We ride two beautiful trails, the Cannon Valley Trail and the Hay Creek Trail. We’ll first ride to Red Wing. Those wanting to do 40 miles will return to Welch and then on to Cannon Falls for lunch. For 52 miles, we will continue on 6 miles to the end of the Hay Creek Trail, then head back to Red Wing and on to a break at Welch (and a clothing change if needed) and on to Cannon Falls and lunch. After lunch, we ride back to Welch for a total of 40 or 52 miles. For the optional 20 extra miles to reach 72, choose between a round trip to Cannon Falls or Red Wing from Welch. As an alternative, we may drop the Hay Creek portion and add the new trail to Lake Byllesby. Daily pass, $7; Season pass, $30.

This classic ride is rather flat, smooth, scenic, with miles between most stops.

There are 29 and 45 mile options.

( 29 mile gps file  https://ridewithgps.com/routes/22487498 )

There are several places to stop along each of the routes.

There are Restrooms at ride start and along the way

Several excellent places to eat after the ride.

An excellent cue sheet and map will help self-sufficient faster and slower riders find their way.

Questions call Mike Kubes at 651-247-0770

Mostly on county roads, with some trails.

Easy miles generally, depending on the wind.

FYI - As your leader, I will be riding at B-Pace and may ride any of the routes. Many riders will be averaging 15MPH or more, but I always strive to add another leader for the faster paced riders.

Please note: Although I don't make a practice of cancelling, this ride may be cancelled for cold, rain, snow or extremely wet roads. I do ride in cold (down to 40F), but not on icy or snowy roads. If in doubt about cancellation, please contact leader.

Brookview-Western Burbs-25    Route Link:  https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46523618

This is a social B ride with the  leader  averaging 13-14 mph over the course, self sufficient  riders are welcome to ride  at their own pace.  Please arrive early; the ride briefing will be 5 minutes before ride start time

This ride starts in Golden Valley at Brookview Recreation area, look for my gray Chrysler minivan at the  north side parking lot.  The route is a mix of roads and trails with a rest stop in the middle.  We will plan to regroup after hills and stop lights.  

Restrooms and water are available at the start.  The leader will ride at the front, get a leader credit for riding  sweep.  Bring a snack and water.

You must be an active TCBC member or 1st time guest to ride.

Stay after the ride for food and socializing  at the 319 Bar and Grill at Brookview on their spacious  patio.   Happy Hour specials are from 3 to 6 pm every day. https://www.brookviewthreeonesix.com/

            Family Dining+Craft Brews+Friendly Atmosphere+Darn Good Views 

Because of trail improvements in early May 2024, a slighty different (and shorter) version of this route is being followed. This route is available from RWGPS as is the cue sheet. When construction is completed, the downloadable route will be updated for future rides.

This ride will average 12mph or less. This is a no-drop ride. The only rest stop planned is at the Elm Creek Chalet about 10 miles in, so bring your own snack.

This ride takes place mostly on the nice (and hilly) bike paths inside Elm Creek Park. The start/end venue is close to the park in order to maximize our time inside the park. The venue has another nice attribute: it is close to the Two Scoops ice cream parlor in Anoka. For those who want to, after we return to the finish area the first time, we can then ride to Two Scoops, have a scoop or two, then return to the finish to end the ride.

Outdoor toilets are available at the start seasonally. They are also available year round at the Elm Creek Park Singletrack trailhead about 2 miles from the start.

This will be a hilly ride inside Elm Creek Park. Expect some very slow climbs and some faster descents. A no drop ride, with average speed adjusted down from 12mph if needed.

A slightly shorter variant of this route is possible. Tell the ride leader at the rest stop if interested in cutting out 3 miles.

Here’s what I’m thinking of doing this Thursday from Oakdale. It’s supposed to be fairly windy from the NE, so I’ll use the Gateway Trail up to Manning. Then we’ll start heading south going through some nice neighborhoods eventually going over the Hwy 36 bridge, down the 50^th Street hill and heading back. 

Bathrooms and water available at the Oakdale Nature Center Discovery Center building. Also, possible portable toilet stops at Millbrook Park at 11 miles, Brown’s Creek Park at 12.7 miles or a rest stop with food at the KwikTrip in Liberty Ridge at 15.7 miles. Then the trail south along Manning with just a couple little bumps, the two little trail segments with the rocks, out to Stillwater Road and work our way back by Lake Jane. 

Route is loaded, so please download to some trusty navigational device, pin to your phone, print a cue sheet or follow me. I’ll be riding at a nice B/C pace and average around 12.5-13 mph at the end. Route is rolling terrain and we go down the biggest hill (50^th Street).  Faster riders are welcome to grab the route and ride ahead.  

Any rain in the area or nasty, gusty winds and ride may be canceled. Please check the Forum, Ride Calendar or call or text me at 612-381-6711 if any question about ride going. 

Carol has created a 25-mile route that should work well with a northeast wind, so we're going to use the same route as the B/C group this week. Please see her B/C ride description for details. We'll be going a little slower and will probably make a couple additional short stops for water breaks and clothing adjustments.

Restrooms and water are available in the Oakdale Discovery Center building. Please check the TCBC ride calendar or the Forum for cancellations or rescheduling before leaving home, and call or text Lyle at 612 516 2053 with any questions.

Hey - Come on out and join us for a little easier Lift Bridge Ride.  The loop is 26 miles instead of the “A” group 32 or 35 mile routes and the pace will only be 15 to 17 mph average.  

We will start out the first few miles with an easy warm up and be on a slightly different route than the “A” group.  However, we may run into them in a few different spots, for sure we will see them for the social refueling following the ride.  

Please pre-register and utilize the RWGPS Link.

Lift Bridge Brewery Ride

Faster A Group - 20-21 mph Average For Ride - 35 mile route includes Nason Hill: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42759344
A Group - 17-18 mph Average For Ride - Traditional 30 mile route this week: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/42759375

The Lift Bridge Ride is back for yet another year!

This ride features a descent of the very exhilarating "Fairy Falls Hill" and then a gradual climb from the valley of just two miles on the Brown's Creek Trail. Overall, the terrain is quite flat for a route in the St. Croix River Valley.  We will stay together for a warm up through town and out to Dellwood Rd (MN 96), then the faster A group may split off and a secondary group that averages 17-18 mph will stay together for the remainder of the ride.

Stay for socialization and refreshments (Including their delicious site-brewed root beer) afterward if you desire. Some snacks are available as well at the brewery, but they do not serve any food.

Rain may cause cancellation at the leaders' discretion.

Hope to see you there!

Bob F.

My cell: 651-322-0559

Come join us on this fun and spirited ride that runs along many scenic and low traffic roads through Hamel, Loretto, and Medina. There are a few rollers that add to the excitement. Typically this is a fast ride, we are looking to add an A ride group and keep the AB ride too.

Due to county road 19 construction, we are going to take some Baker park bike trails. GPS is updated.

Call or contact ride leader with questions:

Joy Cox c:763-412-5363

Join this classic ride to Marine on St. Croix with a rest stop at Pine Point Park and The General Store. Restrooms and water are available at ride start. The 29 and 47 mile routes are mostly flat but the 63 mile route is moderately hilly.

The 29 mile route goes south on Portland to Buffalo and follows the same return as all the routes.   47 mile route goes to Pine Point with an optional return on the trail if winds are unfavorable for the regular return.  63 mile route goes to Pine Point and then to Marine on St Croix.

Friday Metric 29 mile route:  https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40729992

Friday Metric 47 mile with Goose Lake:   https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27552656

Friday Metric 48 Alternate TRAIL return route:  https://ridewithgps.com/routes/40729214

Friday Metric 63 Mile route:  https://ridewithgps.com/routes/27544140  

All self sufficent riders welcome