11/22/2021

2021 MN Global Fat Bike Day Events

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Global Fat-Bike Day is a worldwide grassroots campaign that started ten years ago to bring people from the fatbike community together to ride and make new friends.  In honor of Global Fat-Bike Day there are quite a few rides scheduled here in Minnesota and across the border on December 4th that you may want to get in on.  I have complied a list of them so you can get your "fat on" and ride with others of the "well-endowed tire crowd".  New events will be added to this post as they become available.


Big Ring Flyers are hosting their 7th Annual BRF Global Fatbike Day ride from UW Wanderoos in Amery, WI at 10:00 am.  This will be a casual 14 mile ride on the Stower Seven Lakes State Trail.  Wisconsin State Trail Pass required.

WOW… this means I’ve had my Fatty for 7 years! Can you slow your roll and ride for fun with some fab folks? Smile watts count! Tell your friends, tell your family, tell the kid down the street! All welcome! Pace will be easy/friendly, so respect the ride. I’ll have Whiskey the trail dog with so not too fast by any means. Dress for the weather of the day and 70-90 minutes pedaling. We will meet up in the UW Wanderoos west overflow parking lot and depart at 10:00am. Heading west on the Stower Trail to its end past Nye, then turn around and head back. Round trip back to the UW is 14 miles. We’ll gather in the UW for lunch, snacks, Bloody Mary’s, higher education or whatever you like. The trail is a rail trail (flat) gravel so we'll ride no matter the trail conditions. It is a state trail and I advise a day pass, available online. Contact Brian Headlee via messenger with any questions.


Angry Catfish Bicycle Shop and Coffee Bar and Minneapolis Bike Parks are hosting Adventure Coffee on Global Fat Bike Day at the Minnesota River Bottoms with coffee, donuts and a bonfire along the trail between Sibley House and the 494 bridge.

Join us for adventure coffee on Global Fat Bike Day. We will have a fire, donuts, and coffee on the bank of the Minnesota River between the Sibley House and the 494 bridge.
Hit us up at the start of your ride or the end of your ride or anywhere in between, it doesn’t matter when you get there we just want to provide you with one more reason to get out and ride.
We will have Northern Coffeeworks coffee and Bakers Wife donuts at a bonfire along the River Bottoms trail at the overturned car (2 miles from the Sibley House or about 5 miles from the Old Cedar Bridge).
We will have a limited number of disposable cups, so please bring your own cup.
More info to come...


The Chequamegon Area Mountain Bike Association will be hosting their CAMBA Global Fat Bike Day Celebration at CAMBA’s County OO Trailhead, Samuel C. Johnson Outdoor Center in Seeley, WI from 1:00 to 4:00 pm.  Stick around after the ride for lunch and refreshments.  Registration is required to ride.

Join us to kick off the winter fat bike season . Guided rides for all levels. Post-ride lunch includes gourmet soup and refreshments. Located at CAMBA’s County OO Trailhead, Samuel C. Johnson Outdoor Center. Course will be determined based on conditions. Register and more info here: https://cambatrails.org/events/camba-global-fat-bike-day-celebration/


Limestone Brewers in Osage, IA is hosting a Fat Bike Holiday Ride for Global Fat Bike Day at 4:00 pm for a 10 mile trail ride and will join the Decemberfest lighted parade after.  

Light up your bike & celebrate Global Fat Bike Day!
Meet at Limestone Brewers at 4:00pm for a 10 mile trail ride. Riders will join in the Decemberfest lighted parade after the ride.
Free growler of Limestone beer to the best decorated bike!


The Bloomington Off-Road Cycling Alliance is celebrating Global Fat Bike Day with a no-drop group ride at the Minnesota River Bottoms at 1:00 pm.  Meet at the Bloomington Ferry Bridge parking lot and stick around for socializing and snacks after.

Come celebrate Global Fat Bike day at the River Bottoms! No drop, group ride. All are welcome! Route will depend on temps/weather-for sure to the raft and back. Join us afterwards for socializing! BYOB and snacks.


GRIMBA - Grand Rapids Itasca Mountain Bicycling Association has just added their Global Fat Bike Day ride taking place at the Tioga Recreation Area in Cohasset.  Ride starts at 10:00 am for a 7-8 mile loop on the trails.

Come celebrate “Global Fat Bike Day”. Grab your fat tire bike and join GRIMBA out at Tioga bike trails. We will do a 7-8 mile loop. After the ride stop in at Ardent Bike shop for some warm beverages and donuts.


The Cuyuna Lakes Mountain Bike Crew and Red Raven will be hosting Global Fat Bike Day 2021 on the Cuyuna Lakes Mountain Bike Trails at 8:00 am.  This is a great opportunity to ride some of the best singletrack in the state and support the local businesses that support these trails.

We want to invite you to bring your fat bikes to Cuyuna for Global Fat Bike Day on December 4th!! Come ride the trails and visit our Trail Maintenance Partners. Support the businesses that support the trails, including Rafferty's Pizza Crosby, Cuyuna , True North Basecamp , Red Raven , The Bike Vault Crosby MN. 


Downton Bicycles will be celebrating Global Fat Bike Day 2021 with a ride on local Northfield trails.

Join us for our 2021 edition of Global Fat Bike Day. We will be riding for about 90 minutes on Northfield’s local trails.


The Mankato Area Mountain Bikers will be holding their yearly ride down at the MN River Bottoms in Mankato.  Join them at the Kiwanis Park Trailhead at noon for Global Fatbike Day 2021!!!!!!!

It's back for 2021!
It looks like the weather will somewhat cooperate this weekend. No, there won't be snow like years past, but it will still be a fun get together for sure.
Ride, bonfire and bring your beverage of choice.


Don your ugliest holiday sweater and head to Trailhead Cycling in Champlin for Global Fat Bike Day 2021 AND Ugly Sweater Ride - ChamplinThis leisurely 15 mile ride will take riders to the Coon Rapids Dam and the Mississippi River Bottoms with a stop at Elm Creek Brewing on the way back.  Roll out is at 10:30 am.

It's baaack! Global Fat Bike Day has returned to Minnesota with an bonus layer: The Ugly Sweater. That's right folks, grab your Ugliest Holiday Sweater, your faithful fat bike and head on over to Trailhead. 10 am gathering, 10:30 am roll out. Where? Champlin will ride to the CR Dam, have a snack, then romp around the Mississippi River Bottoms (at the CR Dam, not to be confused with THE River Bottoms) and ride back to Champlin, stopping at Elm Creek Brewing for a refreshing beverage.
Champlin Trailhead is at 11350 Aquila Dr N.
Expect 15 or so miles at a leisurely laughable pace. Questions? Call the shop. 763.712.0312. Sorry; no demo bikes this year; there's a global shortage of Fat Bikes ya know. For this reason we'll bend the rules a bit and let semi fatties along (aka mountain bikes). Helmets required.


Grab that ugly holiday sweater and head to Trailhead Cycling in Plymouth for Global Fat Bike Day 2021 AND Ugly Sweater Ride - Plymouth.  This leisurely 15 mile ride will take riders for an out-n-back ride on the Line Trail with a post ride beer at Luce Line Brewing.  Roll out is at 10:30 am.

Global Fat Bike Day has returned to Minnesota with an bonus layer: The Ugly Sweater. That's right folks, grab your Ugliest Holiday Sweater, your faithful fat bike and head on over to Trailhead. 10 am gathering, 10:30 am roll out. Where? Trailhead Plymouth. Meet at 10 am with a 10:30 roll out onto the Luce Line Trail for an out-n-back. We're shooting for snacks on that ride too; with a post - event brew at Luce Line Brewing.
Max Fat and Ug in one event!
Expect 15 or so miles at a leisurely laughable pace. Questions? Call the shop. 763.712.0312. Sorry; no demo bikes this year; there's a global shortage of Fat Bikes ya know. For this reason we'll bend the rules a bit and let semi fatties along (aka mountain bikes). Helmets required.


Roll on your fatty at the Levis Mound trail in Neillsville, WI for Global Fat Bike Day Levis Mound.  This group ride departs the Levis Trailhead at 10:00 am with a campfire and socializing after the ride.

GLOBAL FAT-BIKE DAY! You are all part of the FUN! Join us at Levis Mound for some worldwide fat bike group fun!
Informal group ride and social. Starting at 10:00am at the Levis Trailhead, drop off things you want shuttled to the GFBD grounds campfire on Goat Dance. Fire will be lit at noon. It's a BYOB and share snacks if you like. The local Levis celebrities will be on hand to share profound knowledge of Levis Mound and the history of fatbiking here. Trail donations appreciated for fat bike grooming.


Head to Tonka Cycle & Ski in Minnetonka for their Global Fat Bike Day Ride that leaves the shop at 11:00 am.  Riders will make their way to the new Lone Lake Park singletrack and return to the shop for food and beverages after.

Hey, You, All You Fat Bikers. We ARE having a GLOBAL FAT BIKE DAY ride! (3 if all goes well) All will hit the new single track at Lone Lake Park.
12•4•2021. Leaving Tonka at 11 AM.
After the rides there will be the usual grilled treats and some local brews. More details to follow.
special thank you to the Lone Lake Park trail bosses for helping with logistics, etc.


The Mid Minnesota Cycling Club will be celebrating with a Global Fat Bike Day Ride that will take riders through Quarry and Heritage Parks.  Roll out is at 11:00 am from Back Shed Brewing.

Global fat bike day 2021 ride through Quarry Park and Heritage Park.
When: Saturday, December 4th, 2021, 11AM ride out.
Where: Start @ Back Shed Brewing
Membership Drive, Fundraiser, Presentation, and Election; 3pm-6pm
Thank you to our sponsors; Erik's, FitzHarris Bike & Sport, Revolution Cycle & Ski, Bernicks, and House of Pizza!


Doug Swenson and Big Sioux Bikepacking Brigade are hosting  a casual Global Fat Bike Day Ride on the scenic gravel roads around Canton, SD.  Ride starts in downtown Canton at 9:00 am and will finish up with an optional lunch after.

Gravel Fat Bike ride taking in some of the scenery and hills around Canton. Starting in downtown Canton and finishing up with option for lunch at Garden Of Eat’n or elsewhere in Canton. Stay tuned for updates or refinements to this event. Expect this to be a casual unsanctioned ride.


Go for a 2 1/2 to 3 hour ride through the woods with the Now Bikes & Fitness crew at their Global Fat Biking Day event.  Ride leaves at 9:00 am from the Rice Lake Elementary School parking lot in Lino Lakes.  Stick around for prizes and a grill out afterwards.

Join Now Bikes for #GlobalFatBikeDay !Come ride with the "Now Crew" in the Rice Lake Chain of Lakes trail system. We will be riding mostly single track on our Fat Bikes through the woods of Lino Lakes. 


Michael's Cycles hosts their annual Global Fat Tire Day Ride from their shop in Chaska at 9:00 am.  Expect a 10-20 mile ride through Louisville Swamp that will have multiple groups based on rider pace.  Return to the shop for a breakfast and prize drawing.  Riders that are looking for more mileage can head out for round two to Shakopee for a stop at Shakopee Brew Hall and Badger Hill Brewing.

Join Michael's Cycles for a fun day of riding that starts with a 9 AM ride through the Louisville Swamp. Mileage can vary from 10-20 miles and will have multiple groups based on pace. This is an out and back route mostly, so there are ideal points to turn back when you have ridden enough. We are planning to have a bonfire out on the route for you to stop and enjoy. Upon our return to the Chaska shop the staff will have a pancake & sausage breakfast prepared for us. OJ and coffee also provided. All riders will receive a raffle ticket for an opportunity to win some nice gifts. Once you are fueled back up it will be time for round two. Those who want to ride more will head up from Chaska to Shakopee for a stop at Shakopee Brew Hall, and then onto Badger Hill Brewing. Those that wish to end there we recommend leaving a vehicle and shuttling with friends down to the Chaska Michael's shop. Parking is available in front of the Chaska shop, behind the shop, or on the side streets before/after the shop. If you'd like to grab a delicious pastry and coffee before the ride we recommend visiting our friends at Red Bench Bakery in Chaska. Please select Interested in order to stay updated on all event updates. See the latest news in the event Discussions.


Spokengear in Two Harbors is hosting their Global Fatbike Day - Sliver Creek Edition at private trails in Silver Creek at noon.  Stick around for chili, socializing and warm up at the campfire after the ride.

Come and ride the private trails that our hosts Kevin and Alison have created up in Silver Creek. Enjoy some Chili and other goodies at the Silver Creek Town Hall. Ride, Eat, Laugh, and enjoy some conversations around a fire and warm up inside if you get too cold. This is a fun, all are welcome event.


Grease Rag will host Grease Rag goes to the River Bottoms for a relaxed social pace ride from the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge Visitor Center in Bloomington at 10:00 am.

If you’ve been curious about riding the MN River Bottoms or off roading on dirt/gravel in general, this is the ride for you!
Bring your thick tires! Think fat, gravel, mountain, or plus size. Depending on the weather, there may be leaves, dirt, sand, or snow. That’s half the fun of riding the bottoms!
We’ll meet at the parking lot of the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge. This location is accessible by the 28th Ave Blue Line station, but you’re also welcome to drive or bike to the meeting spot.
This will be a very chill social pace. We’ll ride about an hour or two, depending on weather and people’s energy. It will be an out and back ride, no one will get left behind! There won’t be stops to pump up tires, fill up water, or grab a snack, so plan accordingly. If need an accommodation to get to this event, please message me and I can try my best! Hope to see you there!


Stop along the Minnesota River Bottoms trail in Bloomington at the Lyndale lot from 10:00 am to 1:00 pm and meet the Minnesota Off Road Cyclists crew and Deepwoods Trail Grooming team.  

Greeting Fellow Winter Cyclists,
Global Fat Bike day is fast approaching this Saturday Dec 4th. MORC (Minnesota Off Road Cyclists) will have a couple tents set up at the Lyndale lot from 10am-1pm, along with haybale seating, tasty warm beverages to enjoy pre or post ride will be provided free of charge. The MORC team will be on hand to answer questions about their continued efforts at the River Bottoms, volunteer opportunities, and the road ahead. The grooming tools that the Deepwoods Trail Grooming team uses throughout the winter to keep trail conditions in prime shape will also be on display. They will be able to answer questions about when and where they'll be out to both maximize surface coverage, as well as keep conditions consistent (monetary donations to cover gas, equipment, and time will be accepted). We'll also accept unwrapped toys for the Bloomington Police Departments annual Toys for Tots drive. At this time we do not have a group ride scheduled, but if you're new to the area there's bound to be someone willing to let you tag along. Side note: The raft at 9 Mile Creek is out for the season, and the ice isn't yet safe for crossing; so your best bet is to head east towards 77 and the Sibley house beyond that. While this day is specifically a fat bike celebration, all styles of bikes and riders are welcome.
The MORC Crew


Bone Saw Cycling Collective is celebrating with a Riverbottoms Ride for Global Fat Bike Day!  Meet up is at the Sibley House in Mendota at 10:00 am with a roll out at 10:15.  Route will take riders to the Lyndale parking lot and back.

It’s a river bottoms ride to celebrate Global Fat Bike Day!
*Fat bikes are not required to participate, run what ya brung*
Meet up at 10 AM in front of Sibley House in Mendota Heights.
Rolling at 10:15 AM onto trail!!
Word is that MPLS Bike Parks and Angry Catfish will be out there with coffee and doughnuts somewhere south of Sibley and north of 494.
We’ll ride to Lyndale lot and then turn around and start riding back.
Lunch/snack break on trail on the way back.
This is a super party paced ride. Pack your lunch/snacks, pack your favorite beverage and join us for some fun!


Adventure Cycle and Ski is hosting their Global Fat Bike Day - Ride on Sunday, December 5th at Kate and Jeremy's place in Pleasant Hill Township near Rushford, MN.  Ride starts at 3:00 pm and will have chili courtesy of Mamma Kate.

It's that time of year. Let's get together ride some fat bikes and enjoy some chili courtesy of Mamma Kate.
Bring a fat bike, skid lid, appropriate clothing and friends (BYOB optional).
If you put these coordinates into google maps you should be at the driveway entrance. think of it as a scavenger hunt...
43°53'30.4"N 91°35'31.4"W

8/04/2021

2021 MN Cyclocross Events

Image Credit: TMB Images

Cyclocross season has begun and to get riders prepped there are some practice sessions, clinics and some non-sanctioned races coming up.  Below is a list in chronological order of races and other cyclocross events here in MN and just across the border.  Details for some of the races in this post may still be being worked out as their status with USA Cycling may be pending or in the permit process.

Image Credit: TMB Images

Race and event organizers, if you would like your cyclocross event listed please send me an e-mail (or visit my contact page).  I will continue to update information and add events to this post as they become available.

August

Sunday Morning CX-August 8, 2021
Freewheel Bike St. Paul
St. Paul, MN

Park on Minnehaha Creek - East 49th and Cedar
Minneapolis, MN

Freewheel Bike St. Paul
St. Paul, MN
Park on Minnehaha Creek - East 49th and Cedar
Minneapolis, MN

Sunday Morning CX-August 15, 2021
Freewheel Bike St. Paul
St. Paul, MN

Park on Minnehaha Creek - East 49th and Cedar
Minneapolis, MN

Freewheel Bike St. Paul
St. Paul, MN

Park on Minnehaha Creek - East 49th and Cedar
Minneapolis, MN

Sunday Morning CX-August 22, 2020
Freewheel Bike St. Paul
St. Paul, MN

Park on Minnehaha Creek - East 49th and Cedar
Minneapolis, MN

Monday Night CX practice-August 23, 2021
Sibley Park
Minneapolis, MN

Park on Minnehaha Creek - East 49th and Cedar
Minneapolis, MN

Sunday Morning CX-August 29, 2020
Freewheel Bike St. Paul
St. Paul, MN

Park on Minnehaha Creek - East 49th and Cedar
Minneapolis, MN

Monday Night CX practice-August 30, 2021
Sibley Park
Minneapolis, MN

Tuesday Night CX-August 31, 2021
Aquila Park
St. Louis Park, MN

September

Park on Minnehaha Creek - East 49th and Cedar
Minneapolis, MN

Cannonball Cross-September 4-5, 2021
East Park
Mason City, IA
Online Registration (Opens 8/8/21)

Tuesday Night CX-September 7, 2021
Aquila Park
St. Louis Park, MN

Park on Minnehaha Creek - East 49th and Cedar
Minneapolis, MN

Park on Minnehaha Creek - East 49th and Cedar
Minneapolis, MN

Tuesday Night CX-September 14, 2021
Aquila Park
St. Louis Park, MN

Gopher Cross-September 18-19, 2021
27840 100th St NW
Zimmerman, MN

Sherman Park
Sioux Falls, SD

Uff Da Cross-September 25-26
27840 100th St NW
Zimmerman, MN

October

Karma CX-October 2-3, 2021
Hanson Park
New Brighton, MN

Green Acres p/b Donkey Label-October 16-17, 2021
Green Acres Recreational
Lake Elmo, MN

CX Skills Clinic-October 20, 2021
Trailhead Cycling-Plymouth
Plymouth, MN

Theodore Wirth Park
Minneapolis, MN

Theodore Wirth Park
Minneapolis, MN

Taco CX-October 23, 2021
Theodore Wirth Park
Minneapolis, MN

'Cross Skills Clinic-October 27, 2021
Trailhead Cycling-Plymouth
Plymouth, MN

Bravane CX-October 30, 2021
Warner Lake Park
Clearwater, MN

Elmwood Forest CX-October 30, 2021
Elmwood Park
Sioux Falls, SD

November

Fulton Star CX-November 6-7, 2021
Lions Valley Place Park
Crystal, MN

Croix Cross - MNJRC-November 13-14, 2021
Bassett Creek Park
Crystal, MN

Tuthill CX - South Dakota State Championships-November 26, 2021
Tuthill Park
Sioux Falls, SD

For more updates on USA Cycling cyclocross events in Minnesota visit the USA Cycling events search page.

8/01/2021

Winter '21-'22 MN Fatbike Events


Winter fatbiking continues to draw in new riders which has brought us a large increase of events over the past several years.  This season should be a great one.  Expect to see the return of  yearly favorites that had to be canceled last season due to Covid-19 and numerous new fat tire events.  Start planning your calendar now and check back often for updates.

This season's calendar will include all types of  winter fatbike events from festivals and races to demos and group rides.  Below is a list in chronological order of events in Minnesota and nearby across the border.  Race and event organizers, if you would like your event listed please send me an e-mail (visit my contact page).  I will continue to add events to this post as they become available.

November

Winter Ride Group-November 15, 2021
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

WOW Ride-November 16, 2021
Bloomington Ferry Trail Access
Bloomington, MN

Winter Ride Group-November 17, 2021
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

Winter Ride Group-November 22, 2021
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

Winter Ride Group-November 24, 2021
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

Square Lake Park
Stillwater, MN
Short Course: 11.8 miles
Long Course: 21.9 miles

Friday Night Lights-November 26, 2021
Tioga Recreation Bike Trailhead
Cohasset, MN

Palmers Tavern
Hibbing, MN
30, 15 miles

Winter Ride Group-November 29, 2021
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

WOW Ride-November 30, 2021
Bloomington Ferry Trail Access
Bloomington, MN

December

Winter Ride Group-December 1, 2021
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

UW Wanderoos
Wanderoos, WI

MN River Bottoms- Mendota
Mendota, MN

CAMBA’s County OO Trailhead/Samuel C. Johnson Outdoor Center
Seeley, WI
14, 7 miles

Fat Bike Holiday Ride-December 4, 2021
Limestone Brewers
Osage, IA

Fat Tire Bike Rides-December 4, 2021
Limestone Brewers
Osage, IA

Global Fat Bike Day-December 4, 2021
Worldwide

Global Fat Bike Day-December 4, 2021
Bloomington Ferry Trail Bridge
Bloomington, MN

Global Fat Bike Day-December 4, 2021
Tioga Recreation Bike Trails
Cohasset, MN

Global Fat Bike Day 2021-December 4, 2021
Cuyuna Lakes Mountain Bike Trails
Ironton, MN

Global Fat Bike Day 2021-December 4, 2021
Downtown Bicycles
Northfield, MN

Kiwanis Park Mountain Bike Trailhead
Mankato, MN

Trailhead Cycling
Champlin, MN
15 miles

Luce Line Brewing
Plymouth, MN
15 miles

Levis Mound Trail
Neillsville, WI

Global Fat Bike Day Ride-December 4, 2021
Tonka Cycle & Ski
Minnetonka, MN

Global Fat Bike Day Ride-December 4, 2021
Back Shed Brewing
Waite Park, MN

Global Fat Bike Day Ride-December 4, 2021
Canton, SD
34 miles

Global Fat Biking Day-December 4, 2021
Rice Lake Elementary School
Lino Lakes, MN

Global Fat Tire Day Ride-December 4, 2021
Michael's Cycles Chaska
Chaska, MN
10-20 miles

Silver Creek Town Hall
Two Harbors, MN

Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge
Bloomington, MN

Sibley Historic Site
Mendota, MN

Bronk Plowline Trail
Winona, MN
Mountain Bike - 17k (10.6 miles)
Duathlon - Run 11k, Mountain Bike 17k, Run 2k (Relay options available)

Kate and Jeremy's place
Pleasant Hill Township, MN

Winter Ride Group-December 6, 2021
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

Winter Ride Group-December 8, 2021
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

Freewheel Bike-West Bank
Minneapolis, MN

Winter Ride Group-December 13, 2021
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

WOW Ride-December 14, 2021
Bloomington Ferry Trail Access
Bloomington, MN

Winter Ride Group-December 15, 2021
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

Fat Tire Bike Rides-December 18, 2021
Limestone Brewers
Osage, IA

Winter Ride Group-December 20, 2021
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

Winter Ride Group-December 22, 2021
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

Winter Ride Group-December 27, 2021
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

WOW Ride-December 28, 2021
Bloomington Ferry Trail Access
Bloomington, MN

Winter Ride Group-December 29, 2021
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

January

New Year's Day Bike Ride-January 1, 2022
3401 S Cliff Ave
Sioux Falls, SD

Resolution River Rumble-January 1, 2022
Minnesota River Bottoms - Cedar Ave (Hwy 77) Boat Launch
Eagan, MN

Fat Tire Bike Rides-January 1, 2022
Limestone Brewers
Osage, IA

Winter Ride Group-January 3, 2022
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

Trail Ride-January 4, 2022
Willow River Mountain Biking
Hudson, MN

Winter Ride Group-January 5, 2022
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

Fat & Happy-January 8, 2022
Square Lake Park
Stillwater, MN
Short Course: 11.8 miles
Long Course: 21.9 miles

Fat Fish Frozen-January 8, 2022
Webb Lake, WI
26, 11 miles

Tomar Park
Sioux Falls, SD

Fat Vasa-January 9, 2022
Vasaloppet Nordic Center
Mora, MN
37.5, 25, 12.5 km

Winter Ride Group-January 10, 2022
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

WOW Ride-January 11, 2022
Bloomington Ferry Trail Access
Bloomington, MN

Winter Ride Group-January 12, 2022
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

Arctic Fat Fever-January 15, 2022
Excelsior Brewing Company
Excelsior, MN

Fat Tire Bike Rides-January 15, 2022
Limestone Brewers
Osage, IA

Fat Bike Ride-January 15, 2022
Eagles Club
Thief River Falls, MN
10-15 miles

Cascade Lodge
Lutsen, MN
6-8 miles

Norpine Fat Bike Classic Tour-January 15-28, 2022
Cascade Lodge
Lutsen, MN
14 miles

St. Croix 40 Winter Ultra-January 15-16, 2022
St. Croix State Park
Hinckley, MN
40 miles

City of Lakes Pre-Loppet-January 16, 2022
The Trailhead at Theodore Wirth Park
Minneapolis, MN
17 km

Winter Ride Group-January 17, 2022
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

Winter Ride Group-January 19, 2022
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

Fat Thursday Cyclocrits-January 20, 2022
The Chart House
Lakeville, MN

Great Bear Ski Valley
Sioux Falls, SD

Seeley Big Fat Race-January 22, 2022
Seeley Hills
Seeley, WI
14, 6 miles

Angry Catfish Bicycle Shop and Coffee Bar
Minneapolis, MN
50 miles

Fat Bike Sundays-January 23, 2022
Spirit Mountain
Duluth, MN

Winter Ride Group-January 24, 2022
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

Fat Tuesdays In Tonka-January 25, 2022
Freewheel Bike Minnetonka
Minnetonka, MN
10-15 miles

WOW Ride-January 25, 2022
Bloomington Ferry Trail Access
Bloomington, MN

Winter Ride Group-January 26, 2022
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

Fat Thursday Cyclocrits-January 27, 2022
The Chart House
Lakeville, MN

Fat Bike World Championships-January 28-30, 2022
New Richmond Golf Club
New Richmond, WI
Online Registration (opens 7/26/21)

Continental Ski & Bike
Duluth, MN

Fat Bike Rennet-January 29, 2022
Highland Park Reserve
Bloomington, MN
25k, 10k

Freezer Burn Fatbike Race-January 29, 2022
Springvale County Park
Cambridge, MN
14, 7 miles

Cascade Lodge
Lutsen, MN
30, 19 miles

Fat Bike Sundays-January 30, 2022
Spirit Mountain
Duluth, MN

South of the River Ramble and Race-January 30, 2022 Canceled
West Lake Marion Mountain Bike Trail
Lakeville, MN

Arrowhead 135-January 31-February 2, 2022
International Falls, MN
135 miles
Online Registration (opens 9/1/21)

Winter Ride Group-January 31, 2022
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

February

Winter Ride Group-February 2, 2022
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

Fat Thursday Cyclocrits-February 3, 2022
The Chart House
Lakeville, MN

Falls Park Farmer's Market
Sioux Falls, SD

The Trailhead
Theodore Wirth Park
Minneapolis, MN

Tanadoona
Excelsior, MN

Fat Tire Bike Rides-February 5, 2022
Limestone Brewers
Osage, IA

Tanadoona
Excelsior, MN

Big Island and Back-February 6, 2022
Excelsior Beach
Excelsior, MN
10 km

Fat Bike Sundays-February 6, 2022
Spirit Mountain
Duluth, MN

Bde Maka Ska North Beach
Minneapolis, MN
33 km
Online Registration (Opens October 20, 2021)

Bde Maka Ska North Beach
Minneapolis, MN
20 km
Online Registration (Opens October 20, 2021)

Bde Maka Ska North Beach
Minneapolis, MN
10 km
Online Registration (Opens October 20, 2021)

Lakefront Park
Hudson, WI

Winter Ride Group-February 7, 2022
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

Fat Tuesdays In Tonka-February 8, 2022
Freewheel Bike Minnetonka
Minnetonka, MN
10-15 miles

WOW Ride-February 8, 2022
Bloomington Ferry Trail Access
Bloomington, MN

Winter Ride Group-February 9, 2022
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

Fat Thursday Cyclocrits-February 10, 2022
The Chart House
Lakeville, MN

Tioga Recreation Area
Cohasset, MN

FatBikeFest 13-February 12, 2022
Montiview Mountain Bike Challenge Course
Monticello, MN

Fat Forest Fourteen-February 12, 2022
Tioga Recreation Area
Cohasset, MN
14, 7 miles

FIRED UP! Fat Bike Tour-February 12, 2022
The Jewel Golf Club
Lake City, MN

Frosted Fatty-February 12, 2022
Spirit Mountain
Duluth, MN

Hilly Chilly Cook-Off-February 12, 2022
Rush River Brewing
River Falls, WI

Great Bear Ski Valley
Sioux Falls, SD

SnowBomb Group Ride-February 12, 2022
Prairie Island Campground
Winona, MN

Super Sunday Fat Tire Ride-February 13, 2022
Birch's on the Lake Brewhouse & Supperclub
Long Lake, MN

Winter Ride Group-February 14, 2022
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

Freewheel Bike Minnetonka
Minnetonka, MN
10-15 miles

Winter Ride Group-February 16, 2022
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

Fat Thursday Cyclocrits-February 17, 2022
The Chart House
Lakeville, MN

The Acreage at Osceola
Osceola, WI

Ely Skinny/Fat-February 19, 2022
Hidden Valley Recreation Area
Ely, MN
20 km, 10 km

Fat Tire Bike Rides-February 19, 2022
Limestone Brewers
Osage, IA

Fat Tire Racing at STMABMX-February 19, 2022
STMABMX
St. Michael, MN

Starbuck's-Louise and 69th
Sioux Falls, SD

Dunn Brothers Coffee
Hugo, MN
2 hour ride

Snowpocalypse Ride/Run-February 19, 2022
Gamehaven Scout Reservation
Rochester, MN

Winterfest Fat Bike Ride-February 19, 2022
The Eagles Club
Thief River Falls, MN
10-15, 3-5 miles

Bike Across the Bay-February 20, 2022
Harbor View Event Center
Washburn, WI
20, 10 km

The Frozen Facundo-February 20, 2022
Lake Harriet South Beach
Minneapolis, MN

Stillwater Fat Bike Rally-February 20, 2022
Brown's Creek State Trailhead
Stillwater, MN

Winter Ride Group-February 21, 2022
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

Freewheel Bike Minnetonka
Minnetonka, MN
10-15 miles

Tuesday Night Fat Bike Ride-February 22, 2022
E 27th St and West River Parkway
Minneapolis, MN

WOW Ride-February 22, 2022
Bloomington Ferry Trail Access
Bloomington, MN

Winter Ride Group-February 23, 2022
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

Fat Thursday Cyclocrits-February 24, 2022
The Chart House
Lakeville, MN

Chili Cookoff and Ride!-February 25, 2022
Sioux Falls Bicycle Company
Sioux Falls, SD

Fat & Happy-February 26, 2022
Square Lake Park
Stillwater, MN
Short Course: 11.8 miles
Long Course: 21.9 miles

Dunn Brothers Coffee
Hugo, MN

Pedal Past Poverty-February 26, 2022
MRCI East Park
Mankato, MN

Polar Bear Pedal-Februay 26, 2022
Redhead Mountain Bike Park
Chisholm, MN
6, 3-4 miles

Sweaty Yeti-February 26, 2022
Levis / Trow Mounds Trail
Neillsville, WI
Solo Yeti- Three hour race- approx. 8-10 mi laps.
Solo Yetette- Three hour race- approx. 8-10 mi laps.
Open teams (Any number of riders, male or female)
Female Team (Any number of riders)
- Three hour race- approx. 20 min laps for teams.

Winter Ride Group-February 28, 2022
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

March

Winter Ride Group-March 2, 2022
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

Fat Tire Bike Rides-March 5, 2022
Limestone Brewers
Osage, IA

Dunn Brothers Coffee
Hugo, MN

Winter Ride Group-March 7, 2022
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

Winter Ride Group-March 9, 2022
Gamehaven Reservoir Park
Rochester, MN

YMCA Camp Northern Lights
Babbitt, MN

Korkki Nordic Ski Center
Duluth, MN
20 km

Fat Bike Birkie-March 12, 2022
American Birkebeiner Trailhead
Cable, WI
47, 21, 10 miles

Dunn Brothers Coffee
Hugo, MN

Fat Tire Bike Rides-March 19, 2022
Limestone Brewers
Osage, IA

Key City Bike
Mankato, MN

5/14/2021

Twin Cities Area Weekly Group Rides

We are now beginning to see the return of weekly group bike rides of all kinds for the spring and summer months.  These Twin Cities area rides include mountain biking, gravel, road and trail that recur on specific days of the week.  Check website and Facebook links provided for more information and locations as some ride details may change from week to week.  I will continue to update this post as more group rides become available. 

Monday


Michael's Cycles has started their MTB Mondays which visits various trail systems in the South Metro area.  Rides start at 6:00 pm and continue through September 27th.  Check the Facebook event page for weekly updates and ride locations.

Join us for a weekly ride that will rotate to different south metro singletrack trails. We will post the location the week of each ride.
We do ask that riders bring spare tube/CO2 for emergencies. Bring water and snacks if needed. Helmets are required.
Please fill out a waiver online under "events" at www.michaelscycles-mn.com.


The Great Scott Cycling Club holds their Monday Club Ride at at 6:15 PM (6:00 PM starting in late August) from Michael's Cycles in Prior Lake through late September.  Membership is required for club rides.  Dues are $20 for a single membership or $35 for a household.  Visit their ride calendar for information on ride groups, routes and distances.  Weekly updates can also be found on their Facebook page.


Erik's hosts their weekly Eagan Easy Riders from their Eagan shop at 6:00 pm through September 13th.  Visit their Events Calendar and the Erik's Riders Club Facebook page for more details and weekly updates.

Interested in taking your cycling routine up a notch? Want to get more comfortable riding with a group without getting left behind? Then this is the ride for you! Join Pat and Nancy for a no-drop, scenic and social ride averaging 12-15 mph (paced by the comfort level of the group). Typically we start at the shop and make our way down to Minnehaha Falls for a quick break and then back. Guaranteed to cure any case of "The Mondays"!
 
Based on group interest, we will be changing the route up from week to week. Most weeks, we will ride the route indicated above, but riders also have the opportunity to choose a route that interests them!

Ride Details:
Approximately 17-22 miles
Road (All - Drop Bar and Flat Bar)
NO Drop Ride
Urban Roads and Paved Trails
12-15mph
Join ERIK'S Rider's Club on Facebook to stay updated on current and new rides:


Head to Maple Grove Cycling for their Monday Night "B+ / A-" Road Ride.  Ride departs the shop at 5:30 pm for about a 2.5 hour ride through mid-late September.  Visit the MGC Group Rides page and the MGC Facebook page for more details and weekly updates.

MONDAY NIGHT  " B+ / A- "  ROAD RIDE
Date: Late April (weather dependent) mid - late September. 
Time:  Mondays, 5:30 pm.     
Route: Primarily on public roads. 
Distance: 25-50 miles
Avg. Speed: B+ / A- , 19+ mph average
Terrain: Varied, flat, some hills
Est. Time: 2.5 hours
Ride Leader: Scot Bolland
Rider Experience: Should have prior group ride experience and appropriate fitness.


Freewheel Bike's Woodbury Monday Night Ride is back up and running through August 30th.  Ride departs at 5:30 pm every Monday from the Woodbury store for about a 30 mile ride. 

Join us at Freewheel Woodbury every Monday (weather permitting) at 5:30 PM for our Monday Night Woodbury Group Ride! This ride has a pace of 16-18 mph and will cover around 30 miles. This is a no-drop ride. Bring your helmet, lights, a water bottle, and your favorite mid-ride snack.
Route information can be found at: https://www.strava.com/clubs/470025
**There will not be a ride on Memorial Day.


Head to Lupulin Brewing Company on Monday nights at 6:00 pm for their  Lupulin Brewing Bike Club ride.  Ride is all inclusive.  Return to the brewery after the ride for a free beer or soda.  Going on now through October 25th.

Join us every Monday at 6pm for LBC Bike Club! All ages and fitness levels welcome! Take a lap around the lake, or bike wherever you please. Head out for half an hour, come back, and enjoy a free beer or soda! Helmets are required and you must obey traffic laws.

Tuesday


Michael's Cycles in Prior Lake has started their Tuesday Night Gravel Rides which depart from the shop at 6:00 pm for a 2 hour ride on local gravel.  This weekly ride continues through September 27th.  Check the Facebook event page for weekly updates.

Join us Tuesday evenings as we take to the local gravel roads in the south metro. Route to be announced weekly. Rides leave from the Prior Lake Michael's Cycles. Mileage from 25-35 and pace will be 14-16 MPH. Typically break into 2 groups depending on turnout. Any bike that can handle majority of gravel and some road is suited for these rides. Please dress appropriate for the temps and bring necessary items to handle a flat on your bike.
Please wear a helmet and sign the online waiver before attending. You can find the waiver at www.michaelscycles-mn.com under "events."
Bring a mask and maintain 6 feet from other riders. If we have over 10 riders, we will split into 2 groups.


For peloton riders, Freewheel Bike's Fast and Furious Ride returns on Tuesday Nights at 5:30 pm from their Eden Prairie shop.  This 2.5 hour "A" ride will take riders along scenic roads in the west metro area.  Visit the Facebook event page for updates.

Our Fast and Furious Ride is back!!
We're meeting every Tuesday night at Freewheel Bike Eden Prairie at 5:30 PM for the Fast and Furious Ride! We will be breaking the ride into groups of 10-12 riders to keep the rides safe. We will also plan to have 2 group options to choose from: A “Fast” (22-24 avg mph) and “Not Quite As Fast” (20-22 avg mph). We'll hit the road for 45-55 miles of scenic views and rolling hills in the west metro.
This is a great ride to test your fitness and learn how to ride safely in a fast-paced group. Although this is a no-drop ride, come ready to push yourself!
Bring your road bike, a helmet, and join the Freewheel peloton! 


Ride scenic gravel roads around the Northfield area at the Cannon Valley Velo Club's Tuesday Night Gravel ride.  Rides depart Bridge Square at 6:00 pm.  Visit the Cannon Valley Velo Club Facebook page for more details and weekly updates.


Erik's hosts their weekly Endorphin Junkies B Group Ride from their Coon Rapids shop at 5:30 pm through September 28th.  Visit their Events Calendar and the Erik's Riders Club Facebook page for more details and weekly updates.

Come join Tim on fun and fast paced early evening ride! If you are looking to start pushing yourself beyond a casual ride, this may be the ride for you!

Our B ride is:
- No drop
- Pace-line ride
- Approx. 30 miles
- Typically have an average speed of 17-20mph
- This will be almost exclusively shoulder riding

We would highly recommend a drop bar road bike, some extra water, and nutrition to make things a bit easier. Should be a blast! Hope to see you there!

Join ERIK'S Rider's Club on Facebook to stay updated on current and new rides:


Maple Grove Cycling hosts their Tuesday Night "C" Fitness Road Ride from their shop.  Ride departs at 6:00 pm for about a 1.5 to 2 hour ride through mid-late September.  Visit the MGC Group Rides page and the MGC Facebook page for more details and weekly updates.

TUESDAY NIGHT " C " FITNESS ROAD RIDE
Date: Late April (weather dependent) mid-late September.
Time: Tuesday, 6 p.m.
Route: Primarily on public roads. 
Distance: 25-30 miles
Avg. Speed: " C " level, 16 -18 mph average
Terrain: Flat, few hills
Est. Time: 1.5-2 hours 
Ride Leader: Tod Eckberg or Chad Thomas
Rider Experience: Faster and longer than the recreational ride. Still accommodates newer riders building strength and endurance.

Wednesday


Life Wellness hosts weekly Wednesday night mountain bike group rides at various south metro area singletrack trails starting at 6:00 pm.  Visit the Life Wellness Group Rides Facebook page for more information, locations, weekly updates and cancellations due to weather.

These Fat Bike/Mt. Bike rides will rotate between south metro singletrack trails (Murphy, Lebanon Hills, West Lake Marion and River Bottoms) depending on conditions. We'll break into groups based on skill levels, so everyone enjoys the ride! This group ride is meant to build community. We’ll regroup a couple times on the trail then socialize afterwards. Meet & Greet: 6pm, Ride: 6:05ish.


For fast riders, Maple Grove Cycling hosts their Wednesday Night "A" Aggressive Road Ride.  Ride departs the shop at 5:30 pm for a 2 to 4.5 hour ride through mid-late September.  Visit the MGC Group Rides page and the MGC Facebook page for more details and weekly updates.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT " A " AGGRESSIVE ROAD RIDE
Date: Late April (weather dependent) mid-late September.
Time: Wednesday, 5:30 p.m
Route: Primarily on public roads.
Distance: 25-65 miles, depends on day light.
Avg. Speed: " A" level, 20 + mph average
Terrain: Flat and hilly, strenuous
Est. Time: 2-4.5 hours. Ride until sunset.
Ride Leader: Scot Bolland
Rider Experience: Prior group ride experience and appropriate fitness level.


Sociable Cider Werks begins their Bikes & Brews: Weekly Group Rides beginning June 2nd and continuing through September 1st.  Visit the Facebook event page for weekly updates.

Join us every Wednesday for a group bike ride! Wheels roll at 6pm (ride briefing at 5:50pm)and we’ll bike around for an hour or so and return to Sociable for some brews, bites and bops.
What to expect:
- 2 different paces, speedy + leisure
- Refreshing beverages
- Rockin’ tunes
- Good times


Ride to local breweries from Driftwood Park in New Brighton on Wednesday nights with Beer & Bikes.  Meet up is at 5:50 pm, roll out at 6:00 and return between 8:30 and 9:00.  Going on now through the end of October.  Visit Beer & Bikes calendar and Facebook page for weekly destinations and routes.

BEER & BIKES is a low-key, recreational cycling club based in the north metro area in Minnesota. From April to the end of October, we ride to different local breweries every Wednesday evening. Cyclists of all abilities and legal drinking age are welcome to ride with us! Our average pace is between 11 and 13 miles per hour, and generally adjust our riding speed for the differing abilities present.


The West Bank location of Freewheel Bike has started up their West Bank Wednesday Night Road Ride for the summer.  This no-drop ride leaves the West Bank shop at 6pm for a 25 mile ride.  Going on now through September 29th.

Every Wednesday night, meet us at Freewheel Bike West Bank for our weekly Wednesday night group ride! We’ll be rolling out at 6:00 PM for a 25-mile ride. This is a 15-17 mph, no-drop ride that will begin and end at our West Bank store.
Pack your helmet, light, and your favorite ride snacks.


Gear West in Long Lake hosts their Wednesday Night Rides at 6:00 pm from the shop.  Choose from two routes and two ride groups.  Going on now through October 27th.

No Drop Ride
Two different routes 20 and 40 miles, pick your distance
We do split into an A (18-20mph) ride group and B (16-18mph) ride group when rider numbers allow to help with social distancing
Meet at the Bike Shop! Come early to get any food or fill up your bottle!

Thursday


Fulton Racing and Behind Bars Bicycle Shop introduce the Fulton Social Series on Thursday nights now through August 26th.  Rides depart Behind Bars Bicycle Shop in Minneapolis at 6:00 pm for a 2 hour ride.  Visit the Facebook event page for more information and weekly updates. 

Fulton Racing cordially invites everyone to join us on our no-drop #FultonSocialSeries rides on Thursday nights from April 15 through August 26.
Each week, we will depart Behind Bars Bicycle Shop (208 13th Ave. NE) at 6:00 p.m. While we hope to end future rides at the Fulton taproom patio, our April rides will end at Behind Bars. Stay safe, get vaccinated, and we'll party later.
If you attend three rides, you’ll earn a free Fulton beer token!
Routes change weekly and will be published here before each ride. Rides will be around 1 ½ hours long, getting shorter as we lose daylight. Pace will be around 12-15 MPH. If you have questions about this, please DM us! All levels of riders and all types of bikes are welcome. Some weeks we may do a special event (skills clinic, etc.) in place of our regular ride.
Please wear a helmet during the ride and bring a lock, lights, and water. Dress appropriately for changing weather conditions. For the time being we also ask that you wear a mask while riding in close quarters with others.
IMPORTANT: If you plan to join for drinks after the ride, please RSVP to that week’s event so we can reserve enough space at the taproom. Be prepared to follow all COVID safety protocols required by the taproom.
Additionally, we ask that all participants be kind and respectful both on and off the bike. Respect the rules of the road, give space to other trail users, and do not ride in a risky manner. Respect participants' identities, pronous, and personal space. Sexist, racist, transphobic, homophobic, xenophobic, and ableist language/behavior won’t be tolerated.


The Great Scott Cycling Club holds their Thursday Club Ride at at 6:15 PM (6:00 PM starting in late August) from Michael's Cycles in Prior Lake through late September.  Membership is required for club rides.  Dues are $20 for a single membership or $35 for a household.  Visit their ride calendar for information on ride groups, routes and distances.  Weekly updates can also be found on their Facebook page.


Maple Grove Cycling hosts their Thursday Night "B/C" Sport Road Ride.  Ride departs the shop at 6:00 pm for a 1.5 to 2.5 hour ride through mid-late September.  Visit the MGC Group Rides page and the MGC Facebook page for more details and weekly updates.

THURSDAY NIGHT " B / C " SPORT ROAD RIDE
Date: Late April(weather dependent) mid -late September.
Time: Thursday, 6:00 p.m
Route: Swift, fast paced ride taking more consistent routes on public roads. 
Distance: 25-45 miles, depends on day light.
Avg. Speed: Most nights will be 2 separate groups riding the same routes.
"B" level, 18-19 mph average.
"C" level, 16-18 mph average. 
Est. Time: 1.5-2.5 hours.
Ride Leaders: Laurie McElmeel, Kyle Richert, Nate Wentz
Rider Experience: Prior group experience.


The Luce Line Cycling Club hosts their Luce Line Cycling Club - Weekly Ride from Luce Line Brewing in Plymouth.  Meet at 5:30 pm and roll out around 6:00 for a ride on the the Luce Line Trail and return to the brewery for a beer afterward.  Weekly rides start June 10th and continue through September 30th.

Join the Luce Line Cycling Club for a weekly ride starting at the Luce Line. Riders will meet at 5:30pm and take off around 6:00pm. End your ride at the brewery and grab a beer to cool off.

Saturday


Michael's Cycles in Chaska hosts their Saturday Social Rides at 9:00 am for about a 3 hour ride.  Ride start locations and routes changes weekly so visit the Facebook event page for updates.

Join us every Saturday morning for a fun social ride! The route will change weekly, but we'll update weekly as to where we will meet. Start time will be 9 am unless otherwise specified in an update post.
Please wear a helmet and sign the online waiver before attending. You can find the waiver at www.michaelscycles-mn.com under "events."
Bring a mask and maintain 6 feet from other riders. If we have over 10 riders, we will split into 2 groups.


The Cannon Valley Velo Club holds their Saturday Morning Rides from Bridge Square in downtown Northfield.  Visit the Cannon Valley Velo Club Facebook page for more details, start times and weekly updates.


The Rosemount Cycling Club holds their weekly Saturday Morning Ride at 8:00 am from the Rosemount Starbucks location.  Routes change weekly and updates are posted with route information on their Announcements page and Facebook page.  Become a member of the Rosemount Cycling Club by visiting their Membership page.

Rosemount Cycling Club is a group of riders who get together on Saturday mornings to share our love for road riding. We meet at Starbucks in Rosemount Minnesota for a ride that follows a different route every week to provide a variety of roads, elevation change, and scenery. We strive for a safe ride that everyone can enjoy and have fun doing week after week.


Join the Bloomington Fast Ride on Saturday mornings at 8:00 am for a fast paced road ride from Dred Scott Field in Bloomington.  This 30-40 mile ride changes routes weekly and goes on through the end of September.  Visit their Facebook page for weekly updates.

Attention all members it looks like the pandemic is slowing down thanks to vaccinations so starting June 5th and every Saturday through out the summer new group rides will be starting at Dred Scott field in Bloomington and the location will be starting at the parking lot where the tennis courts are located. Time start will be 8:00AM. So if interested come for a ride with different routes and average mileage 30-40 and a avg: speed of 17-18 miles per hour. Plenty of free parking and safe location.




For gravel riders, Maple Grove Cycling hosts their Saturday Morning Gravel Ride.  Ride departs at 7:30 am for a 2 hour ride on gravel roads west of the shop through mid-late September.  Visit the MGC Group Rides page and the MGC Facebook page for more details and weekly updates.

SATURDAY MORNING GRAVEL RIDE
Date:  Late April ( weather dependent) mid-late September.
Time: Saturday, 7:30 a.m. 
Route:  Gravel roads west of MGC. Pavement at the beginning and end of ride.
Distance:  30 miles. Rides will vary in terrain. 
Avg. Speed: 15 mph.
Est. Time:  2 hours.
Ride Leader: Scot Bolland
Rider Experience: Ride a gravel, cross, mountain, or fat bike.

Sunday


Erik's hosts their weekly Weekend Wind Down Group Ride from their Coon Rapids shop at 5:30 pm through September 26th.  Visit their Events Calendar and the Erik's Riders Club Facebook page for more details and weekly updates.

Had a busy week? An even busier weekend? Come join Tim on a Sunday evening for our 6th Year of our ‘Weekend Wind Down’ group ride!

This ride is a relaxed to medium paced road ride meant for anyone who wants a reason to get on there bike. If you’ve been biking for years or just got your new road bike, you're welcome here!

The ride is approximately 22 miles but will sometimes vary
Pace around 14-16 mph
No drop ride so everyone should be flexible to make sure we are stay together and have a great time!
This is primarily a paved trail ride but we will have some brief shoulder riding.

Join ERIK'S Rider's Club on Facebook to stay updated on current and new rides:


For more group rides not listed in this post visit Groupride.com.  Users of the site can search the interactive ride map, view the ride directory or post up a ride.


Become a member of the Twin Cities Bicycling Club and join in on all types of weekly rides held throughout the Twin Cities Area.  Yearly Single ($30) and Household ($45) memberships are available by visiting their Membership page.

At the present time, TCBC rides are open to members only. Ride times listed are departure times. Come to the ride start location at least 15 minutes before the depart time listed on the schedule and find the ride leader (leaders usually have the back of their car open with sign up sheets in the back). All participants need to complete the Ride Report Sheet and non-members must sign a non-member waiver at the start of each TCBC ride. There will be maps for the ride (unless it is specified as a mapless ride on the schedule). The ride leader will also give a briefing on the route to the group, and then you’ll be on your way! TCBC rates its rides to help you pick ones that are suitable for your interests and abilities.


If you are a ride leader that would like your group ride listed on this post contact me by sending an email to Mnbiketrailnavigator@gmail.com with the ride details, Facebook event page or website link to more information.
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