Whether you want to survive it or conquer the River Valley 100 there are
many resources for bikers.  Like us on Facebook and you will get latest updates and training ideas.

There are many training plans on line that will help you create a training schedule.  Check out http://www.bicycling.com

Check out your local bike shops for group rides. These are usually free and open to
any riders.

• Locally, Nicollet Bike Shop ( http://www.nicolletbike.com ) has group rides on Tuesday evenings.

• The Flying Penguin ( http://www.flyingpenguinonline.com ) has group rides on Wednesday evenings and Sunday mornings.

• Scheels in Mankato ( http://www.scheels.com/events ) has group rides on Thursday evenings. Contact each of them directly to find out more information.

Since this ride primarily takes place on county roads, if you havenʼt done much road
riding you may want to check out the bicycle safety tips on the Minnesota Department of
Transportation site.
http://www.dot.state.mn.us/sharetheroad

Artwork by Ann Judkins