Bike Rides New York

Bromptoberfest 2026

**Update 08.26.26:** We have shifted the ride's start time to 12:00pm in order accommodate space requirements at the restaurant for our now VERY large group 🤩 of over 100 RSVPs. Please review the itinerary below. **12:00pm** ⚠️ **Prompt departure** (we recommend arriving 15 minutes early)⚠️ **2:00pm** **Arrival at Max Bratwurst und Bier**. Here, you can safely store your bike and enjoy a festive atmosphere with delicious German food and drinks. Plus, we have games to play for prizes! This year’s route explores Queens neighborhoods and parks. Bike lanes most of the way with very little elevation. It’s beginner friendly so invite a friend to join you! Route link: [https://ridewithgps.com/routes/56571976](https://ridewithgps.com/routes/56571976) Join this long running tradition to enjoy an afternoon of cycling and socializing - our favorite way to celebrate a great summer of riding in NYC! **T Shirts:** If you pre-ordered a t-shirt (deadline was August 15) it will be available to collect at Max Bratwurst at the end of the ride - not the morning of the event as originally stated. **Special package deal for $30, paid to restaurant:** * 0.5L Beer and Brat Special or Vegetarian Options * Entry to the Mug Holding Contest * Entry to the Fastest Fold Contest For those that do not want to locked into the package deal you can simply order what you like at Max's. The menu has a variety of delicious food to suit any palate and dietary restrictions. **Safety** Helmets are required! Lights are highly recommended. Do not ride if intoxicated. There are train stations nearby as well as easy access to taxis and ride shares. This event will happen rain or shine and will be postponed in the event of severe weather. Please respect each other and observe your surroundings. Ride safe. An RSVP is a commitment to attend. If you cannot attend, you must cancel your RSVP! This is essential as the restaurant will arrange food and staffing to accommodate our group. Also not fair to those who are on a waitlist that want to partake. 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.

Autumn At Greenbrook Sanctuary: Naturalist Tour and Scenic Palisades Hike

Tour de Bronx bike ride

Inaugural Ride Queens Boro Bike Tour

[https://www.queensbp.nyc.gov/ridequeens/](https://www.queensbp.nyc.gov/ridequeens/) On Sunday, Sept. 20 at 10am, the Queens Boro President, NYC Parks & Transportation Alternatives is hosting an inaugural “Ride Queens” Bike Tour, a free community cycling event open to the general public, held rain or shine, that will take thousands of riders across Queens. The start & finish is at the Flushing Meadows Corona Park in Queens with a post-ride festival. **Part 1: Bike Ride (the main part of the event)** There are two different bicycle routes offered: 12-mile and 25-mile loops. We will ride the 25-mile loop though Northern and Eastern Queens. Please Note: This is a leisurely paced bike tour and NOT a bicycle race! Please bring a bicycle and a bicycle helmet. Please register online at the above URL link as soon as possible as the event is limited to the first 2,000 cyclists. Additional details will be provided as soon as the ride organizers (non-meetup) provide more info. \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Part 2: Post-Ride Festival & Lunch Meal (Optional)** After the ride, we can attend the post-ride festival and hang out together for lunch. Please bring a bicycle lock for this part as we might have to secure our bikes outside a local establishment that we enter. The lunch venue has not been chosen, but we are welcome to any suggestions nearby. Eg., Beer Gardens, dimsum, hotpot, korean bbq, etc.

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.

Explore Governors Island By Bike

Rowing around Manhattan fundraiser

Village Community Boathouse on Pier 40 in Manhattan is asking for experienced rowers who want to do their annual circumnavigation of Manhattan. It is a super fun trip. We did it last year with LIC boathouse and it was a blast. This is their annual fundraiser so they are also asking for $150 to join this trip. They have great community programs year round for everyone so this helps fund those! The rain date is September 13 so plan for both days in case the weather on the 12 looks bad. Please please you need to have some experience rowing and you also must be fit enough to row for an entire day for 30 miles. No option to quit halfway. If you need a rowing refresher LIC Boathouse is having a few paddling trips the weekend of Sep 5. Please if you RSVP then head over to their website to sign the waiver and pay for the $150 donation for this event. Most likely we will finish at around 5pm or 6pm. Link: https://secure.givelively.org/donate/village-community-boathouse/2026-vcb-row-around-manhattan-995e6c6d-2ee1-4372-b67b-349fbcd43056 After the event we will go out for dinner and drinks.

Rolling Thunder NJ2 Ride for Freedom XXIX

Train Accessible September Hike☀️🚂🛤️🚃

**Welcome! We are planning a train-accessible hike on Sept 19th. The plan is to take the Metro North from Grand Central around 10AM and head to Beacon in the Hudson Valley. If you want to drive, feel free to meet us at the trailhead. After the hike we plan to grab lunch in the area.** **We will organize through WhatsApp so let me know your number when your attendance is confirmed.** **Trail: https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/new-york/beacon-fire-tower-via-casino-wilkinson-memorial-and-breakneck-ridge-trail?p=-1&sh=ej2h8r&utm_medium=trail_share&utm_source=alltrails_virality** **To help cover the costs of Meetup, there is a $5 fee (waived for drivers helping out with carpools) - attendance is confirmed only upon payment of the fee via Venmo/Zelle. This fee is non-refundable unless the hike is cancelled.** **Plan for an all day event. Please reach out if you have questions!**

Help Samara Community School students learn to ride!

Harriman State Park & Lake Sebago! 🏞️🌊

On Monday, September 7th, we’re off to explore Harriman State Park and Lake Sebago! 🏞️🌊 Event is free. You’re welcome to join and leave whenever! 😃 The hike will be moderately difficult All levels are welcome! No experience needed! The hike itself is 3.5 to 4 hours. Please wear appropriate shoes and clothes Feel free to bring sandwiches, drinks, snacks, hats, sun screen, and more! Will have time to enjoy these on the way and when we get to the lake. We’ll meet at New Jersey Transit at 8:30am. 371 West 40th Street Google maps link: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/PmFmbcQsWK951Q9H6](https://maps.app.goo.gl/PmFmbcQsWK951Q9H6) If we start at 10:45am, we should finish by 3pm. The train back is at 4:20pm. Can grab food and hang out near the Tuxedo train station afterwards. Google maps link to Tuxedo train station: https://maps.app.goo.gl/Jdnmw7TcVWWW1XbG8 Trail map for Harriman State Park: https://parks.ny.gov/sites/default/files/HarrimanTrailMap.pdf More info on Harriman State Park: https://parks.ny.gov/visit/state-parks/harriman-state-park Train information: We’ll take the 9:07am train to Rahway. Then we’ll take the 9:30am train at Secaucus Lower Level to Tuxedo Station. We’ll arrive at 10:29am. We’ll take a brief break for snacks and to use the restroom. Plan is to hit the road by 10:45am. We’ll come back by taking the 4:20pm train from Tuxedo Station. It’ll arrive at Secaucus at 5:23pm. We’ll get back to New York Penn Station by 5:36pm. The one way fare is $14.80 (so overall it’ll be about $30) Full details on locations and times below: Harriman State Park! 🏞️ Monday, September 7th We’ll take the New Jersey transit train NJCL 7629 (sky blue line) towards Rahway at 9:07am Arrive at Secaucus Upper Level at 9:16am Walk to Secaucus Lower Level Take Train MNBNP 71 (mustard yellow line) toward Port Jervis at 9:30am Arrive at Tuxedo Station at 10:29am (You’re welcome to drive there too!) From the Tuxedo platform, we’ll walk north and turn right onto East Village Road We’ll continue on East Village Road and walk under the I-87 overpass We’ll turn left onto Grove Drive The trailhead will be 100 yards on our right There are three trails. Triangle Trail (yellow) heads north Ramapo – Dunderberg (aka R-D trail, path is red dot on white) trail goes northeast Kakiat Trail (white) heads south We’ll take the Ramapo – Dunderberg trail until it meets the Tuxedo – Mount Ivy Trail (aka the TMI trail) in about 0.8 miles. It’s also a red path but the blaze is slightly different (it’s a red dash on white). We’ll continue walking until we reach Lake Sebago, where we’ll hang out and have lunch. Then we’ll make our way back. Of course, please reach out if you have any questions! The not so fun rule on RSVPs Please only RSVP if you think you can make it and adjust your RSVP asap if anything changes (as there are other people who would like your spot). Two no shows or cancellations within 6 hours results in a 4 month ban. I will send a reminder 24 hours in advance to the group Thanks and can't wait to see you!

Sunset Tour-Brooklyn Bridge Park, DUMBO & Vinegar Hill & Over The Bridge Option

We have another event this Sunday Sept 6 as well. If you have NEVER attended an event before with this group, please send me your e-mail to my e-mail as requested below whether you are on a going list or wait list AFTER CAREFULLY READING THE DESCRIPTION OF THIS EVENT. I use capital letters to emphasize stuff not to shout at you! WE ARE LOOKING TO ADD SOME FIRST TIMERS. PLEASE READ WHAT I WRITE CAREFULLY. DO NOT RUSH THE RSVP PROCESS. This event will be relatively fast paced, fun and interesting-but this is a biased opinion. We are going to navigate across three different areas in Brooklyn. Over the years, we have done this event in the day and sometimes at sunset. And I have led a modified version of this event for the Guides Association of NYC but this event will be even better. The description of this event and how we do things is so long, I sometimes forget what I wrote. Humor me and keep reading. PLEASE READ THE DESCRIPTION OF THIS EVENT CAREFULLY AS WELL AS "WHAT WE'RE ABOUT" ON THIS MEETUP'S HOME PAGE BEFORE YOU RSVP IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO. I am asking you to please take your RSVP seriously. That does NOT mean you have to go -it means you PLAN to at this time. I just ask that all attendees be considerate with respect to the RSVP process. A MONETARY CASH CONTRIBUTION TO THE EVENT IS REQUIRED BUT THE AMOUNT OF THAT CONTRIBUTION IS UP TO YOU. (See details below.) There is even a money back guarantee. Most of the events we conduct are free! IF YOU HAVE NEVER ATTENDED AN EVENT BEFORE WITH THE GROUP, I AM ASKING FOR YOUR HELP AND COOPERATION AS I PLAN THE EVENT. I AM REQUIRING THAT YOU SEND ME AN E-MAIL TO [bsb2@att.net](http://bsb2@att.net/) AS SOON AS YOU RSVP, EVEN IF YOU ARE ON THE WAIT LIST, AND PUT YOUR E-MAIL ADDRESS IN THE BODY OF YOUR MESSAGE TO ME. THIS WILL HELP ME COMMUNICATE MORE EFFECTIVELY WITH THOSE WHO RSVP. SOMETIMES MEETUP MESSAGES DO NOT GET DELIVERED FOR A VARIETY OF REASONS. IF YOU CAN'T ABIDE BY THIS SIMPLE REQUEST, YOU ARE GOING TO END UP ON THE NOT GOING LIST. (NO GUESTS UNLESS YOU HAVE ATTENDED AN EVENT BEFORE WITH THIS GROUP. YOU CAN ALWAYS HAVE YOUR GUEST SIGN UP JUST AS YOU DID IF YOU HAVE NEVER ATTENDED AN EVENT BEFORE WITH THIS GROUP.) The wait list for this group does NOT operate in a conventional way. Those on the wait list will NOT be moved to the going list automatically. ON THIS EVENT, WE WILL REQUIRE A MONETARY CONTRIBUTION - CASH-AT THE BEGINNING OF THE EVENT BUT THE AMOUNT OF THAT CONTRIBUTION IS ENTIRELY UP TO YOU. THERE IS ALWAYS A MONEY BACK GUARANTEE IF YOU FEEL I HAVE NOT EARNED YOUR CONTRIBUTION. Meetup charges an Organizer like me to run the group, it's not a fortune, although the amount was raised substantially and I spend much time and effort planning and preparing for an event. You can contribute whatever you want at the BEGINNING of an event IN CASH. (On most events, I will NOT accept any monetary contributions). UNFORTUNATELY NO GUESTS UNLESS YOU HAVE ATTENDED AN EVENT BEFORE-if you are a first timer your guest can sign up just as you did. Registration will be limited to 15-20 members. Join us on a fun, interesting but fast paced sunset hike of around 5-6 miles as we explore historic Vinegar Hill & Dumbo and Brooklyn Bridge Park. There will be great waterfront views and hopefully a very nice surprise at the beginning of the event. I will stop from time to time to briefly talk about what we are observing. THERE MAY BE AN OPTION TO WALK OVER THE BROOKLYN BRIDGE. BRING FOOD AND WATER FOR A SHORT DINNER BREAK IN BROOKLYN BRIDGE PARK. THIS GROUP NEVER STOPS TO BUY FOOD ON AN EVENT! MEETING DETAILS WILL BE SENT BY E-MAIL TO THOSE WHO RSVP NO LATER THAN THE EVENING BEFORE THE HIKE AND PROBABLY SOONER. IF YOU HAVE NOT ALREADY DONE SO, ON YOUR DESKTOP, PLEASE CLICK ON YOUR PROFILE WHICH IS ON THE TOP RIGHT OF THE SITE, THEN CLICK "SETTINGS", THEN CLICK E-MAIL UPDATES" ON THE LEFT. MAKE SURE YOUR E-MAIL UPDATES ARE ON AND WHERE IT SAYS "UPDATES ABOUT YOU”, CHECK MESSAGES BOX. THIS WILL HELP TO INSURE YOU GET MESSAGES FROM ME. I LIKE TO THINK THOSE MESSAGES ARE IMPORTANT. I am also going to ask that people not post any comments or questions prior to the event. You have more than enough information to do this once you get the meeting details. No offense, but I don’t need to know-and probably neither does anyone else- what you are doing that day if you can’t make it or what you think the weather will be. AFTER the event, post as many comments and photos as you like. If the weather forecast is really bad, I will post a notice on the day of the event BEFORE 1:00 P.M. If there is no notice, we go. We will start and finish near public transportation.