Join a group bicycle ride with a community of cyclists in Minneapolis. This is a list of active teams and clubs that host rides throughout the season, updated for spring 2025. Schedules change, so check with the organizers to confirm exact details of the ride.
Others have also put together event calendars, including BikeMN and this Google Doc.
Groups tagged "FTW" (Femme, Trans, Women) have at lease one ride or activity advertised as such. They might have other open rides, check with the group for details.
Biking with Baddies
Social
FTW
Family
Members Only
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"Our mission is to empower women in cycling, harnessing the strength of nature and the bonds of community to pave the way for change. We believe that by embracing the beauty of diversity we can achieve unity on open road. Our wheels turn not only to conquer miles, but also to break down barriers."
"Grease Rag encourages and empowers FTW (Femme/Trans/Women, Non-binary, Two-spirit) cyclists in a collaborative and fun learning environment through rides, discussions, shop nights and educational seminars in a safer space."
Events for 2025 have started to appear on their Instagram.
Midwest Dirt Legion
Mountain Biking
FTW
Training
"MIDWEST DIRT LEGION STRIVES TO CREATE AUTHENTIC AND INCLUSIVE SPACES FOR CISGENDER WOMEN, TRANSGENDER, NON-BINARY AND GENDER NON-CONFORMING FOLKS IN THE CYCLING COMMUNITY. Since February of 2018, founders Ash Murray (they/them) and Steph Aich (she/her) have been coaching mountain bike skills sessions, hosting group rides, and educating folks on gender inclusive language. The MWDL crew continues to thrive through partnerships, community support and the ambassador program."
See their website for group rides, skills clinics, and more.
Stamina Racing Collective
FTW
Training
Members Only
"Stamina Racing Collective is a FTW (femme/trans/women) cycling team based in Minneapolis, MN that is working to diversify the sport of cycling through mentorship, improved accessibility, and community development."
Stamina Racing has previously partnered with driftless gravel camp in the spring to encourage and equip FTWNB riders to pursue gravel adventures.
Stรถke MTB
Mountain Biking
Training
FTW
"Stรถke MTB empowers you to discover the joy of mountain biking in a fun, safe, and inclusive environment. Learn fundamental skills and level up your riding under the guidance of certified and insured instructors."
Paid skills clinics for all levels of mountain bikers.
Team Recess
Members Only
FTW
"The Team Recess approach to racing and riding bikes is supportive, well-stocked with snacks, and fun. We love inviting our friends to play bikes. Recess is the time of dayโno matter where you are in lifeโwhen you join with folx outside of boundaries set for you by work, school, and other obligations to play and work together andโof courseโget the endorphins and the thrill going!"
Team Recess is a small FTWNB cycling team based in Minneapolis. We are dedicated to supporting FTWNB cyclists in all disciplines.
Unruly Women
FTW
Social
Mountain Biking
Training
MTWThFSaSu
"My dream for Unruly Women is to create an inclusive and accessible community that empowers all female identifying and femme-leaning non-binary persons to reclaim their voice by unearthing their inner wild, outdoors."
2025 Group Rides will generally be WEDNESDAYS this year at various single track locations, with the occasional trail work day at Theodore Wirth Single Track with MORC instead of group ride.
Utepils Cycling
Social
Mountain Biking
Training
FTW
MTWThFSaSu
"Beers. Bikes. Community. That's the goal of Utepils Cycling Friends. Utepils Brewery is steps from over 15 miles of mountain bike trails and hundreds of miles of trails and routes for road cycling. We aim to create a place where cyclists can increase their skill and get out cycling in a relaxing and fun atmosphere."
Sunday Morning Rides: Four pace groups, either Mountain or Road Biking. All riders meet up at Utepils Brewery afterward.
FTW Wednesday Ride: Organized in the same facebook group.
West River Racing Club
Training
Members Only
Social
FTW
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"West River Racing is Minnesota's largest USAC-affiliated adult bike racing club with more than 70 members. Founded in 2008 as Birchwood Bike and Racing Team, we are a Minneapolis / St. Paul based passionate group of cycling enthusiasts who enjoy all forms of group bike riding. Our journey, spanning over a decade, reflects our unwavering commitment to the joy of cycling."
Typically 2 hours of riding at 15MPH average pace with a coffee stop. The sunday ride is open to all, and other weekly rides require a membership.