**FULL** Minneapolis Lakes, Rivers and Creeks

Due to difficulty navigating this route with the many unmarked trails I will consider this a mapless/no drop ride and I am limiting the ride to 12 riders, including the ride leader. Due to the history of 2-3 riders canceling or not showing up, I will allow 15 riders to register. When or if I get 15 registered riders, I will close registration and label the ride as full. So, if you really want to do this ride, register early before it closes! If the ride is full and you still want to ride, please send me a text or email and I will add you to the list if openings become available.

This route goes around Minneapolis and will be almost entirely on bike trails through and around the parks surrounding Minneapolis, which will result in an almost car free riding experience. But, since most trails aren’t marked, navigating this route will be difficult without guidance from a GPS unit. The most effective means of navigating this route would be to follow the ride leader, who will be riding at a “B level” effort, or using audio queues from the RWGPS app on your phone. If you haven’t joined the TCBC Ride With GPS club account yet, you can use this form to request signup instructions.

There will be two planned rest stops. The first will be at the Theodore Wirth Trailhead, at mile 10, for a quick restroom and water stop. The second will be at Venn Brewing, at mile 25, which will be a longer stop for coffee. They have good Croissants at Venn, but the selection can be limited, so I recommend bringing a snack along as a backup.

There is plenty of parking behind the Market at Malcolm Yards, but please park in one of the back rows and leave the close in parking for other customers. The ride briefing will be on the front beer garden patio. Restrooms will be available at the start of the ride.

Please consider joining me for post ride drinks and food at the Market at Malcolm Yards.