Information
About Us:
We are a local bicycle club dedicated to the enjoyment of bicycle riding in the Minneapolis and St. Paul area & beyond.

We meet for bike rides regularly on Tuesday and Thursday evenings and Saturday mornings during the cycling season as scheduled on our calendar. The summer activity season runs from April until October. Would you like to join us? We welcome guests at our rides, meetings and community service projects. Check this website for the latest information on programs and rides.

There is no charge to participate. If under 18, a parent or guardian must sign a release waiver and you must be accompanied by an adult biking partner on all rides. All riders must sign a ride waiver. Minnesota state law requires head and tail lights after dusk. Bring a cell phone for emergencies. Please ride responsibly. Rides do not occur on holidays or during inclement weather.
What We Do:
Looking for the opportunity to meet new people and enjoy the healthy benefits of bicycling. Join us for one of our group rides. We offer a choice of rides for road, recreation, and fitness. All rides are led by an experienced ride leader.

We offer a variety of rides for all ages and abilities as well as numerous other activities for everyone to enjoy. Please click our calendar and activity information page for a complete list. Guests are welcome! We participate in weekly rides, mountain bike rides, camping trips, long distance rides such as 100K Ironman, 100 Mile Century and 300 Mile MSTRAM Rides.

Check the Spokes-N-Folks Facebook page for up to the minute ride updates. All rides are open, for more information email mnspokesnfolks@gmail.com or visit our Facebook page at Spokes-N-Folks.
RELAXED RIDE                                                             
  • Date: Tuesday Ride Schedule
  • Time: Tuesday's, 6:30 PM 
  • Route: A social ride around local trails  (some roads included).
  • Distance: 10-15 miles
  • Avg. Speed: 10-12 mph
  • Terrain: Flat, some hills
  • Est. Time: 1.5 - 2 hours
  • Optional tailgating at the end of Tuesday rides.
ROAD RIDE
  • Date: Thursday Ride Schedule
  • Time: Thursday's, 6:30 PM
  • Route: Swift, paced ride taking similar routes as Tuesday rides but will include more road riding. Fitness and road rider's welcome. 
  • Distance: 15-20 miles
  • Avg. Speed: 13-15 mph
  • Est. Time: 2 hours
MOUNTAIN BIKE RIDE                                                 
  • Date: Seasonal
  • Time: Saturday's, 10:00 AM
  • Route: Elm Creek Park Reserve - Single Track. Trailhead located at County 169  and Hayden Lake Road.
  • Distance: 12.5 miles.  Most riders will do two laps.
  • Avg. Speed: Varies with ability. Riders go at their own pace. Ride leader and sweeper. No drop rule!
  • Terrain: Easy to moderate with varied technical difficulty.
  • Est. Time: 1-1.5 hours per lap
FITNESS RIDE                                                                                              
  • Date: Saturday Ride Schedule
  • Time: Saturday's, 9:00 AM
  • Route: Fast paced, longer distance ride.Take in the scenic suburbs on a road bike. This ride will challenge the serious fitness orientated cyclist while developing speed, endurance, and strength. We will look to build a base early in the season, with ride speeds progressing throughout the season.
  • Distance: 30-40 miles
  • Avg. Speed: 15 + mph
  • Terrain: Flat and hilly, strenuous
  • Est. Time: 2-2.5 hours (depending on route)
Safety:
Teach and practice effective cycling and road etiquette. Promote safe, fun biking for kids. No drop rule applies to all rides

Some Riders Are Members Of:
League of American Bicyclists, Bicycle Alliance of Minnesota, Parks and Trails Council of Minnesota

Support For Local Bicycling:
Support the MSTRAM bicycle ride: Star Tribune Ride Across Minnesota.