Bloomington’s Natural Trail Network
A family-friendly mountain bike destination, the Minnesota River Bottoms is a fun place to ride year-round.
Protect Your Gear
Bike locks vary, how to pick the right one for your bicycles safety
An Ounce Of Prevention Can Help Alleviate Problems Down The Road
Quick and easy tips for proper bicycle maintenance to keep your bike in top shape.
Say No To Cabin Fever!
Chasing away the winter blues by visiting a warm weather bike destination.
A Trip Of A Lifetime
Pedaling along the bike lanes in Amsterdam, seeing, smelling and tasting the riches of the city.
Mississippi River Trail (MRT)
Picture yourself riding the MRT through the wilds of Minnesota, pedaling the first leg of America’s famous 3,000 mile bike system.
Explore Waconia And All Its Many Lakeside Attractions
Waconia is a family friendly bike destination a few minutes west of Minneapolis.
Bike The Twin Cities Gateway
Plan and explore the Twin Cities Gateway with more than a hundred miles of trail and fun activities along the way.
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Outdoor Pic of the Day
A fun Tuesday, riding down the Red Jacket Trail in Mankato MN, have rain gear handy
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HFB MN Guide
This handy bike guide offers free maps of fun destinations in Minnesota to explore and also includes hundreds of events to participate in for your Next Bike Adventure.
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HFB IA Guide
This handy bike guide offers free maps of fun destinations in Iowa to explore and also includes hundreds of events to participate in for your Next Bike Adventure.
Latest Posts
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In Bluff Country, experience Lanesboro’s Talking Trail
Along the Root River Trail, take in Lanesboro’s Talking Trail. A self-guided, mobile-accessible audio tour that shares short, place-based stories about the town’s historic architecture, cultural heritage, and more. From the map linked below, bike or hike to the posted stops throughout the city. At each point on the Talking Trail, find a QR code,…
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Tour of Lakeville kicks off its fall art festival with a bike ride
Before the city’s 18th annual art festival, Saturday, September 20, enjoy the trails and bike lanes on the Tour of Lakeville. Registration is free with two routes. Select between the 6 to 8-mile (kid-friendly) ride route or the 18 to 20-mile scenic bike trip on Lakeville’s trails and bike lanes. Then enjoy the Art Festival.
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Added visibility for safety and fun in fall’s limited light
With fall just around the corner and the days are getting shorter, we must consider visibility while staying active amongst the autumn colors. As the leaves change, we need to focus on passive and active visibility. Features like reflectors and bright colors provide passive visibility, while lights and blinkers are excellent examples of active visibility.
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Helpful tips to consider before purchasing an E-bike
E-bikes are a fun and eco-friendly way to travel. They offer a new way to get around and a perfect for commuting or running errands. With the growing popularity of the e-bike, here are some of the top questions to ask when making a purchase:
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Bike to the Minnesota State Fair; it’s less hassle!
It is time to start planning your visit to this year’s Minnesota State Fair and using your bicycle is a comfortable way to get there. If you plan on attending this year’s Great Minnesota Get-together, August 27 through September 7, bicycle parking is still free. Ride your bike from home or do a multi-modal commute…
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No matter the distance, bring plenty of water on your next adventure
Regardless of the length of your outdoor activity or when biking, don’t forget to bring plenty of water (H20). Many adventures assume that because the weather is cool or the time out in the sun is short, they don’t need to bring water. Truth be told, the most significant drain on your energy while outdoors…
