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Nothing gets me more excited about summer cycling than bike touring. I still have yet to make my rounds on routes throughout NYC but I’ve asked a couple of friends who ride here about their favorite paths and tips for the ride. Below are just a few routes to share and some stops to check out along the way.
Brooklyn Bridge
Ride across Brooklyn Bridge from Manhattan to Dumbo.
Tip: Stop for a picnic in Brooklyn Bridge Park. You can also make plans for an evening ride and watch outdoor movies there.
Here’s a map of a sample ride.
The 6.1-mile loop through Central Park, treelined and often free of cars.
The Hudson River Greenway.
Ride the waterfront path all the way from Battery Park to the Little Red Lighthouse.
Ride the waterfront path all the way from Battery Park to the Little Red Lighthouse.
Tip: Ride to Battery Park City. It has views of the Statue of Liberty and sailboats on the Hudson River. In a few places—downtown, midtown and uptown—you can grab some bites to eat and cool off. Here’s a map of the bike path around Manhattan.
Wondering how to plan a bike tour? Check out a post I did on D.I.Y Bike Tour Planning.
I’d love to hear about your experiences and tips. Anyone have any suggestions about Brooklyn?
I’d love to hear about your experiences and tips. Anyone have any suggestions about Brooklyn?