Bicycling Events Calendar New York State
Cycling Events New York State
Biking Events Calendar
2013 Cycling Events Calendar New York StateA bicyclist can choose to ride in any of the 200 Major New York State Bicycling Events listed on this Calendar. This is the most comprehensive chronological list of NYS bicycling events on the internet or in print.
Updates: We try to update the NYS Major Bicycling Events Calendar once a week during the cycling season. We move events which have occurred to the Events Accomplished List; add new events; add additional information to current listings, etc. Bookmark this page. Check this Cyclotour events web page often! As of today, June 13, 2013 there are 64 major bicycling events listed on this page. As Harvey Botzman and Cyclotour Guide Books gathers and compiles the remainder of the approximately 200 cycling events we shall add those events to this Calendar.
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Bicycling event promotors & directors: In 2013, and thereafter, your organization must be a member of the New York Bicycling Coalition to be listed on its events calendar. Email nybc@nybc.net for additional infomation.
The Criteria for inclusion in the Calendar is just above the Event Information Form near the bottom of this page.
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June 15, Sat, Jon Dechau Memorial Time Trial, Genesee Valley Cycling Club, PMB 191, 2604 Elmwood Ave., Rochester NY 14618, 585 www.gvccracing.com, info@gvccracing.com. Dist: time trial, ~37 km. out & back course, NY 245, Reg: on line reg., pre-reg fees, $20.00, jrs; $30.00, other cats; 8:00-9:45 AM reg on day of event. Start: Naples Park, NY 245, Naples NY; pre-reg cyclists will have start time listed day before this event. Notes: This is wine country.
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June 16, Sun, Marilla: Queen Stage of the Championship Series & Team Series, Buffalo Bicycling Club, www.buffalobicycling.com, RJOHNSON15761@roadrunner.com.
June 22, Sat, Adirondack 540 Preview, Adirondack Ultra Cycling, 7 Pearl St, Schuylerville NY 12871, 518 583-3708, www.adkultracycling.com, john@adkultracycling.com. Dist: 136 mi./218 km.; very hilly; 12 hr time limit. Reg: no fee; reg online; no pledges; show up & ride! Start: Wilmington NY. Notes: Part of UMCA’s Ultracycling Cup competition (see ADK 540 info for World Cup & RAAM qualifers), one lap, 136 mi. of the Adirondack 540 course. The ADK 540 weekend is Sept. 14-16, 2012. Sponsors: Gordini, Road ID, Cygo Lite, Light & Motion, Origin 8, HRRT, Hammer Nutrition Endurance Fuel, Roohan Realty, Bonacio Construction, JJC Technology Consultants, Old Saratoga Motor Inn, Dovegate Inn B&B, Super 8 Motel Saratoga Springs, The Saratoga Hilton, Alpine Country Inn & Suites, Stewart’s Scoop Convenience Stores, The Mill LLC. Retro Image Jerseys.
June 22, Sat, The Ride for Roswell, Roswell Park Alliance Foundation, Elm & Carlton Sts., Buffalo NY 14263, 716 843-7433, www.rideforroswell.org, rideforroswell@roswellpark.org. Dist: 3/8/20/30/44/62.5 mi. + peloton & virtual riders. Reg: adults: $10.00+ by 6/21/12; $50.00+, day of event; + adult pledge min, $150.00; youth (14 & younger): $10.00 + $50.00 pledge min; Peloton, $15.00 + $1000.00 pledge min; virtual rider, $10.00 + $150.00 pledge min. Start: Baird Pt., Univ. of Buffalo (North); 6:30 AM, 12 mi Peloton; 7:00 AM, 62.5 & 44 mi; 7:30 AM, 33 mi; 9:00 AM, 20 mi; 10:00 AM, 8 mi; 11:00 AM, 3mi. Notes: Picnic at finish line w/food, beverages, kids tent, prizes, & entertainment. Sag support, frequent rest stops, fire/police vigilance, route guides, & mechanics on all routes. Sponsors: West Herr Automotive, Bert’s Bikes, Dunkin’ Donuts, Wegmans, Sahlen’s, Subway, Berrafato’s Mississippi Mudds, Coca-Cola Bottling Co of Buffalo, Rich Products, Dave & Busters, Perry’s Ice Cream, Subway, Tim Hortons, NFTA-Metro, University of Buffalo, West Herr Automotive, New Era Headgear, Praxair, Superior Group, FedEx Trade Networks, Flynn & Friends, Danforth, Amgen, Modern Corporation, Buffalo Bisons Baseball, New Buffalo Shirt Factory, Sterling United, All Season Party & Tent Rental, Willson Canadian Customs Brokerage, DuPont, FedEx, Ferguson Electric, First Niagara, Modern Corporation, Pactimo, Twin Village Recycling, Danforth, Ingram Micro, Cameron, Local Edge, WGRZ.com Channel 2, FM 97 Rock, 104.1 WHTT, 1033 Edge, United Graphics, Flynn & Friends, Saia Communications, Guerrilla Video, Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Western New York, First Niagara Financial Group, United Healthcare, Eberle & Sciandra, Rite Aid, Uncle Bob’s Self Storage, Buffalo Athletic Club, KmartMygofer.com, Pactimo, Cameron.
June 23-26, / Aug. 25-28, Sun-Wed, Niagara Falls Pathways, WomanTours, 2340 Elmwood Ave, Rochester NY 14618, 585 256-9807, www.womantours.com, info@womantours.com. Dist: 25-50 mi per day. Reg: $1250.00, includes lodging, breakfasts, lunches, dinners, snacks, entrance fees; $175.00 extra, for bike rental; single upgrade, $330.00. Start: Niagara Falls NY. Notes: cue sheets, maps, van support, & trained guides.
June 23-Aug. 10, Sun-Wed, Journey Along the Erie Canal, Our Ability, Delmar NY 518 429-9256, http://info.ourability.com/journey_along_erie_canal, doug.hamlin@ourability.com. Dist: 350+ mi. by 20 mi. segments. Reg: donations accepted at donation page; fund raising amount is self-set. Start: each day has a new start location, see the schedule on the web site. Notes: We are biking, boating and walking this 350 mile journey to raise funds for Adaptive Sports, Education and Employment support of people with disabilities programs here in New York State. Disability Education Forum of New York (501c3) is collecting the funds and will distribute accordingly in New York! Our goal with this Journey is to raise $100,000. We have $50,000+ pledged to date. If you want to come out for a day, sign up as an individual or team. Set your own fund raising goal on our donation page. If you wish to only financially support, we thank you for your support. While we’re traveling on our bikes across New York, our cameras will be following. We’ll be able to provide daily video and blog updates on our website (ourability.com). Sponsors: New York State Canal Corporation, Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor, New York State Department of Environmental Conservation, New York State Office for People with Developmental Disabilities, New York State Services for Individuals with Disabilities, SEFCU, Price Chopper, Goodwill: NY NJ.
June 26, Sun, Owasco Flyer Bicycle Race, Owasco Velo Club, PO Box 1506, Auburn NY 13021, 315 252-7611, www.owascoflyer.com, jackkirch@juno.com. Dist: 36 mi. Reg: fee, $40.00; no pledges; show ups/bike ups, OK; on line reg. Start: check in & reg; mass race start, 10:00 AM, Seawall Shelter, Emerson Pk, north end of Owasco Lake, Auburn NY. Notes: $1,000.00, in cash prizes split among elite racers & age group cyclists + medals; Challenging and scenic course around Owasco Lake one of the beautiful NYS Finger Lakes; 1st 200 to enter receive t-shirt; post race refreshments for all participants; free parking at Auburn HS; $2.00 parking at Emerson Pk. This is a “citizen” race, USAC lic not required; see other rules on web site. Sponsors: AAI Auburn Armature, Owasco Velo Club, Geneva Bicycle Center, Terry Precision Cycling, Syracuse Bicycle, Road ID, Wegman’s, PowerBar, Astor Chocolate, Upstate Farms, Chobani, Rogue’s Harbor Brewing Co., Auburn YMCA, iAGT, AAI: Auburn Armature Inc, Mack Studios Displays, Goulds Pumps/ITT Industries, Owens-Illlinois, Camp David clothing, First Flight, Welch Allyn, Thumpernet.com, Michaels & Smolak Trial Lawyers, Sullivan & Associates Wealth Mgt, Medical Records EMR Practice Mgt., Pinnacle Investments, Crouse Radiology Associates, Six Chiropractic, Dr. Vance’s family chiropractic, Baldwin Massage. Eye Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeons of Central NY, J Shadow Apparel.
June 29-30, Sat-Sun, Raccoon Rally Cycling Festival, Heart Rate Up!, PO Box 168, Buffalo NY 14240, 716 574-0888, www.heartrateup.com, heartrateupinfo@yahoo.com. Dist: Several mtb & road events over two-days; USAC road race. Reg: Mtb & road fees, $30-50.00 entry fee. Most other events, no charge. Start: Allegany St Pk, Salamanca NY. Notes: The largest cycling festival event weekend in our region open to all skill levels including road race, xc, stxc, downhill & trials, children, tween, teen & junior’s events.
June 30, Sun, Charlie’s BMX: NYS BMX Series, New York USA BMX, Charlie’s BMX Track, Charlie’s BMX Track, 4400 1/2 Dutch Hollow Rd., Elery Center NY, 716 386-4269 www.charliesbmx.org, charliesbmxtrack@hotmail.com. Dist: by cat. Reg: $20.00, for all qualifier events; pre reg preferred; form on line, see rules; National BMX League lic necessary & available; show ups, O. K. Start: 9:00-11:00 AM; 12:00 PM, 1st gate drop; check event web site. Notes: track is in Bemus Point on Chautauqua Lake.
June 30, Sun, Discover Hudson Valley Ride, Bike New York, 475 Riverside Dr 13th Fl, New York NY 10115, 212 870-2080, www.bikenewyork.org, info@bikenewyork.org. Dist: 15/30/50/75/100 mi.; 15 mi. on Hudson Valley Rail Trail; timed climb (136 ft./1.4 mi.) on 33/50/75/100 mi. routes, various options for families. Reg: fees, adults, $65.00; youth (14 & <) $35.00; on line pre-reg. preferred & ends 6/25/13; bike ups on day of the ride, hey come on along! No pledges. Start: start/finish at Waryas Park, Poughkeepsie NY; 100 mi., 7:30-8:15 AM; 75 mi., 7:45-9:45 AM; 50 mi., 8:45-10:00 AM; 33 mi., 9:30-10:30 AM; 15 mi., 9:30-10:30. Notes: Metro-North goes to Poughkeepsie, see “getting there” on web site. Go through countryside in NY; sag; stocked rest stops; post ride festival; Sat activities listed on web site.
June 30, Sun, LDA Cycle Classic Road Race & Tour: 2nd Annual, LDA Life and Learning Services, 1650 South Ave Ste 200, Rochester NY 14620, 585 263-3323, www.ldarochester.org, events@LDARochester.org. Dist: 22/36 mi. ride; 36 mi. race. Reg: fee, $45.00, adult; $30.00, 17 & under; no pledges; show ups, come ride with us. Start: 8:30 AM Hunt Hollow Ski Club, 7532 County Road 36, Naples NY. Notes: 8:00 AM, reg; 9:15, pre-race announcements; 9:30 AM, race begins; 9:35 AM, tour begins.
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Erie Canal Bicyclist & Hiker Tour Guide, 2nd Edition, 2012 Rev.
Finger Lakes Bicyclist's Tour Guide, 2nd Ed., 2011 Rev.
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'Round Lake Ontario 3rd Edition, 2013 Revision
'Round Lake Erie: A Bicyclist's Tour Guide, 2nd Ed., 2011 Revision
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July 7-14, Sun-Sun, Cycling the Erie Canal, PTNY, 29 Elk St, Albany NY 12207, 518 434-1583, www.ptny.org, eriecanaltour@ptny.org. Dist: 400 mi. Reg: fee, $650.00; camping tour other lodging paid by the participant; no show ups. Start: Albany NY. Notes: 8 day camping tour partially along the historic Erie Canal; sag; luggage transfers.
July 7, 2013, Sun, Tour de Queens, Transportation Alternatives, 127 W 26th St Ste 1002, New York NY 10001, 212 629-8080, www.tourdequeens.org, events2@transalt.org. Dist: 19 mi./30 km. Reg: $15-20.00, limited to 1250 cyclists; sign up at web site for update emails; on line reg form; no show ups/bike ups. Start: 7:00 AM, reg. & ck. In; start, 9:00 AM, Astoria Pk., Queens NY. Notes: helmet required; water; metrocard (no SAG facilities); patch kit, tire irons, tube, pump, & knowledge of how to change a bike tire; camera; bike lock; money to purchase a t-shirt. Sponsors: Brooklyn Brewery, Cabot Cheese, Kind Snacks,
July 8-17, Sun-Wed, Classic Central New York, Classic Adventures, PO Box 143, Hamlin NY 14464, 585 964-8488, www.classicadventures.com. Dist: 25-45 mi per day. Reg: $3,189.00 per person includes transfers, lodging, breakfasts & dinners. Start: Rochester/Pittsford NY. Notes: complimentary Trek bicycle; fully equipped for touring; rolling to hilly; historic sites.
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'Round Lake Ontario 3rd Edition, 2013 Revision
'Round Lake Erie: A Bicyclist's Tour Guide, 2nd Ed., 2011 Revision
July 8-17, Sun-Wed, Classic Central New York, Classic Adventures, PO Box 143, Hamlin NY 14464, 585 964-8488, www.classicadventures.com. Dist: 25-45 mi per day. Reg: $3,189.00 per person includes transfers, lodging, breakfasts & dinners. Start: Rochester/Pittsford NY. Notes: complimentary Trek bicycle; fully equipped for touring; rolling to hilly; historic sites.
July 13, Sat, Grindstone Island Bike Trek, Thousand Islands Land Trust, 135 John St., Clayton NY 315 686-5345, www.tilandtrust.org, treks@tilandtrust.org. Dist: tba. Reg: free, but register in advance at, http://www.tilandtrust.org, or by sending an email to: treks@tilandtrust.org. Start: 8:30 AM, Land Trust Office, 135 John St., Clayton NY, for transportation to the island. Space is limited. Notes: The ride will be led by life-long summer resident Mark Behan and will include Potters Beach, the Heineman Family Preserve and the Delaney Bay Marshland, as well as the historic and cultural buildings of Grindstone. The tour will culminate at one of Grindstone’s NY State Parks, so bring a picnic lunch!
Sat-Sun, Saratoga 12/24, Adirondack Ultra Cycling, 7 Pearl St, Schuylerville NY 12871, 518 583-3708, www.adkultracycling.com, john@adkultracycling.com. Dist: as many mi./km. you can ride in 12 or 24 hrs. Reg: $30.-90.00, depending upon event; reg online; no pledges; show up & ride! Start: Schuylerville NY. Notes: fully marked rolling 32 mi. course along the Hudson River in northeastern Saratoga ounty. Complete weekend of ultra events for every level of bicyclist: *Saratoga Challenge, 24 hr. race; *Hudson River Ramble, 12 hr. race; *Nighthawk, 12 hr. night time race (see lighting requirements); *Triple Lap Challenge, 96 mi.; One Lap Fun Ride, 32 mi.; Midnight Madness, 1 lap/32 mi. All events are sanctioned by & are part of the UMCA Ultracycling Cup. Sponsor: Hammer Nutrition. Gordini, Hammer Nutrition Endurance Fuel, JJC Technology Consultants, Old Saratoga Motor Inn, Dovegate Inn B&B, Super 8 Motel Saratoga Springs, Alpine Country Inn, Stewart’s Scoop Convenience Stores.
July 13, Sat, Tour De Keuka, Tour De Keuka /JDRF, 29 Algonquin Dr., Horseheads NY 14845, 607 765-8783, www.tourdekeuka.com, tourdekeuka@gmail.com. Dist: 12/45/55/100 mi. Reg: $10.00 + $65.00 donation or fund raising; reg begins at 6:45 AM; show ups, come ride with us. Start: staggered. 7:30 AM-10:30 AM based on distance, Hammondsport Fire Dept, 8521 State Route 54, Hammondsport NY. Notes: no helmet no ride; road route signs; complimentary beverages, fruit & snacks; sag & sweep support. Sponsors: Oswald Cycle Works, Kingsbury’s Cyclery, Wheels Unlimited, Corning Catering Station II, Tops Markets, Coca Cola, Corning, Kimball Realty Group. Dandy Mini Mart.
July 13, Sat, Tour de Perry, www.tourdeperry.com, ejacobs1@rochester.rr.com. Dist: 17/53 mi. Reg: fee, $25.00; on line reg. & paper reg. Start: 8:00 AM, Village Park, Perry NY. Notes: 17 mi. route is basically flat around Silver Lake; 53 mi. loop through Letchworth State Park w/3000 ft. of climbing.
July 14-17, Sun-Wed, Bike Tour of the Finger Lakes: Seneca & Keuka Lakes Tour, Go ‘n Groove Spinning Divas, 13761 SW 84 Ct, Palmetto Bay FL 33158, 305 338-8058, www.goandgroove.com, kansleo@goandgroove.com. Dist: 98 mi. Reg: fee, $1250, single occupancy; $850.00, double occupancy; all inclusive tour; lodging at small inns; no show ups; day ride only options; Airfare not included. Start: Sat. night, pre-dinner drink & dinner; Sun., start, Ithaca NY; see web site.
July 14, Sun, Gold Coast Tour, Huntington Bicycle Club, PO BOX 322, Huntington Station NY 11746, 516 626-0556, www.huntingtonbicycleclub.org, goldcoastchair@huntingtonbikeclub.org. Dist: 12/25/55/70/100 mi. Reg: on line reg; pre-reg. fees $25.00; $40.00, add $5.00 for day of event reg. Start: staggered start times, 7:00-9:00 AM, Thomas J. Lahey Elementary School, 625 Pulaski Rd., Greenlawn NY. Notes: sag support, stocked rest stops, marked routes, cue sheets, ANSI/SNELL approved helmet required; cycling safety & strict adherence to all cycling rules of the road are imperative. Sponsors: Bicycle Planet, Brands Cycle & Fitness, Cycles Plus, Brickwell Cycling & Multisports, Slow-Mag, Broadway Pizza & Catering, Caterbury Ales, Empire National Bank, New York Bike Lawyers.com, Thaler Gertler LLP, Eastern Mountain Sports.
July 14, Sun, Ride Laps for LAP, The League for Animal Protection of Huntington, PO Box 390, Huntington, NY 11743, 631 757-4517, www.laphuntington.org, events@laphuntington.org, Dist: laps. Reg: $5.00 per lap completed. Start: Cathedral Pines County Park, Yaphank-Middle Island Rd., south of NY 25, Yaphank NY. Notes: Mtb lap ride to help raise money for homeless animals. Refreshments and snacks will be offered & there will be a raffle for prizes; BBQ in the gazebo at noon for those who participate in the fundraiser ride. Please feel free to bring food and drinks for a post-ride barbecue; Trail Safety Patrol sponsored by CLIMB. In the event of inclement weather, this event will be rescheduled.
July 14, Sun, Six Hours of Power Mtb Races, Heart Rate Up!, PO Box 168, Buffalo NY 14240, 716 574-0888, www.heartrateup.com, heartrateupinfo@yahoo.com. Dist: 10 mi. laps in a continuous cross country mtb solo & 2 person tag team race. Reg: fees, $65-105.00 depending on cat.; online form; field limits, 100 solo, 100 teams. Start: ck. In. 7:00-9:45 AM; race starts, 10:00 AM-4:00 PM, Holiday Valley Mountain Sports Ctr, St. Rt. 219, Ellicottville NY. Notes: world class 10-mile laps of single track, fire road climbs, awesome descents; camping on site; plenty of hotels; cash prizes. Sponsors: Kenda Tires, Hayes Discs & Cranks, Princeton Tec, Sun ringle, Pro Gold Lubricants, Bike & Bean Burritos, GU Nutrition, WNYMBA, Buffalo Photo CD, Holiday Valley, Dirt Rag, DeFeet.
July 14-19,/Aug. 11-16,/Aug. 18-23, Sun-Fri, The Historic Erie Canal, Classic Adventures, PO Box 143, Hamlin NY 14464, 585 964-8488, www.classicadventures.com. Dist: 25-45 mi per day. Reg: $1,889.00 per person, includes transfers, lodging, breakfasts & dinners; Finger Lakes wine social; single person supplement, $500. Start: Rochester/Pittsford NY. Notes: non-regimented “cycle at your own pace itinerary; complimentary Trek bicycle; fully equipped for touring; country inn/hotel lodging; wineries.
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Erie Canal Bicyclist & Hiker Tour Guide, 2nd Edition, 2012 Rev.
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'Round Lake Ontario 3rd Edition, 2013 Revision
'Round Lake Erie: A Bicyclist's Tour Guide, 2nd Ed., 2011 Revision
July 19-Aug. 1, Mon-Fri, Epic Tour: Around Lake Erie, WomanTours, 2340 Elmwood Ave, Rochester NY 14618, 585 256-9807, www.womantours.com, info@womantours.com. Dist: 50 mi. per day. Reg: $2990.00, includes lodging, breakfasts, lunches, dinners, snacks, entrance fees; $175.00 extra, for bike rental; single upgrade, $330.00. Start: Cleveland NY. Notes: cue sheets, maps, van support, & trained guides.
July 20-21, Sat-Sun, Bike MS: Finger Lakes Challenge, National MS Society NYR Chapter, 1650 South Ave Ste 100, Rochester NY 14620, 585 271-0801, http://bikenyr.nationalmssociety.org. Dist: 30/67/100 mi. Reg: $50.00 + $250.00 min fundraising. Start: Keuka College, 141 Central Ave, Keuka Park NY. Notes: fully supported, rest stops, lunch, dinner, and entertainment. Soak up the views of the rolling hills of the Finger Lakes NY wine country, glistening shores of Keuka & Seneca Lakes and esteemed farms and orchards as you ride to create a world free of MS! Sponsors: Full Mood Vista Bike & Sport, Rochester Fitness & Cycling, Road ID, Primal, Bicycling Magazine, GU Nutrition, Pure Protein, Buell Automatics, Praxair, General Electric, New York Life, Novartis.
July 21-27, Sun-Sat, Bon Ton Roulet, Cortland & Auburn YMCA, 27-29 William St, Auburn NY 13021, 315 253-5304, www.bontonroulet.com, dixie@auburnymca.net. Dist: 350 mi. Reg: fee, $575.00, adults; $265.00, <18 yrs old); on line reg; no show ups; 650 riders max; no pledges. Register early, this event fills up very fast. Start: 8:00 AM, Auburn HS, Auburn NY. Notes: week long beautiful tour of NYS’s Finger Lakes region. sag support, refreshment stops, cue sheets, & evening entertainment; camp sites at schools, colleges and State campgrounds; campteling option.
July 21-26,/ Aug. 11-16,/ Sept. 22-27, Sun-Fri, Cayuga & Seneca Lakes Wine Trail, Classic Adventures, PO Box 143, Hamlin NY 14464, 585 964-8488, www.classicadventures.com. Dist: 25-45 mi per day. Reg: $2,089.00 per person includes transfers, lodging, breakfasts & dinners; single supplement, $500.00. Start: Rochester NY. Notes: rolling to flat terrain. Fully supported, b&b or motel accommodations.
July 21-26,/ Aug. 11-16,/ Sept. 15-20, Sun-Fri, Finger Lakes-Keuka Lake Wine Trail, Classic Adventures, PO Box 143, Hamlin NY 14464, 585 964-8488, www.classicadventures.com. Dist: 25-45 mi per day. Reg: $1,989.00 per person includes transfers, lodging, breakfasts & dinners; single supplement, $500.00. Start: Rochester/Branchport NY. Notes: rolling to flat terrain; non-regimented “cycle at your own pace itinerary; complimentary Trek bicycle; fully equipped for touring; country inn/hotel lodging; wineries.
July 21, Sun, GROC Fattire Festival, Genesee Regional Off-Road Cyclists, PO Box 25674, Rochester NY 14625, 585 789-1506, www.mygroc.com, mastockman@town-victor-ny.us, Dist: 1 lap = ~4 mi., x-country mtb. Reg: fee, $35-40.00, on line reg; show ups/bike ups, O. K. Start: ck in/reg., 7:00 AM, race starts, 9:00 AM; Dryer Road Pk, Victor NY; map of course and directions to Dryer Rd Pk are on the web site. Notes: recreational rider class, 1 lap/4 mi; sport rider class, 3 laps/12 mi; expert rider class, 5 laps/20 mi; cross country mtb racing for beginner, sport & expert classes; food & music; kids mtb race.
July 21, Sun, Lou Maltese Memorial NYC Invitational & Team Invitational, Century Road Club Assn, PO Box 348, New York NY 10113, www.crca.net, openracing@crca.net. Dist: 6 mi rolling circuit; dist by cat, men cat 4, 36 mi; men jrs/espoirs, 30 mi; women cat 3/4/jr girls, 24 mi. Reg: fee varies by category; NO day of race registration; reg form link on line; on line reg preferred; USCF lic. required. USA Cycling event; USCF permit pending. Start: 6:00 AM, Central Pk East Dr at 79th St, New York NY. Notes: ANSI approved helmet, required; course roadway is open to cars but traffic is light; good roadway surface. womens, mens, juniors (15-18 & 19-20 yr. olds.) & masters team events. $6000.00 prize pool.
July 21-27, Sun-Sat, The Great Big FANY Ride, PO Box 237, Singerlands NY 12159, 518 461-7646, www.fanyride.com, info@FANYride.com. Dist: 500 mi./250 mi sore fany option. Reg: sign up fee, $275.00; online reg; hotel & dinner options at additional cost; pre reg deadline; no pledges but voluntary donations accepted; no show ups. Start: Niagara Falls NY, travel east to Saratoga NY. Notes: explores the beauty of NYS’s quiet back roads with bicyclists who are serious about having fun; daily route maps; cue sheets; marked roads; sag support; Meals, bike repairs and admission fees are charged separately by the vendors. You are responsible for costs of getting to and from The Great Big FANY Ride (an optional charter bus is available).
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'Round Lake Ontario 3rd Edition, 2nd Ed., 2013 Rev.
'Round Lake Erie: A Bicyclist's Tour Guide, 2nd Ed., 2011 Rev.
Finger Lakes Bicyclist's Tour Guide, 2nd Ed., 2012 Rev.
July 25-28, Thur-Sun, QuadZilla Staged, Mark Frank, 59 Bay Knoll Rd. Rochester NY 14622, www.quadzilla.us, mfqz@rochester.rr.com. Dist: 4 consecutive 125 mi. rides. Reg: fee, $180.00; bag sag, map of all area roads, cues, rest stop snacks, post party, QuadZilla logo mementos. Start & end: Wegmans Market, NY 13, Ithaca NY; end: 1 night in Canandaigua & 1 night in Auburn; book motels early. See web site for info. Notes: randonneur style endurance event encompassing all 11 New York State Finger Lakes; front & rear lights, reflective triangle or vest; total climbing is over 28,000 ft. Sponsors: Hammer Nutrition.
July 26-28, Sat-Sun, The Hardcore 24, Park Ave Bike Shop, 2900 Monroe Ave, Rochester NY 14618, 585 381-3080, www.parkavebike.com, swarty@rochester.rr.com. Dist: 8 mile laps for 24 hours. Hey, this is a 24 hr endurance X-C race. Reg: on line (to 7/23/13) form w/fees; fees vary with age/gender, individual, team, corporate team categories & pre-reg. date; download form or on line reg; no pledges; show ups, ok. Start: Sat. 12:00 noon-end Sun., 12:00 noon; Ontario County Park, Rt 64, Naples, NY. Notes: NYS’s only 24 hr. Mtb race; limited number of campsites available at Ontario County Pk, for camping reservations call 585-374-6250 or email dpw@co.ontario.ny.us. Onanda Pk has an unbelieveably awesome view over Canandaigua Lake. Sponsor: Park Ave Bikes, Tryon Bike, Trailblazers Bike Shop, Geneva Bicycle Center, WNMCA, Specialized, Nite Rider, Crankskins.com, Hammer Nutrition, Swarty’s meat, Upstate Farms, Lloyd’s Limited Pub, Commodore Plastics, Bristol Harbour Resort, Lock Stock & Barrel, Conte Woodworking.com.
July 27, Sat, Brooklyn Wterfront Epic Ride, Brooklyn Greenway Initiative, 153 Columbia St. Brooklyn NY 11231, 718 522-0193. www.brooklyngreenway.org, jkelly@brooklyngreenway.org. Dist: 40 mi. Reg: fee, $35.00, on line reg. Start: 8:00 AM, 27 N. 6th St., Brooklyn NY. Notes: from Williamsburg to Rockaway Beach, showcasing the potential of a fully completed Brooklyn Waterfront Greenway combined with a completed Jamaica Bay Greenway. The Epic route will be marked, allowing riders to travel in a group that moves at their own pace. Rest stops with refreshments, restrooms and basic bike maintenance will be available along the route. Sponsors: Yelp, Con Edison, Icebreaker, Merino, Industry City, Brooklyn Flea, Brownstoner, Edge Hardcore Luxury,
July 27, Sat, Spoker Ride, North Country Against Cancer, 16260 Ives St. Rd., Watertown NY 13601, 315 783-6258, www.spokerride.net, poker@freewood.net. Dist: 30/50 mi. Reg.: fee, $35.00; on line reg; mail in by 7/19/13; day of race ride ups (cash/check), OK. Start: 9:00 AM, Sackets Harbor Brewing Company, Sackets Harbor NY. 8:00 AM, on site registration. Notes: prizes for the best poker hand; door prizes; post race party. Helmets, mandatory. Sponsors: Blue Cat Cycles, North Country Against Cancer, Samaritan Health.
July 27, Sat, Tour de Thompson, Thompson Healthcare Rehabilitation Services, 350 Parrish St, Canandaigua NY 14424, 585 396-6050, www.thompsonhealth.com, Dudley.Hallstead@thompsonhealth.org. Dist: 62 mi, 6000+ ft climbing /31 mi, 2000 ft climbing/15, 1400 ft climbing mi. Reg: on line reg; $35.00 by 7/15/13; $40.00, after 7/15/12 & day of event; no pledges; show ups, OK. Start: reg, 7:00 AM; Mass start, 8:00, AM; individuals can start at any time until 10:00 AM; all at Onanda Park, Lakeside Pavillion, West Lake Rd, Canandaigua NY; maps & elevation graphs on web site. Notes: rest stops; sag support on long courses; lunch at Onanda Pk when cyclist finishes. with refreshments; last food stop closes at 4:30 PM; rte. sheets; road markings; bicycle mechanics at the start; no approved helmet, no ride. Sponsors:Constellation Brands, Wegmans, Seneca Foods, Leonard’s Express Trucking.
July 30-Aug. 4, Tue-Sun, Cycling the Hudson Valley, PTNY, 29 Elk St., Albany NY 12207, 518 434-1583, www.ptny.org, Dist: 200 mi. Reg: fee, $610.00; camping tour; no show ups. Start: tba. Notes: a 6 day camping tour from Albany to NYC along the Hudson River Valley. Sponsors: Hudson River Valley Greenway, Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area, Columbia County, Dutchess County, Orange County, Rockland County, Ulster County, Con Edison, Central Hudson Gas & Electric.
Tour at your speed and with your interests in mind!
Use our New York State bicycle tour guidebooks!
'Round Lake Ontario 3rd Edition, 2nd Ed., 2013 Rev.
'Round Lake Erie: A Bicyclist's Tour Guide, 2nd Ed., 2011 Rev.
Finger Lakes Bicyclist's Tour Guide, 2nd Ed., 2012 Rev.
Aug 2-4, Fri-Sat, Montreal Double Double, Adirondack Ultra Cycling, 7 Pearl St, Schuylerville NY 12871, 518 583-3708, www.adkultracycling.com, john@adkultracycling.com. Dist: 400 mi./643 km; double century to Montreal QC, rest day in Montreal, double century return to Schuylerville NY. Reg: $400.00; reg online; no pledges; show ups; limited to 15 riders. Start: Schuylerville NY to Montreal QC & return to Schuylerville NY. Notes: part of UMCA UltraCycling Cup competition, see web site for rules; lights required; border crossing documents required (passport & other official picture ID); full support; 1st class hotel accommodations. Sponsors: Gordini, Road ID, Cygo Lite, Light & Motion, Origin 8, HRRT, Hammer Nutrition Endurance Fuel, Roohan Realty, Bonacio Construction, JJC Technology Consultants, Old Saratoga Motor Inn, Dovegate Inn B&B, Super 8 Motel Saratoga Springs, The Saratoga Hilton, Alpine Country Inn & Suites, Stewart’s Scoop Convenience Stores, The Mill LLC. Retro Image Jerseys.
Aug. 2-4, Fri.-Sun, Tour of the Catskills, Anthem Sports, Windham NY 413 314-3478, www.tourofthecatskills.com/the-race, info@anthemsport.us. Dist: Stage I, Hill Climb Time Trial; Stage II Road Race; Stage III, Road Race. Reg: fee, by cat. Sponsors: Stan’s Notubes, Verge Sport, Great Northern Catskills Tourism Office, Ulster County Tourism, Hunter Mountain, Windham Mountain.
Aug. 2, Fri, Winning Campaigns Training, New York Bicycling Coalition, Bike Walk Alliance of Westchester & Putnam, & Alliance for Biking & Walking, to be held at: The Digital Arts Experience, 170 Hamilton Ave., Ste. 100, White Plains NY. NYBC contact: PO Box 8868, NY 12208. 518 436-0889, www.peoplepoweredmovement.org/site/index.php/site/EventRegistration-Overview/4286/, nybc@nybc.net. Reg: fee, $75.00 (ABW members); $125.00, non-members by 7/12/13; reg. $100.00 ABW members; $150.00, non-members. Start: 5-9:00 PM, Fri.; 8:00 AM-6:30 PM, Sat. Break on Sat. for a bike ride. Total of 18+ hrs. of training. Notes: Registration includes snacks Friday evening, and breakfast and lunch Saturday and Sunday. A bicycle or walking tour Saturday evening is also included. Sponsors: Sram, Bikes Belong, Planet Bike, VBT, Primal Cycling Apparel, Breezer, Kryptonite, Josta Bike Stations, Team Estrogen, Clif Bars, New Belgium Beer, Dero Bike Racks, Sun, AARP, Alta Planning + Design.
Aug. 10, Sat, Shoreham BMX: NYS BMX Series, New York USA BMX, Shorham BMX, NY 25A & Defense Hill Rd. Shoreham NY 11786, 631 821-5569, www.shorehambmx.org, info@shorehambmx.org. Dist: by cat. Reg: $20.00, for all qualifier events; pre reg preferred; form on line, see rules; National BMX League lic necessary & available; show ups, O. K. Start: reg 9:00-11:00 AM; 12:00 PM, 1st gate drop; check event web site. Notes: qualifer.
Aug. 11-12, Sat-Sun, 6 Hour MTB Race & Off Road Duathlon, Park Ave Bike Shop, 2900 Monroe Ave, Rochester NY 14618, 585 657-7777x223, http://thehardcore24.com/S6.html, cgallagher1405@gmail.com. Dist: 7 mi laps/6 hrs; 850 ft of climbing. Reg: $40-$90.00, cat solo or team depenent; on line reg; day of race reg 8-9:00 AM; show ups/bike ups come and join the fun; download on line form from web site; NORBA lic not required. Start: 10:00 AM-4:00 PM, Harriet Holister Spencer Pk, Canadice Hill Rd, Canadice NY. Notes: no camping at HHSP; for accommodations, contact b.braddon@commodoresolutions.com; all participants will receive a gift; “We are skipping the t-shirts in favor of better prizes including cash pay outs; in the beautiful Finger Lakes.
Aug. 10, Sun, Bike MS Southtowns Shuffle 2013, National MS Society Upstate New York Chapter, 1650 South Ave Ste 100, Rochester NY 14620, 585 271-0801, http://bikenyr.nationalmssociety.org/. nyrevents@nmss.org. Dist: 15/30/62/100 mi. Reg: fee, $25.00 + $250.00 fund raising. Start: Orchard Park NY. Notes: sag, full support, catered rest stops, full meals. Sponsors: Road ID, Primal, Bicycling Magazine, GU Nutrition, Pure Protein, Buell Automatics, Praxair, General Electric, New York Life, Novartis.
Aug., 17, Sat, Brody’s Buddy Ride, Brody’s Buddy Ride, PO Box 382, Washington Mills NY 13479, www.brodysbuddyride.org, contact form on web site. Dist: 63 mi. Reg: on line or paper reg. form; fee, $25.00 Deposit fee, $75.00, Reg. fee, + optional $1.00 donation to the New York Bicycling Coalition for bicycling safety education & advocacy. Start: ck. In., 7:00 AM; start, 7:30 AM, Clinton High School, Chenango Ave., Clinton NY. Notes: Brody’s BUDDY™ Ride is a 63 mile bike ride signifying Trisomy-21. With Down syndrome, it is the 21st chromosome of which 3 are three copies, hence 21 x 3 to equal 63 miles. It is here that we feel, 3 copies of the chromosome, as opposed to the typical 2, is better…”More is Better”! The ride and the event which follows was established to raise awareness for Down syndrome. Sponsors: Chobani, Brodock Printers, Roser Communications Network.
Aug. 21-25, Wed-Sun, AIDS Red Ribbon Ride, AIDS Care Rochester, 259 Monroe Ave, Rochester NY 14607, 585 210-4150, www.aidsredribbonride.org, development@acRochester.org. Dist: 20/50 mi one day options; 420 mi five day option. Reg: $150.00 + $1500.00 min. fundraising; on line reg form. Start: 7:30 AM, 259 Monroe Ave., Rochester NY. Notes: All ability levels welcome from family riders to hard core cyclists; full support w/rte cue sheets, rd. marking, sag wagon, bike mechanics, stocked rest stops; continental breakfast, healthy lunch, huge dinner party w/awards ceremony. Sponsors: Bike Zone, Morgan Stanley, ACM, U-Haul, Rochester Woman Magazine, William Valenti, MD & James Wolk, Michael Beatty, Jay Rudman, Paula Silvestrone & Paul Shew, Mark Malahosky, Vicki Charles, Meg Russell, Steven Price & Norman Gell, Tim Tompkins.
Aug. 24, Sat, Tri-City Rotterdam BMX: NYS BMX Series, New York USA BMX, Tri-City BMX 520 Burdeck St. Schenectady NY 12306, 518 382-2691, www.tri-citybmx.org, tricitybmxinfo@gmail.com. Dist: by cat. Reg: $20.00, for all qualifier events; pre reg preferred; form on line, see rules; National BMX League lic necessary & available; show ups, O. K. Start: 9:00-11:00 AM, Rotterdam NY, 12:00 PM, 1st gate drop; check event’s web site.
Aug. 27, Tues, Pedal for Pets, Student Chapter AVMA Cornell University College of Vetinary Medicine, c/o Stephanie Specchio, 2016 Schurman Hall, Cornell University, Ithaca NY 14853, 607 253-3000, www.vet.cornell.edu/events/pedal/, Dist: 30/50 mi. Reg: fee, $40.00; participants sets their own fundraising goal. Start: 9:00 AM, ck. In; 10:00 AM, Bike a thon begins; 2:00 PM, Awards. Sponsors: Tompkins Trust Company, Cayuga Radio Group, WETM,
Aug. 30-Sept 1, Fri.-Sun, New York Unicycle Festival, Bindlestiff Family Variety Arts, PO Box 1917, New York NY 10009, 877 246-3537, www.nycunifest.com, cirkus@bindlestiff.org. Reg: show up & participate; suggested donation, $5-20.00. Start: see web site for times & events. “Notes: NYC Unicycle Festival will be rolling across the Big Apple! this year’s festival includes a 13 mi ride across Brooklyn, public showcases, learn to ride workshops, a trials course, unicycle sports (basketball, hockey and races), & much more. Sponsors: Unicycle.com, Bindlestiff Family Variety Arts, Bongar Biz, Dube Juggling, Playful Productions.
Sept. 1, Sun, Labor Day Weekend Downhill Race & Eastern States Cup + NYS Championship Event, Plattekill Bike Park, 469 Plattekill Mountain Rd, Roxbury NY 12474, 607 326-3500, www.plattekill.com, info@plattekill.com. Dist: see web site for details. Reg: see web site for details.
Sept. 7, Sat, AIDS Ride for Life, Southern Tier AIDS Program, 501 S. Meadow St, Ithaca NY 14850, 607 272-4098, www.aidsrideforlife.org, crotella@stapinc.org. Dist.: 42/50/90/100 mi. Reg: fee, $35.00: + $300.00. min fundraising fee. Start: ck. In 6:30 AM; start, 7:00 AM, Stewart Park, Ithaca NY. Notes: sag support, celebration & prizes; rte follows Cayuga Lake Scenic Byway, a gorgeous route. Sponsors: Cayuga Ski & Cyclery, Wright Fitness & Cycling, Pectr Poke, Boatyard Grill, Gimme Coffee, ACA Baki, CTB Collegetown Bagels, Ithaca Bakery, Ciao Pizza, Corning, Cayuga Radio Group, CSP Management, Ithaca Cayuga Optical Service, Cayuga Medical Center, Excellus Blue Cross/Blue Shield.
Sept. 8, Sun, NYC Century Bike Tour, Transportation Alternatives, 127 W 26th St Ste 1002, New York NY 10001, 212 629-8080, www.nyccentury.org, info@transalt.org. Dist: 15/35/55/75/100 mi. at your pace. Reg: sliding scale reg fee, from $75.00 to $40.00, based on TA membership & date of reg. Start: 6:00 AM, Harlem Meer inside Central Pk, 110th St & Adam Clayton Powell Blvd Manhattan NY; additional start point, 6:00 AM, Prospect Pk, Brooklyn NY.
Sept. 13-15, Fri-Sun, Adirondack 540, Adirondack Ultra Cycling, 7 Pearl St, Schuylerville NY 12871, 518 583-3708, www.adkultracycling.com, john@adkultracycling.com. Dist: 136 mi./218 km./544 mi./875 km.; 53 hour time limit for full 544 mi. race. Reg: $50.-300.00, depending on event; reg online; no pledges; no show ups; lights needed. Start: Wilmington NY. Notes: 4 races in 1 weekend; 136 mi, 272 mi, 408 mi; & 544 mi qualifying race for 2014 Race Across America; all events are non drafting; held on a 136 mile loop; very hilly. Course is along the shores of Lake Champlain and through the Adirondack Mts. See ADK 540 Preview Ride, 6/22/13. Races cover one, two, three and four laps of this scenic and demanding course. We even offer a one lap over two days event for riders that want to maximize their enjoyment of this event, and partake in everything the area has to offer. Sponsors: Gordini, Road ID, Cygo Lite, Light & Motion, Origin 8, HRRT, Hammer Nutrition Endurance Fuel, Roohan Realty, Bonacio Construction, JJC Technology Consultants, Old Saratoga Motor Inn, Dovegate Inn B&B, Super 8 Motel Saratoga Springs, The Saratoga Hilton, Alpine Country Inn & Suites, Stewart’s Scoop Convenience Stores, The Mill LLC. Retro Image Jerseys.
Sept. 15, Sun, Bike MS: East End Ride, National MS Society, Long Island Chapter, 40 Marcus Dr Ste 100, Melville NY 11747, 631 864-8337, natale.raimo@nmss.org, PMASTROTA@NMSSLI.ORG. Dist: 25/50/100 mi. Reg: fee, $50.00 + $150.00 fundraising minimum. Start: 1574 County Rd. 39, Southampton NY. Notes: fully supported. Sponsors: Primal, Pure Protein, POP Chips, Snapple, Raw Revolution, King Kullen, Glaceau Vitamin Water, Blue Diamond, Uncle Wally’s, Paneta Bread, Vitalicious, Crystal Water, Private Brands, Amateur Radio Emergency Service, Blue Knights, Order of the Elks Southampton Lodge 2574, Bridgehampton National Bank, Monster, Bicycling Magazine, Novartis, Zwanger-Pesiri Radiology, TEVA, EMD Serono.
Sept. 20-22, Fri.-Sun, Cycle for the Cause, The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Community Center, 208 W. 13th St., New York NY 10011, 212 620-7310, www.cycleforthecause.org, kkentner@gaycenter.org. Dist: 275 mi./3 days, Boston MA to New York NY. Reg: on line, it is almost impossible to determine the fees and fundraising requirements without registering for this event. Start: Framingham, MA. Notes: ully-supported ride either way and it is our job to make sure that you are taken care of-meals, route, sleeping accommodations, medical services, and bike mechanics. Sponsors: Echelon Cycles, Al’s Cycle Solutions, High Gear Cyclery, Here Media, The Advocate, Metro Source.
Sept. 21, Sun, Bike MS 2013 Hudson River Ramble, Upstate NY Chapter, National MS Society, 1650 South Ave Ste 100, Rochester NY 14620, 585 271-0801, http://bikenyr.nationalmssociety.org, nyrevents.nmss.org. Dist: 10/30/62/100 mi. Reg, $25.00; fund raising min., $250.00. Start: Schodack NY. Notes: sag, full support, catered rest stops, full meals. Sponsor: Road ID, Primal, Bicycling Magazine, GU Nutrition, Pure Protein, Buell Automatics, Praxair, General Electric, New York Life, Novartis.
Sept. 21-25, Sat-Wed, Brita Climate Ride: NYC to DC, Climate Ride, 114 W Pine St, Missoula MT 59802, 406 322-3448, www.climateride.org, info@climateride.org. Dist: 300 mi. Reg: fee, $75.00 + $2400.00 fundraising; on line reg form. Start: New York NY. Notes: includes all meals, accomodations, bike support, luggage transport, nightly speaker series.
Sept. 27, Fri, Ride for Missing Children: Syracuse, Natl Ctr for Missing & Exploited Children, 275 Lake Ave, Rochester NY 14608, 585 242-0900, www.rideformissingchildren.org/syracuse/index.html, kaspenleiter@ncmec.org. Dist: 100 mi. Reg: on line form; $300.00 min. pledges. Start: 8:00 AM, The Central New York Family Sports Center, 7201 Jones Rd., Syracuse NY. Notes: this is not a race…. We ride together as a Team - averaging 15-18 mph on the flat portion of the course escorted by members of the New York State Police, local police and sheriff’s departments. This means traffic is halted for the riders!. Our destinations along the route are designated schools where our arrival is the highlight of a safety education program that has been attended by the children of each school. Sponsors: Syracuse Bicycle, the Bikery, Empower Federal Credit Union, CNY Central.com, Macy’s, BJ’s Wholesale Club, Dumac Business Systems, Selflock Screw Prods.
Oct. 13, Sun, Eastern Regional Championship Finals & Eastern States Cup Finals, Plattekill Bike Park, 469 Plattekill Mountain Rd, Roxbury NY 12474, 607 326-3500, www.plattekill.com, info@plattekill.com. Dist: see web site for details. Reg: see web site for details.
Oct. 13, Sun, Fall Festival Mountain Bike Race, Heart Rate Up!, www.heartrateup.com, heartrateupinfo@yahoo.com. Dist: tba. Reg: fees tba. Start: Holiday Valley Mountain Sports Center, Ellicottville NY. Notes: Sponsors: Ellicottville Bike Shop, Kenda Tires, Pro Gold Lubricants, Once Again Nut Butters, Dirt Rag Magazine.
Oct. 13, Sun, Piermont Bike Festival, Piermont Town, Flywheel Park, Piermont NY 845 358-2221, www.piermontbikefestival.com, rachel@mackevents.com. Dist: tba. Reg: tba. Start: 12:00 noon-6:00 PM, FlyWheel Park, Piermont NY. Bike Expo all day; Piermont Bike Challenge, start tba.
Oct. 14, 2013, Sun, Tour de Bronx, Transportation Alternatives, 127 W 26th St Ste 1002, New York NY 10001, 212 629-8080, www.tourdebronx.org, info@transalt.org. Dist: 25/40 mi. Reg: free, 9:00 AM, Grand Concourse & E 161 St, Bronx NY. Start: 9:00 AM. Notes: helmet required; water; metrocard (no SAG facilities); patch kit, tire irons, tube, pump, & knowledge of how to change a bike tire; camera; bike lock; money to purchase a t-shirt.
Nov. 16, Sat, Rivers & Lakes Century, Adirondack Ultra Cycling, 7 Pearl St, Schuylerville NY 12871, 518 583-3708, www.adkultracycling.com, john@adkultracycling.com. Dist: 100 mi. Reg: $30.00, reg online; no pledges; show up & ride! Rain or shine; entry fees are non-refundable & non-transferable. Start: check in, 7:00 AM; ride start, 8:00 AM, 7 Pearl St., Schuylerville NY. Notes: scenic ride through Saratoga County along the Hudson & Mohawk Rivers, Saratoga & Ballston Lakes. Dress accordingly for the conditions. Bring lights. Unsupported on the road but food at the start & finish + Hammer Nutrition gels, drinks, & bars to take along with you. See rider checklist. Sponsor: Gordini, Hammer Nutrition Endurance Fuel, JJC Technology Consultants, Old Saratoga Motor Inn, Dovegate Inn B&B, Super 8 Motel Saratoga Springs, Alpine Country Inn, Stewart’s Scoop Convenience Stores.
May 1, Tue-Thurs, NYC Bike Month, Transportation Alternatives, 127 W 26th St Ste 1002, New York NY 10001, 212 629-8080, www.BikeMonthNYC.org, www.transalt.org, info@transalt.org. Dist & locs: vary by day & time. Reg: free; go to the web site or contact Transportation Alternatives for details of Bike Month NYC activities & events. Event reg by 2/23. Start: check & recheck web site for exact locations/times/types of the 100 bike events celebrating bicycling in the metro NYC region. Sponsors: Transportation Alternatives & the New York City Department of Transportation; other sponsors TBA. NYC Dep’t. of Parks & Recreation, GreeNYC, NYC Dep’t. of Health & Mental Hygiene.
June 6-8, Fri-Sun, Great Finger Lakes Bicycle Tour, Southern Tier Bicycle Club, PO Box 601, Binghamton NY 13902, 607 722-6005, www.southerntierbicycleclub.org, amueller1@stny.rr.com. Dist: 21/100 mi & other options. Reg: $90.00 + $3.00 club membership fee; pre-reg necessary; 250 riders only; no pledges; show ups ok, must pay $10.00 late fee after 5/11 deadline. Start: 2:00 PM, Hidden Valley Group Camp, Watkins Glen St. Pk., Watkins Glen NY. Notes: 3 days of touring in the scenic southern Finger Lakes, NYS; includes cpgd, 4 catered meals, maps, sag wagon, repair service & entertainment; cabin bunk, $5/$10.00 extra; off-road options each day; STBC jerseys, $40.00 extra; t-shirts, $15.00 extra.
2013 NYS Major Bicycling Events Accomplished!
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'Round Lake Ontario 3rd Edition, 2010 Revision
'Round Lake Erie: A Bicyclist's Tour Guide, 2nd Ed., 2009-10 Revision
Calendar Listing Form 2013
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A major bicycling event is open to folks other than the club or sponsoring organization's members and may have sponsorship support from a business or a public entity. A fee may or may not be charged. It might benefit another group (charity or otherwise), a bike club, the sponsoring organization, or the bicyclist. Regular or intermittently (e. g., once a month) scheduled club rides are listed only if they have a significant purpose and at the discretion of this Calendar's compiler.
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Miscellaneous Information
In 2013. Harvey is very busy revising his books, bicycling, and performing advocacy duties with the New York Bicycling Coalition, Rochester Cycling Alliance and Canal New York Business & Marketing Alliance. He might have to go back to full time work to get a break from all of his retirement activities! He is unable to list major bicycling events from Ontario, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Vermont, Massachusetts, and Connecticut this year.
For the past 5 years we have distributed regional bicycling events calendars to all media sources in each NYS tourism region. The increased media coverage of bicycling events can be attributed to Cyclotour Guide Books & the NYBC's efforts to publicize bicycling events throughout the State.
The 2002 and 2001 Major Bicycling Events in New York State Reports can now be read or downloaded directly from our web site. These Reports analyze number of participants and sponsors of these events. To read these Reports, Click: Bicycle Events Reports If you find this Report information helpful, please send me an email (subject line: bike event) and I'll try to analyze the 2007 Major bicycle events data.
If you or your organization is flush with cash and wants to provide a tax deductible research grant to the NYBC for the analysis of bicycling events in other years please contact the Executive Director, New York Bicycling Coalition.
Last update: June 13, 2013