Downhill Biking New York

Urban Athletics: Bike the NYC Bridges by Night

The other night I was on my bike riding around town and was struck by how dramatically the vibe of the city changes once the sun sets. People get out on their cycles and enjoy this town during the day but most of us put them away when the evening comes. That's like ordering a slice of pizza, throwing away the cheese and only eating the crust -- you're only getting half of what makes the experience great. **The plan...** We are going to take a nighttime tour of the East River bridges, we'll wheel through three boroughs and cross over five spans -- the Queensboro, Pulaski, Williamsburg, Manhattan, and Brooklyn bridges. This ride will highlight the stunning vistas only viewable from our water crossings and take in different views of the sparkling nighttime Manhattan skyline. If there was ever a time to go through the hassle of carrying your camera with you, this will be it. **The important stuff...** • This is going to be a casually-paced ride of about 17 miles. Most of the ride will take place in bike lanes but there will be parts with some automobile congestion. You must be comfortable riding in a group and in traffic. Lights and reflectors for your bike are also REQUIRED by law. **Helmets are mandatory otherwise you will not be allowed to ride with the group.** • This is a night ride so dress to be seen by motorists and pedestrians -- bright or reflective clothing is a must. • Make sure your bike is in good working order before the meetup and bring a lock in case we need to leave our cycles. Also bring a patch repair kit, air pump, and spare inner tube. • Rain cancels the meetup. Here is the map of the ride: TO COME

Bike Ride: DOWNTOWN THROUGH BROOKLYN TO RIIS PARK BEACH

Weekly Prospect Park Wednesday Morning Ride

Every Wednesday! Anyone looking for inspiration and community for your morning ride? Let's ride the Prospect Park Loop with a pack of Bromptons. We'll ride two times around Prospect Park. Afterwards, we'll have lattes, croissants and conversation at a bakery cafe 4 blocks from the park (or zoom off to work if your time is limited). This is intended as a short and sweet ride before your morning commute and people typically depart the cafe around 9-9:30am. You can view the route on [Ride with GPS](https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46497135) *We stick to our departure time: 7:35am* *As a morning ride, we need to ensure a consistent start time so people can plan around it for their work day. Thus, we'll unfold and ride at 7:35am. If you are running late, please post in the comments and we'll meet you for the second loop.* Happy Riding! 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. DO NOT REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT IF YOU DO NOT WISH TO BE SUBJECT TO THE FOREGOING.

Tarrytown lakes and Rockefeller state parks Hike

This is a free event and only heavy rain can stop us! Dear North American mammals, we are going to repeat our Hudson Valley hike! This time we will take a walk through the beautiful Tarrytown Lakes Park and Rockefeller State Park. As always, we will pass through lakes, old churches, rivers and enjoy the beauty of the Hudson River. We will stop for lunch at Pocantico Hills and come back home from Scarborough. If we have enough time we will have dinner together. This is not a loop hike! When? **June 14** 8:00 AM (Sunday) Where? 1st meeting point **08:00 AM** center of **Grand Central Terminal (look for a round information kiosk).** [https://maps.app.goo.gl/sPc2Uss2715yXnti6](https://maps.app.goo.gl/sPc2Uss2715yXnti6) 2d meeting point 09:25 AM entrance to RiverMarket Bar and Kitchen (127 W Main St, Tarrytown, NY) [https://maps.app.goo.gl/M2KHZqKmZgen6GpNA](https://maps.app.goo.gl/M2KHZqKmZgen6GpNA) Detailed plan: 08:00 AM - Meeting at center of Grand Central Terminal (look for a round information kiosk) 08:25 AM - Departure from Grand Central to Tarrytown train station 09:18 AM - Arriving at Tarrytown 09:25 AM - Meeting rest of the group at the entrance to RiverMarket Bar and Kitchen [https://maps.app.goo.gl/M2KHZqKmZgen6GpNA](https://maps.app.goo.gl/M2KHZqKmZgen6GpNA) 10:05 AM - Arriving to Red trail and start hiking 01:00 PM - Lunch at Pocantico Hills 01:20 PM - Continue hiking 03:45 PM - Reaching Old Style Horseman Bridge 04:40 PM - Reaching Archville 05:30 PM - Reaching Scarborough station 05:40 PM - Departure from Scarborough station to Grand Central station 06:44 PM - Arriving at Grand Central station \*\*\*\* HOW TO GET THERE and BACK \*\*\* Metro-North train: Way to: **Grand Central to Tarrytown train station (look for a 8:25 AM train).** Way back: **Scarborough train station to Grand Central (look for 5:40 PM train).** By car: ask a group if someone is driving and can give you a ride. \*\*\* USEFUL INFO \*\*\* About 12 miles hike (expect for full day) Total elevation: 1100ft (please keep this into consideration as this hike is NOT for rookies) Please don't come late as the train will NOT wait for you Walkie-talkie: our frequency: 462.6125 or 462.6375 (Channel 3 and 4) Please bring enough water and food for whole day We do not recommend you to swim at lakes and rivers We suggest getting train tickets in advance at Grand Central station or through the MTA app Map (screenshot): [) Google map: [https://maps.app.goo.gl/EG74xUCSVGi1XAoKA](https://maps.app.goo.gl/EG74xUCSVGi1XAoKA) Our FB group: [https://www.facebook.com/groups/567293385132145](https://www.facebook.com/groups/567293385132145) Our meetup group: [https://meetu.ps/c/4ZjSr/LdM6k/d](https://meetu.ps/c/4ZjSr/LdM6k/d) Whatsapp group: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/GVXEFcR4PMjH70KLNlbpRV](https://chat.whatsapp.com/GVXEFcR4PMjH70KLNlbpRV) **Telegram: [https://t.me/neverwinterfree](https://t.me/neverwinterfree)** Please apply via: **IG: neverwinter_free_parties** LINE: cozmo31 Wechat: cozmo31 [www.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=28694880](http://www.meetup.com/messages/?new_convo=true&member_id=28694880) 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.

NYC-ADV Monthly Mixer /// 1st Thursdays

26th Anniversary Ride (Manhattan)

It's a free event and only heavy rain can stop us! Dear North American mammals, it's time to do our 26th anniversary ride! This time we will pedal through Manhattan. After the ride every participant will receive a complimentary gift. This is NOT a loop ride! June 6 (Saturday) Starts at: **09:00 AM** Starting point: in front of **East 34th Street Ferry terminal** [https://goo.gl/maps/wgVREdm6iQRGw7AB6](https://goo.gl/maps/wgVREdm6iQRGw7AB6) Endpoint: Columbus Circle [https://goo.gl/maps/Vjy84udL2AegZ5Yh8](https://goo.gl/maps/Vjy84udL2AegZ5Yh8) Map: [) Google map: [https://goo.gl/maps/AsuMcnbjkuqWAsNu7](https://goo.gl/maps/AsuMcnbjkuqWAsNu7) Total distance: **17 miles** (100 min ride) Average speed: **11mph** Elevation: 308ft We might optimize the route based on weather and other conditions. 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. 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.

BMW Hike

Drinks, hikes and sunsets at The Baylander 🍺🌅

Let's give this another shot! Hope the weather cooperates this time! This is a boat with a bar on the deck. Bring warm clothing as it will get chilly on the deck. If the weather doesn't cooperate or it is too chilly we will move next door to the Expat bar. I will update everyone the day of the event in the comments section. We will meet at 7:30pm there! Everyone is welcome to come even if you are new! Let talks about our past and future hiking adventures! This is a super fun event and a chance to meet others before going on hikes outside the city.

Short ride (Brooklyn)

This is Free event and Only rain can stop us! On June 12 (Friday) we are planning to cycle from Coney Island to a Bay ridge and back. This is one of the easiest rides of our group. It will be a nice friendly ride on asphalt with approx. Starts: 6:30 PM Start/End point: **Shorefront YM-YWHA** (3300 Coney Island Ave, Brooklyn) [https://goo.gl/maps/6VK8oCTRmPgWQXUp8](https://goo.gl/maps/6VK8oCTRmPgWQXUp8) Total distance: 16mi (25km) Average speed: **10 mph** Total Elevation: 30ft About 110min ride Map: [) 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. 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.

Beginners Street Skating

Starting to rollerblade on the street amongst the cars can be intimidating. Some have found Wednesday Night Skate to be appealing but are not yet ready for those speeds. This will be a slow-paced 3-mile 4-5 mph skate from Pier 76 to Skater's Circle in Central Park for those who don't have experience skating in the street. We will not be returning to the pier as a group. **Note: This is a beginner event but not an absolute beginner event. You should at least be able to stand on skates, move from one place to another, and brake (not T-stop necessarily, but at least plow stop). If you cannot do these things, please do not attend. If you do, you will be endangering not only yourself but also those around you. We will be going slow on inclines/in general.** NYC Rollerbladers operates free of charge. We do encourage donations via the Pledge widget to help us cover the cost of operating on Meetup ($300/year).

Scenic Central Park Sunset Bike Ride & Optional Local Dinner

Prospect Park Brompton Ride + Yoga + Moonlight Picnic

Anyone looking for inspiration and community for your wellness practice? Let's ride the Prospect Park Loop with a friendly group of Bromptons and enjoy free yoga in the beautiful Long Meadow. **Meet (6:15pm)** Meet us at the park entrance across from Grand Army Plaza at 6:15pm. **Brompton Ride (6:30 pm)** This is a chill ride. We'll do one loop around the park at moderate speed, ending at Prospect Park's Long Meadow for free yoga. View the Brompton route at this link: [Ride with GPS](https://ridewithgps.com/routes/46497135) **Free Yoga (7:00 pm)** Prospect Park Alliance presents free, outdoor yoga on the Long Meadow in a low-pressure, beautiful environment with hundreds of New Yorkers. You can read more and sign up for yoga on the [Prospect Park Yoga](https://www.prospectpark.org/visit-the-park/things-to-do/yoga-park/) official site. **Moonlight Picnic (8:00 pm)** After yoga we'll set up a picnic in Long Meadow. Please bring a blanket, beverage, and snacks to share. Sunset is at 8:30 and there will be a beautiful sliver of a moon. **What to Bring** * Picnic blanket, beverage, and snacks to share * Yoga mat (or towel) * The ride ends after dark. Please ensure you have a fully charged head lamp and rear lamp. **Important Notes** * Please sign up *in advance* for free yoga via the [Prospect Park Yoga](https://www.prospectpark.org/visit-the-park/things-to-do/yoga-park/) official site. (You only need to do this once per summer.) * We depart on the ride at exactly 6:30pm - this is to ensure we're on time for yoga. If you're running late, you can meet us at Long Meadow. * Prospect Park restroom opening times are inconsistent - they will likely be closed. Please plan accordingly and use the bathroom before arrival. * Free yoga is provided by Prospect Park and anyone can sign up (i.e. no need to join this meetup unless you're joining the ride and picnic.) **Weather and Cancellation** We'll cancel the ride if the weather looks rainy, or the ground is wet from prior downpours. It's no fun to do yoga or picnics on wet grass! We'll announce any cancellations by noon the day of the ride. Our Community Rules: 1. Helmets are required. Lights are required if riding in darkness. 2. No one gets left behind! 3. Be kind and encourage others. 4. Welcome new experiences and people. 5. This space is for gathering, not for selling. 6. Be honest about your ability to participate 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. DO NOT REGISTER FOR THIS EVENT IF YOU DO NOT WISH TO BE SUBJECT TO THE FOREGOING.