Bikepacking New York

NYC-ADV Monthly Mixer /// 1st Thursdays

Urban Athletics: Pedals & Pizza – Manhattan

During this cycling series we'll explore New York City one neighborhood—and one slice—at a time. Each ride takes us to a different borough or neighborhood in search of the best pizza, hidden gems, neighborhood institutions, and legendary slice shops. Every event is a new route, new flavors, and a new excuse to ride. Our first ride kicks things off in Manhattan. We'll cruise through some of Manhattan's most iconic neighborhoods, stopping at several pizzerias to sample slices, compare notes, and answer the question that has divided New Yorkers for decades: Who really makes the best pizza in the city? Spoiler: We probably won't agree. That's why this is a series. **The Ride** * Approximately 20 miles * 4 or so pizza stops * Relaxed, social pace with frequent breaks * Plenty of opportunities for photos (of the city and the pizza) **Tentative Pizzerias** * L’industrie * Scarr's Pizza) * Mama's Too! * Patsy's (Route and stops may change depending on group size, weather, and wait times.) **Cost** Everyone pays for their own slices and drinks. The goal isn't to eat an entire pizza at every stop—it's to sample a variety. Pace yourself... this is a marathon, not a mozzarella sprint. **Bring** * A bike in good working condition * Helmet (strongly encouraged) * Water bottle * Bike lock * Cash or card for pizza * An appetite and a sense of adventure **Who should join?** Anyone comfortable riding in NYC traffic at a relaxed pace. This isn't a race—nobody gets dropped unless they secretly stop for a slice without telling the group. Whether you're a cyclist who loves pizza or a pizza lover willing to pedal for your next slice, this meetup is all about good food, great company, and exploring the city from the best seat possible—a bike. Come hungry. Ride happy. And remember... **Calories consumed while biking between pizzerias are scientifically impossible to count!**

Saturday Aug 1st Forest Park Hike.

FROM WALLENBERG SQUARE !!! Werner and Jerry will lead this hike \*\*\* CHECK HERE BEFORE GOING \*\*\* RAIN Will CANCEL HIKE.\*\*\* Meet time is 10:30AM, hike start is 10:45AM. Duration is about 2 hours + or - a few minutes. We will hike along several of the many trails in the woods. Wear heavy shoes or boots as the trails are rocky and have many tree roots. Distance is a about 4 miles plus or minus a bit. RAIN WILL CANCEL EVENT!!!!! Attendance is at your own risk, and by joining, you agree to hold us not responsible for any accidents, injuries, losses or unforeseen problems that may arise. This includes contamination by any germs, viruses, or any other illnesses. If the grouping, numbers of attendees and distances get too close, we will break into two separate groups. This should satisfy any limitations on numbers of hikers and distancing. The hike is free ,but we would like to ask for a voluntary donation of whatever you want, or one $ 1 or $2 to help cover the fee Meetup charges us to use their website.

Outdoors Book Club: 438 Days

August’s selection is 438 Days by Jonathan Franklin. Location is still TBD but hoping to have this outdoors if weather permits Genre: Survival, Adventure, Nonfiction Pages: ~288 Goodreads: ★4.1/5 After setting out from the Pacific coast of Mexico on what was supposed to be a routine fishing trip, fisherman José Salvador Alvarenga and his young crewmate are swept far out to sea by a violent storm. With their engine dead, radio destroyed, and thousands of miles of open ocean surrounding them, rescue quickly becomes impossible. What follows is one of the most astonishing survival stories ever documented. Adrift for 438 days—more than a year—Alvarenga survives by catching fish with his bare hands, drinking rainwater, eating birds and turtles, and enduring relentless isolation, starvation, storms, and despair. The psychological battle proves every bit as daunting as the physical one as he struggles to maintain hope while drifting across the Pacific. Drawing on extensive interviews and investigative reporting, Jonathan Franklin reconstructs the ordeal in vivid detail while also exploring the controversy surrounding Alvarenga’s incredible claim and the science of extreme human endurance. *For all book club events, we ask that participants come with an open mind. Opinions shared reflect those of the individual, and we ask that all discussion remain respectful so we can exchange ideas freely and without judgment.

Hack Manhattan Open House

Bring your latest project and connect with local makers, creators, artists and more and learn about starting your own maker journey! Whether it's woodworking or electronics, programming or craftwork, Hack Manhattan is a makerspace where people come together to learn through doing, because making stuff is fun!

Hudson Loop/Molos

*\- Reservations open July 8 at 10:00am* Let's ride the Hudson Loop - a classic Dana & Oliver ride. This is a 35-mile ride at a medium pace, **for Brompton bicycles only.** Check out photos from previous Hudson Loop rides below! We'll start at the Intrepid, then ride up the Hudson Greenway, and cross the George Washington Bridge. After crossing the bridge we'll ride down the New Jersey side to the Paulus Hook Ferry, where we cross back to Tribeca. Finally, we'll ride back up to the Intrepid to close the loop. There's a late lunch/early dinner stop on the NJ side at Molos, a beautiful Greek restaurant for a delicious lunch on their terrace with gorgeous views of the city. **WHAT TO EXPECT** * The full loop is 35 miles long. * This ride is mostly flat, with a notable climb to the George Washington Bridge. * This ride includes 3 miles of busy city street riding on the NJ side (no bike path, but mostly with a wide shoulder). The rest is beautiful bike path on the river. * Molos ist a wonderful restaurant with gorgeous views of Manhattan and excellent food. That said, it is on the pricier side. Please check their menu in advance and ***do not sign up*** for this ride if you are not ok with the menu. [https://molosrestaurant.com](https://molosrestaurant.com/) * We will have an extra long chain to lock all Brompton's securely in a secluded back yard while at the restaurant - feel free to bring your own lock, but you don’t need to! **RIDE LEVEL** Chill / Relaxed Pace: 16 kmh / 10 mph Distance: 35 miles Everyone is welcome, no one will be left behind. **WHAT TO BRING** * Sun glasses * 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 * A beverage and some food for the after party **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. **PLEASE RESPECT THE WAITING LIST!** We need to maintain our maximum rider-to-leader/helper ratio and cannot include more riders than we officially confirm on Meetup, so please respect the waiting list, thanks! **Happy Riding!** **Cancelation** This ride will cancel in the event of severe weather. If the weather looks uncertain, we will post an update on the morning of the ride by 7:00am.

Urban Athletics: NYC at Night Bike Ride

New York is a completely different city after dark. During the day, people are out riding bikes, soaking up the sunshine, and pretending they enjoy paying $8 for coffee. But once the sun goes down, most cyclists tuck their bikes away and head home. That’s like ordering a pizza, throwing away the cheese, and proudly announcing that the crust was the best part. You're missing half the experience. If you're a fellow night owl—or simply someone with questionable sleep habits—come join me for a late-night ride through the city. **The plan...** We'll meet in Union Square and pedal our way around some of New York City's most iconic landmarks. They're impressive during the day, but at night they transform into something even better: beautifully illuminated and, in some cases, suspiciously free of tourists. Our route includes the Washington Square Arch, the Brooklyn Bridge, South Street Seaport, the World Financial Center, Lincoln Center, Columbus Circle, the Plaza Hotel fountain, the glowing Apple cube, the sensory overload that is Times Square, the New York Public Library and its famous stone lions, and the Flatiron Building. We'll also do a loop through Central Park after dark, stopping at Bethesda Fountain and Belvedere Castle—because nothing says “good decision-making” like wandering through a giant park at midnight with a bunch of strangers from the internet. **The important stuff...** * The ride will be about 28 miles round trip at a casual pace of roughly 12 mph. If midnight is normally when you transform back into a pumpkin, this may not be the meetup for you—we'll be out late. * We'll stick to bike lanes whenever possible, but the city planners, in their infinite wisdom, neglected to place protected lanes directly in front of every famous attraction. You should be comfortable riding in traffic. Helmets and bike lights are absolutely required, both for safety and to improve your odds of being seen by taxis. * Please make sure your bike is in good working order before the meetup. Bring a lock, a spare tube, a patch kit, and a pump. New York has many wonderful qualities, but fixing your flat at 1:00 a.m. on the side of the road is not one of them. * Check your email before heading out for any last-minute updates and my phone number, which will be sent to everyone who RSVPs. * And speaking of RSVPs: please only sign up if you genuinely plan to come. Space is limited, and "I totally meant to make it" sadly does not propel a bicycle. Serial no-shows and last-minute cancellers may be removed from the event. * Sorry, no guests for this one. * Rain cancels the meetup, because while we enjoy adventure, recreating scenes from The Dark Knight on two wheels is a bridge too far.

Free Summer Ride (Manhattan to Brooklyn)

Free Summer Ride (Manhattan to Brooklyn) Only rain can stop us! Time to improve your cycling skills verticals!. We will pedal through Manhattan to Brooklyn via central park and Brooklyn bridge. At the end will have a stop by a Red hook's brewery. August 8 (Saturday) We will start at 12:00 PM Start point: Mount Neboh Baptist Church (1883 Adam Clayton Powell Jr Blvd, New York) [https://maps.app.goo.gl/rG6kcJz1MuoBvau87](https://maps.app.goo.gl/rG6kcJz1MuoBvau87) End place: Strong Rope Brewery Red Hook (185 Van Dyke St, Brooklyn) [https://maps.app.goo.gl/qEPKotE9KGnBcy4A8](https://maps.app.goo.gl/qEPKotE9KGnBcy4A8) Google map: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/R2GAZJXz9CGbVipx7](https://maps.app.goo.gl/R2GAZJXz9CGbVipx7) Road type: 100% paved Total distance: 13 miles (90 min ride) Average speed: 11 mph Total elevation: 256ft You can join us at anytime (we will share live location in whatsapp) FB group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/567293385132145](https://www.facebook.com/groups/567293385132145) Meetup group: [https://meetu.ps/c/4ZjSr/LdM6k/d](https://meetu.ps/c/4ZjSr/LdM6k/d) IG: [https://www.instagram.com/neverwinter_free_parties](https://www.instagram.com/neverwinter_free_parties) **Telegram: [https://t.me/neverwinterfree](https://t.me/neverwinterfree)** Whatsapp: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/GlgGMqvMRt7I6OP0lRp6im](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GlgGMqvMRt7I6OP0lRp6im) This is not a foodie meetup so NO food stops on the whole trail. Please come prepared for the ride. This is not a loop ride! Please apply via: Wechat: cozmo31 LINE: cozmo31 [https://www.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=286948809](https://www.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=286948809) Disclaimer of liability: By participating in this activity you agree that organizers are not to be held responsible for any damages, injuries, or losses that may occur before, during or after the event. We cannot guarantee the space for latecomers.

Funky Jazz Night with Wine

**TICKETS AVAILABLE: LIVE JAZZ WITH OLIVER AND HIS BAND** **NOT a Brompton ride! Oliver Doering will host a jazz show on Sat, Aug 8. Dana and Oliver, both ride leaders, would love you to have you! Join this meet up if you'd like to attend and we'll send you an update soon when tickets go on sale.** **FUNKY JAZZ NIGHT** with Wine **[BUY TICKETS](https://reservierungen.orangesunday.de/reservation-99-vid)** **The Music** We are delighted to invite you to an evening of funky jazz and fine wine. Oliver's band will keep the groove flowing with soulful, energetic jazz tunes, accompanied by exceptional wines thoughtfully selected by your wine guide, Nathalie Nayman. Great grooves, vibrant improvisation, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere make an evening with the Oliver Doering Jazz Quintet an exciting and unforgettable event. * Guitar: Oliver Doering * Sax: Jeremy Powell * Piano: Mamiko Watanabe * Bass: Earl Sauls * Drums: Rob Weiss * Special Guest: Brenda Fair, vocals **Listen to the Music** [Funky Four on Six](https://vimeo.com/showcase/10538595?video=868761243) [No More Blues](https://vimeo.com/showcase/10538595?video=1024021803) [Road Song](https://vimeo.com/showcase/10538595?video=1119794497) **[BUY TICKETS](https://reservierungen.orangesunday.de/reservation-99-vid)** **The Wine** Does the music have the power to influence what’s in your glass? Science says yes! We've partnered with wine guide Nathalie Nayman to pair a wine with a piece of music for you to taste and hear at once — a small, multisensory experiment in where art and science meet — before the band picks the groove back up. To participate in our multisensory wine & jazz interactive experience, be sure to choose the "Wine Pairing" option with your ticket on the sign-up page. **[BUY TICKETS](https://reservierungen.orangesunday.de/reservation-99-vid)**

Brompton Ride to Tarrytown Lakes with Kayaking!

Let's ride the Empire State Trail from Van Cortlandt Park to Tarrytown Lakes for kayaking! Check out photos from past Tarrytown rides below! As with previous Tarrytown rides, we'll meet in Van Cortlandt Park and ride the Empire State Trail to the Tarrytown turnoff. However, unlike previous years we are *skipping the Tarrytown hill.* That's right, this year we'll stop at the Tarrytown Lakes reservoir for kayaking and fun-in-the sun, and then ride back. *Please note that this event has a $29 fee for kayak rental. After you sign up, we will send you information on how to pay via Zelle, Paypal or Venmo.* **Meeting Point** Meet at the bottom of the park side of the stairs of the "Van Cortlandt Park-242 St Station" (last stop on the "1" line). **The Bike Route** You can see the portion of the trail we'll ride on the [Empire State Trail Map](https://empiretrail.ny.gov/new-york-city-poughkeepsie/van-cortlandt-park-elmsford). On the map, it's basically from the (3) to the (4). We're meeting at Van Cortlandt Park and biking up the trail to the Tarrytown turnoff. We'll stop at Tarrytown Lakes and kayak for 1.5 hours, then ride back to Van Cortlandt Park. Shortly before the end of the ride, there's a friendly Italian restaurant with a huge outdoor terrace - we plan to stop there for a victory beer (plus pizza, sangria and more). **Kayaking** We will be renting "Sit-on-Top" Kayaks from Tarrytown Lakes that are beginner-friendly for first-time kayakers. **Lunch and Snacks** Please bring a picnic lunch to eat at Tarrytown Lakes Near the end of the ride we'll stop for victory drinks **Ride Stats** * Level: This is an intermediate ride due to the distance. Riders should be comfortable with riding 10-12 mph for 1-2 hours with short breaks. * Start/End: Van Cortlandt Park at the 242nd Street Station (last stop on the 1 line) * Distance: 37 Miles * Speed: Average 10-12 mph * Trails: 99% paved rail trail through the woods. * Restrooms at mile 0, mile 22, mile 35 (outhouse at mile 17) This ride is **for Brompton bicycles only**. All Brompton riders who are comfortable with the pace and distance are welcome! 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.

Speedy Summer Streets

***This event is not an official Brompton ride, and is not a ride organized by Brompton.*** It's time for the open Summer Streets in Manhattan! https://www.nyc.gov/html/dot/html/pedestrians/summerstreets.shtml Weston and I will be doing a *speedy* ride up the length of Manhattan along the full open streets distance, so if you'd like to join us, come along! *There will be minimal stopping*. You're welcome to do as much or as little of the distance as you want. The open streets lasts until 3pm, so you have plenty of time to ride up (and down!) as much as you want! **Speed:** \~12 miles per hour avg. (This is what we are targeting, but we'll have to see what we can do, given how busy the street is). **Distance:** \~14 miles (if you do the whole length) **Gather**: 7:45 am **Roll**: 8:00 am (*sharp. I have to leave right at 8.*) **Meet:** on the eastern edge of City Hall Park, where Chambers St meets the Brooklyn Bridge. *All bikes are welcome!* The route goes from the Brooklyn Bridge to Broadway and Dyckman Street: * Lafayette Street and Park Avenue between Brooklyn Bridge and East 110 Street * East 110 Street between Park Avenue and Broadway * Adam Clayton Powell Jr Boulevard between West 110 Street and West 113 Street * Broadway between West 110 Street and Dyckman Street

Manhattan Summer Streets 2026

Let’s participate in Manhattan Summer Streets 2026. Summer Streets is an annual celebration of New York City's most valuable public space – our streets. On select summer Saturdays our city’s usual traffic noise and honking horns will be replaced with open streets teeming with walkers, bikers, runners, and performers. Discover a wealth of free cultural programs, performances, fitness classes, interactive art, giveaways, and much more as you experience the city in this whole new way. We’ll meet at the Maine Monument in the southwest corner of Central Park, opposite Columbus Circle, at 10:30 am. Wheels up at 11 am sharp. We’ll ride the lower part of the park drive up to 72nd Street, exit and head east to Park Avenue, where we’ll pick up the vehicle-free Summer Streets and head south. Our route will take us around Grand Central Terminal and south on Park Avenue, Fourth Avenue and finally Lafayette Street to the Brooklyn Bridge (which we will not ride over). At the bridge we will turn around and retrace the same route back to Columbus Circle, where we can grab a bite in the Turnstyle Underground Market. Criollas has wonderful empanadas and is owned by a Bromptoneer. There are other options as well. https://share.google/oFEBoRmo7ViR1zp8t If you are more adventurous and want to ride north of 72nd Street on Park Avenue (the traffic-free route continues to Dykman Street in Northern Manhattan/Inwood), you will have the option to leave the group at that point. Note: Summer Streets does get crowded and our group will likely separate. With that in mind, we will stop at prearranged points to regather and continue. Here are those pre-arranged points: SOUTHBOUND/DOWNTOWN Park Avenue and 36th Street (northwest corner) Lafayette Street and East 10th Street (northwest corner) Lafayette Street and Chambers Street (northwest corner) NORTHBOUND/UPTOWN Park Avenue and 46th Street (northeast corner) Park Avenue and 71st Street (on 71st between the northbound and southbound lanes of Park Avenue) This is a chill ride with a total distance of approximately 12 miles. It is generally flat, but there is a hill on the way back, on Park Avenue above 50th Street. Here is our ride route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/56383131 More on Summer Streets: https://share.google/4p7Tens9xiie4chJu