Ride the Rockaways - Recap
Thursday, August 22, 2024 - Recap
Reach the Beach!
App. 18 miles
Thursday, August 22, 2024
9:15AM
Join in for a fairly easy and interesting 18-mile urban trek followed by an afternoon at one of New York's most beautiful ocean beaches.
The route embarks from the Lower East Side, goes over historic Manhattan Bridge, through downtown Brooklyn and then across car-free Prospect Park. From there we will cycle over to Ocean Parkway and ride along America's oldest bike path. The route continues along the Belt Parkway Bike Trail over the scenic Marine Parkway Bridge and onto the Rockaway Peninsula in Queens, where we'll pass by the US Army's Fort Tilden compound. Our destination, Riis Park, is a mile-long stretch of glorious Atlantic surf with Art Deco bathhouses and a famous and very gay east beach. After some sun and fun on the beach, riders have the option of cycling to nearby A train and ferry stations, or biking back to Brooklyn for the 2 and 5 trains.
CHECKLIST: multi-speed bike, helmet, sun block/glasses, lock, water bottle, spare tube, bell/whistle, bungee cord, beach gear. Bring or buy food at concession stands and food trucks.
MEET: Pre-registered cyclists gather at 9:30 a.m. sharp at SE corner of Chrystie and East Houston streets (near Whole Foods Market). Rain cancels; if in doubt contact leaders.
David # 646 315-3422
Glen # 202-904-0025
Ride Details
| Distance | App. 18 miles |
| Start Location | SE corner of Chrystie and East Houston streets (near Whole Foods Market). |
| Date | Thursday, August 22, 2024 |
| Meet Time | 9:15AM |
| Start Time | 9:30AM |
| Level | B - Steady Eddy, C - Easy Rider |
| Speed | app 10 - 15mph on city streets |
| Ride Organizer | David W. |
Riders
David W.
D W
David W.
Meredith W.
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RIDE LEVEL KEY
A - Speed Freak - Fast paceline ride
B - Steady Eddy - Moderately paced ride
C - Easy Rider - Gentle paced ride
The 'Ride Speed' indicates the target cruising speed on flat roads.
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