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1 THU AUGIE’S GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 24-35 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM from the Maplewood Community Center, 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, .
1 THU RIDE TO THE STATE FAIR. A/B 30 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM from north end of Lake Harriet playground area. Use on-street parking. Check out your favorite exhibits, foods and a reduced entry fee for riding your bike. Leave the fair at 2:30 PM. Katie Angle.
1 THU THURSDAY THERAPY. A/B 24 mi. Depart at 5:45 PM (NOTE TIME CHANGE) from the parking lot of Harriet Island Regional Park, at the west end of Plato Boulevard, across the Wabasha St. Bridge from downtown St. Paul. A gently rolling and scenic ride southward into Dakota County. Tony Wanschura.
1 THU RIDE TO THE RACES II. N 25-27 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from Erik's Bike Shop in Shoreview, NW corner of Rice & 694. Bring your lights as we ride using a point-to-point map to the Blaine Velodrome for a night of great racing. The program includes the state championship of the Cat 1/2 Madison. After the races, ride back to Erik's as a group. A fun time is guaranteed. Hugh Gitlin, and Julie Van Mersbergen.
1 THU A DUTCH TREAT. B 23 mi. Depart at 6:00 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. Kay Mitchell, and Evie Walters.
2-4 MEANDER THE MINNESOTA WITH MINGE. (Non-TCBC) Bike with US Congressman David Minge up the Minnesota River. FFI: http://www.parksandtrails.org
2 FRI MMV METRIC. A/B 64 or 30 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM from Vadnais-Sucker Lake Regional Park 4500 Rice St, 55127, north parking lot. Join us on a popular ride to Marine-on-St. Croix with a stop for a tasty sandwich at The General Store. Katie Angle.
2 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; Lee Thielman, 651-483-9650.
3 SAT ALL CLUB RIDE. A/B 63 mi, B 48 mi, C 29 mi. Ride briefing starts at 9:30 AM at the main picnic shelter at the top of the hill in Snail Lake Park in Shoreview, on Snail Lake Blvd on the south side of the lake. Pete Hawkins and Doug Nelson are two of the leaders. See separate story.
3 SAT PLUM CITY PUMPER. A/B 70-80 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 U.S. Hwy. 10, about 35 miles east of Prescott, WI. Details will be posted on the TCBC e-group during the week before the ride. A shorter option will be available. If the weather looks threatening, call the ride leader for ride status info before 7:30 AM on the morning of the ride. Tony Wanschura
3 SAT OUTREACH RIDE: NICOLET WHEEL-A-WAY. In Three lakes, WI. See “Outreach Rides” section of the newsletter for more information. NO TCBC INSURANCE.
4 SUN SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. A/B 62 & 79 mi. + A 100 & 151 mi. Depart at 6:45 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. Steve Robertson, 651-699-1087.
4 SUN ROLLING ON THE WESTSIDE. A/B 65 mi. Depart at 7:30 AM from Holiday Gas Station Eden Prairie, Dell Road and 62, three and half miles west of 494 on 62. Park at far end of lot next to Dell Rd. An excellent ride in the western suburbs. Eric Feld, 952-380-9914; Lee Stagg.
4 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, .
4 SUN ROSEMOUNT RAMBLE. B 31 mi. Depart at 11:00 AM from Mendota Plaza on the SE corner of Hwy 110 & Dodd Road in Mendota Heights, about 1/2 mile east of 35E on Hwy 110. Enjoy the lightly traveled roads of Dakota County. Optional food stop at Ziggy's at end of ride. Al Volkers, 651-687-9357.
4 SUN MEDICINE LAKE-PARKERS LAKE. C 20 mi. Depart at 12:00 noon. Two-lake double loop in Plymouth with Mt. Olivet variation. Rest stop at Parkers Lake. Meet at the French Regional Park Visitors Center parking lot. Exit Hwy 169 and go west on Rockford Rd to the park entrance, then left into park. Dave Rusinko, 763-494-3955.
4 SUN TOUR DAY KOTA. A/B 35 mi. Depart at 1:30 PM from Mendota Plaza. SE corner of Hwy 110 and Dodd Road (just east of 35E) in Mendota Heights. Park in the southwest corner of the lot near Subway. Tour of Dakota County with some of our favorite roads. Some hills, some thrills. Patt Seleen and Jeff Johnson 651-552-9131.
5 MON MONDAY MUNCHY METRIC. B 55-63 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM from the University of St. Thomas main lot, corner of Cretin and Summit Avenues in St. Paul. Social, fun metric ride with a lunch stop at the halfway point. Julie VanMersbergen, infrared-at-scc.net, 651-253-2493.
5 MON SCENIC SCANDIA. A/B 55-65 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM from Ramsey Beach in White Bear Lake. Take highway 61 through White Bear Lake and turn right on 96 east on the north side of town. Ramsey Beach is 1/4 mile ahead on the right. Ride the scenic, low-traffic, winding roads of Washington County en route to Scandia. Mary Derks, mderks@comcast.net, 651-482-9605.
5 MON LAKE NOKOMIS. A/B 25 miles. Depart at 3:00 PM from the Nokomis Beach Coffee Shop at the corner of 28th Avenue and 50th Street, near Lake Nokomis. Please park on the street, but not in front of the shops. Susan Evan 612-729-1441, bikersusan@hotmail.com (WEB RIDE)
6 TUE AUGIE’S GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 24-35 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See Sept. 1.
6 TUE TUESDAYS 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 5 miles before you get to Red Wing. Go through Welch village across bridge to trailhead. We'll head to Red Wing, then back up the trail to Cannon Falls for lunch at the Stone Mill, then 10 miles back to Welch. Those wanting a 20-mile option can leave the ride at Welch on the way to Cannon Falls. Don Picard, don451@mac.com, 952-894-3431.
6 TUE PINK EXPRESS. B 29 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. Marina Lim, marina_lim@hotmail.com, 651-335-3966.
6 TUE ACAPULCO TO AFTON. A/B 36, 29 or 24 mi. Miles will decrease as daylight lessens. Leave at 5:45 PM (NOTE TIME CHANGE) 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. So come along. B riders wanted. Bob Hoffman, 651-430-2676.
6 TUE AUTUMN BREAK. A/B 25 mi. Leave at 6:00 PM from Mendota Plaza, Hwy 110 and Dodd Road in Mendota Heights, less than a mile east of I-35E on Hwy 110. Park on the southwest corner near Subway. Take a break from the hills on this relatively flat ride through Fort Snelling Park, the River Roads and Crosby Farm Park. Jeff Johnson and Patt Seleen, 651-552-9131.
6 TUE LEFTY'S WESTSIDE RIDE. N 20-25 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. Front and rear lights required for night rides. (Map to start: http://zzzurn.com/maps/plymouthstation.html) Andy Danielson 763-473-1678, Joel Stenoien 612-280-6367, Doug Duoos 763-421-2427. (WEB RIDE)
6 TUE TCBC BOARD BUSINESS MEETING. Contact Mike Beadles at 612-432-5393.
7 WED WILDS OF WI. A/B 40-65 mi; shortcut options available. Depart 10:30 AM
from the Wisconsin Visitor Center just off exit 2 of I-94 in Hudson, WI. Self-sufficient
B riders encouraged. Variety of routes along traffic-free country roads. Due
to location, if weather is at all questionable call leader after 9:15 Wednesday
morning to see if ride is cancelled before coming to start. Sue Blum, 651-690-2100.
7 WED WHITE BEAR LAKE LOOP. A/B 25 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from Erik’s Bike Shop at the northwest corner of I-694 and Rice St. A scenic ride past area lakes en route to, and around, White Bear Lake. Dinner afterwards. Mary Derks, mderks@comcast.net, 651-482-9605.
7 WED BEST BET BY BEST BUY. B 15 - 25 mi. Zip away at 6:00 PM from Woodlake Lutheran Church, 76th and Oliver Av in Richfield on this ever-evolving evening ride. Enjoy the variety as you live through a new and different experience each week. Map to start: http://zzzurn.com/maps/woodlake.html. David Gepner, GoneBiking@mn.rr.com, 612-861-1703. (WEB RIDE)
8 THU PICNIC 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 5 miles before you get to Red Wing. Go through Welch village across bridge to trailhead. We'll head to Red Wing, then back up the trail to Cannon Falls, then back to Welch for a picnic at the Welch trailhead. Leader Don will host the free picnic, which includes brats and/or lime-marinated chicken sandwiches, potato salad and Texas chocolate cake with strawberries and whipped cream. Limit of 20 riders. E-mail or call Don by September 6 to reserve a spot at the picnic. Specify whether you want brats or chicken and whether you want 1 or 2. Don Picard, don451@mac.com, 952-894-3431. If rained out, picnic will be rescheduled for the September 20 ride.
8 THU THURSDAY THERAPY. A/B 24 mi. Depart at 5:45 PM (NOTE TIME CHANGE). See Sept. 1.
8 THU A DUTCH TREAT. B 23 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See Sept. 1.
8 THU NIGHT RIDING NOW!. N 21 mi. Depart at 6:15 PM SHARP from Now Sports, 3673 Lexington Ave N (between County Road E and 694). Don't let shorter evenings put an end to your midweek riding . . . night riding is social, fun, and easier than you might think! With leaders riding at the front and rear of the group, nobody gets dropped. Come ride with us on lightly traveled roads and trails in the northern suburbs. Headlight and taillight required. If you don't have lights, come early and get what you need at Now Sports. Paul Huntington, huntingtonpaul@yahoo.com, 651-486-2731 and Cindy Hanson, hansonca96@comcast.net, 651-644-2175.
9 FRI MMV METRIC. A/B 64 or 30 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM. See September 2. Dave Pfuhl, jpfuhl@mngrocers.com, 651-429-3344.
9 FRI GRAND MISSISSIPPI RIDE. B 43 mi. Depart at 10:30 AM from Now Bikes &
Fitness, 75 Snelling Ave N in St. Paul, 55104, 9 blocks south of Hwy 94, 651-644-2354.
Shop opens at 10:00. Please park on Ashland Ave on the north side of the shop.
This route is too good to miss so take the day off of work to enjoy this fabulous
ride! You’ll love riding the Cat-Walk River Trail, the Big Rivers Regional
Trail, and the trails in Hidden Falls, Crosby, and Ft. Snelling parks and, of
course, both the East and West River Roads/Parkway. No need to ride Pilot Knob
Rd and other local streets in Eagan as we’ll use the new trail connection
between the bike/ped trail on Hwy 494 and the south end of the Big Rivers Regional
trail. Bring plenty of your favorite sport drink, energy bars, and perhaps sunscreen.
Reststop at mile 20. Mike Beadles 612-432-5393
9 FRI TGIF DINNER SERIES. B 25-30 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See Sept. 2.
9 FRI VIEWS ANEW. N 25 mi. Depart at 8:30 PM from REI Roseville store (651-635-0211), 1955 West County Road B2 in Schneiderman´s Plaza. Park in lot across the street from the store. This night ride offers a route of roads and trails that you may have ridden before but most likely in daylight...so there will be wonderful views anew. Add fresh batteries to your front and rear lights plus dress for the weather. Phil Doi, 651-6391426 and Irene Erickson, 651-494-3781.
10 SAT ON THE TRAIL OF THE LONESOME PINE. Another A/B and B distance ride with that big C flavor pace, brought to you by the one und only "Gus Meister". Seventy-seven miles round trip from Moose Lake und we’ll be heading north on this one, on the old paved bike trail. We’ll be starting early, and we’ll have a rest stop at midway point along the way and one at Duluth. This will be a very leisurely paced, beautiful, scenic ride. If the weather cooperates und I can get 8 people to do this C ride, it’ll be a go. Call for more info and to confirm the exact location and time. Augie aka "The Gus Meister" Muller, ; Paul Huntington, 651-486-2731.
10 AFTON-COTTAGE GROVE HILL TOUR. A/B 48 mi. Depart at 8 AM. Meet at 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). Roll through the great hills of Afton and Cottage Grove and stop in at Espresso Donuts afterward for refreshments. Dave Haerle, 651-768-7406 (dkhaerle@qwest.net)
10 SAT SONNY'S SUBSTITUTE FOR DONE BY ONE. B 25 mi. Depart at 9:00 AM from Sonny's Ice Cream, 3401 Lyndale Ave S. Kay Mitchell, 763-535-2474 and Evie Walters, 763-473-2915.
10 SAT SCANDIA CLOVERLEAF. C 3/8/15/30 mi. See separate story. Depart between 9-10:00 AM. Start from Hay Lake Lions Park, 2 mi south of Scandia on Cty 3. Riders have choice of routes and may ride one or all for up to 30 miles of mostly gently rolling back roads through Scandia and Marine-on-St. Croix. Routes will be marked and maps provided. This ride will not have a group start. All riders are welcome. Stay after the ride for food and festivities at Taco Daze. Jan Hogle, jan@twinpinefarm.com, 651-433-3362.
10 SAT SON OF LAKE PEPIN LOOP. A/B 40-68 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM from the north parking lot at Pottery Place on Old West Main in Red Wing. We're going to try something a bit different. Instead of completely looping the lake, we will do the entire ride in Wisconsin. We will be going through the towns of Esdaile (read big hills) and Lund, on the way to Pepin. There will also be two shortcuts available via Maiden Rock or Stockholm. The long route of 68 miles will have a lunch stop in Pepin at the Great River Cafe. Then back up highway 35 to Red Wing, with a 2 1/2 mile downhill at Bay City. Chuck Sunder, chucksunder@hotmail.com, 612-285-1946.
10 SAT ELM CREEK RIDE. C 25 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM. Meet at west side of Holiday gas station parking lot at 109th Ave N and Douglas Drive in Champlin. Friendly social ride exploring the Elm Creek Park Reserve in Maple Grove. From Hwy 694, take Hwy 252 north 3.4 miles to the new Hwy 610. Get in LEFT hand lane. Turn left (west) on Hwy 610 for 3 miles. Turn right (north) on Zane Ave N/Co Rd 14 for 1.6 miles. Zane becomes Douglas Drive. At 109th Ave N, turn right into Holiday lot. (If coming from the west, from Hwy 694 go north on Hwy 169 for 5.1 miles, turn right at the lights on 109th Ave N for 1.6 miles; left into the Holiday at Douglas Drive). Newer riders encouraged; all social riders welcome. Bring at least one full water bottle, spare tube, biking questions. Optional lunch afterwards. Carolyn Caswell, 763-315-3687.
10 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 Rd. The ride goes along the Mississippi River, with several nice climbs. Dave Dugan, 651-633-6228, david.dugan-at-unisys.com.
10 SAT MISSISSIPPI RIVER GORGE. C 20 mi. Leave at 1:00 PM from Minnehaha Falls parking lot (north of pavilion). Pay parking in lot, free parking on street. Optional eating venue en route or after ride. Clareyse Nelson, ; Herb Schultz, .
10 SAT SATURDAY SURPRISE. B 25 - 35 Depart at 10 AM. Do come open-minded for a new experience starting from Nokomis Beach Coffee at 28th Ave S and E 50th on a route designed by and for the free spirited adventurous rider. David Gepner, GoneBiking@mn.rr.com, 612-861-1703 (WEB RIDE)
10 SAT ROLLING TO ROCKFORD. A/B 60 mi. Depart at 7:30 AM from Trailhead Cycling & Fitness, 11351 Aquilla Dr #101, Champlin, MN. Leaving from TrailHead, we will shoot out through Dayton, Rogers. thru Maple Grove, Fletcher, Corcoran all the way out to Rockford. Plenty of nice country rolling hills. Jeff Hofstede (jeff_hofstede@yahoo.com) 763-862-0590. (WEB RIDE)
10 SAT SEPTEMBER SONG. (non-TCBC) in Rice Lake, WI. 45 mi, held in celebration of North Roads Bike Club's 37th anniversary. All welcome; ride goes rain or shine. Register at ride start at Indian Mounds Park, across from the hospital, between 9:30 and 10:00 AM. Ride departs at 10:00. Cue sheet $1.00. Self-reliance. Good swim lake on route. Scenic and interesting. For information, call 715-234-4127.
10 SAT OUTREACH RIDE: JESSE JAMES BIKE TOUR in Northfield. See “Outreach Rides” section of the newsletter for more information. NO TCBC INSURANCE.
11 SUN SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. A/B 62 & 79 mi, A 100 & 151 mi. Depart 6:45 AM. See Sept. 4. Charles Breer, 651-699-2029.
11 SUN CHASKA-MAYER-CHASKA. A/B 48-55 mi. (self-sufficient B riders welcome). Like C-W-C, but longer! Departs 8 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 952 484 5642, mrleeleap@yahoo.com (Eric Feld, often a co-leader)
11 SUN BIKIN' TO BUFFALO. B 80-90 mi. Depart at 8:00 AM from Cub Foods parking lot (8150 Wedgewood Lane) Maple Grove. Take I-94 or I-494 to Weaver Lake Rd. exit. Turn right on Weaver Lake Rd. to Cub Foods parking lot on your right. Come enjoy the scenic and quiet backroads of western Hennepin and Wright counties. Bring money for lunch in Buffalo. Margaret Kelly (kelly081@unn.edu) 612-824-3044. (WEB RIDE)
11 SUN TRIMBELLE RIVER RIDE. B 35-40 mi. Depart at 9:00 AM from the Virginian Restaurant lot, about 30 minutes from downtown St. Paul. Take I-94 East to US 61/10, south to Prescott, and continue east on US 10 another 7 miles to the Virginian. The area's rolling hills will be broken by a beautiful meandering road along the Trimbelle River. Call by 7:15 AM the day of the ride if you question the weather or check your e-mail before you drive. Mary.C.Miller@att.net, 763-789-7560.
11 SUN APPLE ORCHARD RIDE A/B 45-55 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM from Mahtomedi High School on Hwy 12 (take Hwy 36 just east of I-694, north on Hilton Trail, east on Hwy 12, then left into the school.) Ride along the quiet winding roads of Washington County with a stop at the Pine Tree Apple Orchard for delicious apple treats! Mary Derks (mderks@comcast.net) 651-482-9605. (WEB RIDE)
11 SUN SEESAW TO ARKANSAW. A/B 38, 49, or 60 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM (NOTE TIME) from the park on the river in Maiden Rock, WI. From the Twin Cities, 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. Tony Wanschura, .
11 SUN LAKES I LIKE. B 32 mi; A/B 36 mi. Depart at 3:30 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. Mary Derks (mderks@comcast.net) 651-482-9605.
11 SUN SAINT PAUL CLASSIC BIKE TOUR. 15 or 31 mi. Non-TCBC, but mileage credit will be given. See ad.
12 MON ROADS OF ST PAUL. C 20 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM from the parking lot north of Minnehaha Falls pavilion. We'll bike River, Como , and Summit streets. Rest stop at Caribou Coffee at Grand and Grotto. Optional luncheon at Caps after ride. Herb Schultz, .
12 MON MONDAY MILES. A/B 50-65 mi. Depart at 10:30 AM from Vadnais-Sucker Lake Regional Park 4500 Rice St, 55127, north parking lot. Get An early start on your mileage week. Lee Thielman (leethielman@yahoo.com) 651-483-9650. (WEB RIDE)
12 MON MILES FROM MAPLEWOOD. A/B 22 mi, B 18 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, and Jim Pederson, 651-784-3353.
12 MON DEADLINE for the October newsletter. E-mail schedule info to schedule@biketcbc.org. Articles to Doug Nelson at newsletter@biketcbc.org.
13 TUE AUGIE’S GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 24-35 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See Sept. 1.
13 TUE TUESDAYS ON THE CANNON. B/C 20-40 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM. See Sept. 6. Herb Schultz, .
13 TUE NEW JOB, NEW RIDE. A/B 18-26 mi. Depart at 5:30 PM from The Spring Gate Center in Golden Valley. Take Hwy 100 to Duluth. The Spring Gate Center is in the SW corner. Park near Applebee's. The length of ride will be determined by the time of sunset. Come join us for a ride in the northwest suburbs. If people are interested, dinner afterwards is a possibility. Katie Angle, 763-208-3595 and Lisa Dust, 612-798-1620.
13 TUE THIGHS, SIGHS AND CRIES. An old southwest-metro favorite makes a brief re-appearance! A/B 20/30 mi. Depart at 5:30 PM from the Shady Oak Center parking lot in Eden Prairie (intersection of City West Pkwy & Shady Oak Rd.). No more sighs, come out and build up those thighs. An excellent training ride in the southwestern suburbs. As always, self-sufficient B riders are always welcome. Co-Ride Leaders Dianne Bell 612-554-1331 (tacobell63-at-yahoo.com), John Murphy 612-636-4636 (mncartfan-at-yahoo.com). (WEB RIDE)
13 TUE AUTUMN BREAK. A/B 25 mi. Leave at 5:45 PM from Mendota Plaza, Hwy 110 and Dodd Road in Mendota Heights, less than a mile east of I-35E on Hwy 110. Park in the southwest corner near Subway. Take a break from the hills on this relatively flat ride through Fort Snelling Park, the River Roads and Crosby Farm Park. Jeff Johnson and Patt Seleen, 651-552-9131.
13 TUE ACAPULCO TO AFTON. A/B 36, 29 or 24 mi. Leave at 5:45 PM. See Sept. 6.
13 TUE LEFTY'S WESTSIDE RIDE. N 20-25 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. Front and rear lights required for night rides. (Map to start: http://zzzurn.com/maps/plymouthstation.html) Andy Danielson 763-473-1678, Joel Stenoien 612-280-6367, Doug Duoos 763-421-2427. (WEB RIDE)
14 WED ST PAUL MEANDER. C 25 mi (MAPLESS). Meet at 9:30 AM at Mississippi River Boulevard parking lot (west side of street) across from Ford Plant in St Paul. June Johnson will showcase this meander, trekking through Saint Paul's Hidden Falls, Crosby Farm Parks/Crosby Lake, and the Hwy I 35 E trail to the MN Historical Society Museum in St Paul. Returning via Summit and Grand Avenues, with a rest stop on Grand Ave and luncheon stop at Historical Museum Cafe. Ambassador: June Johnson, Herb Schultz, .
14 WED WILDS OF WI. A/B 40-65 mi; shortcut options available. Depart 10:30 AM. See Sept. 7.
14 WED AN AFTERNOON RIDE. A/B 35 miles Depart at 12:00 noon from the picnic area, just north of the parking lot near the Lake Harriet Bandshell. We will have our rest stop at the Historic Dunn Brothers Coffee Shop in Eden Prairie. Susan Evan 612-729-1441 bikersusan@hotmail.com (WEB RIDE)
14 WED THE WHOLE ENCHILADA! A/B 20-25 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from the Roseville Professional Center, 2233 Hamline Ave N, just south of Hwy 36 on the west side of Hamline Ave in Roseville. Park at the west end of the lot. Ride past area lakes and parks of Roseville and the surrounding area. Join your compadres afterwards at Ol’ Mexico or other establishment for fun and refueling. Andele! Andele! Epa! Epa! Yeehah!!! Mary Derks, mderks@comcast.net, 651-482-9605.
14 WED SOUTHERN COMFORT. B/C 15 - 25 mi. Leaving at 6:00 PM from Woodlake Lutheran Church, 76th and Oliver in Richfield. Meander through the southwest metro during a pleasant evening of leisurely paced pedaling on this ride of adventure. Map to start: http://zzzurn.com/maps/woodlake.html. David Gepner, GoneBiking@mn.rr.com, 612-861-1703. (WEB RIDE)
15 THU AUGIE’S GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 24-35 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See Sept. 1.
15 THU DAKOTA COUNTY TRAIL EXPLORER. C 20-25 mi (MAPLESS). Depart at 9:30 AM from parking lot at 5th Ave Plaza. From Hwy 494 in South St. Paul, take exit #65 south on 5th Ave to the plaza parking lot. We'll explore Riverfront and Valley Park Trails in NE Dakota County. Biking will be on paved trails and roads. Our route will offer tunnels, bike bridges and a few (fun) hills. We will take some rest stops en route and have optional luncheon after ride at Peking Cafe. John Avoles, 651-137-3974, will showcase this ride. Herb Schultz, ; Clareyse Nelson, .
15 THU LAKE NOKOMIS. A/B 25 Miles Depart at 5:30 pm from the Nokomis
Beach Coffee Shop at the corner of 50th street and 28th avenue in South Minneapolis.
Please park on the street, but not in front of the shops. Susan Evan 612-729-1441
bikersusan@hotmail.com. (WEB RIDE)
15 THU NIGHT RIDING NOW! N 21 mi. Depart at 6:15 PM. See Sept. 8.
16-18 ROOT RIVER VALLEY TRAIL WEEKEND. C 20-40 mi per day. Come one, two, or all three days. Extra mile option available. Join in on this fun weekend exploring the depths of the Root River Valley to the tops of its limestone bluffs. You will journey through fantastic scenery, geologic wonders, and unbelievable beauty while having fun on and off the bike with your biker friends. Optional after-ride activities, including group dining, theatre, movies, shopping, etc. Make your own lodging arrangements (SOONER IS BETTER). Contact: Clareyse Nelson, or Herb Schultz, , herbsch1@juno.com. You may also contact area administration office at http://www.bluffcountry.com, or call 1-888-223-4258 for further information and free visitor guide. See Upcoming Events.
16 FRI MMV METRIC. A/B 64 or 30 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM. See September 2. Dave Pfuhl, jpfuhl@mngrocers.com, 651-429-3344.
16 FRI ROOT RIVER PRESTON TO HARMONY. C 24 mi. Meet at Preston trailhead in Preston MN at 12:00 PM. Parking and bathroom facilities are available at trailhead. The trail is paved (asphalt) and there will be some hills. We'll bike from Preston to Harmony and return. Optional after-ride dining and theater venues available. Clareyse Nelson, ; Herb Schultz, . Cell phone at ride: 952-334-5382.
16 FRI FALL VELO-TREMPEALEAU-DAY 1. A/B 30-35 mi. Depart at 1:00 PM from the Pleasant Knoll Motel, 11451 Main Street, Trempealeau, Wisconsin 54661, 888-210-8790, http://www.pleasantknoll.com. For camping options at Perrot State Park, call the park at 608-534-6409. We're exploring routes from the historic river town of Trempealeau. There's lots to do besides the scenic and challenging riding the county is known for. We'll be just down the street from the Great River State Bike Trail. This crushed limestone trail meanders 24 miles through the Trempealeau National Wildlife Refuge, and it's flat. NOTE: Our daily routes will not incorporate this trail. Bring your binoculars, as the area boasts the best bird watching in the country! And don't forget your fishing poles, hiking shoes, cameras, golf clubs and mountain bikes for 8.5 miles of off-roading in the park! Leaders are John Murphy, mncartfan@yahoo.com, and Kristine Poelzer, 651-633-1127. Ron Plinske for lodging info, 651-777-1080.
16 FRI TGIF DINNER SERIES. B 25-30 mi. Depart at 5:45 PM. NEW TIME! See Sept. 2.
17 SAT ANOTHER GREAT MINI SINGLE/DOUBLE BUNYAN RIDE. An All New Location. An A/B distance ride with the big C pace: 100 km (62 miles) or 200 km (124 mi). Single or double loop around the big pond of Mille Lacs Lake. This ride has also been known to be called "The Poor Man's Double Century Ride". Our new take-off location will be at Malmo (Conoco Market), at the corner of 18 and Hwy 47, at the northeastern most corner of Mille Lacs lake, about 14 miles north of Isle. The route is flatter then a proverbial pancake. We'll have all day to ride around this very scenic lake. We'll be starting early, and have our first rest stop at Wahkon, and our second stop at Garrison at the "Spotlight Svoboda Café" or the Dairy Queen. This will be a leisurely, beautiful, scenic ride. If the weather is gute und cooperates with us und I can get at least 8 people to do this, it’ll be a go. Please, do have your bike in gute working order and have the basics: good tires/bike pump/water bottles etc. Do call to confirm exact take off time. Any more questions? Augie aka " The Gus Meister " Muller, ; Paul Huntington, 651-486-2731.
17 SAT ROLLING TO ROCKFORD. A/B 60 mi. Depart at 7:30 AM from Trailhead Cycling & Fitness, 11351 Aquilla Dr #101, Champlin, MN. Leaving from TrailHead, we will shoot out through Dayton, Rogers. thru Maple Grove, Fletcher, Corcoran all the way out to Rockford. Plenty of nice country rolling hills. Jeff Hofstede (jeff_hofstede@yahoo.com) 763-862-0590. (WEB RIDE)
17 SAT AFTON-COTTAGE GROVE HILL TOUR. A/B 48 mi. Depart at 8 AM. See September 10.
17 SAT FALL VELO-TREMPEALEAU-DAY 2. A/B VT 100+, 75, or 40 mi. Depart 9:00 AM (8:00 AM for VT 100+). Join us for a Velo-Trempealeau Century+, or enjoy the shorter routes and spend some time on other activities. See Sept. 16 listing for location information.
17 SAT 30 APPLES. A/B 42-80-100 mi. Depart at 9:00 AM from Somerset WI High School parking lot. An out-and-back trip of 80 miles to Amery WI, crossing the Apple River 28 times. Go 10 miles north of Amery for the full 30 crossings in 100 miles. Participate in Amery's annual Fall Festival, a Taste of Minnesota, Amery style. Keep right for the parade, and stay for the pie!! NOTE: Stillwater lift bridge is closed till Nov. Jim Walker, bikewalk@hotmail.com, 651-429-3964.
17 SAT SONNY'S SUBSTITUTE FOR DONE BY ONE. B 25 mi. Depart at 9:00 AM. See Sept. 10.
17 SAT ROOT RIVER LANESBORO TO RUSHFORD AND HOUSTON OPTION. C 36 mi. Depart from Lanesboro trail head at Lanesboro at 9:45 AM. We'll bike to Rushford, have lunch, and return with one or more pie stops en route before or after lunch. We can establish early start for Houston bound trekkers with leader consent and a club leader in place. Optional dinner and theater venues after ride. Clareyse Nelson, ; Herb Schultz, . Cell phone at ride: 952-334-5382
17 SAT B RIDE WITH SOME HILLS. B 30 mi. Leave at 10:00 AM. See Sept. 10.
17 SAT SATURDAY SURPRISE. B 25 - 35 Depart at 10 AM. ***CANCELLED*** David Gepner, GoneBiking@mn.rr.com, 612-861-1703 (WEB RIDE)
17 SAT SINGLES ON BIKES. B/C approx. 24 mi. Depart at 5:00 PM from Como Park. Have you ever wondered, “Where are all the single guys/gals in this club”? Well, I think they are all ahead of you or behind you! This ride is meant to be a social ride, so all you fast riders, do a hard morning ride, then dig out that big ol’ mountain bike to help slow you down, and come fraternize with the other half! This will be a mapless ride to ensure “togetherness”. We will start and end at Como Park, just east of Hamline on Como, with potluck/snacks/bonfire afterwards. In case of rain/snow we will try to have a plan “B” (open for suggestions), since we’ve all got the evening off! If you can’t make the ride we need people to start the party early by “saving” a spot at one of the fire rings in the park, as they cannot be reserved and are available only on a first-come first-served basis. Ride Susie Anderson, susieq1216@usfamily.net, 651-253-4307; Steve Block, Walter Griffin, 612-940-1211, photobike@yahoo.com.
17 SAT CITY CYCLING. A/B 18-24 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from the Lock & Dam parking lot beneath the Stone Arch Bridge in Minneapolis. From Washington Ave, go east on Portland past West River Rd, and down the short steep hill to the parking lot. The usual route will be shortened due to earlier sunset time. Lights are recommended. Lisa Dust, litespeedlis@mindspring.com, 612-797-1620.
18 SUN SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. A/B 62 & 79 mi. + A 100 & 151 mi. Depart 7:00 AM. See Sept. 4. Richard Franco, phoenixfyre1313@comcast.net
18 SUN ROLLING ON THE WESTSIDE. A/B 65 mi. Depart at 7:30 AM. See Sept. 4.
18 SUN FALL VELO-TREMPEALEAU-DAY 3. A/B 65 & 43 mi. Depart 9:00 AM. See Sept. 16 listing for location information.
18 SUN ROOT RIVER LANESBORO TO FOUNTAIN AND ISINOURS OPTION. C 22 mi. Depart from Lanesboro trailhead at 9:00 AM. We will bike from Lanesboro to Fountain and return with rest stop in Fountain. Isinours option adds 12 miles round trip and is available subject to a club leader in place. Optional farewell luncheon after ride. Clareyse Nelson, ; Herb Schultz, . Cell phone at ride: 952-334-5382.
18 SUN BE DAM'D 'N BACK. B/C 27 mi. Depart 9:00 AM from Steamworks Coffee and Tea Co, corner of 44th Av N and Penn Av in Minneapolis. Take the Dowling exit off of I-94, head west to Penn Av and turn north (right). The coffee shop will be on the left as you approach 44th Av. We'll head north on Shingle Creek Trail and hook up with the North Hennepin Trail to Coon Rapids Dam and head back along the Mississippi River Corridor Trail. Come early for waffles at the coffee shop and bring snacks for the rest stop at the dam. Please park on neighborhood streets to the west and south, not in the coffee shop parking lot. Kelly Hazel and Jim Pittenger 612-588-3653 or JBPittenger@landolakes.com.
18 SUN TRIMBELLE RIVER RIDE. B 35-40 mi. Depart at 9:00 AM from the Virginian Restaurant lot, about 30 minutes from downtown St. Paul. Take I-94 East to US 61/10, south to Prescott, and continue east on US 10 another 7 miles to the Virginian. The area's rolling hills will be broken by a beautiful meandering road along the Trimbelle River. Call by 7:15 AM the day of the ride if you question the weather or check your e-mail before you drive. Mary.C.Miller@att.net, 763-789-7560. (WEB RIDE)
18 SUN ROSEMOUNT RAMBLE. B 31 mi. Depart at 11:00 AM. See Sept. 4.
19 MON FALL VELO-TREMPEALEAU-DAY 4. A/B 65 & 40 mi. Depart 9:00 AM. See Sept. 16 listing for location information.
19 MON BLOOMINGTON MEANDER. C 20-25 mi. Leave at 10:00 AM from Three Rivers Hyland Lake Park Reserve parking lot near Visitor Center. Hyland Lake Park Reserve is located off Bush Lake Road in Bloomington. We'll meander through Bloomington, have a rest stop at Normandale Japanese Garden, and finish with a ride around park trails. Optional after ride luncheon at Italian Cafe. Herb Schultz, .
19 MON PINK EXPRESS. B 29 mi. Depart at 10:30 AM. See Sept. 6.
19 MON NIGHT MILES FROM MAPLEWOOD. N 25 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from the HealthPartners Maplewood Clinic, White Bear Ave and County Rd B, south on White Bear Ave from Hwy 36. Don't let the shorter days stop your after-work rides! Invest in front and rear lights and join us as we continue to leave the city behind and ride into the countryside of Ramsey and Washington County. Even though much of the ride occurs before dark, front and rear lights will be required by the time we finish. Kate Kovar, ; Jim Pederson, 651-784-3353.
20 TUE AUGIE’S GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 24-35 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See Sept. 1.
20 TUE TUESDAYS ON THE CANNON. B/C 20-40 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM. See Sept. 6.
20 TUE THIGHS, SIGHS AND CRIES. An old southwest-metro favorite makes a brief re-appearance! A/B 20/30 mi. Depart at 5:30 PM from the Shady Oak Center parking lot in Eden Prairie (intersection of City West Pkwy & Shady Oak Rd.). No more sighs, come out and build up those thighs. An excellent training ride in the southwestern suburbs. As always, self-sufficient B riders are always welcome. Co-Ride Leaders Dianne Bell 612-554-1331 (tacobell63-at-yahoo.com), John Murphy 612-636-4636 (mncartfan-at-yahoo.com). (WEB RIDE)
20 TUE ACAPULCO TO AFTON. A/B 36, 29 or 24 mi. Leave at 5:45 PM. See Sept. 6.
20 TUE LEFTY'S WESTSIDE RIDE. N 20-25 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. Front and rear lights required for night rides. (Map to start: http://zzzurn.com/maps/plymouthstation.html) Andy Danielson 763-473-1678, Joel Stenoien 612-280-6367, Doug Duoos 763-421-2427. (WEB RIDE)
21 WED WILDS OF WI. A/B 40-65 mi; shortcut options available. Depart 10:30 AM. See Sept. 7.
21 WED BEST BET BY BEST BUY. B 15 -25 mi. Zip away at 6:00 PM from Woodlake Lutheran Church, 76th and Oliver Av 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, GoneBiking@mn.rr.com, 612-861-1703. (WEB RIDE)
21 WED THE WHOLE ENCHILADA! N 20-25 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM from the Roseville Professional Center, 2233 Hamline Ave N, just south of Hwy 36 on the west side of Hamline Ave in Roseville. Park at the west end of the lot. Front & rear lights required. Enjoy a ride in the crisp autumn air past area lakes and parks. Join your compadres afterwards at Ol’ Mexico or other establishment for fun and refueling. Andele! Andele! Epa! Epa! Yeehah!!! Mary Derks, mderks@comcast.net, 651-482-9605 and others.
22 THU AUGIE’S GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 24-35 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See Sept. 1.
22 THU LRT NORTH TO VICTORIA SOCIAL RIDE. C 25-30 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM from 8th Ave just north of Main St in Hopkins. Park on street or lot. Lunch stop en route at Victoria. Herb Schultz, ; Clareyse Nelson, .
22 THU LAKE NOKOMIS. A/B 22 miles Depart at 5:30 from the Nokomis Beach Coffee Shop on the corner of 28th Avenue and 50th Street in South Minneapolis. Please park on the street, but not in front of the shops. Susan Evan 612-729-1441 bikersusan@hotmail.com (WEB RIDE)
22 THU NIGHT RIDING NOW! N 21 mi. Depart at 6:15 PM. See Sept. 8.
23-25 SEPTEMBER WOBEGON DAYS. We will explore the Lake Wobegon Trail, including the Holdingford and St Joseph spurs, over three autumn days. See Upcoming Events.
23 FRI MMV METRIC. A/B 64 or 30 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM. See Sept. 2. Michael McNutt, , 651-208-3185.
23 FRI LAKE WOBEGON TRAIL-SAUK CENTRE TO FREEPORT C 30 mi plus extra miles option. Meet at 10:30 AM at Sauk Centre trailhead. From Hwy I-94 take exit #127 north onto Hwy 71. Turn left on Hwy 17 to the trailhead. We'll bike to Freeport, have lunch and return, and on the way back do an optional heritage museum stop. Optional group dining after ride. Herb Schultz, ; Don Picard, 952-894-3431. Cell phone at ride: 952-334-8382.
23 FRI AN AFTERNOON RIDE. A/B 35 Miles Depart at 12:00 noon from the picnic area just north of the parking lot near the Lake Harriet Bandshell. Our rest stop will be at the historic Dunn Brothers Coffee Shop in Eden Prairie. Susan Evan 612-729-1441 bikersusan@hotmail.com (WEB RIDE)
23 FRI TGIF DINNER SERIES. B 25-30 mi. Depart at 5:30 PM. NEW TIME! See Sept. 2.
24-25 ROOT RIVER VALLEY TRAIL. C 50 mi/day. Takeoff time will be 9:00 AM. Partake in a fun-filled weekend of trail biking and optional evening activities/theater. This will be a two day weekend ride. On Sunday we’ll be doing about a 35 mile ride. Make your own lodging arrangements. Hope we have good weather for this weekend, and I can get 8 people for this ride. Come for one or both days. Any questions? Fon Augie "The Gus Meister" Muller, , or Paul Huntington, 651-486-2731.
24 SAT ROLLING TO ROCKFORD. A/B 60 mi. Depart at 7:30 AM from Trailhead Cycling & Fitness, 11351 Aquilla Dr #101, Champlin, MN. Leaving from TrailHead, we will shoot out through Dayton, Rogers. thru Maple Grove, Fletcher, Corcoran all the way out to Rockford. Plenty of nice country rolling hills. Jeff Hofstede (jeff_hofstede@yahoo.com) 763-862-0590. (WEB RIDE)
24 SAT SONNY'S SUBSTITUTE FOR DONE BY ONE. B 25 mi. Depart at 9:00 AM. See Sept. 10.
24 SAT PLUM CITY PUMPER. A/B 70-80 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM. See Sept. 3.
24 SAT ELM CREEK RIDE. C 25 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM. See Sept. 10.
24 SAT B RIDE WITH SOME HILLS. B 30 mi. Leave at 10:00 AM. See Sept. 10.
24 SAT SATURDAY SURPRISE. B 25 - 35 Depart at 10 AM. Do come open-minded for a new experience starting from Nokomis Beach Coffee at 28th Ave S and E 50th on a route designed by and for the free spirited adventurous rider. David Gepner, GoneBiking@mn.rr.com, 612-861-1703. (WEB RIDE)
24 SAT LAKE WOBEGON TRAIL - ALBANY, FREEPORT AND HOLDINGFORD. C 20-30 mi (plus extra miles option). Meet at 10:30 AM at City Office/Library parking lot in Albany. From Hwy I-94, take exit #147 north onto 8th St to the first stop sign. Turn right (antique store on corner), and go approximately 5 blocks to parking lot. We'll bike to Freeport and check out Charlies (caramel rolls), return to Albany, press onward to Holdingford for a luncheon break at the Lake Wobegon Cafe, then return to Albany for after-ride activities. Herb Schultz, ; Don Picard, 952-894-3431. Cell phone at ride: 952-334-8382.
24 SAT EXURBAN. C 24 mi. Depart at 12:30 PM. Take a ride in the country without leaving the city. Park in the Deephaven City Hall/Police parking lot off Cottagewood Road, just two blocks from the quaint Cottagewood Store. We'll do the mini-loop of Victoria and stop at Adele's on the return trip. Trail is crushed limestone - hard. Take Minnetonka Blvd west from Mpls to Cottagewood Rd, turn right to parking. Or take Hwy 7 west to Vine Hill Rd, right to Minnetonka Blvd, left to Cottagewood Rd, right to parking. Dave Rusinko 763-494-3955.
24 SAT SOUTH WASHINGTON COUNTY. B 30-35 mi. Scenic and historic. Road changes will make this an adventure. Leave at 1:30 PM from Ojibway Park in Woodbury. From 494, go southeast at Lake Road interchange, turn left (east) on Courtley Road, and turn right on Ojibway Drive. Doug Nelson, 651-639-9917.
24 SAT OUTREACH RIDE: HEADWATERS 100. See “Outreach Rides” section of the newsletter for more information. NO TCBC INSURANCE.
25 SUN SUNDAY SUNRISE SOLITUDE. A/B 62 & 79 mi. + A 100 & 151 mi. Depart 7:00 AM. See Sept. 4. Jim Joy, 612-827-6995.
25 SUN UP & DOWN THE RIVER TOWNS. A/B 70-107 mi. Depart at 8:00 AM from SW corner of St. Paul Sears, at I-94 and Marion Street. Ride through the beautiful St. Croix River Valley on mostly rural roads. The 107 mile route runs through Afton, Stillwater, Marine-on-the-St.Croix, and Hugo/WBL. The 70 mile route runs through Afton and Stillwater, returning on the Gateway Trail. First rest stop is 35 miles into ride; be sure to carry enough food and water. John Pugh, UncleFester98@yahoo.com, 612-875-6012.
25 SUN CHASKA-WACONIA-CHASKA. A/B 38-45 mi. (self-sufficient B riders welcome). Departs 8 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 952 484 5642, mrleeleap@yahoo.com (Eric Feld, often a co-leader).
25 SUN WASHINGTON COUNTY WHIRL. A/B 42 mi. Depart at 9:00 AM. See Sept. 4.
25 SUN TRIMBELLE RIVER RIDE. B 35-40 mi. Depart at 9:00 AM. See Sept. 11.
25 SUN LAKE WOBEGON TRAIL - ALBANY TO ST JOSEPH. C 30 mi. Meet at 9:30 AM at City Office/Library parking lot in Albany. From Hwy I-94, take exit #147 north onto 8th St to the first stop sign. Turn right (antique store on corner), and go approximately 5 blocks to parking lot. We'll bike to St Joseph, have lunch, and return. Herb Schultz, ; Don Picard, 952-894-3431. Cell phone at ride: 922-334-8382.
25 SUN SWEET LORRAINE'S ON SUNDAY B 30-35 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM from Sweet Lorraine’s American and Mexican Food, 2403 E. 38th St (corner of 24th Ave & 38th St S). Come early for breakfast (opens at 8 AM) and/or stay for lunch after the ride. Please park on the street. Enjoy a leisurely, social Sunday morning ride. Kay Mitchell, 763-535-2474; Mike Daniels, 651-690-0190.
25 SUN POST-HEADWATERS RIDE. B 35-45 mi. Depart at 10 AM from the Heartland trailhead in Park Rapids. Directions to the trailhead: from the intersection of Hwys 371 & 34 in Park Rapids, go east on Hwy 34 for 4-5 blocks and take a left into Heartland Park. The trailhead is in the park. Cap off your weekend in the north woods with another scenic ride past lakes, through forests, and on trails. Mary Derks (mderks@comcast.net) 651-482-9605.
25 SUN LAKES I LIKE. B 26 mi. & A/B 32 or 36 mi. Depart at 3:30 PM. Julie Van Mersbergen, infrared@scc.net, 651-253-2493 See Sept. 11.
26 MON HOPKINS BOUND. C 20 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM from far south west corner of Mt Olivet Church parking lot at 5025 Knox Ave S. We're going to Hopkins by way of lakes, Cedar Lake Regional Trail, and Hopkins Corridor. Rest stop at Hopkins Depot. Lunch stop at Tin Fish (if open) or somewhere after ride. Herb Schultz: .
26 MON MONDAY MILES. A/B 50-65 mi. Depart at 10:30 AM from Vadnais-Sucker Lake Regional Park 4500 Rice St, 55127, north parking lot. Get An early start on your mileage week. Lee Thielman (leethielman@yahoo.com) 651-483-9650. (WEB RIDE)
26 MON NIGHT MILES FROM MAPLEWOOD. N 25 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See Sept. 19.
27 TUE AUGIE’S GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 24-35 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See Sept. 1.
27 TUE TUESDAYS ON THE CANNON. B/C 20-40 mi. Depart at 9:30 AM. See Sept. 6.
27 TUE NEW JOB, NEW RIDE. A/B 18-26 mi. Depart at 5:30 PM. See Sept. 13.
27 TUE ACAPULCO TO AFTON. A/B 36, 29 or 24 mi. Leave at 5:45 PM. See Sept. 6.
27 TUE LEFTY'S WESTSIDE RIDE. N 20-25 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. Front and rear lights required for night rides. (Map to start: http://zzzurn.com/maps/plymouthstation.html) Andy Danielson 763-473-1678, Joel Stenoien 612-280-6367, Doug Duoos 763-421-2427. (WEB RIDE)
28 WED WILDS OF WI. A/B 40-65 mi; shortcut options available. Depart 10:30 AM. See Sept. 7.
28 WED SOUTHERN COMFORT. B/C 15 - 25 mi. Leaving at 6:00 PM from Woodlake Lutheran Church, 76th and Oliver in Richfield. Meander through the southwest 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 @mn.rr.com, 612-861-1703. (WEB RIDE)
28 WED THE WHOLE ENCHILADA! N 20-25 mi. Depart at 6:00 PM. See Sept. 21.
29 THU AUGIE’S GATEWAY SOCIAL RIDE. C 24-35 mi. Depart at 8:30 AM. See Sept. 1.
29 THU NIGHT RIDING NOW!. N 21 mi. Depart at 6:15 PM. See Sept. 8.
29 THU THURSDAY EXPRESS. A18-27 mi. A/B 16-27 mi. Depart at 5 PM sharp from the Lock and Dam parking lot under 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 Mpls Lock and Dam parking lot). Mileage decreases as daylight decreases. Must be able to maintain 18 mph pace or 16 mph to finish before dark. The route is mostly flat. Peter Fischer, fisc0333@metnet.edu, 651-633-5584. (WEB RIDE)
30 FRI MMV METRIC. A/B 64 or 30 mi. Depart at 10:00 AM. See Sept. 2. Dave Pfuhl, jpfuhl@mngrocers.net, 651-429-3344.
30 FRI BALD EAGLE LAKE AND MORE. C 27 mi. Leave at 10:00 AM from Burger King parking lot at Hwy 36 and Hwy 120 (Century Ave). We'll bike White Bear Lake, the Bald Eagle Lake Loop, and return via Mahtomedi and Gateway Trail. Rest stops en route and optional luncheon stop at BK after ride. Herb Schultz, .
30 FRI TGIF DINNER SERIES. B 25-30 mi. Depart at 5:15 PM. New time! See Sept. 2.
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 SEPTEMBER 3, NICOLET WHEEL-A-WAY. B 35-40 mi. Depart at 9:15 AM from Don Burnside Rec Park in Three Lakes, WI. Fully supported ride, with lunch, in the Nicolet National Forest. $25 single $55 family, includes t-shirt. Meet at Registration area at 9:00AM for pre ride briefing. For more info: www.threelakes.com. Nancy Selz & Dave Erick (membership@biketcbc.org) 763-350-0093.
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 10, JESSE JAMES BIKE TOUR. NORTHFIELD, MN. 10, 30, 60 or 100 mi. Start 6:30 AM to 8:30 AM. Ride briefing and signup is 6:30 AM at the Middle School at 2200 Division Street. The JESSE JAMES BIKE TOUR is held in Northfield, MN, and travels through the rolling countryside just south of the Twin Cities. Small towns, farms and some lakes will along the routes to keep you company. Well-stocked rest stops will keep your energy levels up as you pedal along enjoying the sights and sounds of the countryside. Pace yourself because this ride is the day before the ST. PAUL CLASSIC. The ride is held the same weekend as the Defeat of Jesse James Days Festival so come for the RIDE and stay for the RAID. For more information, visit http://www.northfieldrotary.org. The online site is open for registration now. This will be a co-leader ride with myself as one and the other TBD. Any questions contact me, Gil Clounie, 507-775-2060, gilcounie@yahoo.com.
SATURDAY, SEPT 24. HEADWATERS 100. 45, 75, or 100 miles. The 23rd annual Headwaters
100 bike ride starts in Park Rapids, MN and heads north to Itasca State Park
(Mississippi River headwaters). Depart at 8:00 AM from the registration area
(Century School) at 501 Helten Ave in Park Rapids. Enjoy northern Minnesota’s
fabulous fall colors, Itasca State Park and great food stops on your choice
of one of 3 routes!
Cost is $25-35, depending on when you register, and includes ride support, rest
stops, and a t-shirt. All proceeds are used for various community projects.
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-Headwaters
ride in the area on Sunday (see ride listings). Lodging is available in
cabins at Breezy Point Resort (www.breezypoint.com), just outside of Park Rapids
(as opposed to in Breezy Point!) For other lodging options, check out
www.parkrapids.com. There will be a potluck dinner on Saturday night at
the cabins for anyone interested.
There will also be a spaghetti dinner the night before, and a dance the night of, the ride, sponsored by the ride organizers (Itascatur Ski-Bike-Run). For more information and a registration form, go to http://www.parkrapids.com/events/hd100_03.html. Please feel free to contact me also with questions. Mary Derks (mderks@comcast.net) 651-482-9605.