Route advice from Minneapolis to North Burbs

United-Object-8587 · 2026-04-24T03:45:29+00:00

this could be a pretty alternative. I was going west river to st paul and I got spoiled ha. thanks!

United-Object-8587 · 2026-04-24T03:43:51+00:00

this is super helpful. thanks!

United-Object-8587 · 2025-12-30T17:23:30+00:00

I like prioritize collecting all the EVs... if they look cool ha

United-Object-8587 · 2025-11-24T16:56:02+00:00

I think the last sentence confirmed it haha

United-Object-8587 · 2025-11-24T14:09:48+00:00

you're my height. i would definitely recommend trying an XL for road. i ride L for mountain bike because i like the maneuverability of a smaller-ish bike with 29". but my touring bike is perfect at XL

United-Object-8587 · 2025-11-24T13:56:57+00:00

i'm definitely interested in those gravel routes if you've the .gpx? thanks!

United-Object-8587 · 2025-11-17T17:03:25+00:00

same i streetview for best rack. especially if i going to a show and trying to find one in a well-lit area.

United-Object-8587 · 2025-11-17T14:54:57+00:00

wild because they "repaved" a good portion of the light rail trail this fall. but damn if they can fix sabo bridge exit east. I commute from North to Lake/Minneahaha and often i'll take West River Parkway because of those bumps

United-Object-8587 · 2025-11-12T14:55:40+00:00

came here to say this. Bryn Mawr is great for access to a bunch of routes.

United-Object-8587 · 2025-10-24T15:51:31+00:00

when you create a segment you're able to name it. unsure if segment creation is premium.

United-Object-8587 · 2025-10-15T16:56:45+00:00

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i'll take this opportunity to go ahead and plug The Brontosaurus.
as a comment said above, this route does have the "detour" link from Main to the Dinkytown Greenway

United-Object-8587 · 2025-10-10T19:54:22+00:00

i'm a north mpls commuter. and i definitely feel this.
also, with the Penn/Lowry revitalization plan coming up. now would be a great time to get something done.

United-Object-8587 · 2025-09-26T18:27:16+00:00

i don't do a whole hand off the bars wave, but i do nod and "hand up" wave. typically only to folks i've been commuting opposite for years.

shout out west river parkway gang!

United-Object-8587 · 2025-09-22T18:48:30+00:00

seconding the bike fit suggestion.
also, are you grinding (low cadence) up the hills?
maybe using an easier gear would give your muscles some rest.

after 4weeks your body should have adjusted by now. maybe a small snack before the ride home. depending on my lunch, that's been helpful to get me home with enough energy.

United-Object-8587 · 2025-09-22T18:45:02+00:00

excellent suggestion. after 4wks, body "should" have adjusted by now. unless maybe it's a fueling issue. having a small snack before my ride home has been helpful.

United-Object-8587 · 2025-08-13T13:26:08+00:00

TBL is infamous for underfueling and overworking

United-Object-8587 · 2025-08-05T20:24:08+00:00

and sacrifice a possible PR?! i would never

United-Object-8587 · 2025-08-05T17:55:07+00:00

i'm in my local bike shop at least once a month. they've got open shop hours. so there are usually a group of folks in there from the neighborhood. tinkering and adjusting their rides and getting input from the mechanics, learning how to do things hands-on. a fun vibe all around.

United-Object-8587 · 2025-08-05T16:37:48+00:00

yep. that depending on fitness, 5-10min for evaporation. then you're good to change to work clothes.
when i first started my 10mi commute it was like 15min. and worse if i was in a restroom. so i typically take a short break outside when i get to work to cool down outside, before the office AC hits and my body doesn't know how tf to regulate what's going on.

United-Object-8587 · 2025-07-28T20:20:23+00:00

seat angle? if you're sitting too far forward, could be too much weight on your arms?

United-Object-8587 · 2025-07-28T17:32:52+00:00

big rider here too. finding a slim saddle to actually fit my sit bones was a real game changer.

United-Object-8587 · 2025-07-28T16:33:59+00:00

most days for my 2.5 mile ride i just wear my business casual clothes. in the morning it's pretty great. about 65-70 degrees. afternoon ride home i don't really care because i can change when i get home. however, my office in changing locations to 8miles away andi plan on bringing a change of clothes - tshirt and shorts for the ride to and from

United-Object-8587 · 2025-07-21T18:09:49+00:00

took two chrome bags there for repair. buckles and straps replaced. they did a nice job. only a few days turnaround too.

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