Cycling Groups New York

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!**

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.

Bromptoberfest 2026

**Bromptoberfest is back for the 12th year running!** 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! Order an event t-shirt for $20 [at this link](https://www.paypal.com/ncp/payment/6GBUN89SJYM7Y) (deadline August 15) to pick it up the morning of the event. Shirts are A4 Performance Dry-Fit and are great on their own for summer cycling or as a breathable base layer in the winter, spring or fall. **Route is still TBD for this year. More info coming soon!** **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! **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.

Bike along Park Avenue! 🚲

On Saturday, August 1st, let’s ride bikes on Manhattan’s Park Avenue! 🚲 Event is free. You’re welcome to join and leave whenever! Free bike rental if renting for less than an hour Bike rental includes a bike, bike helmet, bike lock, and bike bag (for wallet, phone, etc) Link to reserve a free bike through Unlimited Biking: [https://unlimitedbiking.com/events/nyc-summer-streets-bike-rentals/](https://unlimitedbiking.com/events/nyc-summer-streets-bike-rentals/) If interested, please reserve asap as they may no longer be available Choose the option: “Manhattan: Saturday, August 1, One Hour Bike Rental” Choose your bike size (small, medium, large, XL) Generally: Small if 4’5” to 5’3”, Medium if 5’4” to 5’8”, Large if 5’8” to 6’, XL if 6’1” to 6’4” Enter your info (credit card or bank info is unfortunately required too) Rental is from 7am to 3pm, but can show up whenever to get your free hour Please note must be 16 or older to rent a hybrid bike All details on bike rentals, locations, and times are below: We’ll rent and ride bikes from Park Ave and East 27th to Foley Square (and back!) Can bike, walk, run, skate, or more! (of course, you’re welcome to bring your own bike, skates, running shoes, too!) Park Ave will not have cars because of Summer Streets. At 8:30am, let’s meet at Unlimited Biking at East 27th Street and Park Avenue South Google maps to East 27th and Park Avenue South: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/xyU6by4WtgT5juiG9](https://maps.app.goo.gl/xyU6by4WtgT5juiG9) We’ll pick up hybrid bikes at 8:45am We’ll ride from 8:45 to 9:35am (you’re welcome to ride for longer!) We’ll drop off bikes at 9:35am at the same location (different drop-off location if spending more than 60 minutes on bike, see below) If you go over the 60 minutes, there is a $12.50 fee. It’s the same fee if you have the bike from 61 to 119 minutes (as long as it’s under 2 hours). If over 60 minutes, drop off location is one of Unlimited Bikes store locations at Brooklyn Bridge (cannot drop off at the pick-up location if it has been over an hour) Brooklyn Bridge location: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/4MBtg1x7P2Kcrug97](https://maps.app.goo.gl/4MBtg1x7P2Kcrug97) Central Park location: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/v3Mkx7vzBTQKcxJY9](https://maps.app.goo.gl/v3Mkx7vzBTQKcxJY9) From 9:40 to 10am, we’ll walk from Park Avenue and East 27th Street to Astor Place and Broadway. We’ll grab free snacks and beverages at Astor Place. From 10:15 to 10:30am, we’ll grab coffee and snacks from Lazy Bulldog Coffee Shop. From 10:30 to 11am, we’ll hang out in Cooper Triangle. 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!

NY Christian Sports Takes Summer Streets 2026!!!

We'll be resurrecting the running group for one weekend this year! Join us on August 8th as we participate in NYC's annual Summer Streets event! The Dept of Transportation closes Park Avenue, making it open to running, biking, walking, etc! Feel free to bring your own bike, scooter, roller blades, etc. If you plan to rent a Citi bike, we recommend downloading the app in advance and entering the promo code early on Saturday morning! Details on Citi Bike promo HERE - https://www.nyc.gov/html/dot/html/pedestrians/summerstreets.shtml The plan is to meet at the Astoria Ferry stop at 9:30am, take the 9:49am ferry over to East 90th ST, and jog/bike over to Park Ave. We will then ride down to the end of the event near Brooklyn Bridge! Feel free to meet us anywhere along the route, reach out so that you can find us! Looking forward to seeing everyone!

Randalls Island Full Moon and Picnic Ride

Full Moon Ride! Friday, August 28 will be a full moon. Want to ride with Brompton friends to Randalls Island and enjoy a moonlit picnic? This is a chill ride with equal emphasis on riding, socializing and enjoying the NYC evening sky. *This ride is for Brompton bicycles only.* **Meeting/Departure** We'll meet at the southeast corner of Queensbridge Park and depart punctually after 15 minutes of socializing. (Note: We need to depart on time due to timing with the sunset). Then we'll bike up to Astoria Park and cross the RFK bridge to Randall’s Island. **Sunset** We'll stop to enjoy the sunset from Astoria Park and from the RFK Bridge. **Full Moon** We'll spread our blankets at the southern tip of Randalls Island and watch the moon rise and city lights in all their splendor. **Picnic** Please bring your own beverage, picnic blanket, and snacks to share. **Return** Feel free to depart earlier, but we'll exit the island as a group around 10:00, crossing the 103rd Street Bridge to Manhattan. We'll bike down the East River and end the ride at the Manhattan side of the Queensboro Bridge. (There are path closings on the East River, so we will need to bike on 2nd Avenue for parts of this.) You can exit the ride wherever you're close to home, or bike with us to Brooklyn if that's your destination. **Route** You can view the route on [Ride with GPS](https://ridewithgps.com/routes/47093411) **What to bring** * Head light and tail light are essential * Picnic blanket if you have one * Picnic snacks or food to share * Your own beverages The bathrooms on Randalls Island are often closed, so please plan accordingly. There are no services, so make sure to bring enough food and drink. If want you to join at Randall's Island at 7:45pm, let us know in the comments. This ride is all about the evening sky. Rainy, drizzly or very cloudy weather will cancel this ride. **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-ride-leader ratio, so please respect the waiting list, thanks! 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. This is a Brompton only event. Contact Brompton Junction if you'd like to borrow a Brompton for this 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.

Jamaica Bay Circumnavigation by Bike

NYC-ADV Monthly Mixer /// 1st Thursdays

Circle Northern Manhattan along the Hudson River north from 158 Street

New York City Summer Streets 2026 Manhattan

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