Cycling enthusiasts are not just athletes; they are adventurers, constantly seeking new challenges and pushing the limits of human endurance. Among the most formidable trials they face are the world’s toughest cycling climbs. These daunting ascents test the mettle of even the most seasoned cyclists, blending grueling physical effort with the breathtaking beauty of nature’s […]

2024 Olympic Photo Gallery: Photographer and ‘man-about-town’ John Thomson was very busy in Paris during the Olympic Games, and so after his very popular ‘Montmartre Olympic Road Race Photo Gallery’, he has put together a part 2 – More great memories from Paris. *** You can see more of John Thomson’s photo galleries HERE. *** […]

Can’t get away from your busy schedule for a whole five or six-night vacation or looking for a cycling trip at a lower price point? Introducing four-night trips for a quick dose of fantastic food, top-notch support, and invigorating rides through beautiful landscapes. Book one of these trips below and get away for the perfect […]

I’ve got some exciting news for you. This fall, airfares have plummeted to some of the lowest we’ve seen in the past few years! I did some sample searches for itineraries aligning with our European trips on Google Flights, and the prices were hundreds of dollars lower than average. For instance, a small airport like […]

Choose-your-own adventure in Toronto’s backyard, with views of the Niagara Escarpment (including her infamous climbs), horse farms, former railways, and historic villages. Nestled in the heart of Ontario, Caledon is a picturesque region that offers an unparalleled blend of scenic beauty and outdoor adventure, making it a prime destination for both road cycling and mountain […]

This past June we brought a group of cyclists on a two-day 120km rail trail ride in the Kawarthas Northumberland region. Our route took us west from Campbellford to Peterborough, and on to Lindsay then north to Fenelon Falls. This weekend ride, the Trent Severn Trail Tour, was one of our supported weekend tours, known […]

Road Bikes Road bikes are the epitome of speed and efficiency on paved roads, crafted to provide an exhilarating and seamless riding experience. Characterized by their lightweight frames, thin tires, and drop handlebars, these bikes are engineered to minimize resistance and maximize performance. The streamlined design allows riders to adopt an aerodynamic position, essential for […]

We are excited to announce our expanded private trip destinations for 2024 & 2025. Gather a group, pick one of our epic locations, and leave the rest to us! We live for this stuff. Are you dreaming of a cycling getaway with friends, family, teammates, or co-workers, yet you’re hesitant because you know it takes planning, […]

Nestled in the heart of Perth County and best known as the home of the Stratford Festival, Stratford is quickly becoming a destination for cycling, boasting routes from easy in-town loops to back-country gravel adventures. With a growing number of bicycle friendly businesses, the city offers a variety of unique accommodations, restaurants ranging from fine […]

After searching far and wide for a unique gravel trip destination, we are launching a new trip, and it’s what gravel dreams are made of. We are headed to the Chiricahua Mountains to discover the undiscovered in Arizona and New Mexico. If pushing your gravel limits, seeing untouched beauty, and riding somewhere not many have […]

TORONTO (June 25, 2024) – Cycling Canada and the Canadian Olympic Committee have announced the roster of Team Canada cycling athletes nominated to compete at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The 21 athletes are: BMX Racing: Molly Simpson (Red Deer, Alta.) Mountain Bike: Isabella Holmgren (Orillia, Ont.) Gunnar Holmgren (Orillia, Ont.) Road: Olivia Baril (Rouyn-Noranda, […]

  This is the big show. This is the bucket-list ride. This is the most incredible, one-day bicycle tour of the best and brightest city in the universe. The TD Five Boro Bike Tour. Every year, 30,000+ riders take to the car-free streets of New York. Starting at Battery Park, riders venture unencumbered through all 5 Boroughs […]

Do you want to know where to get the best ice cream cone in Missoula? Are you looking for that secret fishing hole that nobody else has heard of? Does part of your family want to cruise epic backcountry gravel routes on the bike, and is the other part into hunting huckleberries and epic views […]

Article originally published on the 2017 #TDFBBT Original Rider Guide and Program. Click on the image below to download a PDF of the article and enjoy a first-person account of the origins of the world’s largest charitable bike ride.   The post The origins of the TD Five Boro Bike Tour, as told by its […]

Steve Bauman at the TD Five Boro Bike Tour   I’ve been acquainted with Steve Bauman, the father of the TD Five Boro Bike Tour, since my days with Bike New York, which began nearly a decade ago, but I’ve never really known him: I was in communications, and Steve’s forte was logistics, so he […]

The following was written for Beth Heyde in 2020   Beth Heyde, Bike New York’s former Senior Event Manager and the driving force behind our sustainability initiatives, died in November 2019 at the age of 41 from pancreatic cancer. She is survived by her husband, Jon, and their daughter, Ella. Photo by Sam Polcer.   […]

Click on the image below to download a PDF of the 2021 TD Five Boro Bike Tour Official Ride Guide and Program, which has essential information for riders, news from Bike New York, and more.   TDFBBT 2021 Program           The post 2021 #TDFBBT Official Ride Guide and Program appeared first on […]

Click on the image below to download a PDF of the 2022 TD Five Boro Bike Tour Official Ride Guide and Program, which has essential information for riders, news from Bike New York, and more.             The post 2022 #TDFBBT Official Ride Guide and Program appeared first on Bike New York.

Here at Bike New York, we’re providing free bicycles to New York City asylum seekers thanks to a partnership with the Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs (MOIA), the New York City Department of Transportation (DOT), the New York City Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS), Unlimited Biking, Trek Bicycles, and Kryptonite. This program aims to […]

New York, NY – Bike New York, a leading non-profit organization focused on empowering New Yorkers and their communities through biking, is pleased to announce the appointment of Bev Lacy as its new Chief Development Officer. Bev is a highly accomplished development professional with an extensive track record of success in raising funds for non-profit […]

  Biking has a rich and diverse history that includes the contributions of many talented Black athletes and enthusiasts. From Major Taylor, the first Black world champion cyclist, to present-day Black biking groups and current cyclists, Black cycling culture is a vibrant and thriving community that deserves recognition and celebration. Let’s take a look at […]

  To kick off Black History Month, we want to highlight the rich legacy of Black cycling in New York City and remind you that we’re riding through time and honoring Black biking history with our Black History Month Bike Ride on Saturday, February 25.  As we commemorate Black History Month, let us acknowledge and […]

Nové Město na Moravě, Czech Republic (May 15, 2021) – After a gold medal finish last weekend at the opening round of the UCI Mountain Bike World Cup, Norco Factory Team’s Carter Woods once again proved to be the strongest rider in the men’s U23 field, winning another gold in Nové Město na Moravě, Czech […]

Ottawa, ON (March 2, 2020) – Cycling Canada wishes to express its support of the courageous statement given this week by Canadian athlete Maggie Coles-Lyster regarding abuse when competing for the Lares-Waowdeals Women Cycling Team, now known as Doltcini-Van Eyck Sport. The UCI has opened a formal investigation into the Doltcini-Van Eyck Sport women’s team […]

Milton, ON (January 25, 2020) – Canada started off the Tissot UCI Track Cycling World Cup in Milton with a bang, winning medals in all three events it entered, including a gold medal in the women’s Team Sprint. Canadian riders also won bronze medals in both the women’s and men’s Team Pursuits, making this one […]