Bike Commuting New York

Joy Ride to Valentino Pier - Welcome Back Janet!

Ride leader Janet Joy Wilson will be back in NYC in October! Let’s have a Brompton "Joy Ride" from Lower Manhattan to Valentino Pier in Red Hook to enjoy the night sky and reconnect with much-missed Janet! This is a 11-mile social ride at a slow pace, **for Brompton bicycles only**. **DETAILS** We’ll meet at the base of the Christopher Street Pier on the Hudson Greenway. We’ll depart at approximately 6:20PM after 20 minutes of socializing. At the meeting point there are restrooms for us to use. The route is on a paved, comfortable bike path, with little traffic. We'll cross the Brooklyn Bridge to Brooklyn and cruise along the waterfront towards our goal, enjoying spectacular views of the tip of Manhattan. At Valentino Pier, we will have a break to have some of Steve's Key Lime Pies - a New York classic and very fun. We'll hang out to socialize a bit before we go on the second, shorter part of the ride. This will lead us to into DUMBO, Brooklyn. We will have a small After Party with Janet on our rooftop terrace with the wonderful views off the Manhattan skyline to round off the glorious evening. **RIDE LEVEL:** Chill / Relaxed Pace: 16 kmh / 10 mph Distance: 11-12 miles Everyone is welcome, no one will be left behind. **WHAT TO BRING** * Since we will be riding back in the dark, lights are required * Please ensure your tires are inflated and your bike is in good working order * Spare inner tube in case of flats - everyone should bring this **PLEASE MAINTAIN YOUR RSVP!** If you can’t attend, please update your RSVP so someone from the waiting list can have your spot. Riders with a history of “no shows” may be removed from the ride in favor of others on the waiting list. **Happy Riding!** \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* Our Community Rules: 1. Be kind. Welcome and encourage other riders. Insults, shaming, and hate will be removed, and offenders will be banned. 2. Your safety is your responsibility. Helmets are required. Lights are required if riding in darkness. It is each rider’s responsibility to ensure their bike is clean, well-maintained, and fully functional. 3. All bikes are welcome. Occasional Brompton-only events will be clearly labeled. Contact your local Brompton dealer if you'd like to borrow a Brompton for an event (participation may vary). 4. If your plans change, please update your RSVP. BY ATTENDING this event you ACKNOWLEDGE and ACCEPT the following: 1. I ACKNOWLEDGE, agree, and represent that I understand the nature of bicycling activities and that I am qualified, in good health, and in proper physical condition to participate in such activity. I further acknowledge that the ride-out will be conducted over public pavements and facilities open to the public, and upon which the hazards of traveling are to be expected. I further agree and warrant that if, at any time, I believe conditions to be unsafe, I will immediately discontinue further participation. 2. I FULLY UNDERSTAND that (a) BICYCLING ACTIVITIES INVOLVE RISKS AND DANGERS OF SERIOUS BODILY INJURY, INCLUDING PERMANENT DISABILITY, PARALYSIS AND DEATH ("Risks"); (b) these Risks and dangers may be caused by my own actions or inactions, the actions or inactions of others participating in the ride-out, the conditions in which the ride-out takes place, or the negligence of others; (c) there may be OTHER RISKS AND SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC LOSSES either not known to me or not readily foreseeable at this time; and I FULLY ACCEPT AND ASSUME ALL SUCH RISKS AND ALL RESPONSIBILITY FOR LOSSES, COSTS, AND DAMAGES I may incur as a result of my participation; (d) I acknowledge that Brompton Bicycle, event organizers, ride leaders, and volunteers will not be liable for any accidents or damages through this ride-out. 3. PHOTO RELEASE: I CONSENT to my voice, name, and/or likeness being used, without compensation, in any and all media, whether now known or hereafter devised, for eternity, and release Brompton Bicycle, its successors, assigns and licensees from any liability whatsoever of any nature. DO NOT REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT IF YOU DO NOT WISH TO BE SUBJECT TO THE FOREGOING.

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Biking Fall Colors Jim Thorpe/Lehigh River - ByoB or Rent, 20-30miles

Biking to the Montauk Lighthouse and overnight stay - 25 to 145 mile options

Our annual Montauk bike trip is on. We are going to bike the length of Long Island from Queensboro Plaza to the Montauk lighthouse in one day. A super fun 145 miles. We will bike along the south shore of Long Island stopping for coffee, brunch and beer along the way. This year we will have a few options for those not wanting to ride the entire length. We have the an 80 mile, 60 miles and 25 mile options. We will have two spots to meet for the rides in the city. If you are doing the 145 miles some people will meet at 4:30am in Long Island City or at Grand Army Plaza. **Meeting points and time for each ride length** **145 miles** 04h30 at Grand Army Plaza in Brooklyn or Queensboro Plaza at LIC Map of the 145 mile option: https://maps.app.goo.gl/EddLsiNkyZinE5v78 **80 miles** LIRR from Grand Central that leaves at 07h39 and arrives in Patchogue at 09h17. For Woodside, Penn Station, etc check the MTA website for the departure schedule at those stations. Map of the ride: https://maps.app.goo.gl/tyekzifVgFE3r2Q39 **60 miles** Meet at Westhampton at 12h30. There is a 09h53 train from Grand Central that arrives in Westhampton at noon. We will arrive around 12h30 by bike. You can either wait at one of the delis or hang out at the beach until we arrive. Map of the 60 mile ride https://maps.app.goo.gl/CKs6JCo8emRXAL7x7 **25 miles** Meet at Bridgehampton Wölffer Estate Wine Stand at 15h00. Take the 12h05 train from Grand Central (check MTA schedule for other stations) and arrive in Bridgehampton at 14h46. Ride to Wölffer Estate Wine Stand. Average pace will be **13mph** but we might not stick together as people will be going at different paces over the 140 miles and some people might get tired and end up taking the train to Montauk if it gets too late. We will stay overnight In Montauk. You can arrange your own accommodations or share a room with the group. I will most likely book a few rooms. I will collect the money for the hotel end of September. I will post a WhatsApp chat for the group the week of this trip. **The Plan** Saturday: 04h30 Leave from Queensboro Plaza in LIC or Grand Army Plaza in Brooklyn 09h30 Arrive at Toast Coffee and Kitchen in Patchogue 10h30 Leave Toast Coffee and Kitchen 12h30 Arrive in Westhampton 15h00 Arrive at Wolfer Estate Wine Stand in Bridgehampton 16h00 Leave Wölffer Estate Wine Stand at the Mountauk Lighthouse 18h00 Arrive at the Montauk Lighthouse 18h30 Leave Lighthouse 19h00 Arrive at the hotel 20h30 Dinner 22h00 Pub hangout and dance party Sunday: 12h00 Take LiRR back from Montauk to the city **The route** Here is the link to the route on Strava: https://www.strava.com/routes/2968652085855489014 **Accomodations** I will book accommodations closer to the date. We will stay at a motel in Montauk. Haven't picked one yet. I estimate to be about $100 to share a spot but it depends on the hotel rates in Montauk when I book the room. Again you can book your own if you want.

Bike with Samara Community School students at Van Cortlandt Park!

Brooklyn Greenway: Reverse Greenpoint to Coney Island - 21 miles

* Best of Brooklyn waterfront views * Fast, steady paced 21 miles * Walk along the Brooklyn Greenway from Greenpoint to Coney Island https://www.brooklyngreenway.org/the-greenway/greenway-map/ **MEET:** **9:30am** Vernon Boulevard-Jackson Avenue Station 7 train stop. We will meet upstairs in front of Starbucks. We will start on time! **WALK**: Faster pace, 21 miles, approx 8-9 hours. This walk will follow the Brooklyn Greenway from Greenpoint to Coney Island: * walk over Pulaski Predestrian bridge * some stairs into Greenpoint for our first restroom stop. * continue along river: Domino Park Park, Brooklyn Bridge Park * Red Hook (late Lunch Break at former Fairway) * Industry City and Bay Ridge. * We will walk along Brooklyn Greenway bike pathway shore road view beautiful sunset passing the Verrazano Bridge to our finish in Coney Island. Plenty of dropout points. **FINISH:** The walk finishes in Coney Island. Coney Island subway station: D, F, N, Q trains. Option: beverage or food in Coney Island after the walk. Bring snacks, lunch, and plenty of water. **Take the Great Saunter Fall Challenge. [Register here](https://shorewalkers.org/join-a-saunter/) to walk 32 miles over 16 days, starting Oct. 3. Help Shorewalkers support our parks by donating $10 to participate, with all fees going to [Riverside Park Conservancy](https://riversideparknyc.org/). This walk will count for [21] miles of your total.** Hike leaders: Sigrid Stropnik (text with your name: 404-991-8229) Maureen Barodin (718-954-1581)

REVERSE Saunter Stretch Series - Stretch #3 (Day 1)

Over three consecutive days, Tuesday through Thursday, we'll walk the iconic 32-mile Great Saunter route in reverse (counterclockwise), circumnavigating Manhattan Island up the East Side and down the West Side The series begins on Tuesday with Stretch #3 of the regular Great Saunter route, approximately 11 miles and about 5 hours at a moderate pace. The next walk in the series will take place on Wednesday, October 14. On Tuesday, we'll begin at the Staten Island Ferry Terminal and walk up the East Side to East 125th Street. Join us for all or part of the walk; there will be multiple drop-out points along the route. Meet at 10:00 a.m. on the second floor of the Staten Island Ferry Terminal, outside the restrooms, for a prompt 10:15 a.m. departure. Please use the restrooms before 10:15 a.m. We will follow the East River as closely as possible, enjoying waterfront parkland in Lower Manhattan, including Pier 42 Park, which was recently connected to John V. Lindsay East River Park. Several detours will be necessary due to ongoing work associated with the East Side Coastal Resiliency Project. Our lunch break will be in Andrew Haswell Greenpark on the East Midtown Greenway. There will be several restrooms available along the way. The walk ends at the Harlem-125th Street Metro-North train station (125 Street & Park Avenue), one block East of the 125 Street subway stop of the 4/5/6 trains. Bring: water, sunscreen, a hat, snacks and lunch. Leaders: Brigitte, 646-651-3911; Laura, 917-658-6779, on day of walk only. **Take the Great Saunter Fall Challenge. [Register here](https://shorewalkers.org/join-a-saunter/) to walk 32 miles over 16 days, starting Oct. 3. Help Shorewalkers support our parks by donating $10 to participate, with all fees going to [Riverside Park Conservancy](https://riversideparknyc.org/). This walk will count for 11 miles of your total.**

Reverse Saunter — 34 miles

**Take the Great Saunter Fall Challenge! [Register here](https://shorewalkers.org/join-a-saunter/) to walk 32 miles over 16 days, starting October 3rd. Help Shorewalkers support our parks by donating $10 to participate, with all fees going to the [Riverside Park Conservancy](https://riversideparknyc.org/). This walk will count for *all* of your total miles!** Enjoy a fun & challenging walk along the epic Great Saunter course *in reverse* from East Side ➔ West Side. This walk is offered as part of the **[Great Saunter Fall Challenge](https://shorewalkers.org/great-saunter-fall-challenge/)**. **Meet** 7 am inside Whitehall (Staten Island Ferry) Terminal (2nd level, by the toilets). We start walking @ 7:15. *Check for transit service changes before leaving home!* **Late arrivals** contact a leader; get to a location ahead of the group; tell us where to find you. **End** Whitehall (Staten Island Ferry) Terminal. Congratulations! Eat & drink with us afterwards to celebrate! **Route & Pace**: Starting at Whitehall (Staten Island Ferry) Terminal, we walk north along the east side of Manhattan, enjoy a short break in Inwood Hill Park, then continue south along the west side back to South Ferry. 34 miles at a fast pace (3.5 mph); about 12 hours including toilet & rest stops. **Note** unlike the Great Saunter — an individual challenge you walk at your own pace — we will walk the Reverse Saunter together at a brisk pace. **Map** use the [Great Saunter Digital Map](https://map.shorewalkers.org/) on your mobile device. Grant permission to monitor your location along the route. Use Strava or AllTrails to record your epic adventure. *We will deviate from the May Saunter route at several points.* **Rain date** If heavy rain is forecast, we’ll postpone one week to October 17. **Bring** drinks, hydration salts, snacks, hat, sunscreen, portable charger, and clothing layers to adjust to the day's changing temperatures. Pack sunglasses: *the sun will be in our faces for much of the day due to the reverse course*. **Snacks & Hydration** water fountains are scarce — especially on the East Side. Places to buy drinks & snacks are scarce — especially after Inwood Hill Park. Plan accordingly to prevent dehydration, electrolyte imbalance, etc. *Alert a leader before your supplies run low*. **Toilet Stops** Whitehall Terminal (before walk), St. Vartan Park (E 35th St), Carl Schurz Park (E 84th St), Frederick Johnson Playground (W 150th St), Inwood Hill Park, 72nd St., Pier 84 (44th St), Chelsea Piers, Whitehall Terminal (after walk). *Alert a leader if you need an unscheduled toilet stop*. **Drop-out points** all along the route in case you tire or are unable to keep up with the main group. *Alert a leader if you decide to drop out*. **Preparation, Health, and Safety**: Attempt this walk only after completing the appropriate fitness training in the weeks before the walk. Not suitable for slow walkers. Stay ahead of the sweep. Watch for bikes in both directions. No dogs. Pack a care kit if you're prone to blisters. *Alert a leader if you need to stop to care for your feet or attend to another health concern*. **Achtung** *change your RSVP promptly if you cannot attend*. Habitual late-cancelers & no-shows will be purged from the going list. Look the part by getting your **[Great Saunter Fall Challenge merch](https://bigfroguws.chipply.com/ShorewalkersNY/store.aspx?eid=364394&acid=1777491)** at our store. *Fall Challenge participants*: remember to print your bib with any number you like. **Leader** Dan D [msg on Meetup] **Co-host** Sheila Chung Many thanks to our Aug 29 & Sept 5 advanced scouting volunteers! Event guests must sign Shorewalkers' [Waiver and Release](https://app.waiversign.com/e/659a09c1b851170012c1225c/doc/659a0cdf15c42c0012f2cdc3?eventName=Shorewalker%20Walks%202025) to participate.

Bridge Practice (Intermediate)

Bridges can be intimidating for new skaters. The object of this event is for newer skaters to experience skating on bridges. **Note:** **You absolutely positively must know how to brake comfortably in order to attend this event, or you could get badly injured on the steep downhill.** We will start at New York City Hall in Manhattan, which is right before the Brooklyn Bridge, cross the Brooklyn Bridge into Brooklyn, then skate over to the Manhattan Bridge and cross the Manhattan Bridge back into Manhattan. From there, we'll go up to the Williamsburg Bridge and take that back into Brooklyn, then go across Pulaski Bridge and take the 59th Street Bridge back into Manhattan. The skate officially ends there, but others may continue to skate together The challenges that bridges present are as follows: 1\. steep downhill once you get past the middle\. 2\. steep uphill until you get to the middle\. 3\. narrow lanes with bikers trying to pass you\. 4\. possible construction 5\. curves With all that, you might ask: why would anyone want to attend such an event? Well, practicing bridges is good practice for... more bridges.

17 Years on Wheels, 20 years at Google: Subways, Wheelchairs and Maps

This event will be online on [YouTube](https://youtu.be/D31AFpfMLp8) and in-person (New York City). **The speaker and livestream start at 7:30 pm ET**. In-person attendees may arrive as early as 7 pm ET. If arriving late, please leave a comment on this page and someone will come down ASAP. **Description** In 2009, a dramatic accident in Central Park profoundly altered my life trajectory, instantly becoming 1 in 4 people worldwide living with significant disabilities. Ever since, I've navigated the world in a wheelchair, relearning what it means to be a New York father, Google Maps engineer, and athlete. Despite the challenges, though, I've more frequently found gratitude, purpose, and even joy in the vast, strong community of people with disabilities. Gratitude for all we've accomplished in the last half-century, and both purpose and joy in working with disabled folk and allies to extend those gains. In the physical world, fighting and winning a subway accessibility lawsuit, and online, adding disability-aware data and features to Google Maps so people of all abilities can "know before we go" if a place and route are a good choice. **Presenter bio** [Sasha Blair-Goldensohn](www.linkedin.com/in/sasha-blair-goldensohn-429a5125b) leads Google Maps accessibility and disability innovation projects, helping people worldwide find accessible places and routes. He is also a disability rights activist with the Elevator Action Group for New York City subway accessibility, and has appeared in The New York Times, NPR, PBS, Vital City, Vice News, New Mobility, and West Side Rag. **Accessibility** The presentation will have human captions [CC], not automatic captions. For ASL preferred speakers, learn about the [Aira ASL App](https://aira.io/aira-asl-app/), and download it before the event. For the Blind and Low Vision community, learn about the [Aira Explorer App](https://aira.io/aira-explorer-app/) and download it before the event. To access the online webinar for audio description, use the A11yNYC Access Offer to call, or simply inform your Visual Interpreter that you'd like that offer applied when you connect. For additional accessibility requirements, please email meryl@equalentry.com **two weeks** **before** the event. **Livestream** View on [YouTube](https://youtu.be/D31AFpfMLp8) Provided by Internet Society Accessibility SIG. **Location details** The event is at 72 Spring Street on the 4th floor. Everyone must be accompanied to the event on the 4th floor. Because everyone needs to be escorted, please arrive early or on time. When you enter the ground floor, a representative from A11yNYC will be there to provide elevator access. **Transit** The building 72 Spring Street is near several transit stops: 6 train * Spring Street (non-accessible stop): 100 feet * Canal Street (accessible stop): 0.4 miles B/D/F/M trains * Broadway-Lafayette Street (accessible stop), 0.2 miles N/Q/R/W trains * Prince Street (non-accessible stop): 0.2 miles * Canal Street (accessible stop): 0.3 miles M1 / M55 Bus lines * Broadway/Spring Street stop: 500 feet Cabs and rideshares can let passengers out right near the building entrance. **Finding the building** In Google Maps, find 72 Spring Street. It shows the correct location of the entrance: on Spring Street, halfway between Crosby and Lafayette. It’s also between the Glossier store and the Krewe Eyewear store. Inside and over the reception desk in our building 72 Spring St, it says “Marc Jacobs.” **Traveling to the event?** We recommend [Hotel on Rivington](https://www.hotelonrivington.com/) or [Crosby Street Hotel](https://www.firmdalehotels.com/hotels/crosby-street-hotel). **Accreditation** All A11yNYC meetups are pre-approved for IAAP Continuing Accessibility Education Credits (CAEC). **Sponsors** Thanks to [Aira](https://aira.io/), [AKQA](https://www.akqa.com/), [Deque](https://www.deque.com/), [Evinced](https://www.evinced.com/), and [Equal Entry](https://equalentry.com/) for sponsoring. Want to be a sponsor? Contact meryl@equalentry.com

Hike Garrison, Anthony's Nose to Manitou

We'll hike from Garrison station to Manitou station through wooded forest, with views of the Hudson River from Anthony's Nose. You should be in GOOD AEROBIC CONDITION for this hike, it's around 11.5 - 12 MILES. There won't be any crazy rock climbs, but a good opportunity to log some miles without the crowds. There's lots of trains back to the city if you have plans for Saturday evening. Feel free to bring friends who aren't in the group. **TRAIN FROM NYC:** We'll meet at the clock/information booth in the center of Grand Central at 8:30am. Buy your roundtrip ticket to Garrison (both Manitou & Garrison are in fare zone 7). We'll take the 8:56am Metro North train arriving at Garrison 10:12am. Return trains from Manitou are at 3:13, 3:32, 4:29 and 5:17pm. **DRIVERS:** This hike STARTS and ENDS at different places. It starts at the Garrison train station at 10:12am Here's the Google pin [https://maps.app.goo.gl/ncyHUnUH25LKfFbA9](https://maps.app.goo.gl/ncyHUnUH25LKfFbA9) It ends near the at Anthony's Nose Trailhead [https://maps.app.goo.gl/2rKAKunaFw9hDE2V9](https://maps.app.goo.gl/2rKAKunaFw9hDE2V9) We can discuss in the comments in Meetup app how to get you back to your cars at the end of the day. **FOOD:** There are NO restaurants or stores at either train stations, so bring plenty of water and a hearty lunch and a snack for the train ride back. **GEAR:** Hiking boots or trail runners, warm layers and a rain shell are suggested. Bug spray is good to keep ticks away. **MAP:** Here's an AllTrails map of our route: [https://www.alltrails.com/explore/custom-routes/custom-route-1015374?u=i&sh=y5kkrh](https://www.alltrails.com/explore/custom-routes/custom-route-1015374?u=i&sh=y5kkrh) AllTrails is a great app and can help you from getting lost. Highly recommended. I posted a pic of the map in the photos too. Here's my AllTrails profile. If you follow me it's easier to find the maps [https://www.alltrails.com/members/william-wilson-16](https://www.alltrails.com/members/william-wilson-16) Any questions contact me, Bill Wilson

Reverse Quarter-Saunter 4-3-2-1 Countdown 1️⃣ 96th/Broadway to 55 Water Street

**What’s [arguably] better than walking the Great Saunter 32-miles in one day? Doing it over four days! Today October 16 we finish our 4-3-2-1 countdown walking from 96th Street to 55 Water Street, the \*first\* quarter of the iconic [May] Great Saunter course, which we're doing in reverse, i.e., counter-clockwise.** **One/October 16** On or fourth and final day, we'll finish the 32-mile loop! We’ll walk 8 miles at a moderate pace from 96th Street down the Hudson to 55 Water Street, where the Great Saunter begins. **Meeting Place/Time:** Meet Friday, October 16 at 9:00 a.m., at the 96th Street 1/2/3 subway exit, north side. We will use the restrooms in the Dinosaur Playground near the start of the walk. No lunch but we'll have a brief snack stop in Hudson River Park, roughly midway. The walk will end at 55 Wall Street, and you invited to join in a celebratory toast at **Fraunces Tavern,** across the street. **Bring:** Water, snacks, hat, sunglasses and sunscreen. We will walk rain or shine. **Return:** Closest subways to 55 Wall Street and Fraunces Tavern are the No. 1/South Ferry and the N/W/R Whitehall-South Ferry. Drop-out points along the way. **Come join us for all or any of the 8-mile Reverse-Saunter Quarters! The Countdown continues:** * **[FOUR!](https://www.meetup.com/shorewalkers-members-only/events/316297271/edit/)**[ October 5, Fraunces to Carl Schurz.](https://www.meetup.com/shorewalkers-members-only/events/316297271/edit/) * **[THREE!](https://www.meetup.com/shorewalkers-members-only/events/316297952/?eventOrigin=group_events_list)**[ October 9. Carl Schurz Park to 207th Street in Inwood.](https://www.meetup.com/shorewalkers-members-only/events/316297952/?eventOrigin=group_events_list) * **[TWO!](https://www.meetup.com/shorewalkers-members-only/events/316299407/?eventOrigin=group_events_list)**[ October 12. Inwood Hill Park to West 96th/Riverside.](https://www.meetup.com/shorewalkers-members-only/events/316299407/?eventOrigin=group_events_list) * **[ONE!](https://www.meetup.com/shorewalkers-members-only/events/316299102/?eventOrigin=group_events_list)**[ October 16. West 96th to 55 Water Street.](https://www.meetup.com/shorewalkers-members-only/events/316299102/?eventOrigin=group_events_list)[Celebratory bevs at Fraunces Tavern to follow!] **Contact (day of walk only):** Christine 646-491-0764 Maureen 718-954-1581 (Oct 9 and 16) **Take the Great Saunter Fall Challenge. [Register here](https://shorewalkers.org/join-a-saunter/) to walk 32 miles over 16 days, starting Oct. 3. Help Shorewalkers support our parks by donating $10 to participate, with all fees going to [Riverside Park Conservancy](https://riversideparknyc.org/). This walk will count for 8 miles of your total.**