Ride Details
Summer Rides
These rides are intended for MBRC members and their guests. We do not wish to exclude other riders. We are just trying keep the participation at a safe and manageable number for everyone's benefit.
For your own safety: Helmets are mandatory for all riders participating in MBRC rides!
Ride Schedule and Start Location Maps
The following is a general list of times for the rides plus maps showing start locations. If you need more information about these rides call: Flanders Bros. Cycle at 612-872-6994.
Summer Ride Times
| Day | Time | Distance | Pace |
| Saturday1 | 8:00am | 30 or 40 miles | Easy-Moderate |
| Sunday2 | 8:00am | 90 to 95 miles | Moderate |
| Friday3 | 8:00am | 25 to 30 miles | Easy |
These start times and distances apply for most of the spring, summer, and fall cycling season. Start and finish dates depend on the weather.
1. The beginner friendly Saturday Rides starts at the west end of 44th Street where it comes to a "T" with Brookside Ave. You can get to this location from Hwy 100 at either the Excelsior Blvd. or 50th St. / Vernon Ave. exits or by riding west on 44th St. After the ride we gather at Sebastian Joe's at 43rd and Upton Ave. for coffee and pastries.
2. The Sunday Ride starts just off the Midtown Greenway in the parking lot behind Punch Pizza, 3226 West Lake St. Minneapolis.
3. The Friday morning Gentlemen's Ride (ladies also welcome) that leaves from on top of the Bryant Ave S. Bridge where it crosses over the Midtown Greenway.