We'll start from Lakewood Hills Park and take the long way via Withrow to Carbone's Pizzeria in White Bear Lake. After lunch it's an easy 5 miles back to the finish. Carbone's has a good list of lunch specials, or you can order from the regular menu -- if Carol's B/C group doesn't get there first and eat everything! Our average speed will be around 11 mph, more or less depending on the wind, and we will take a couple of short water breaks and pit stops on the way to lunch.

The entrance to Lakewood Hills Park is on Orchard Lane between White Bear Avenue and McKnight Road, just east of the White Bear Area YMCA. Because of all the road construction, I recommend using the Get Me There button or your favorite navigation app to tell you which highways are still open on the way to the ride. Restrooms and water available at the start.

There's the usual chance of rain in Thursday's forecast so check for ride cancellations or call Lyle at 612 516 2053 before leaving home.