Chili Ride NEW DATE! October 23, 2011
The 26thth CHILI RIDE will be held in Woodbury on Sunday, October 23rd. Please note the date change!
This annual TCTC fall classic will be co-hosted by Chris and Rachel Gilchrist, Lynn Pagliarini and Ralph Hapness at the Gilchrist's in Woodbury, MN. Plan to meet at 10 a.m. for pre-ride refreshments and leave as a group for the ride at about 10:30 a.m. Route options (will depend somewhat on weather) will include distances from around 28 to 45 miles.
Following the ride we will share a potluck feast featuring chili or soup. Bring your favorite version or try a new one. If chili or soup is not your forte, bring any other culinary delight you want to share (appetizers, bread, salad, and desserts). We have plenty of outlets for crock-pots. We will try to eat around 2:00. Please RSVP by Friday, October 21.
Please R.S.V.P. Call Chris or Rachel Gilchrist (651 731 8714) or e-mail (radman42@comcast.net)
Directions:
*Woodbury is located east of St. Paul at the junction of I-94 and I-494/I-694. Take Valley CR RD exit off I-494 (the second exit south of I-94, about 2 miles).
*Go east of Valley Creek Road for .5 miles.
*Turn right on Queens DR, immediate left on Afton RD, first right on Richal DR (across from church – if you get to a stop sign, you have gone to far!), go 1 block and take a right on Sanel RD, forced left on Leann Dr.
*Look for red house on the right side – 1892 Leann Drive
Past Rides:
Stillwater Ride September 17, 2011
Come join us for a beautiful fall ride through the St. Croix Valley! We will start our ride in Stillwater at the corner of 4th Street & Churchill Street. Here you are can choose from “The Bikery” (904 4th Street South) or “The Chilkoot Café” (826 4th Street South) for your morning espresso & delectable pastries or a complete breakfast!
Aim to be ready to ride by 10am. We will ride through Marine on St. Croix where, if we are so moved, we can stop at the Bikery duNord (anyone need another croissant?) And there are other options here for those wishing to stop. We will continue on to Scandia - home of the Gammelgården Museum for those of you wanting to explore Swedish immigrant heritage - and back to Stillwater for a ride total of about 38 miles.
Upon arriving back in Stillwater, those who are interested can join us for lunch at the delicious Chilkoot Café!
Please RSVP by Thursday, September 15th to Deb Liang & Matt Tillotson by e-mail at debliang@bikerider.com or by phone at 651-642-1617.
Websites:
www.thebikeryshop.com, www.thebikerydunord.com
www.gammelgardenmuseum.org, www.chilkootcc.com
Rally in The Valley Aug 28th
Join Dick and Denise Stardig on Sunday, August 28th for a "Rally in the Valley" to explore our turf in Apple Valley. It'll be about 35 miles and will explore some roads and bike trails in Apple Valley and the surrounding area. We have found the Apple Valley area to offer much in the way of quiet and scenic bicycling opportunities. After the ride we'll get together and enjoy a little taste of France at the Pardon My French Restaurant, Bakery, and Wine Bar. Bring your appetite and save room for dessert because they have a wonderful selection of pastries, tarts, truffles, and creme brulee. For entrees, you'll find great soups and sandwiches, quiches, and the French pizza, tart flambee. Bon appetit!
We'll meet at Hagemeister Park on the east side of Johnny Cake Ridge Road just south of MacAndrews Road at 11 AM. If coming from the north, head south on Cedar Avenue south of 494 and take the zoo exit, County Rd 38 (MacAndrews) east to Johnny Cake Ridge Road and take a right to head south. The park is on your left. There’s a porta-pottie, but no water at the park.
Hope to see you there!
Dick and Denise Stardig
952-236-0731
dick_stardig@hotmail.com
Lake Pepin Ride June 26th, 2011
Bill Mobeck Memorial Ride July 17th, 2011
Along with my Chisago County Parks and Trails friends, I am planning to host a special biking day on Sunday, July 17 in memory of my husband, Bill, who passed away last September.
It will be similar to the LOON rides of old with a light snack before taking off at about 10:00 a.m. for a short, medium or long ride of your choice along lovely rural roads in Chisago County.
Come back to the house for a pot luck lunch and visiting starting at 1:00 pm. Perhaps you have an interesting or funny story about Bill to share with the group. We are also planning a silent auction for some great biking “stuff” and the proceeds will go to the SIT (Swedish Immigrant Trail) fund. We will also have a drawing for reservations at a Lanesboro Bed and Breakfast on the Root River Trail in southern Minnesota.
Join us for what I think will be a fun day of biking, visiting old friends, meeting new people, and remembering Bill.
Please respond to me by Friday evening, July 15 . Bring your bike, appetite and a dish for the table. HAPPY TRAILS!
Mary Mobeck 651-674-4498
DIRECTIONS TO THE HOUSE IN HARRIS:
From the Twin Cities, drive north on I-35 to Exit 152
Go East into Harris, then left at the ball park (Garden Ave.)
Go 1 block, then L on 437th St. Look for the LOON FLAG.
Loons Rally 2011 August 5-7
Our host hotel is “Pine Peaks Lodge and Suites” in Crosslake, MN. Make sure to mention the Twin Cities Tandem Club when you call. Their phone number is 888-488-7829 , website ishttp://www.pinepeakscrosslake.com
Some teams are camping at Crosslake Recreation Area across the street from the lodge. There are not campsites available for this weekend.
For other lodging or camping options check: http://www.explorebrainerdlakes.com
Friday there will be an organized ride starting at 2:30 from the parking lot of Pine Peaks. Distances are 18 or 27 miles. There is not a rest stop spot on this ride. For those arriving later, the maps/cue sheets will be available to do this ride on your own.
Breakfast is available at Pine Peaks on Saturday and Sunday for campers and others not staying at the Lodge for $5 per person.
Saturday’s route is 52 miles with a short cut at 44 miles and options to add to 61 or 74 miles.
Sunday’s route is 53 miles with a short cut at 38 miles and options to add to 63 or 70 miles.
Saturday and Sunday rides will start at 9:30 from the Pine Peaks parking lot. Gather by 9:15 for pre ride info. Both of these days there are options for rest stops and lunch.
We are planning to gather for group dinner on Saturday evening at Pine Peaks Lodge.
Rally registration form can be found in the top left corner of this page!
Fly In Breakfast Ride - Rained Out
On May 21, 2011, we will again host the Fly-In Breakfast Ride. We will leave our house at 1859 Mississippi Street, New Brighton, at 9:00 AM and bike four miles to the Blaine Aviation Days http://bad2011.org/ at the Anoka County Airport for their Fly-In Pancake Breakfast. When people are ready to leave the event we will cycle to the Coon Rapids Dam, cycle back toward New Brighton and do some "mystery shopping", cycle around Long Lake and through Long Lake Park, and end the ride back at our house in New Brighton for a pot luck back yard barbecue.
The total distance will be about 25-30 miles. It will be a scenic and entertaining social event. We will generally ride as a group with "corners and sweeps" as necessary.
Those interested in participating in the ride should contact John and Helen Mattsen by Thursday evening, May 19, 2011 at mattsen2@comcast.net , or 651-631-1131.
Anniversary Ride May 22nd - Rained Out
Meet at Tonka Cycle and Ski new location 16 Shady Oak Rd Hopkins
Meet 11:30 ride 12:00
A Casual 25 miles
Contact Tonyandbean@yahoo.com 612-201-5545
Tony and Beans Anniversary Ride, Sunday May 23. 2010
Meet at Tonka Cycle and Ski, 14731 Excelsior Blvd Mtka at 12:15.Ride will be about 35 miles. Maps provided to ride at your own pace. Reconvene after the ride at the Gold Nugget.
Contact Jean Hurlbert tonyandbean@yahoo.com
Lake Pepin Ride, Sunday June 13th.2010
Meet at the marina at 201 S Franklin in Lake City MN at 8:15 to 8:30
Hosts: Rod and Lori Sebastian lrsebastian@comcast.net 651-646-2086 or 651-328-4641 (Lori's Cell)
Ride is about 70 miles around Lake Pepin. stopping for treats along the way.Showers will be available at the Marina after the ride.
Cumberland WI, Saturday, August 14, 2010
Mike Lindgren and Terri Backes are going to lead a tandem ride out of our lake cabin just north of Cumberland WI on Saturday, August 14th. The base loop will be approximately 35 miles on rolling to moderately hilly terrain with minimal traffic. There are some optional loops to get the ride total from 45 to 65 miles. If you want to make a longer weekend of it, we can also cue up a Friday ice cream ride and/or a Sunday brunch ride for those interested. The Saturday routes do not go thru any towns or past any C-stores, however, we do have some water/bathroom stops or lunch options at rural restaurant/pubs.
We plan on starting at 10 am, however those opting for longer loops may want to leave earlier. We’ll have some post ride snacks and libations available. Bring your swimwear for a refreshing post ride dip in the lake and relax on shore. You’re also welcome to use our showers to clean up before heading home.
The cabin is located north of Cumberland at 2524 County Rd H.
For more info contact us at:mlandtb@usa.com or 701-281-5252 (Yes, that’s in ND)From Aug 7th to Aug 14th only, you can contact us at 701 373-5364. (We are completely off the grid in Cumberland and use that cell only when there.)
Rally in the Valley, Sunday August 29th
Hosts: Dick & Denise Stardig dick_stardig@hotmail.com 952-236-0731
Join Dick and Denise Stardig on Sunday, August 29th for a "Rally in the Valley" to explore our new turf in Apple Valley to where we just moved this spring. It'll be about 35 miles and will explore some roads and bike trails in Apple Valley and the surrounding area. We have found the Apple Valley area to offer much in the way of quiet and scenic bicycling opportunities. After the ride we'll get together and enjoy a little taste of France at the Pardon My French Restaurant, Bakery, and Wine Bar. Bring your appetite and save room for dessert because they have a wonderful selection of pastries, tarts, truffles, and creme brulee. For entrees, you'll find great soups and sandwiches, quiches, and the French pizza, tart flambee. Bon appetit!
We'll meet at Hagemeister Park on the east side of Johnny Cake Ridge Road just south of MacAndrews Road at 11 AM. If coming from the north, head south on Cedar Avenue south of 494 and take the zoo exit, County Rd 38 (MacAndrews) east to Johnny Cake Ridge Road and take a right to head south. The park is on your left.
Hope to see you there!
Dick and Denise Stardig
952-236-0731
POSTPONED Stillwater - Scandia Ramble,
THIS RIDE IS NOW SCHEDULED FOR SEPT. 25TH 2010
Hosts: Leon & Lindy Webster, Matt Tillotson & Deb Liang
Come join us for a beautiful fall ride through the St. Croix Valley! We will start our ride at “The Bikery” in Stillwater at 904 4th Street South (the corner of 4th Street & Churchill Street.) Come early to enjoy espresso & delectable pastries but be ready to ride by 9am.
We will ride through Marine on St. Croix where, if we are lucky, a new branch of The Bikery may be open (anyone need another croissant?) And there are other options here for those wishing to stop. We will continue on to Scandia for our planned stop at the Scandia Café for a nibble (pie anyone?) or a meal, whichever you desire! Then we will return to Stillwater for a ride total of about 38 miles.
Please RSVP by Thursday, September 16th to Deb Liang & Matt Tillotson by e-mail at debliang@bikerider.com or by phone at 651-642-1617.
In Woodbury, MN
Hosts: Rachel & Chris Gilchrist, Lynn Pagliarini & Ralph Hapness
Chili Ride, Sunday, October 3, 2010
Hosts: Chris &Rachel Gilchrist, Lynn Pagliarini &Ralph Hapness
The 25th CHILI RIDE will be held in Woodbury on Sunday, October 3rd. This fall favorite will be co-hosted by Chris and Rachel Gilchrist, Lynn Pagliarini and Ralph Hapness. Plan to meet at 10 a.m. for pre-ride refreshments and leave as a group for the ride at about 10:30 a.m. Route options will include distances from around 28 to 45 miles.
Following the ride we will share a potluck feast featuring chili or soup. Bring your favorite version or try a new one. If chili or soup is not your forte, bring any other culinary delight you want to share (appetizers, bread, salad, and desserts). We have plenty of outlets for crock-pots. We will try to eat around 2:00. Please RSVP by Friday, October 1.
To R.S.V.P. please call (651-731-8714) or e-mail (radman42@comcast.net) Chris and Rachel Gilchrist.
To get to our house, follow these directions:
- Woodbury is located east of St. Paul at the junction of I-94 and I-494/I-694. Take Valley CR RD exit off I-494 (the second exit south of I-94, about 2 miles).
- Go east of Valley Creek Road for .5 miles.
- Turn right on Queens DR, immediate left on Afton RD, first right on Richal DR (across from church – if you get to a stop sign, you have gone to far!), go 1 block and take a right on Sanel RD, forced left on Leann DR.
- Look for red house on the right side – 1892 Leann Drive