r/CyclingMSP

It looks like the Van White Memorial Blvd is getting repaved this July. This road is predominantly for car-users or the brave bicyclist souls (probably the same folks as the 200 or 10 bicyclists that bike on Lyndale Ave as is, iykyk).

I bike from Uptown to North a lot and it's unfortunate that the path along Van White Memorial Blvd is so messed up. We're talking chunks of missing asphalt - the kind of stuff that risks you losing teeth.

There is a Northside Greenway project that's currently in design and won't be completed until 2028 that would help bicyclists, but we're still a long way from the end.

My question is for the Southside-Northside commuters, are y'all still braving Van White's path as is or doing the additional mileage via the roundabout way of riding N/S via Theodore Wirth or West River trail then cutting over? Second question, any idea how we can get the city to repave the path adjacent to the Van White Memorial Blvd road too?

Did you know that the city has a Pavement Condition Data Collection program where they put vans on the streets to capture data on pavement quality? Any idea how we can get something similar for the bike facilities? I started adding the condition tag to "intolerable" in OSM on trails in the metro that I know are quite rough after very recent rides, and then I went down a research rabbit hole on trails quality.

Right at the Loring Greenway entrance. That didn't feel great, but at least we have $29 million for a single intersection out in New London instead of potholes where the vast majority of residents, commuters, and visitors are going.

Hey friends, wanted to give you a quick update. I posted here about a stolen Surly Trucker on Tuesday. I really appreciate all the support and offers of assistance everyone here made, it meant a lot! I was able to source another Trucker in my size, the folks at Tangletown Bike Shop went way above and beyond to help me out and got me rolling again on 24 hrs notice. Seriously can't say how great they were, show them some love if you have the chance. I set out this morning northbound towards Duluth to begin the lake Superior circle, I'm in Pine City tonight. So grateful to be able to carry on with the tour, I plan to make it back to the Twin Cities by the end of the month before the Amtrak home. Thanks again for the love ❤️

Got a letter today from StP Public Works that they're adding an uphill/westbound bike lane between 35E to Dale in Sept or Oct! I would still love a non-sidewalk alternative to descending but I'll take what we can get.

I have no idea what he was yelling post-boop and I have no interest in finding out.

And Inb4 someone says it, I know I'm riding far from the curb, the entire point of where I was riding is to force this guy to not pass me. It obviously didn't work, but normally it does, and it still forced him to get pretty far over to punishment pass me, so it is what it is.

Good morning bike friends, I'm currently passing through the twin cities on a tour which started in Chicago and was intended to take me up around Lake Superior. Sadly my bike was taken from a bike rack at Hennepin and 3rd St yesterday afternoon. I've included a picture and a brief description below, hoping y'all can crosspost or refer me to any local message boards for folks to keep an eye out for it. I know chances or recovery are very slim.

2022 Surly Disc Trucker, 56cm, Black. Marathon Mondial tires. Brooks C17 saddle. Hand built rear wheel with HED Belgium G rim. Black REI top tube bag. Black Bontrager saddle bag. Tubus rear rack. Black bar tape (just installed). Four bottle cages. Stickers on the seat tube read "Wheel and Sprocket" and "Recyclery."

Most of my gear was not with the bike when it was taken and I'm still considering how to proceed. I've put my life on hold for the next month for this trip so I'm still hoping to find a way forward. Obviously feeling pretty shattered, this was the bike that carried me across the country a couple years ago. Appreciate any resources or condolences you can offer. Thanks MSP ❤️

Update 4pm: Thanks everyone for the support and generous offers of assistance, it all meant a lot to me on a very tough day!

I connected with the folks at Tangletown Bikes about a new disc trucker and they're gonna put a rush on and have it ready to go tomorrow. Huge shout out to Mike and everyone there for being so kind and accommodating! I'll be able to replace the rest of my gear and get rolling towards Deluth on Thursday. I'm fortunate enough to have the resources to do this refit and it makes the most sense to me to stick with a trucker cause it's what I know. The whole experience has made me realize that the stuff I lost is all replaceable but the time I've set aside to be on tour is priceless. I'm so incredibly relieved to be able to carry on!

If everything goes to plan, I'll be back in your fair cities by the end of the month, thanks again for your kind words ❤️

I bought this about 2 years ago for a bike repair for my Level 2nd gen and never ended up needing it. Then I forgot to return it. It’s in the box and never been used. I’d rather not throw it away. While it says it’s a Pace 500 controller my understanding is that it will work with many Aventon models although you should confirm that for yourself!

I’ll happily mail it if you pay for the costs of shipping. DM me if you’re interested!

Medicine Lake Regional Trail bridge from Maple Grove suburbia to Elm Creek park. High levels of power usage when it's hot like this and you can actually feel the tingling in your hands as you ride across. Very strange experience. Anyone else felt it?

I’m looking for some older Campagnolo parts for my bike. Basically, it’s Record right gear-shifter lever from the 10 speed era (part # EC-RE328). It’s very likely that eBay may be my only option but before I overpay for it online, I wonder if anyone knows a good local shop that deals with Campy. I’ve tried Flanders, One on One, ACF but without success. Let me know if you have any advice. Thanks.