NYC Bike Maps

Walkway Over the Hudson

Seth @ nyc bike maps — Tue, 06 Oct 2009 01:59:48 +0000

75 miles North of NYC (as the bike rides), cyclists and pedestrians now have their own Hudson River crossing. The Walkway Over the Hudson is a 24 foot wide, 1.2 mile long bridge that connects the city of Poughkeepsie with the Town of Lloyd. The Walkway Over the Hudson is open from 8am to 6pm and is less than a mile from the Poughkeepsie Metro North train station.

Map of Walkway Over the Hudson (Google Map coming soon)
walkway.org

FAQs

Where will access to the bridge be provided?
Access will be provided on the west end of the bridge from Haviland Road and the adjoining rail trail. On the east of the bridge, access will be provided at Washington Street. In addition, work is being done to secure funds for an elevator to be located on the Poughkeepsie waterfront and near to the Poughkeepsie railroad station.

Where is the bridge located?
The bridge spans the Hudson River and connects the City of Poughkeepsie in Dutchess County with the Town of Lloyd in Ulster County, New York.

Will the bridge connect to trails on both sides of the river?
The bridge will connect to 27 miles of rail trails and riverfront parks already built or planned in Ulster and Dutchess Counties.

Video: Kissena Velodrome Bike Ride

Seth @ nyc bike maps — Sat, 12 Sep 2009 18:54:48 +0000

Had the opportunity to ride a few laps at the Kissena Velodrome in Queens. Video shows five laps around the track at 4 times the normal speed. Video was shot on a weekday when there were no races or events scheduled (Track schedule)

NYC Century Bike Tour: September 13th 2009

Seth @ nyc bike maps — Tue, 08 Sep 2009 10:54:54 +0000

The NYC Century offers five route options (ranging from 15 to 100 miles) to provide all cyclists a great way to see New York City and explore some of the City’s best greenways and parks. This year the NYC Century Bike Tour will take place rain or shine on Sunday, September 13th, 2009.

For more information and to register, visit NYCCentury.org
view NYC Century 100 Mile Route Map from 2007

Choose your distance, Ride your Pace

15 mile: Lead by T.A. Marshals, this ride is meant for first time riders and families. Riders travel down Broadway, passing NYC icons, Columbus Circle, Time Square, Herald Square, Flatiron Building, Union Square, cross over the Brooklyn Bridge and finish in beautiful Brooklyn Bridge Park. Leave 8 am Finish 10 am-2 pm

35 mile: This ride is for those looking for more than a Sunday stroll. Riders are taken through downtown Brooklyn, around Prospect Park and continue through hip and trendy Williamsburg and up to Astoria Park, Queen finishing in Central Park. Leave 7:30 am Finish 11 am.- 3 pm

55 mile: This route is more miles but since NYC is relatively flat terrain it makes for a manageable ride for someone who is looking to challenge him or herself. This route takes riders along the Brooklyn greenway with views of the Verrazano Bridge and Coney Island and connecting to with 35-mile finish. Leave 7 am Finish 11 am.-4pm

75 mile: This is not for armatures. From Canarsie Piers riders split and continue on the greenway and head north to Queens. The journey takes riders to Kissena Park where riders can take a loop around the Velodrome. Leave 6:30 am Finish 12-4 pm

100 mile: Experienced Riders Only. Picking up from the 75 mile route, riders continue north to the Bronx. This part of the ride is the most challenging because we saved the hills for the end. Riders enter northern Manhattan and take to the east side to get a view of Yankee Stadium and travel through historic Harlem. 6 am Finish 12-6 pm

For more information and to register, visit NYCCentury.org.
Sign up before August 21st and you’ll be eligible to use the express start on Ride Day. Register by July 3rd and you will be entered to win a Dahon folding bicycle!

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Video: Bike Ride Across The Queensboro Bridge

Seth @ nyc bike maps — Mon, 07 Sep 2009 19:34:20 +0000

Bike ride across the Queensboro Bridge (59th Street) from Manhattan into Queens. Video is played back at 2x the normal speed.

Video: Bike Ride Across the Brooklyn Bridge

Seth @ nyc bike maps — Thu, 03 Sep 2009 12:17:25 +0000

Bicycle ride across the Brooklyn Bridge going from Brooklyn to Manhattan on Friday August 21st. The ride starts at the entrance to the Brooklyn side of the bridge’s path at Adams Street and ends near City Hall at the end of the bridge’s bike path.

Play back at 2x the normal speed

Video: Bike Ride Across The Manhattan Bridge

Seth @ nyc bike maps — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 07:55:55 +0000

A bike ride across the Manhattan Bridge from Manhattan into Brooklyn. The eight minute trip is played back at double speed in this four minute video.

Book: “Bicycle: The History” By David V. Herlihy

Seth @ nyc bike maps — Fri, 28 Aug 2009 22:51:16 +0000

Google Books has a sizable portion of David V. Herlihy’s book “Bicycle: The History”. A very interesting read for anyone interested in history and bicycles.

Video: Ride on the Grand Street Bike Lane

Seth @ nyc bike maps — Wed, 26 Aug 2009 11:42:25 +0000

Video of a bike ride along the Grand Street bike lane from Thompson St to Chrystie St on my way to the Manhattan Bridge. This bike lane has been rather controversial [ streetsblog curbed gothamist nytimes ]

Note: Video playback is 2x

Video: Bike Ride Down Broadway

Seth @ nyc bike maps — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 00:14:15 +0000

Bicycle ride down Broadway in New York City from Columbus Circle at 59th Street to Herald Square at 33rd Street. Video playback is twice the normal speed, so it will seem much faster than normal.

Escape New York: Saturday, September 26, 2009

Seth @ nyc bike maps — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 09:23:06 +0000

The New York Cycle Club’s annual Escape New York bike ride will be held on Saturday, September 26, 2009 .

Routes: Choose from three clearly marked Escape New York options:

7:00 am: Century Challenge, 100 miles. A rolling full century through beautiful Bergen and Rockland counties.

8:00 am: Rockland Roll, 65 miles. Ramble on lightly trafficked roads to scenic Rockland Lake State Park.

9:00 am: Piermont Pleasures A half century to the charming and historic village of Piermont on the Hudson.

Fees

$35 till 9/12

$42 till 9/22

$50 on 9/26 at Sakura Park/cash only

Official Escape NY site

2009 Car-Free Summer Streets

Seth @ nyc bike maps — Sat, 22 Aug 2009 08:30:57 +0000

Summer Streets are coming back in August…

For three Saturdays in August, New York City will have a 6.9 mile car-free path leading from the Brooklyn Bridge in Lower Manhattan to the East 72nd Street entrance of Central Park. The street closures will occur from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. on three consecutive Saturdays in August, the 8th, 15th and 22nd. The streets to be closed are Centre Street, Lafayette Street, 4th Avenue and Park Avenue.

Press Release:

The largest Summer Streets location will be a reprise of last year’s Manhattan event where 50,000 people enjoyed the traffic-free environment. On Saturday, August 8^th, 15^th and 22^nd from 7 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Manhattan route will run for 6.9 miles from the Brooklyn Bridge via Lafayette/Centre Streets, 4^th Avenue and Park Avenue up to 72^nd street, while key cross-town streets will remain open to vehicles crossing the route.

Additional Summer Streets:

Summer Streets Events in all Five Boroughs

Bronx

Bronx Summer Walks – 167^th Street between Gerard and Cromwell Avenues, Saturday June 20^th, 27^th and July 11^th, 12 p.m.- 4 p.m., Sponsored by Local Development Corporation of the Bronx.

Brooklyn

Williamsburg Walks – Bedford Avenue between North 4^thand North 9^th Streets, Saturday June 6^th, 13^th, 20^th, and 27^th and July 4^th and 11^th, 12 p.m.- 9 p.m., Sponsored by Neighbors Allied for Good Growth, L Magazine.
Summer Streets on Vanderbilt – Vanderbilt Avenue between Dean Street and Park Place, Sundays in June, 12 p.m.- 5 p.m., Sponsored by Prospect Heights Neighborhood Development Coalition.
Summer Plazas, 5^th Avenue – 5^th Avenue between 48^th and 52^nd Streets, Sunday July 19^th, 26^th and August 2^nd, 11 a.m.- 6 p.m., Sponsored by Sunset Park BID.
The Sunday Scene on Knickerbocker – Knickerbocker Avenue between Suydam and Starr Streets, Sunday July 19^th, 26^th and August 2^nd, 11 a.m.- 5 p.m., Sponsored by Ridgewood Bushwick Senior Citizens Council.
Pitkin Saturday Plazas – Pitkin Avenue between Strauss and Thomas Boyland Streets, Saturday September 12^th, 19^th, and 26^th, 11 a.m.- 5 p.m., Sponsored by Pitkin Avenue BID.
Move About Myrtle – Myrtle Avenue between Clinton Street and Emerson Place, Sunday September 6^th, 13^th, 20^th, and 27^th, 11 a.m.- 7 p.m., Sponsored by Myrtle Ave Partnership.
Montague Summer Space – Montague Street between Hicks and Clinton Streets, Sunday September 13^th, 20^th, and 27^th, 10 a.m.- 6 p.m., Sponsored by Montague BID.

Manhattan

Meet the Street – East 4^th Street between Bowery and 2^ndAvenue, Saturdays in June, 3 p.m.-8 p.m., Sponsored by Fourth Arts Block.
Stanton Street Summer Sundays – Stanton Street between Allen and Orchard Streets, Sunday August 23^rd and 30^th and September 6^th and 13^th, 1 p.m.- 6:30 p.m., Sponsored by Lower East Side BID.

Queens

46^th Street Weekend Walks – 46^th Street between Queens Boulevard and Greenpoint Avenue, Saturdays in August, 11 a.m.- 8 p.m., Sponsored by Sunnyside Shines BID.
Astoria Water Walk – Shore Boulevard between Astoria Park South and Ditmars Boulevard, Sunday August 9^th, 16^th, and 23^rd, 11 a.m.- 4 p.m., Sponsored by Astoria Park Alliance.

Staten Island

Van Duzer Days – Van Duzer Street between Wright and Beach Streets, Saturday August 1^st, 8^th, 15^th, and 22^nd, 12 p.m.- 8 p.m., Sponsored by Downtown SI Council.

Video: Ride on the Prince Street Bike Lane

Seth @ nyc bike maps — Sat, 15 Aug 2009 21:29:48 +0000

Here is a video from a recent bicycle ride on the Prince Street bike lane in Manhattan, which was one of the first painted bike lanes in NYC.

Bicycle Access Bill and Office Buildings

Seth @ nyc bike maps — Thu, 30 Jul 2009 02:19:44 +0000

The New York City Council passed the Bicycle Access Bill* providing a framework for negotiating bicycle access and storage in office building. The bill, while far from guaranteeing access, should improve the current process and give more bike commuters the option of storing the bike in their office, as opposed to out on the street. * officially known as Intro 871

As always, StreetsBlog provides a great summary:

What does this all mean for bike commuting in New York? Well, the change won’t happen overnight. The bill takes effect in 120 days, and then it’s up to individual tenants to petition their building managers for access (we’ll explain how to do this in a future post). Odds are, as Kaehny told me, “it’s going to be a fight the whole way.” The bill sets the stage for thousands of mini-battles between bike-commuting tenants and landlords who will try to claim exemptions from the law. Ultimately, the bill will be judged a success if bike commuters come out on top in the vast majority of those fights. [ full article ]

Transportation Alternatives on the passage of the bill

Today, the New York City Council passed Intro. 871, the Bicycle Access Bill, by a 46-1 margin. When signed by Mayor Bloomberg, the new law will enable tens of thousands of would-be bike commuters to bring their bikes into the workplace. Fear of bicycle theft is the number-one reason seasoned bicyclists do not bike to work.

The Bicycle Access Bill requires commercial buildings to allow bicyclists entry, provided there is space set aside by their respective employers to accommodate them. Bicycling is the fastest-growing mode of transportation in NYC, and Transportation Alternatives is campaigning to double cycling by 2011 using tools like the Bicycle Access Bill. Encouraging bike commuting not only supports a more sustainable New York City, it also improves the health of New Yorkers.

“No other city in the country has a policy like the one City Council passed today,” says Paul Steely White, Executive Director of Transportation Alternatives. “When we open the doors of New York City’s workplaces to cyclists, tens of thousands of commuters are going to get on two wheels.”

According to the New York Times:

The law passed on Wednesday with a vote of 46 to 1, with Councilman Erik Martin Dilan of Brooklyn voting no.

If you like the progress New York is making in becoming more bike friendly, please consider becoming a member Transportation Alternatives. Not only will you be supporting bike advocacy, but you also get discounts on bike shops around the city.

Queens Around the World Bike Map

Seth @ nyc bike maps — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 02:00:43 +0000

The NYC Department of City Planning’s newest bike map provides a meandering bike route through eighteen miles of Queens streets and greenways. Queens is the most ethnically diverse county and this bike route highlights the diverse communities and historic districts that make the borough unique. More info on the

The Queens Around the World bicycle tour takes you along on-street and off-street bicycle lanes and greenways through parks, by shops and into neighborhoods where diverse communities create vibrant street life filled with an incredible array of music, shopping, and cultural events. As you pedal from neighborhood to neighborhood, you can sample from an eclectic variety of cuisines. The tour offers a number of destination options where cyclists can ride by a historic building or park your bikes and enjoy a museum or a delicious meal. Other points of interest include galleries, public art, cultural institutions, houses of worship, architectural gems and historic districts.

The tour is designed so cyclists can take a single 18 mile ride or multiple short rides. The route often parallels the 7 subway line, nicknamed the International Express and designated as a National Millennium Trail, but gives riders a street-level, interactive experience.

Queens Around the World Bike Map – NYC Department of City Planning

Downloadable Maps (pdf)

Front (2.77 MB) map of route through Queens

Back (1.09 MB) points of interest with short descriptions

Print Copy (4.82 MB) an 8-page document for printing on 8.5 x 11 paper

2009 Tour de Bronx: Sunday October 18

Seth @ nyc bike maps — Wed, 15 Jul 2009 08:52:56 +0000

The Tour de Bronx is the largest free cycling event in the country and gives riders the choice between a 25 mile and 40 mile route (and the choice of several starting locations and options to extend the ride). Since the Tour de Bronx offers cyclists of all skill levels a great ride it is no surprise that it is New York City’s largest free cycling event.

The Tour de Bronx starts 19 days, 9 hours ago on October 18th, so mark your calendars and register early.

Multiple Routes and Starting Locations to Choose From

The 25-Mile Ride:
A leisurely ride tailored to every age and skill level. You will ride at approximately 11 mph on flat, open stretches. This ride goes through the Bronx Greenway bike paths, historic districts, the Bronx shoreline, parklands and various neighborhoods. Ride marshals and police escort this route to help ensure comfort, and of course, safety. It’s a one-of-a-kind experience and a great way to see the Bronx.
* Please note that this ride is 35 miles if you choose the Riverdale start.

The 40-Mile Ride:
A significantly faster ride covering greater distance in the same amount of time. You will ride at approximately 15 mph on flat, open stretches. This ride ventures farther to City Island, SUNY Maritime College, and Orchard Beach. This ride is recommended for experienced cyclists who are comfortable riding in traffic. (There is no safety cell on this ride; children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult).
* Please note that this ride is 50 miles if you choose the Riverdale start.

Choose a Starting Point:
- Henry Hudson Park in Riverdale (8:15 am check-in)
- Muskrat Cove, Woodlawn Metro-North Station: (8:30 am check-in)
- New York Botanical Garden Metro North Station: (9 am check-in)
- Bronx County Building at 161 Street & Grand Concourse: (10 am check-in)
- Coop City to Brooklyn Botanical Garden (8 am Check-in)

Both the 25-mile and 40-mile routes leave from all four locations, but if you start in Riverdale, you will add 10 miles to the distance you ride.
More info and directions at the official Tour De Bronx site

For more information and to register, visit TourDeBronx.org.

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2009 Tour de Queens: July 12th 2009

Seth @ nyc bike maps — Tue, 14 Jul 2009 08:01:01 +0000

Mark your calendars the Tour de Queens is happening July 12th 2009. Registration opens May 26, 2009

The Tour de Queens is a leisurely paced 20-mile ride open to riders of all ages and skill levels. The course is mostly flat, and will go along waterfronts, greenways, through parks and industrial and historic neighborhoods.

Please note: Limited registration will be available on ride day starting at 8AM check in on a first come first serve basis at Flushing Meadows Park near Unishere and Queens Museum of Art but placement is not guaranteed.

For more info and to register visit TourdeQueens.org

2009 Tour de Brooklyn: Sunday June 7

Seth @ nyc bike maps — Tue, 26 May 2009 02:13:32 +0000

Mark your calendars the Tour de Brooklyn is happening June 7th, 2009. Registration is open now

The Tour de Brooklyn is a leisurely paced, 18-mile bike tour along a relatively flat route that starts June 7, 2009 at 9:00am.

Registration is free and required. [there's a 2,000 person limit on the ride]

Day-of Event Registration will be available at New Dock St. and Water St. in Dumbo from 8-9 am on Sunday, June 7th. See you there!

Sunday June 7th, 2008: Check-in: 8 am Line-up: 9 am Ride: 9:30 am

For more information visit TourDeBrooklyn.org.

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Bike Month in New York City – May 2009

Seth @ nyc bike maps — Fri, 01 May 2009 23:23:05 +0000

May is Bike Month in NYC and there are plenty of bicycling events going on in and around New York City. BikeMonthNYC.org has the most comprehensive coverage, including an Event Calendar.

2009 Five Boro Bike Tour: Sunday May 3rd

Seth @ nyc bike maps — Wed, 29 Apr 2009 02:07:40 +0000

New York’s Five Boro Bike Tour is the largest recreational cycling event in the United States. Every year on the first Sunday of May, over 30,000 riders participate in the 42 mile ride around New York City. The route, closed to automobile traffic, takes riders through all five boroughs of New York City, across five major bridges, and finally across New York Harbor on the Staten Island Ferry. It is a lot of fun for cyclists of all skill sets and highly recommended.

~~Register early ($48 before March 13), as they sold out last year almost a month in advance.~~Sold Out Please check the comments for those trying to sell or find tickets.

View the route map

Sunday, May 3rd, 2009 Rain or shine
6:30-7:45 a.m.: Tour lineup. Head toward Battery Park, in Lower Manhattan, and follow the marshals’ directions.

7:45-8:00 a.m.: Opening ceremonies with city officials and others at the start stage.

8:00 a.m.: The ride starts!

11:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.: Festival at Fort Wadsworth, Staten Island, with finish at the Staten Island Ferry

Grand Street Protected Bicycle Path

Seth @ nyc bike maps — Sat, 18 Oct 2008 21:56:35 +0000

Streets Blog has confirmed that the existing Grand Street bike lane between Varick and Chrystie is being replaced with a protected bicycle path. The bike path will be located on the far right of the street separated from traffic by a 3 foot curb and is the first cross town bike route separated from traffic. More info in the DOT proposal (PDF).