483-9650.
5 SUN FALLS ‘N LAKES WITH JOE. C 25-30 mi. Depart at 7:30 AM from the Witch's Hat tower in Prospect Park, Seymour & Orlin Aves SE, Mpls. We'll meander through lakes and parkways to the falls and on to 43rd & Upton for Sebastian Joe's. We'll head back around the lakes' parkways. Let’s do brunch. Mary Miller.
5 SUN AFTON-COTTAGE GROVE HILL TOUR. A/B 45 mi. Depart at 8:00 AM from Eagle Valley Shopping Center parking lot, SE intersection of Woodbury Dr. (Hwy 19) & Valley Creek Rd in Woodbury. See Maps to Ride Starts at http://www.zzzurn.com/maps/espresso.html). Strut your stuff on the hills, then regroup on the flats. Dave Haerle, 651-768-7406, .
5 SUN CHASKA-WACONIA-CHASKA. A/B 38-45 mi. (self-sufficient B riders welcome). Departs 8:30 AM from Caribou Coffee at the NE corner of Highway 41 and Pioneer Trail in Chaska. (From Eden Prairie, take either 5 to 41 and go south, or 212 to 41 and go north.) Park at far west end of lot. Long stretches w/ rolling hills! See beautiful Lake Waconia! Go 5 miles at a pop w/out stop signs! Map at start. Lee Stagg (Eric Feld, often a co-leader).
5 SUN VELO-TREMPEALEAU SUMMER, DAY 3. A/B 32, 49, & 63 mi. Depart at 9:00 AM. Whitehall, Wisconsin. See Jun 3.
5 SUN POST TOUR OF LAKES RIDE. B 50 mi. w/shortcut options. Depart at 10 AM from the Paul Bunyan Trailhead in Baxter (also near the Northland Arboretum). Directions to trailhead: from the intersection of Hwys 371 & 210 in Brainerd, go north on Hwy 371 to the first stoplight (Excelsior Rd). Turn right (east) and go about 1 mile. The trailhead is on your left. Cap off your weekend in the beautiful Brainerd Lakes area with another scenic ride past lakes, through forests, and on trails. Mary Derks (mderks-at-comcast.net) 651-482-9605.
5 SUN TERRY'S BEST DAM (MAPLESS) RIDE REPEAT. C 30-35 mi. TCBC member Terry Osell will showcase this social ride along the Mississippi and Coon Rapids Dam. Depart at 10:00 AM from Boom Island Parking lot (pay lot parking or free street parking) We will discover new bikeways and enjoy the special stops en route and at the dam. Optional after ride lunch at Broadway Pizza Herb Schultz : 952-941-4381
5 SUN TOUR DE CURE. (Non-TCBC) The American Diabetes Association's fundraising cycling event. Check-in 7:00-8:30 AM. Begin and end your ride at the Lake Harriet Bandshell in Minneapolis. Register as an individual or a team by visiting www.diabetes.org/tour, or contact Tracy Haglund, 1-888-342-2383 ext. 6784, for more information.
6 MON DEADLINE for the July newsletter. E-mail schedule info to schedule-at-biketcbc.org. Articles to Doug Nelson, newsletter-at-biketcbc.org.
6 MON CHASKA TRAILS/DIKES RIDE. C 28 mi. Depart at 10:15 AM from Bokoo Bikes at 550 Lake Drive. Turn South on Market Blvd (Hwy 101 South) at Hwy 5. Go one block south from Hwy 5 (Bokoo Bikes is on the left). We will be biking on blacktopped trails through Chanhassen and Chaska where we will join the Chaska Dike Trails and stop at the historic Chaska Mill for lunch. Ambassadors: Duane and Diana Kasper and Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009.
6 MON MILES FROM MAPLEWOOD. A/B 35-40 mi., B 30-35 mi. Depart at 6:00 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, 651-779-1508; Jim Pederson, 651-784-3353.
6 MON MY OH MY MINNEAPOLIS. B 25-35 mi. Depart at 6 PM from the rear parking lot of the Sunrise Cyclery bike shop 612-310-6698, 3031 2nd Ave. So., Minneapolis 55408, located on the east side of 35-W just south of Lake Street. Sample the best scenery of Minneapolis via premier bicycle routes using roads and many trails. Arrive early to check out the shop, fill up your water bottle and change from work to cycling clothes. Route scout: Jamie McDonald, Leader: Kristine Poelzer 651-633-1127
7 TUE AUGIE’S GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 24-35 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See June 2.
7 TUE TUESDAY ON THE CANNON. B/C 20-40 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM from Welch Trailhead, Cannon Valley Trail. Take Hwy 61 south to Hwy 7 turnoff to Welch, about five miles north of Red Wing; go through Welch to trailhead across the river. We'll head to Red Wing, then back to Cannon Falls for lunch at the Stone Mill, then ride the final downhill 10 miles to Welch. Those wishing a 20-mile option can drop out at Welch on the way back from Red Wing. Don Picard, don451-at-mac.com, 952-894-3431.
7 TUE PINK EXPRESS. B 28 mi. Depart at 10:30 AM from County Cycles, 2700 Lexington Ave N, Roseville, 55113 (corner of Woodhill & Lexington). Park on Woodhill St. Wear any color you like. Ride past Owasso, Vadnais & Bald Eagle Lakes. Marina Lim, marina_lim-at-hotmail.com, 651-335-3966.
7 TUE TRI-RIDE (SHOP-RIDE-EAT). B/C 22-27 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from Erik’s Bike Shop in Oakdale. From I-694, take the 10th St exit to the Bergen Plaza strip mall. Arrive early to shop for necessities, like a rear-view mirror or new patch kit and tubes. Tired of riding alone? Looking for new friends to ride with? Expand your environs and please join us for a casual ride. Seasoned riders, bring a friend who’s new to cycling. Options in mall for dining after ride. For general info or directions to store, call Erik’s, 651-730-0022. LeAnn Plinske, 651-777-1080.
7 TUE LAKE NOKOMIS OUT & BACK. B 20-25 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from Lake Nokomis Beach Coffee at the corner 28th Ave south and 50th St in south Mpls. This is two blocks south of Minnehaha Parkway on 28th Ave. Please park on the street and not in front of shops! We will bike around South Mpls & St. Paul. Weather will dictate the miles. Leader Mike Daniels, 651-690-0190.
7 TUE LEFTY'S WESTSIDE RIDE. A/B 25-30 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. (Map to start: http://zzzurn.com/maps/plymouthstation.html) Andy Danielson 763-473-1678, Joel Stenoien 612-280-6367, Doug Duoos 763-421-2427.
7 TUE GEARS, TEARS,& FEARS. A/B 33, B 26 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from East Mississippi River Blvd and Hartford Ave. Park on the south side of Hartford or in the three north lots of the Temple of Aaron. WOW training ride. A classic hill ride and club favorite. Challenge yourself on St Paul's hills. It's easier than you think! Dave Erick (mudman2d-at-mn.rr.com) 763-350-0093.
7 TUE BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. B/C, A/B 21-40 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from Bunker Hills Activity Center, 550 Bunker Lake Blvd NW in Andover. Explore the northern Twin Cities metro area while riding through the open meadows and tree-lined avenues of the Anoka sand plain. Jim and Elizabeth Dohogne, dohogne-at-msn.com, 763-862-1411.
7 TUE ACAPULCO TO AFTON. A/B 35, 29 or 24 mi. Leave at 6:15 PM from the Acapulco Restaurant at 1240 North Frontage Road (of Hwy. 36) in Stillwater. From I-694 take Hwy. 36 east for 6.5 miles. Turn left on Washington Ave (first stoplight past the Hwy. 5 overpass). Take an immediate right on the frontage road (by Anderson Windows) for 1/4 mile to the Valley Ridge Mall and Acapulco Restaurant on the left. Some winding roads, a couple stop lights and a hill or two... no problems. An outside terrace, good fare and good friends... no worries. So come along. B riders wanted. Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676.
7 TUE BOARD OF DIRECTORS BUSINESS MEETING. For info, contact Mike Beadles at 612-432-5393.
8 WED CITY EXPLORER. A/B 25-40 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM. See June 1.
8 WED EDEN PRAIRIE ONLY. Ride 5 of series. C 15-20 mi. Depart at 10:15 AM from Erik's Bike Shop, 16376 Wagner Way, Eden Prairie, one block north from Hwy 5 and Hwy 4 (Eden Prairie Road). Turn right on Wagner Way then left into the strip mall parking lot. We'll bike the paved trails and bike-friendly roads of Eden Prairie. Expect some hills. Rest stop en route and luncheon at D'Amico in Eden Prairie. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381 and Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009.
8 WED WILDS OF WI. A/B 40-65 mi; shortcut options available. Depart 10:45 AM. See June 1. Due to location, call morning of ride if weather is at all questionable. If you wish, call leader before coming to start to see if ride has been cancelled; I will always have a message on my answering machine Weds morning confirming the status of the ride.Sue Blum, 651-690-2100.
8 WED CRUISING COON RAPIDS. C 20 mi. Depart from Erik's in Coon Rapids at 6:00 PM. This ride is on a paved trail and a slow-traffic road around the Coon Rapids Dam and Mississippi River. There will be a midpoint break, and after-ride socializing at one of the local coffee shops or restaurants. Phillip Lawson, 612-554-1316, plawson-at-wwdb.org.
8 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). Mike Leibfried, 651-463-1204 or Lucia Pierson, 651-730-06828.
8 WED WHITE BEAR LAKE LOOP. A/B 25-35 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from Erik’s Bike Shop on the NW corner of I-694 and Rice St. A scenic ride past area lakes en route to, and around, White Bear Lake. Optional dinner afterwards. Mary Derks, mderks-at-comcast.net, 651-482-9605.
8 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 adventure ride. (Map to start:http://zzzurn.com/maps/woodlake.html) David Gepner, GoneBiking-at-mn.rr.com 612-861-1703.
8 WED TRAILS AT SUNSET. B/C 16-24 mi. Depart 6:15 PM. See June 1. Mary Swanstrom, 763-427-2909 and Paula Meserve, 763-420-6955.
9 THU AUGIE’S GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 24-35 mi. 8:30 AM. See June 2.
9 THU CENTRAL LAKES TRAIL - OSAKIS TO GARFIELD. C 36 mi. Meet at 10:00 AM at the trailhead in Osakis. From I-94, take exit #114 onto Hwy 127 and continue to downtown Osakis. The trailhead is at the Osakis Information Center, Main Street and Central Avenue, with parking a block north and then left by the gazebo. We'll bike from Osakis to Garfield, have lunch, and return. Post-ride activities centered in and around Alexandria. Ambassador: Terry Osell. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381 and Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009. Cell phone at ride: 952-334-5382. See Upcoming Events.
9 THU THURSDAY THERAPY. A/B 30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 2.
9 THU GREAT GOOGLY MOOGLY. B 25-35 mi. NOTE START LOCATION!! Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 2.
9 THU BICICLETA LA VIDA SALVAJE. A/B 27 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 2.
9 THU A DUTCH TREAT. B 23 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 2.
9 THUR FREE POP WITH PIZZA B 20-35 mi. Leaving at 6 PM from the corner of 69th & Penn in Richfield and concluding with the Thursday night dinner special at the nearby Fireside Pizza. David Gepner, GoneBiking-at-mn.rr.com 612-861-1703.
9 THU CRUISING NOW! C 12-15 mi. Depart at 6:30 PM from Now Sports, 3673 Lexington Ave. N (between County Rd E and 694). Got a bike with coaster brakes, fat tires, white sidewalls, and a seat bigger than your own? Join us in this twice-monthly cruiser biking series, headquartered at Now Sports in Arden Hills, 651-490-7709. Riders who are not yet members of "cruiser nation" are welcome to join us, but bear in mind we will be sticking to the 10 mph pace befitting our stately beasts. Better yet, come early and check out the selection of stylin' cruisers at Now Sports, and rent one for the ride! Discover the pleasures of piloting a rolling sofa and we think you will agree . . . titanium is for sissies. Co-leaders: Paul Huntington, 651-486-2731 or huntingtonpaul-at-yahoo.com; Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175 or hansonca96-at-comcast.net.
10 FRI CENTRAL LAKES TRAIL - GARFIELD TO ASHBY. C 42 mi. Meet at 10:00 AM at the trailhead in Garfield. From I-94, take exit #97 (Garfield exit) onto County Rd 40 and continue about 4 miles to the stop sign. Then right on Hwy 82 and left on State St (Hwy 12) about a block to the trailhead. The trailhead has one porta toilet and the town restaurant is open until 2:00 PM. We'll bike to Ashby for lunch, then return for post-ride fun in or around Alexandria. Ambassador Terry Osell. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381 and Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009. Cell phone at ride: 952-334-5382. See Upcoming Events.
10 FRI MMV METRIC. A/B 64 or 30 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM. See June 3. Chuck Sunder, chucksunder-at-hotmail.com, 612-285-1946.
10 FRI TGIF DINNER SERIES. B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 3.
10-12 NORAN CLINIC MS 150 BIKE TOUR. Non-TCBC. FFI: www.ms150.com
11-12 SAT-SUN OUTREACH RIDE: TOMRV. See ”Outreach Rides” section of the newsletter for more information. NO TCBC INSURANCE.
11 SAT COON RAPIDS RIVER RIDE REVISED. A/B 60 mi. Depart at 7 AM from Eriks Bike Shop, 2120 Northdale Blvd, Coon Rapids, MN, 55433. Predominately Flat route traverses the Anoka Sand Plain, an extensive area of level terrain formed by glacial meltwaters, It passes through wooded areas as well as wide open prairie. Jeff Hofstede (jeff_hofstede-at-Yahoo.com) 763-863-0590. (WEB RIDE)
11 SAT AFTON-COTTAGE GROVE HILL TOUR. A/B 45 mi. Depart at 8:00 AM. See June 5.
11 SAT OSAKIS, NELSON, ALEXANDRIA, GARFIELD, BRANDON AND EVANSVILLE. Part II. C 52 mi. Takeoff time is 9:00 AM. This is the other half of the "Central Lakes Trail" which I have never been on. It’s one of the quietest trails around with a lot of shade trees along the way. We'll meet in Osakis and peddle our way towards Alexandria, Garfield, Brandon, and on to Evansville. You’ll get to see the big 28 foot OLE The Viking in Alexandria. If I get at least 5 people to go, and the weather is looking okay for that day, it’ll be a go. Any questions, call Augie aka "The Gus Meister" Muller, at 651-770-5065.
11 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 opportunity for a rest stop at the Morning Glory Cafe. Steve Scholl, srs428-at-msn.com, 651-341-0597. (WEB RIDE)
11 SAT PLUM CITY PUMPER. A/B 65-75 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM 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. A shorter option will be available. Further information will be posted on the TCBC egroup during the week before the ride. If the weather is questionable call the ride leader the morning of the ride for ride status, or check http://home.comcast.net/~bicyclebill/PlumCity/ for cancellation information on-line. Rebecca Lawrence, 612-381-1070 or cell (day of ride) 612-481-4145; Bill Simon, bicyclebill-at-comcast.net, 651-646-1176.
11 SAT ELM CREEK "EASE INTO BIKING" SERIES. C 20 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM. See June 4.
11 SAT CENTRAL LAKES TRAIL - ASHBY TO FERGUS FALLS. C 30 mi. Meet at 10:00 AM at the trailhead in Ashby. From I-94, take exit #77 (Hwy 78) north, then go left on County Road 82 and right on County 10 to the trail access. There is a city restaurant and snacks are available at the gas station. We'll bike to Fergus Falls, have lunch en route, and return. Post-ride fun in Alexandria and environs. Ambassador: Terry Osell. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381 and Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009. Cell Phone at ride: 952-334-5382. See Upcoming Events.
11 SAT B RIDE WITH SOME HILLS. B 30 mi. Leave at 10:00 AM. See June 4.
11 SAT DONE BY ONE. A/B 50 mi. & B/C 25 mi. Depart at 10 AM. See June 4.
11 SAT ARTISTIC EPICUREAN! C 20-30 mi. Depart at 2:00 PM from the Minnehaha Falls parking lot. Park on the street or pay to park in the lot. Enjoy art and murals of the Twin Cities. Ride is mapless; we will ride together and stop and eat and snack often. Bring your cameras. Walter Griffin, 612-940-1211, photobike-at-yahoo.com
12 SUN SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. A/B 62 & 79 mi, A 100 & 151 mi. Depart 5:30 AM. See June 5. Steve Robertson, 651-699-1087.
12 SUN WOW REVISITED REDUX. A/B 37/57/90 mi (up to 5800 ft of climbs), 108 mi (6900 ft). Depart at 8:30 AM from Hoffman Park in River Falls, WI. Take I-94 east to Wisconsin and exit on 35 south to River Falls, then left exit at M, right on M/Division, and a quick right on Hanson. Quiet country roads, big hills and more big hills, and a great lunch stop in Maiden Rock. New and improved, which means longer and harder. A great training ride for HHH, but all self sufficient riders welcome. Dave Eenigenburg, 612-822-9972, Deeburg-at-yahoo.com.
12 SUN ROLLING ON THE WESTSIDE FOR HABITAT FOR HUMANITY. 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 and park at far end of lot towards Cub Foods. An excellent ride in the western suburbs. Eric Feld, 952-380-9914. Co-leader Lee Stagg, 952 484 5642. NOTE: The Habitat 500 ride is July 10-16. Go to www.hfhmn.org/habitat500 for more details
12 SUN WASHINGTON COUNTY WHIRL. A/B 42 mi. Depart at 9:00 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. Steve Scholl, srs428-at-msn.com, 651-699-1203; Leon Webster, leon-at-leonwebster.com.
12 SUN TRIMBELLE RIVER RIDE. B/C 29 mi. Depart at 9:00 AM from the Virginian restaurant, outside of Prescott WI and about 35 miles from downtown St. Paul. Take I-94 or I-494 to US 61 and US 10 south to Prescott. Continue another 7 miles on US 10 to the Virginian. We will bike 8 mi of rolling hills and the Trimbelle River valley. Call by 8:00 AM on the day of the ride if weather is questionable, or check your e-mail before you make the drive. Mary.C.Miller-at-att.net, 763-789-7560.
12 SUN HILL SLUGS. B 25-35 mi. Depart at 1:30 PM from the University of St. Thomas main lot, corner of Cretin and Summit Avenues in St. Paul. Typically a B rider but getting slaughtered on hills? Yeah, me too. Bring your granniest of gears, and let's climb a few hills together. Excellent training for WI hill rides, future A/B riders, and Weekend on Wheels 2005! Julie VanMersbergen, .
12 SUN RETURN OF THE BEES. A/B and B 38-50 mi, B/C and C (canbees) 20-25 mi. All Junebug-a-bees will buzz off at 2:00 PM from the Weaver Lake Elementary school parking lot in Maple Grove at 15900 Weaver Lake Road (1.2 miles west of I-94). Our ride leaders have scouted out two separate sweet, low-traffic routes for the A/B and B riders to drum along, while our B/C and C hummers will band together for a mapless, no-drop ride along the newly paved bike paths that hug Rice and Fish Lakes. Additional socializing at Applebee's after the ride. Connie Gabriel, 763-428-2922; Ken Hilgers, 612-418-9922; Paul Huntington, 651-379-4300; and Kay Mitchell, 763-535-2474.
12 SUN LAKES I LIKE. B 26 mi & A/B 32 or 36 mi. Depart at 5:00 PM from parking lot of Erik’s Bike Shop, 651-415-1233 in Shoreview, on the NW corner of Hwy 694 and Rice St in Shoreview Center. A scenic route, with a few hill climbs and relatively few turns, passing by many of the area’s lakes. Kristine Poelzer 651-633-1127
13 MON NORTHEAST AND THEODORE WIRTH RIDE. C 20-25 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM from Webster School parking lot at Adams and Spring Sts NE in Minneapolis. Join us for a social ride around this part of the city with lunch after the ride in one of the eateries in Northeast. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381 and Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009.
13 MON MILES FROM MAPLEWOOD. A/B 35-40 mi, B 30-35 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 6.
13 MON MY OH MY MINNEAPOLIS. B 25-35 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See June 6.
14 TUE AUGIE’S GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 24-35 mi. 8:30 AM. See June 2.
14 TUE TUESDAY ON THE CANNON. B/C 20-40 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM. See June 7.
14 TUE PINK EXPRESS. B 28 mi. Depart at 10:30 AM. See June 7.
14 TUE LAKE NOKOMIS OUT & BACK. B 20-25 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 7.
14 TUE LEFTY'S WESTSIDE RIDE. A/B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See June 7
14 TUE GEARS, TEARS, & FEARS. A/B 33, B 26 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 7.
14 TUE BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. B/C, A/B 21-40 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See June 7.
14 TUE ACAPULCO TO AFTON. A/B 35, 29, 24 mi. Leave at 6:15 PM. See June 7.
15 WED FALLS N LAKES WITH JOE. B 30-35 miles with a shorter option for those who have to hustle off to work. Depart -at- 7:30 AM from Boom Island Park where there are roomy facilities to clean up and change for work (8th Ave North at the Mississippi River, using your map). We'll meander through Parkways to the Falls and on to 43rd & Upton to Sebastian Joe's for quick coffee or breakfast there or in area (they DO NOT only sell Ice Cr). If weather questionable, call before 6:45 AM. Mary.C.Miller-at-att.net, 763-789-7560. (WEB RIDE)
15 WED CITY EXPLORER. A/B 25-40 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM. See June 1.
15 WED CHAMPLIN MIDMORNING RAMBLE. C 20 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM. See June 1.
15 WED LRT TRAIL RIDE. C 20-25 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM from downtown Hopkins at 8th Avenue just north of main street. Park on street or in lot. Lunch stop in Excelsior. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381 and Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009.
15 WED WILDS OF WI. A/B 40-65 mi; shortcut options available. Depart 10:45 AM. See June 1. Due to location, call morning of ride if weather is at all questionable. If you wish, call leader before coming to start to see if ride has been cancelled; I will always have a message on my answering machine Weds morning confirming the status of the ride.Sue Blum, 651-690-2100.
15 WED LAKEVILLE LAKES LOOP. A 34 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 8.
15 WED THE WHOLE ENCHILADA! A/B 25-35 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 1.
15 WED BEST BET BY BEST BUY II. B 20-35 mi. 6 PM. See June 1.
15 WED TRAILS AT SUNSET. B/C 16-24 mi. Depart at 6:15 PM. See June 1. Mary Swanstrom, 763-427-2909 and Paula Meserve, 763-420-6955.
16 THU AUGIE’S GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 24-35 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See June 2.
16 THU SAKATAH SINGING HILLS STATE TRAIL - FARIBAULT TO ELYSIAN (DAY 1 RIDE). C 42 mi. Meet at 9:45 AM at the trailhead in Faribault, MN. From I-35, exit onto Hwy 21 and continue to the trailhead parking area. Watch for a small brown sign with an open field parking area. There is one toilet but no water. We'll bike to Elysian (trail midpoint), have a great lunch, and return. Optional post-ride activities centered in Faribault and environs. Don Picard, 952-894-3431 and Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381. Cell phone at ride: 952-334-5382. See Upcoming Events.
16 THU THURSDAY THERAPY. A/B 30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 2.
16 THU GREAT GOOGLY MOOGLY. B 25-35 mi. NOTE START LOCATION!! Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 2.
16 THU BICICLETA LA VIDA SALVAJE. A/B 27 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 2.
16 THU A DUTCH TREAT. B 23 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 2.
16 THU GROUP RIDING NOW! B/C 20-22 mi. Depart at 6:30 PM. See June 2.
17 FRI SAKATAH SINGING HILLS STATE TRAIL - ELYSIAN TO MANKATO (DAY 2 RIDE). C 36 mi. Meet at 9:45 AM at the trailhead in Elysian. From Hwy 60 West, exit on First Street in Elysian and follow the signs to the trailhead. Trailhead has bathrooms, drinking water, lots of parking, and you can get some snacks or maybe more downtown. We'll bike to Mankato, have lunch en route, and return. Don Picard, 952-894-3431 and Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381. Cell phone at ride: 952-334-5382. See Upcoming Events.
17 FRI MMV METRIC. A/B 64 or 30 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM. See June 3. Kelly Hazel, Kelly.Hazel-at-metrostate.edu, 612-588-3653.
17 FRI CONSTANTLY CRUISIN’. B/C 20-25 mi. Depart at 2 PM from Constance Free Church, intersection of County 20 and County 18, in Andover. Come enjoy a social ride on the semi-rural roads and tree lined streets of Anoka County. John Swoyer (jtswoyer-at-yahoo.com) 612-308-3537
17 FRI TGIF DINNER SERIES. B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 3.
17 FRI DINING ON THE WESTSIDE. Eat better after a B 20 – 30 mi. ride starting 6:30 PM from Edina’s Szechuan Star Restaurant, 3655 Hazelton Rd. David Gepner, GoneBiking-at-mn.rr.com 612-861-1703.
17 FRI AROUND THE PARK AFTER DARK. N 10-15 mi. Leave at 8:00 PM from Erik’s Saint Louis Park, 8006 Minnetonka Blvd. We will explore part of Saint Louis Park. Night ride, so front and rear lights required. Steven Steuck, 952-933-2946 and Connie Gabriel, 763-428-2922.
18 SAT THE 39TH ANNUAL PAUL BUNYAN DOUBLE CENTURY. AA 202 miles.***CANCELLED*** With much regret we are forced to cancel this event for 2005 due to insurmountable amounts of road construction that affect over half of the ride route. The 2006 PBDC will be back and rolling over silky smooth new asphalt and wider shoulders on those sections that were in dire need of improvement. Looking forward to '06! Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676.
18 SAT SECOND ANNUAL MINI SINGLE / DOUBLE BUNYAN RIDE. An A/B distance ride at a C pace. A 100 km (62 mi) and/or a 200 km (124 mi) ride (single or double loop around Mille Lacs Lake). This ride has also been known as "The Poor Man’s Double Century Ride". We will depart from Wahkon - about 5 miles west of Isle - at the southeastern corner of Mille Lacs Lake. We'll start early, and have all day to ride around this very scenic lake. The route is flatter than a proverbial pancake. Rest stops at Garrison (Spotlight Svoboda Cafe) and Malmo. A leisurely, beautiful, scenic ride. If the weather is gute und cooperates und I can get at least 5 people to do this with, it’ll be a go. Have your bike in good working order, and call to confirm exact location / meeting place und takeoff time. Any questions call Augie aka "The Gus Meister" Muller at 651-770-5065, or Paul Huntington at 952-938-4768.
18 SAT MORNING GLORY. A/B 41 mi. Depart at 9:00 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 opportunity for a rest stop at the Morning Glory Cafe. Tony Wanschura, tonyjw-at-mindspring.com, 651-224-8360. (WEB RIDE)
18 SAT ELM CREEK "EASE INTO BIKING" SERIES. C 25 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM. See June 4.
18 SAT PEDAL PEPIN. A/B 73 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM from from
the west end of the parking lot of Pottery Place on Old West Main St. in Red
Wing. . Pedal clockwise around beautiful Lake Pepin as you go through the towns
of Bay City, Maiden Rock, Stockholm, Nelson, Wabasha, and Lake City. Wonderful
scenery and great rest stops along the way. Call by 7:30 AM on the morning of
the ride for cancellation information if the weather looks questionable. Cell
phone (763)443-8599. If ride is cancelled notice will also be posted on egroups
by 7:30am morning of the ride.
Richard Franco (phoenixfyre1313-at-comcast.net) 651-772-4718. (WEB RIDE)
18 SAT RED JACKET AND SOUTH ROUTE TRAILS (DAY 3 RIDE). C 20-25 mi. Meet at 9:45 AM at West High School in Mankato. From Hwy 169, exit at South Riverfront Drive (first exit after crossing Minnesota River from north), then left (east) on River Front Dr, then right into the school parking lot between West St and Dewey St. Principal Brian Gersich has authorized use of parking lot and welcomes TCBC. We'll bike the Red Jacket Trail and some of the South Route Trail. The Red Jacket Trail has several hills and lots of curves on its way to Rapidan. The South Route Trail intersects Red Jacket East and West. We'll choose the less hilly route to Minneopa State Park, check out the waterfalls, use the restroom facilities, and find an eatery en route. Don Picard, 952-894-3431 and Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381. Cell phone at ride: 952-334-5382. See Upcoming Events.
18 SAT B RIDE WITH SOME HILLS. B 30 mi. Leave at 10:00 AM. See June 4.
18 SAT WOW TRAINING SERIES #1. B 30-35 mi. Leaves at 10:00 AM from University of St. Thomas main parking lot, corning of Cretin & Summit Avenues, St. Paul. First of four distance-oriented training rides for Weekend on Wheels 25. Julie VanMersbergen, .
18 SAT DONE BY ONE. A/B 50 mi. & B/C 25 mi. Depart at 10 AM. See June 4.
18 SAT OUTREACH RIDE: HORRIBLY HILLY HUNDRED CHALLENGE RIDE in Wisconsin. See Outreach Rides section. NO TCBC INSURANCE.
18 SAT OUTREACH RIDE: ROCHESTER RIDE FOR THE Y. Rochester MN. See Outreach Rides section. NO TCBC INSURANCE.
19 SUN SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. A/B 62 & 79 mi, A 100 & 151 mi. Depart 5:30 AM. See June 5. Charles Breer, 651-699-2029.
19 SUN FALLS ‘N LAKES WITH JOE. C 25-30 mi. Depart at 7:30 AM. See June 5.
19 SUN ROCHESTER RAMBLER. C 12 to 20 mi. Leave at 10:00 AM from Soldiers Field and explore the bike trails in and around Rochester. Exotic places to see include Silver Lake, Quarry Hill Nature Center, Federal Medical Center and Bear Creek. Contact me for directions to Soldiers Field and if you want to come to the Rochester Ride for the Y and stay overnight. Gil Clounie, 507-775-2060, gilclounie-at-yahoo.com.
19 SUN MUNCHY METRIC. B 55-62 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM from the University of St. Thomas main lot, corner of Cretin and Summit Avenues in St. Paul. A social and fun metric with a lunch stop at the halfway point. Leader rides at back of B-paced group. Julie VanMersbergen, .
19 SUN ICE CREAM CRUISER. C 12-15 mi. Depart at 1:30 PM from the University of St. Thomas main lot, corner of Cretin and Summit Avenues in St. Paul. Got a bike like Pee Wee Herman? Ride with us along scenic Summit Avenue and take a short detour to Grand Old Creamery. Cruiser riders especially encouraged, but anyone interested in a relaxed, social ride with ice cream is welcome. Plaid pants and bow tie optional. Co-leaders: Paul Huntington, 651-379-4300, huntingtonpaul-at-yahoo.com and Cindy Hanson, 651-644-2175, hansonca96-at-comcast.net.
19 SUN LAKES I LIKE. B 26 mi & A/B 32 or 36 mi. Depart at 5:00 PM from parking lot of Erik’s Bike Shop, 651-415-1233 in Shoreview, on the NW corner of Hwy 694 and Rice St in Shoreview Center. A scenic route, with a few hill climbs and relatively few turns, passing by many of the area’s lakes. Kristine Poelzer 651-633-1127 (WEB RIDE)
20 MON MILES FROM MAPLEWOOD. A/B 35-40 mi, B 30-35 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 6.20 MON MELLOW MONDAY REVISITED. B/C 22 mi. Leave at 6 PM from Long Lake Regional Park main pavilion, New Brighton. Doug Nelson, 651-639-9917.
20 MON MY OH MY MINNEAPOLIS. B 25-35 mi. Depart at 6 PM from the rear parking lot of the Sunrise Cyclery bike shop 612-310-6698, 3031 2nd Ave. So., Minneapolis 55408, located on the east side of 35-W just south of Lake Street. Sample the best scenery of Minneapolis via premier bicycle routes using roads and many trails. Arrive early to check out the shop, fill up your water bottle and change from work to cycling clothes. Route scout: Jamie McDonald, Leader: Kristine Poelzer 651-633-1127 (WEB RIDE)
21 TUE AUGIE’S GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 24-35 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See June 2.
21 TUE TRI-RIDE (SHOP-RIDE-EAT). B/C 22-27 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 7.
21 TUE LAKE NOKOMIS OUT & BACK. B 20-25 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 7.
21 TUE LEFTY'S WESTSIDE RIDE. A/B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See June 7
21 TUE GEARS, TEARS, & FEARS. A/B 33, B 26 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 7.
21 TUE BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. B/C, A/B 21-40 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See June 7.
21 TUE ACAPULCO TO AFTON. A/B 35, 29, 24 mi. Leave at 6:15 PM. See June 7.
22 WED FALLS N LAKES WITH JOE. B 30-35 miles with a shorter option for those who have to hustle off to work. Depart -at- 7:30 AM from Boom Island Park where there are roomy facilities to clean up and change for work (8th Ave North at the Mississippi River, using your map). We'll meander through Parkways to the Falls and on to 43rd & Upton to Sebastian Joe's for quick coffee or breakfast there or in area (they DO NOT only sell Ice Cr). If weather questionable, call before 6:45 AM. Mary.C.Miller-at-att.net, 763-789-7560. (WEB RIDE)
22 WED CITY EXPLORER. A/B 25-40 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM. See June 1.
22 WED CANNON RIVER TRAIL RIDE. C 20 or 40 mi. Ride departs at 10:00 AM. Take County 7 from Hwy 61 to trail parking lot just south of Welch, MN. Two 20 mile options from starting point. We will have lunch en route. You will need lunch money and $3.00 for daily trail pass or $12.00 for season pass. Clareyse Nelson, 612-623-3009 and Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381.
22 WED WILDS OF WI. A/B 40-65 mi; shortcut options available. Depart 10:45 AM. See June 1. Due to location, call morning of ride if weather is at all questionable. If you wish, call leader before coming to start to see if ride has been cancelled; I will always have a message on my answering machine Weds morning confirming the status of the ride.Sue Blum 651-690-2100.
22 WED SUMMER SOLSTICE METRIC CENTURY-EAST. A/B 62 mi. Arrive at Ramsey County Beach off Hwy 96 on White Bear Lake by 4:45 PM to DEPART PROMPTLY at 5:00 PM. Take advantage of the long daylight to ride to Osceola and back in an evening. Bring a Vista-type light just in case. Pete Hawkins, pmh-at-peoplepc.com, 763-786-3792.
22 WED CRUISING COON RAPIDS. C 20 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 8.
22 WED SOUTHERN COMFORT. B/C 15-25 mi. 6 PM. See June 8.
22 WED WASHINGTON COUNTY WINDER. A/B 35-40 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 the school.) Take advantage of the extra daylight hours and ride the low-traffic scenic roads of Washington County. Mary Derks (mderks-at-comcast.net) 651-482-9605.
22 WED TRAILS AT SUNSET. B/C 16-24 mi. Depart 6:15 PM. See June 1. Paula Meserve, 763-420-6955 and Larry Miller, 763-420-6955.
23 THU AUGIE’S GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 24-35 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See June 2.
23 THU THURSDAY THERAPY. A/B 30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 2.
23 THU GREAT GOOGLY MOOGLY. B 25-35 mi. NOTE START LOCATION!! Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 2.
23 THU BICICLETA LA VIDA SALVAJE. A/B 27 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 2.
23 THU A DUTCH TREAT. B 23 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 2.
23 THU CRUISING NOW! C 12-15 mi. Depart at 6:30 PM. See June 9.
24 FRI DOUGLAS STATE TRAIL RIDE. C 26 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM from trailhead at Pine Island City Park. From Hwy 52 take the Goodhue Co Rd 11 approximately 1/2 mile to the trailhead. We will ride the trail to trail end in northwestern Rochester. Rest stops available en route at Douglas and Rochester. We will seek out a luncheon venue en route or after ride. Trail surface is paved asphalt. Ride Leaders: Don Picard, 952-894-3431 and Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381. Cell phone at ride is 952-334-5382
24 FRI MMV METRIC. A/B 64 or 30 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM. See June 3. Michael McNutt, bikermichael-at-comcast.net, 651-208-3185.
24 FRI TGIF DINNER SERIES. B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 3.
25 SAT COON RAPIDS RIVER RIDE REVISED. A/B 60 mi. Depart at 7 AM from Eriks Bike Shop, 2120 Northdale Blvd, Coon Rapids, MN, 55433. Predominately Flat route traverses the Anoka Sand Plain, an extensive area of level terrain formed by glacial meltwaters, It passes through wooded areas as well as wide open prairie. Jeff Hofstede (jeff_hofstede-at-Yahoo.com) 763-863-0590. (WEB RIDE)
25 SAT CANNONBALL RUN. C 40 mi. Social ride. Back by popular demand! Depart from the north end of the Red Wing Pottery mall/shops at 9:00 AM sharp. We'll break at the halfway point at Welch Village picnic area, about 16.1 km into the ride, and lunch at Cannon Falls or back at Red Wing. Because of distance und possibility of poor weather, please call before the ride to make sure it’s a go. Any more questions? fon Augie aka "The Gus Meister" Muller, 651-770-5065 or Paul Huntington, 952-938-4768.
25 SAT TRIMBELLE RIVER RIDE. B/C 25 mi. Depart at 9:00 AM from the Gaslight Cafe in Trimbelle WI, about 40 miles from downtown St. Paul. Take I-94 or I-494 to US 61 and US 10 south to Prescott. Then continue another 12 miles on US 10 to the Gaslight. We will bike 8 mi of rolling hills and the Trimbelle River valley. Call by 8:00 AM on the day of the ride if weather is questionable, or check your e-mail before you make the drive. Mary.C.Miller-at-att.net, 763-789-7560.
25 SAT SEESAW 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. Challenging hills and little-traveled rural roads. Details will be posted on the TCBC e-group during the week before the ride. A shorter option will be available. Cancellation notice will be posted on the TCBC egroup by 7 AM on the morning of the ride, or call the ride leader before 7:30 AM on the morning of the ride. Tony Wanschura, tonyjw-at-mindspring.com, 651-224-8360.
25 SAT ELM CREEK "EASE INTO BIKING" SERIES. C 25 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM. See June 4.
25 SAT B RIDE WITH SOME HILLS. B 30 mi. Leave at 10:00 AM. See June 4.
25 SAT STRAWBERRY FIELDS FOREVER. A/B 43-47 mi and B 34 mi. Leaves at 10:00 AM from Mahtomedi High School, on Hwy 12. From Hwy 36 just east of I-694, go north on Hilton Trail, east on Hwy 12, then left into school. Bring your appetite for strawberry rhubarb pie, shortcake, dipped strawberries, and other confections as we roll over favorite country roads and the Gateway Trail on route to a delicious summertime rest stop! Hugh Gitlin, hughsterg-at-aol.com, 651-699-1343 or Julie VanMersbergen, .
25 SAT DONE BY ONE. A/B 50 mi. & B/C 25 mi. Depart at 10 AM. See June 4.
25 SAT MOROCCAN FOOD AND WHINE. C 20 mi. Depart at 10:30 AM from the parking lot across from Axel’s in Mendota, on Hwy 13. We'll travel into St. Paul via the High Bridge and lunch on the patio of the superb Moroccan Restaurant, The Barbary Fig, on Grand Ave. Return via Fort Snelling and the Mendota Bridge to finish off the ride with one of Axel’s great desserts. Herb Schultz and Don Picard, 952-894-3431, don321-at-mac.com.
25 SAT SUMMER SUNSHINE. A/B 28 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from Mendota Plaza on the SE corner of Hwy 110 & Dodd Rd. in Mendota Heights (about 1/2 mile east of 35E on Hwy 110). Come enjoy the rolling hills in the southern suburbs of the cities. Lisa Dust .
25 SAT OUTREACH RIDE: JORDAN VALLEY BIKE TOUR. See "Outreach Rides" section of the newsletter for more information. Discount for early registration by June 1. NO TCBC INSURANCE.
26 SUN SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. A/B 62 & 79 mi, A 100 & 151 mi. Depart 5:30 AM. See June 5. Peter Fischer, 651-633-5584.
26 SUN ROLLING ON THE WESTSIDE FOR HABITAT FOR HUMANITY. A/B 44 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See June 12.
26 SUN WASHINGTON COUNTY WHIRL. A/B 42 mi. Depart at 9:00 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.
26 SUN HILL SLUGS. B 25-35 mi. Depart at 1:30 PM. See June 12.
26 SUN LAKES I LIKE. B 26 mi. & A/B 32 or 36 mi. Depart at 5:00 PM. See June 12.
26 SUN CITY CYCLING. A/B 23-28 mi. Depart at 5:45 PM from the Lock & Dam parking lot underneath the west end of the Stone Arch bridge. From Washington Avenue, go east on Portland past West River Road and down the short steep hill to the parking lot. Route includes East & West River Roads, Summit Avenue, and the Fort Snelling area. Self sufficient B riders welcome. Hope to see you there! Lisa Dust.
27 MON MILES FROM MAPLEWOOD. A/B 35-40 mi, B 30-35 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 6.
27 MON MY OH MY MINNEAPOLIS. B 25-35 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See June 6.
28 TUE AUGIE’S GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 24-35 mi. 8:30 AM. See June 2.
28 TUE NORTH TO NORTH BRANCH. C 34 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM from Forest Lake City Hall parking lot (rear of building) located 220 N Lake (Hwy 61) in downtown Forest Lake. We will ride the Hardwood and Sunrise Prairie trails (paved asphalt) with rest stops en route and optional lunch after ride. Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; Clareyse Nelson, 651-623-3009.
28 TUE LEFTY'S WESTSIDE RIDE. A/B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See June 7.
28 TUE GEARS, TEARS, & FEARS. A/B 33, B 26 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 7.
28 TUE BUNKER HILLS AND BEYOND. B/C, A/B 21-40 mi. Depart at 6 PM. See June 7.
28 TUE ACAPULCO TO AFTON. A/B 36, 29, 24 mi. Leave at 6:15 PM from the Acapulco Restaurant at 1240 North Frontage Road (of Hwy. 36) in Stillwater. From I-694 take Hwy. 36 east for 6.5 miles. 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. Some winding roads, a couple stop lights and a hill or two... no problems. An outside terrace, good food and good friends... no worries. Free chips and salsa to boot! So come along. B riders wanted. Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676. (WEB RIDE)
29 WED FALLS N LAKES WITH JOE. B 30-35 miles with a shorter option for those who have to hustle off to work. Depart -at- 7:30 AM from Boom Island Park where there are roomy facilities to clean up and change for work (8th Ave North at the Mississippi River, using your map). We'll meander through Parkways to the Falls and on to 43rd & Upton to Sebastian Joe's for quick coffee or breakfast there or in area (they DO NOT only sell Ice Cr). If weather questionable, call before 6:45 AM. Mary.C.Miller. (WEB RIDE)
29 WED CITY EXPLORER. A/B 25-40 mi. 10:00 AM. See June 1.
29 WED CHAMPLIN MIDMORNING RAMBLE. C 20 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM. See June 1.
29 WED CREAMERY ADVENTURE. DAY 1. C 40 mi. Paved trail, trail pass required: $3 daily, $15 annual. Start from Hoffmann's house 10:00 AM. Ride to Downsville, WI. Water and rest stops along the way. Directions to Hoffmann's: I-94 to Eau Claire, exit 59, east on 124 for 6 miles, left on Starr (second exit after crossing river). Go 1/2 mile on Starr to Eddy Lane (4-way stop). Left 1 mile on Eddy Lane to Hartwood Drive, right to 3029 Hartwood Drive. Overnight luggage, including swim suit, will be sagged to Creamery. Co-leaders: Don Picard, 952-894-3431; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; John Hoffmann, 715-834-7897. Cell phone at start of ride: 715-379-1074.
29 WED WILDS OF WI. A/B 40-65 mi; shortcut options available. Depart 10:45 AM. See June 1. Due to location, call morning of ride if weather is at all questionable. If you wish, call leader before coming to start to see if ride has been cancelled; I will always have a message on my answering machine Weds morning confirming the status of the ride.Sue Blum, 651-690-2100.
29 WED NORTHERN LAKES LOOP. A/B 25-35 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. Dave Pfuhl (651-429-3344).
29 WED BEST BET BY BEST BUY III. B 20-35 mi. 6 PM. See June 1.
29 WED TRAILS AT SUNSET. B/C 16-24 mi. Depart 6:15 PM. See June 1. Includes a post-ride picnic at Paula Meserve's home, 8697 Sycamore Ln, Maple Grove. It's our treat to all of you for a fun series of rides through May and June! Mary Swanstrom, 763-427-2909 and Paula Meserve, 763-420-6955.
30 THU AUGIE’S GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 24-35 mi. 8:30 AM. See June 2.
30 THU CREAMERY ADVENTURE. DAY 2. C 26 mi. Leave from Creamery in Downsville
at 9:00 AM. Ride 7 mi to trailhead in Menomonie, float Red Cedar River
3 miles, and be sagged back to Trailhead. Charge about $8. Ride
from trailhead to Bullfrogs' Eat-My-Fish Fish Farm for a grilled trout picnic
lunch. You can catch your own fish if you want to. Ride back to
Creamery for relaxing evening in Jacuzzi or in large lounge. Co-leaders:
Don Picard, 952-894-3431; Herb Schultz, 952-941-4381; John Hoffmann.
30 THU THURSDAY THERAPY. A/B 30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 2.
30 THU GREAT GOOGLY MOOGLY. B 25-35 mi. NOTE START LOCATION!! Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 2.
30 THU BICICLETA LA VIDA SALVAJE. A/B 27 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 2.
30 THU A DUTCH TREAT. B 23 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See June 2.
(NOTICE: Non-bicycling TCBC activities listed in this newsletter are not covered
by LAB insurance.)
These special category rides are non-TCBC rides that are eligible for TCBC mileage credit, but are not covered by TCBC insurance. Outreach rides are designed to increase our members’ visibility in and support of non-pledge biking events in the broader biking community. A TCBC leader will be present at qualifying Outreach Rides to give a ride briefing and allow members to sign up for mileage, but it is the sole responsibility of participating members to sign up for and pay the registration fee for the event. The organizers of the event are solely responsible for its quality and safety. Members are strongly encouraged to wear their TCBC jerseys when participating in Outreach Rides. Here is the list of Outreach Rides scheduled:
SATURDAY, JUNE 4. TOUR OF LAKES. 41 or 70 miles. Tour of Lakes (TOL), sponsored by the Paul Bunyan Cyclists, is an event ride in the Brainerd area. Depart at 7 am from the registration area (Hallett Community Center – 479 8th St NE) in Crosby, MN. Experience the beautiful Brainerd Lakes area as you ride past lakes and forests on low traffic rolling to flat terrain on your choice of a 41- or 70-mile route. The tour is known for its plentiful and varied rest stops: two on the 41-mile route and four on the 70-mile route! You will DEFINITELY not be in “calorie deficit” mode after this ride!
Pre-registration is required by MAY 1. TOL does NOT accept registrations postmarked after that date and consequently no “day of ride” registration is available. Cost is $22 and includes ride support, rest stops, and a t-shirt. You must be registered for the ride and attend the ride briefing in order to get mileage credit. Wear your TCBC jersey if you have one! There will be a post-TOL ride in the area on Sunday--see the ride listings for further information. For more information on TOL and a registration form, go to www.paulbunyancyclists.com and click on “Tour of Lakes”. Please feel free to contact me also with questions. Mary Derks.
JUNE 11-12 (SAT-SUN): TOMRV (Tour of the Mississippi River Valley). Mileage options (Sat/Sun) are 106/86 and 65/41. TOMRV, sponsored by the Quad Cities Bicycle Club, is a 2-day event ride starting in Bettendorf, Iowa or Preston, Iowa (depending on which mileage option you choose) en route to Dubuque and then back along a different route. Ride past Midwest farmlands on the winding, low-traffic roads of the area with many views of the Mississippi River: along it, over it on bridges and through it on causeways. The beauty of the challenging yet scenic roads along the glacier-carved river valley is all around you on TOMRV! The small towns, friendly people, scenery, challenging riding, and food make TOMRV a must-do tour!
The longer mileage option (106 Sat/86 Sun) starts in and returns to Bettendorf and the shorter mileage option (65 Sat/41 Sun) starts in and returns to Preston, with both options spending Saturday night in Dubuque. There is an unsupported century loop option available on Sunday. Depart at 7 AM both days: Saturday from the registration area in Bettendorf (contact leader if starting in Preston) and Sunday from the ride start in Dubuque.
Cost is $58 and includes ride support, rest stops, a t-shirt, and a banquet Saturday night. You must be registered for the ride and attend the ride briefing in order to get mileage credit. Wear your TCBC jersey if you have one! For more information on TOMRV and a registration form, go to www.qcbc.org/tomrv/. Please feel free to contact me also with questions. Mary Derks.
JUNE 18 SAT OUTREACH RIDE: HORRIBLY HILLY HUNDREDS CHALLENGE RIDE. 62 and 125 mi. 7:00 AM mass start or start after main pack until 7:30 AM. Two challenging options await the cycling enthusiast: 100 kilometers and 200 kilometers, each with total elevation gains that make your heart race and your legs cry "uncle." Set in southwest Wisconsin, the route starts in the charming village of Blue Mounds. The course is hilly - horribly hilly - and manages to find every famous climb in the area ending with a 3.5 mile, 900 ft climb up tortuous Mounds Park Road, into the park and all the way to the top of the Mound. The route is dotted by food stops, water stations, bathroom facilities, and is clearly marked to keep you from returning to Minnesota.
Cost is $50, which includes ride support, a T-shirt and a post-ride party. You must be registered for the ride and attend the ride briefing in order to get mileage credit. Wear your TCBC jersey if you have one! For more information on the Horribly Hilly Hundreds and a registration form, go to www.horriblyhilly.com. Please feel free to contact me also with questions. Scott Larson.
SATURDAY, JUNE 18 ROCHESTER RIDE FOR THE Y. 30, 65, 83, 105, 126 mi. (NON-TCBC) Sponsored by the Rochester Y for their Mentors Program. Starts between 6:30 AM and 8:00 AM at the University Center and travels thru scenic farmland and bluff country. Maps, marked route, sag service, showers, food stops, lunch. Helmets required. Contact Teresa Byland. Web site www.rase-mn.org. TCBC contact Gil Clounie for lodging.
SATURDAY, JUNE 25 JORDAN VALLEY BIKE TOUR. TCBC credit for the 50-mile Monty Marathon. Tour also offers 12, 20 and 30 mi options. Pedal through the picturesque Minnesota River Valley with its hills and peaceful countryside. For those who rode the 62-mile IRONMAN, here is your opportunity to ride in the beautiful area that the 100-milers experienced. Plan on a full day and with food and entertainment after the ride. The Jordan JC's are sponsoring their 2nd Annual "Pork in the Park Celebration" and "Jordan Art Festival" in Lagoon Park.
Discounted registration ($20) if postmarked by June 1, and receive a T-Shirt and water bottle. Cost is $25 after June 1. Cost includes rest stops and ride support. For directions to the shelter, registration forms and more information about this ride, go to JordanValleyBikeTour.org. This ride is sponsored by the Jordan Chamber of Commerce with proceeds used to develop trails in and around Jordan. Meet at 8:30 AM at the Mini-Met shelter adjacent to Lagoon Park in Jordan, MN. You must be registered for the ride and attend the ride briefing in order to get mileage credit. Ride leaders: Patt Seleen, and Linda Peterson.