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Sat, Feb 2, Cycle for Hope Spinathon, Camp Good Days & Special Times/Golisano Children’s Hospital, 1332 Pittsford Mendon Rd., PO Box 665, Mendon NY 14506, tel: 585 624-5555, www.cycleforhope.org, on line form, Dist: Spinning as many miles as possible. Benefits: Camp Good Days & Special Times and Golisano Children’s Hospital. Reg: fee, $20.00 donation per spinning hour or part of an hour at participating athletic clubs (see Start entry.) Requires pre-reg. at a participating club to reserve a stationary bike, time slot & estimate of the am’t. of time you would like to cycle. Start time: 9:00 AM - 3 PM at any of these clubs: Flex Gym and Aerobics Center, Gold’s Gym (Webster), YMCA (Penfield), The Iron Butterfly (Victor), Midtown Athletic Club, PHA Health Wellness and Fitness Centers, Penfield Fitness and Racquet Club, and the Rochester Athletic Club (Brighton-Henrietta, Pittsford and Greece Ridge). Notes: this spinning marathon is a seated bicycling event for groups led by an instructor. Participants can adjust the level of peddling difficulty to match their fitness level. You can join as a team, if by yourself we’ll assign you to a team. Team members will alternate each hour. Option to bring your own bike and indoor trainer.
Sun, Mar 9, VeloCity NYC 2008 Tour, CycleHawk.com, New York NY 10036, www.cyclehawk.com, info@cyclehawk.com. Dist: Matched Sprints, Miss & Out, Team Pursuit. Benefits: bicyclist. Reg: On line at web site, only. Start: Kissena Velodrome, Kissena NY. Sponsors: Manhattan Portage, CycleHawk 2008, N.Y. Minute Messenger & Trucking, Chrome Bike Bags, Rapha Bike luggage, knog. bike apparel, Kryptonite, Van Dessel Bikes, Crank Brothers, Phil Wood & Co., Walz Cycling Caps, Seagull Bike Bags, Swabo Cycling Management Team, Pabst Blue Ribbon Beer, Aardvark interiors.
Sat, Mar 15, Grant’s Tomb Criterium, Columbia University Cycling Team, c/o Dep’t of Physical Education, 332 Dodge Physical Fitness Ctr., New York NY 10027, www.columbiabikeracing.com, grantstombcriterium@gmail.com. Dist: Time on a 1.25 criterium course around Grant’s Tomb: women’s 1/2/3/4, 40 minutes; men’s 3/4 , 50 min.; men’s P/1/2 60 min. See flyer for other details; purse listed below. Benefits: bicyclist. Reg. info: Pre-reg. preferred. All pre-reg. at Bikereg.com no paper pre-reg. Race day reg. begins at 6:00 AM & closes 1/2 hour before start of a race rider is entering; at Grant’s Tomb Plz., between 120th & 122nd Sts at Riverside Dr., NY NY. fees: collegiate events & USCF race fees are different. unattached riders, fees + $5.00 per race charge. Start: On Riverside Dr. S., between 120th & 121st Sts., directly west of the Grant’s Tomb Plaza and south of Grant’s Tomb; beginning at 6:45 AM. Various start times depending upon the category of rider. Notes: purses for women’s 1/2/3/4; men’s ¾; men’s P/1/2/; Directions to race, including parking & lodging info. is on the web site.
Sun, Mar 30, Bicycle Swap & Flea Market, WNYMBA, www.wnymba.org, Jerrine95@aol.com (716 632 1344) or Rogeramjet@roadrunner.com. Benefits: all bicyclists. Reg info: free. Bring your stuff! See web site for reserving bike shop & other commercial booth/table/corral space. Start: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM, Main-Transit Fire Hall, 6777 Main St., Williamsville NY. Notes: An event for the entire cycling community, road, mtb, bmx, race, fitness sports cyclists, family riders. Start the season by gathering for a day to buy, sell or trade bicycle related items in preparation for the 2007 bicycle season. It will also be a venue for local bicycle shops & vendors to display discontinued or closeout items & good used equipment. There will be a bike corral where individuals can offer their used bicycles for sale and where anyone can find a great deal on a used bike.
Sun, Mar 30, Saratoga Brevet Series, Adirondack Ultra Cycling, 7 Pearl St., Schuylerville NY 12871, tel: 518 583-3708, www.adkultracycling.com, john@adkultracycling.com. Dist: depending upon dist. loops around Great Sacandaga Lake, 200 & 300 km; time llimits vary with dist. Benefits: bicyclist. Reg: fees, $20.-60.00, US dollars only; non-refundable & non-transferable; fee varies with dist. Start: 7 Pearl St., Schuylerville NY; 200 km, 6:00 AM; 300 km, 3:00 AM. Notes: Unsupported with stocked checkpoints (sandwiches, snacks & drinks). Awards by division (gender) & category. Sanctioned by the Ultra Marathon Cycling Assn. (UMCA, www.ultracycling.com) and the John Marino Competition (see UMCA web site). RUSA rules apply to qualify for PBP.
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Fri-Sat, Apr 11-12, Copake Bicycle Auction & Swap Meet, Copake Auction, 266 Rte. 7A, Copake NY 12516, tel: 518 329-1142, www.copakeauction.com, info@copakeauction.com. Benefits: bicyclists & collectors. Reg info: Free admission for buyers. Swap meet vendor fee: $20.00. Start: Friday Swap Meet, dawn ’til dusk. Saturday Bicycle Auction, 12 noon. Notes: Auction: antique thru classic period bicycles and collectibles relating to the bicycle; books, posters, photography, ephemera, advertising, tools, and parts. Bikes include: boneshakers, highwheelers, hard tire, safties, early pneumatics, pre & post war balloons. Racing items include: Tour de France collectibles & collections. Swap Meet: Bicycle enthusiasts from 29 states, Canada, Germany, England & the Netherlands sell & search for hard to find parts, accessories, & bikes, “The best bicycle swap meet in the USA!”
Sat, Apr 19, Tour of the Battenkill: The Hell of the North, Farm Team Cycling, 51 Coila Rd., Cambridge NY 12816, tel.: 518 275-6185, www.battenkillroubaix.com, promoter@battenkillroubaix.com. Dist.: 55 mi./Jrs. 12 mi. Benefits: bicyclist. Reg: fee: $30.00; juniors, $10-15.00; on line reg. only no paper reg., until 4/13/08 at bikereg.com; show ups/bike ups are welcome to reg. at the start. Some cyclist categories are even closed as of 1/4/08/ No pledges. Active duty military personnel race for free. No refunds after 4/1/08. Start: Salem School, E. Broadway, Salem NY. Last chance walkup reg., 8:00-11:15 AM, Salem School. Notes: epic paved & dirt (country/county) road course over the hills of Southern Washington County NY. Fashioned after the famous 100 year-old Paris-Roubaix race in France. Unmatched scenery; spectator friendly; largest pro/am cycling race on the east coast. Enjoy the biggest & best small town race in the USA. Free entry & other perks if racer provides a volunteer race marshal. USCF rules; gearing restrictions for jrs, aged 10-18.
Sat, Apr 26, Blessing of the Bicyclists inside the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, Bicycle Shows U.S., PO Box 37, Yulan NY 12792, tel: 845 557-6231, http://www.nycbicycleshow.com/BlessingoftheBikes/Home%20Page.html , glen@blessingofthebikes.com. Dist: 5/10/25/45/65 mi. Benefits: bicyclists, community, youth groups, & benevolent causes. Reg: Free. Show up on time, 9:00 AM, Blessing starts 10:00 AM sharp. This is a very short bicycling event. See notes on the web site. Start: 9:00 AM inside the Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine, 110th St. & Amsterdam Ave., New York NY. Notes: Regardless of your religious beliefs (The organizer happens to be Jewish - go figure!) it never hurts to have some extra help in your corner when you’re riding down Fifth Avenue in the rain during rush hour. We’ll be holding this event INSIDE the Cathedral of St. John the Divine. This is one of the great cathedrals in New York.
Sun, Apr 27, Nassau to Suffolk Bicycle Challenge, North Shore Kiwanis, 6 Orchard Ln, Sea Cliff NY 11579, tel: 516 671-0480, http://www.n2sbc.org, heydeo@gmail.com. Dist.: 100 k ride; 25/62.5/50 mi. loop on 4 courses. Benefits: North Shore Pediatric Trauma Ctr. Reg: fee: $35.00 day of event; no pledges. Show ups/bike ups come & pedal with us. On line. Start: 7:30 AM, 100k; 8:00 AM, 62.5-50 mi.; 8:30 AM, 25 mi. all at Harry Tappen Beach parking lot, 151 Shore Rd., Glenwood Landing Shore Rd. Notes: cue sheets, marked routes, sag wagon, & 4 stocked rest stops. Sponsors: Kiwanis International, Bike Works - Greenvale, Diane’s Bakery, Long Island Printing & Decal, North Shore Monuments, Maracom Marketing Communications Network, Harvey Treiber Insurance, Mr. Jay Appliances, Tower Ford, Janowitz.
Sun, Apr 27, Binghamton Circuit Race, Tioga Velo Club, Binghamton NY http://www.tiogavelo.com, info@tiogavelo.com. Dist: Circuit race. 1.6 mi. loop. 20-30 mi. each race depending on the category of the cyclist. Very spectator friendly. Reg: on line, $13.00 by 4/25/08 at bikereg; on site, $20.00; No mail in reg. Show ups O. K. Start: 10:00 AM, Kirkwood Industrial Pk, Binghamton NY. Check web site for start times by category. Notes:
Thu-Sat, May 1-31 (all month), Bike Month, Transportation Alternatives & the NYC DOT, 127 W. 26th St., Ste. 1002, New York NY 10001, tel: 212 629-8080, www.BikeMonthNYC.org, info@transalt.org. Dist & locations: check & recheck web site, after 4/28/08, for exact locations/times/types of the 100 bike events celebrating bicycling in the metropolitan New York City region. Benefits: all bicyclists who live in the New York City metropolitan area. Reg: reg. not necessary but go to the web site or contact Transportation Alternatives for details of Bike Month NYC activities & events. Start: check & recheck web site for start times. Sponsors: Transportation Alternatives & the New York City Department of Transportation.
Thu-Sat, May 1-31 (all month), Capital Bike Month, New York Bicycling Coalition , www.NYBC.net. Dist & locations: check & recheck web site, after 4/28/08, for exact locations/times/types of the 100 bike events celebrating bicycling in the metropolitan Albany region. Benefits: all bicyclists who live in the Capital District . Reg: reg. not necessary but go to the web site for details & events.
Sun, May 4, Commerce Bank Five Boro Bike Tour, Bike New York, 891 Amsterdam Ave., Rm. 101, New York NY 10025, tel: 212 932-2453, www.BikeNewYork.org, info@bikenewyork.org. Dist: 42 mi. Benefits: bicycling education programs. Reg: Registration is limited, that is, has a finite number of participating cyclists. Sliding fee scale based on date and form of reg. On line reg. No pledges. Pre-reg. is necessary. Show ups/bike ups O. K. but must register, come very early in the AM to properly register. Start time & loc.: 6:30 AM, Tour assembly, Battery Park, New York City NY. Notes: Sag support, 5 stocked (w/H2O, snacks, services) rest areas, festival at end of ride. Sponsor: Commerce Bank; NYC DOT, National Park Service, U. S. Coast Guard, U. S. Army Reserve, 77th Regional Command, U. S. Park Police; NYC Police Dep’t., Dep’t. of Parks & Rec., Fire Dep’t., Dep’t of Sanitation, Off. of Emergency Management, Sports Commission, Off. of the Mayor, Bororugh President’s Offices, PANY&NJ, MTA, NYS DOT, PATH, LIRR, NJ Transit, PATH, MTA, NYSDOT, LIRR, Metro-North Railroad.
Fri, May 9, The Ride For Missing Children - Buffalo, National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, New York Branch, 610 Main St., 2nd Fl., Buffalo NY 14202, tel: 716 842-6333, www.rideformissingchildren.org, Dist: 100 mi. Benefits: public awareness & prevention education programs about the plight of missing & exploited children. Reg: pre-reg. is necessary; reg. fee + $250.00 min. pledges or contributions. Reg. form on line. 120 rider limit. Notes: bicyclists ride together as a team, escorted by the NYS Police, County Sheriff officers, and local police officers. Rest stops are at schools along the route and riders participate in education programs at each school. Not a race. Riders will receive: cycling jersey, lunch, snacks, sag support & closing ceremony.
Sat, May 10, Montauk Railroad Century, Suffolk Bike Riders Assn., PO Box 404, St. James NY 11780, www.sbraweb.org, info@SBRAweb.org. Dist: 100 mi. Benefits: bicyclist. Reg: $25.00; $20.00 pre-reg by 4/21; 130 rider limit; fee + SBRA membership req. Start time & loc.: 7:00 AM, North Fork Bank, Mattituck NY. Notes: no show ups; spectators welcome; sag support, rest stops, goodie bag, & prizes.
Tue, May 13, 20, 27, Aug 5, 12, 19, Farmall Hill Mountain Bike Challenge Series, RV & E Bike and Skate, 40 N. Main St., Fairport NY 14450, tel: 585 388-1350, www.rvebike.com, rvebike@frontiernet.net. Dist: 2 mi. loop. Expert, 7 laps; sport, 5 laps; junior & beginner, 3 laps. Reg: $10.00 per race; $5.00, NORBA lic. required & available at reg. Just show up and ride! Spectators encouraged. Helmets required. Start: 445 Loud Rd., Fairport NY; reg 5-6:00 PM; race: 6:00 PM. See web site for map & directions to race site. Notes: race is held on private land. Helmets required. Primary sponsor: RV & E Bike & Skate Shop, others TBA.
Fri, May 16, The Ride For Missing Children - Central New York, National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, New York Branch, 934 York St., Utica NY 13502, tel: 315 732-7233, www.rideformissingchildren.org, mcamman@ncmec.org. Dist.: 100 mi. Benefits: raise public awareness about the plight of the missing children and the need for safety education. To raise funds to fully support our poster distribution program. Reg: pre-reg., by 4/1/08; $500.00 in pledges or contributions. Notes: bicyclists ride together as a team, escorted by the NYS Police and local police officers. Rest stops are arranged at schools along the route and riders participate in education programs at each school. Not a race. Riders will receive: cycling jersey, lunch, snacks, sag support, & recognition at a closing ceremony. Start: reg. 5:30 AM; ride starts, 7:45 AM.
Fri, May 16, The Ride For Missing Children - Rochester, National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, New York Branch, 275 Lake Ave., Rochester NY 14608, tel: 585 242-0900, www.rideformissingchildren.org. Dist.: 100 mi. Benefits: public awareness & prevention education programs about the plight of missing & exploited children. Reg: pre-reg. is necessary; reg. fee + $300.00 min. pledges or contributions. Start: 6:45 AM, reg.; 7:30 AM ride start Roger Robach Community Center, Charlotte Beach on Lake Ontario, Rochester NY. Notes: bicyclists ride together as a team, escorted by the NYS Police, Monroe Co. Sheriff, and local police officers. Rest stops are at schools along the route and riders participate in education programs at each school. Not a race. Riders will receive: cycling jersey, lunch, snacks, sag support & closing ceremony.
Sun, May 18, Spring 50/50, Tom’s Pro Bike/Lions Club, 3687 Walden Ave, Lancaster NY 14086, tel: 716 651-9995, www.tomsprobike.com, tom@tomsprobike.com. Dist: 50 mi. Reg: pre-reg by 4/30/08, $20.00; at event, $25.00. Start: 9:00 AM, Westwood Pk, Lancaster NY. Notes: sag support, prizes, post event party.
Sun, May 11, Bear Mountain Spring Classic, Century Road Club Assn., PO Box 20412, Greeley Sq. Station, New York NY 10001, www.crca.net, openracing@crca.net. Dist.: 14 mi. loop with rolling hills. Dist. by cat.: Pro/1/2/3, 98 mi.; 3, 70 mi.; 4, 56 mi. Reg: fee varies by category, $10-40.00. Pre-reg. only by 5/3; NO day of race registration. Reg form at web site. On line reg preferred, go to www.bikereg.com. USCF lic. required. USA Cycling event; USCF permit pending. Start: various but most at 9:30 AM, Lake Welch Recreation Area, Harriman St. Pk. Directions on web site. 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 events with cash prizes. Parking only at Lake Welch parking area in the St. Park.
Wed, May 21, Ride of Silence, Ride of Silence, Grand Rapids MI 49501, tel: 616 389-3552, www.rideofsilence.org, Mark.Hagar@rideofsilence.org. Various locations and distances in New York State. Benefits: bicyclists’ rights. Reg info: free. Notes: Join bicyclists worldwide in a free 10-12 mi. (20km.) silent-slow paced ride honoring fellow bicyclists who have been injured or killed by motorists while bicycling; to raise awareness that bicyclists have the same rights as motorists; that motorists need to be aware of bicyclists; and that motorists must Share the Road.
Wed, May 21, Ride of Silence Capital District, New York Bicycling Coalition, PO Box 8868, Albany NY 12208, tel.: 518 436-0889, http://www.nybc.net. Dist: 12 mi., passing ghost bikes.
Wed, May 21, Ride of Silence Long Island, Massapequa Park Bike Club, PO Box 231, Massapequa Park NY 11758, tel: 516 581-3819, www.massparkbikeclub.org, www.rideofsilence.org, corrsec@massparkbikeclub.org. Dist: 10-12 mi.
Wed, May 21, Ride of Silence Southern Tier, Southern Tier Bicycle Club, Binghamton NY www.stbc.com. Dist: 10 mi.
Wed, May 21, Ride of Silence Westchester, the Film The Long Ride Back, Scarsdale NY, juliawrona@yahoo.com. Dist: 10 mi. This ride was included in the film The Long Ride Back, about a bicyclist’s recovery from a crippling hit-and-run accident and his quest to ride across America to encourage bicycling and road sharing. The cyclist, Pearson Constantino, will lead the ride. He was hit on Central Ave., Westchester County, in June 2006.
Wed, May 21, Ride of Silence New York City, New York NY Dist: 8 mi.
Wed, May 21, Ride of Silence Hudson Valley, Mid-Hudson Cycling Club, Kingston NY www.midhudsonbicycle.org. Dist: 12 mi.
Sun, May 25, Tour de Brooklyn, Transportation Alternatives, 127 W 26th St, Ste 1002, New York NY 10001, tel: 212 629-8080, www.tourdebrooklyn.org, info@transalt.org. Dist: 17 mi. Benefits: advocating for bicycling in NYC. Reg: free, no fees; online reg. is strongly recommended; show ups, O. K. Start: check in, 8:00 AM; start; 9:00 AM; rain or shine; Grand Army Plz, Brooklyn NY. Notes: after ride party and Brooklyn Best Festival in Ft Green, Brooklyn NY. Sponsors: Pierless Fish, Slope Sports, Bailey Works Bags, bfold bikes, Habana Outpost, Six Point Craft Ales, Brooklyn Greenway Initiative, Commerce Bank, Deno’s Wonder Wheel Amusement Pk., Independence Community Foundation. 2009 Date: June 6, 2009.
Sat-Mon, May 24-26, Tri-State Ramble, CycleLogical Bike Tours, PO Box 307, Philmont NY 12565, www.cyclelogicaltours.com, cyclelogical@aol.com. Dist: 45 mi. Reg: pre-reg by 5/18; $98-369.00 depending on options; 50% deposit necessary. Start: 9 AM, Hillsdale NY. Notes: 25 participant limit.
Thu-Sat, May 29-31, ESG for the Physically Challenged - Long Island, NYS Off. of Pks., Rec. & Hist. Pres., 1 Empire State Plz., Albany NY 12238, tel: 518 474-8889, fax: 585 395-2310, www.empirestategames.org, susan.maxwell@oprhp.state.ny.us. Dist.: 40/80 meters, power wheel chair. Benefits: participant. Reg: events are open with no qualifying competition or previous experience required. Current NYS Drivers License, Current NYS Non-Driver Photo ID or current high school/Jr high school photo ID. College ID cards do not prove NYS Residency. Notes: Athletes receive a ESG uniform, medals & more.
Wed-Sun, May 28, Bicycle Film Festival, The Bicycle Film Festival, 70 A Greenwich Ave. #307, New York NY 10011, www.bicyclefilmfestival.com, info@bicyclefilmfestival.com. Exhibiting theaters: New York City. Submission info: submissions are accepted from 12/1/07-3/7/08. All film lengths accepted. Films of 1 minute up to short films of 10 minutes are easier to program. Submission characteristics: all bicycle subjects accepted road, BMX, MTB, narratives, docs, experimental, Hollywood, Bollywood, cycling per se, and so on. Notes: The bicycle film festival is a celebration of bicycles through film, art and music. We are accepting entries for films with a strong theme or character of bicycles. A fine thriller with one scene of a bicycle chase does not count.
Sat, May 31, Tour de Cure-Buffalo, Am. Diabetes Assn., Buffalo Office, 315 Alberta Dr., Amherst NY 14226, tel: 716 835-0274×3705, fax: 866 868-7934, www.diabetes.org/tour, touradmin@diabetes.org. Dist: 6/16/25/62.5/100 mi. Benefits: American Diabetes Assn. Reg: $25.00 + $150.00 in pledges. $30.00 reg. fee, day of tour. Start: Niagara County Community College. 100 mi., 6:30 AM; 62.5 mi., 7:00 AM; 25 mi., 8:00 AM; 16 mi., 9:00 AM; 6 mi., 9:30 AM. Notes: show ups & spectators are encouraged to participate. Sponsors: AT&T, Gold’s Gym, Johnson & Johnson, Valero, Dignity Memorial, Mayer Bros. Fruit Juices, Panera Bread, Subway, Starbucks, Coca-Cola, James Desiderio Wholesale Fruits & Produce, Salen’s Meat Products, Seneca Diabetes Foundation, Northrup Grumman, Novo Nordisk, Great Batch Building Specialties, exubrio Advertising Agency, Star 102.5 radio, WKBW-TV-DT, First Niagara Bank, M&T Bank, Walgreen’s Niagara County Bicentennial.
Sat-Sun, May 31-Jun 1, Early Bird Bike Ride, Connections of CNY, 518 James St., Ste. 110, Syracuse NY 13203, tel: 315 434 9597×202, www.connectionscny.org, info@connectionscny.org. Dist: 109/2 days. Benefits: adults with developmental disabilities. Reg. info: $25.00 + $400.00 minimum pledges in hand. Start: 9:00 AM, Medbery parking lot, Hobart & William Smith Colleges, Geneva NY., Notes: Sat., Geneva to Bath via west shore of Keuka Lake; optional 16 mi. loop to Bluff Pt.; Sun., Bath to Geneva via west shore of Seneca Lake. Fully supported including all meals, double occupancy hotel room in Bath, buffet lunch at Glenora Winery, awesome scenery. Sponsors: The Bikery (Baldwinsville), Wal-Mart, Volvo.
Sun, Jun 1, Ride the Ridge Bike Challenge, Ride the Ridge, PO Box 1773, Kingston NY 12484, tel: 914 262-8595, www.ridetheridge.org, ridetheridge@gmail.com. Dist: 5/25/50 mi. Benefits: Marbletown Volunteer First Aid Unit and the High Meadow Performing Arts Center. Reg: adults, $30.00; child under 13, $15.00; pre-reg by 5/1/08: adults, $25.00; child under 13, $10.00 + $100.00 in pledges. Start: High Meadow School, Stone Ridge NY. Notes: scenic back road rural cycling; historic houses of Stone Ridge; views of Shawangunk Ridge; ascent up West Trapps of the Shawangunk Ridge to within sight of Minnewaska St. Pk., descent to the Wallkill River. Sag wagons, food/water stops; lunch; prizes. Sponsors: Bicycling Magazine, Pinegrove Ranch & Family Resort, Chronogram Magazine, Wolf-Tec.
Sun, Jun 1, ESG Central Region Qualification Races, Tioga Velo Club, Binghamton NY, www.tiogavelo.com, info@tiogavelo.com. Dist: circuit, time trial. Reg: no fees; on line by 5/30/08; day of event reg at race venue. Show ups/bike ups O. K. but pre-reg is preferred. See tryouts on ESG summer games web site: http://www.empirestategames.org. Start: reg, 7:30 AM; actual start times: 2.8 mi. time trial, 9:00 AM; points race, 9:45 AM; all at Kirkwood Industrial Pk, Colesville Rd, Kirkwood NY. Proof of NYS residency using a current NYS Drivers License, current NYS Non-Driver Photo ID, or current hs/jr hs photo ID. College ID cards do not prove NYS residency. Notes: Any USCF registered amateur athlete who is a resident of the ESG Central NY counties (Broome, Cayuga, Chemung, Chenango, Cortland, Delaware, Herkimer, Jefferson, Lewis, Madison, Oneida, Onondaga, Oswego, Otsego, Schuyler, Tioga, and Tompkins) by April 28, 2007, may participate. Applications on Empire State Games website, http://www.empirestategames.org; & must be submitted to Ken McInerney, ESG Reg. Dir., 8488 Fathom Dr., Baldwinsville NY 13027 by mail. Sponsors: NY Lottery. 2009 Date: June 7, 2009.
Sun, Jun 1, ESG Western NY Region Cycling Qualifying Races, Empire State Games, Louis Reuter, 43 Guenther Ave., Tonawanda NY 14150, tel: 716-836-3910 (9 AM-7 PM). www.empirestategames.org. Dist.: individual time trial, road race, criterium, four man team time trial. Reg: on line reg form at ESG web site after April 10; on sit reg., 7:30 AM. Any USCF registered amateur athlete who is a resident of the ESG Western NY counties by 5/1/08 can participate. USCF lic. will be available at the trials venue. Entry forms are on line & it is preferred the cyclist submits the forms well in advance of 6/1/08. Residents of other ESG Regions must compete in qualification/trials races in their Region. Current NYS Drivers License, Current NYS Non-Driver Photo ID or current high school/Jr high school photo ID. College ID cards do not prove NYS Residency. Start: 8:00 AM, Curso Park, Bristol Center NY. Notes: Any USCF registered amateur athlete who is a resident of the ESG Western NY counties (Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, Genesee, Livingston, Monroe, Niagara, Ontario, Orleans, Seneca, Steuben, Wayne, Wyoming, and Yates), by April 28, 2008, may participate. USCF rules apply; no coaches selections. All bicycles must have a freewheel, 2 working handbrakes & plugged handlebars. Riders must wear approved helmet & ESG issued jersey at the finals. Sponsors: NY Lottery.
Sun, Jun 1, Bike Boat Bike, Suffolk Bike Riders Assn., PO Box 404, St. James NY 11780, www.sbraweb.org, info@SBRAweb.org. Dist: 25/50/65/100/125 mi. Benefits: bicyclist. Reg: TBA. Start time & loc.: 7:00 AM, North Fork Bank, Mattituck NY. Notes: show ups & spectators welcome. Sag support, rest stops, goodie bag, & prizes.
Sun, Jun 1, TVC Cat 4-5/Womens/Juniors Circuit Race, Tioga Velo Club, Binghamton NY www.tiogavelo.com, info@tiogavelo.com. Dist: circuit. Reg: online at bikereg by 5/30/08, $13.00; at race venue, $20.00; no pledges. Show ups/bike ups, come and race with us. Start: reg. 9:00-10:45 AM; race starts by cat beginning at 11:00 AM; at Kirkwood Industrial Pk., Colesville Rd., Kirkwood NY. Notes: This race runs immediately after the ESG Central Region Qualifier Races on the same course. There are three fields; Men’s Cat 4-5, Women’s Cat 4, & Juniors (up to age 21). Fields may be combined at discretion of the Chief Referee (e.g. based on field size and the wishes of the riders).
Sun, Jun 1, Tour de Cure-Utica (Verona Beach), Syracuse-Utica Am. Diabetes Assn. Chapter, ADA Tour De Cure Processing Ctr., 1701 N. Beauregard St., Alexandria VA 22311, tel: 888 342-23837, fax: 866-868-7934, www.diabetes.org/tour, touradmin@diabetes.org. Dist: 15/25/40/62.5/100 mi. Benefits: American Diabetes Assn. Reg: fee: $15.00 + $150.00 in pledges. Start: Verona Beach St. Pk., 6:15-8:45 AM depending upon distance. Notes: show ups & spectators encouraged. Sponsors: AT&T, Gold’s Gym, Johnson & Johnson, Valero, Dignity Memorial.
Tue-Sun, Jun 3-8, Empire State Senior Games, NYS Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Central Region, 6105 E. Seneca Tpk., Jamesville NY 13078, tel: 315-492-9654, fax: 315-492-4268, www.empirestategames.org/senior, Dist: 5/10K time trials; 20K road race. Benefits: bicyclists aged 50 & over. Reg: fee, $25.00; pre-reg only by 5/2/08; no show ups; on line downloadable reg form; reg form must be mailed; official gov’t. issued proof of age is required. no exceptions. Start: all bicycling events are at Greek Peak, Virgil NY; 5K TT, Sat, 6/7, 9:00 AM; 10K TT, Sat, 6/7, 11:00 AM; 20K road race, Sat, 6/7, 2:00 PM. Notes: medals awarded; affordable lodging in SUNY Cortland residence halls, $26-30.00 per night; bedding included but not towels; meals are not included. Residence halls are not air conditioned. Hotels and motels are in Cortland. New York Lottery, Anaconda Sports, Country Inns & Suites Cortland NY, Finger Lakes-Cortland County, NYS Office for the Aging, National Senior Games Assn., Cortland Regional Sports Council, Cortland County Area Agency on Aging, US Tennis Assn., TLC, New Epic, CD-PHP Medicare Choice, Humana Market Point.
Fri-Sun, Jun 6-8, Great Finger Lakes Bicycle Tour - 2008, Southern Tier Bicycle Club Inc., PO Box 601, Binghamton NY 13902, tel: 607 722-6005, www.southerntierbicycleclub.org, amueller1@stny.rr.com, Dist: 20/91 mi. Benefits: bicyclist & club. Reg: $75.00; $65.00 pre-reg by 5/23/08; + $3.00 Club membership fee (Yeah, that is $3.00 as in three!;) pre-reg. necessary, limited to 250 participants; on line doc/pdf reg. forms; spectators are welcome to watch. Start: 3:00 PM, 6/6/08, Hidden Valley Group Camp, Watkins Glen St. Pk., Watkins Glen NY. Notes: short Friday night ride plus 2 days of touring in the scenic southern Finger Lakes, NYS. The fee includes campground (w/hot showers,) 4 catered meals, maps, sag wagon support, repair service & entertainment. Cabin bunk available for $5.00 extra.
Fri-Sun, Jun 6-8, Get Your Guts in Gear: The Ride for Crohn’s & Colitis, Get Your Guts in Gear, Inc., 593 Vanderbilt Ave., PMB 108, Brooklyn NY 11238, tel.: 718 875-2123, fax: 718 875-2394, www.ibdride.org, info@ibdride.org. Dist: 210 mi. NYC to Saratoga Springs NY. Benefits: multiple charities providing Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis awareness, patient support, and disease research. Reg: $85.00 reg fee + $1900.00 min. in pledges; advance reg, required, on line reg; no show ups. Start: New York NY. Notes: fees include: Fully supported with sweep, fully stocked rest stops, meals, overnight camping accommodations, etc. Sponsors: Clif Bar, Crohn’s & Me, Lialda by Shire, Elan Pharmaceuticals, Hollister.
Sat, Jun 7, Balloon Festival Classic, Farm Team Cycling, www.farmteamcycling.org, promoter@farmteamcycling.org. Dist.: 25-75 mi. loop. Benefits: Farm Team Cycling, Cambridge NY. Reg: fee, $25.00; see web site for on line reg; pre-reg by 6/2/08. Show ups/bike ups can reg. at the start. No pledges. Start: 9:00 AM Broad St., Cambridge NY. Notes: Enjoy a weekend of festivities and what promises to be an excellent race weekend. Bring the family and stay for the whole weekend! Suggested gearing: 39/25. Sponsor: Towns & Villages of the Battenkill Valley.
Sat, Jun 7, 8th Annual River Ride for Hunger & Homelessness, Opportunities for Otsego, 3 W. Broadway, Oneonta NY 13820, tel: 607 433-8000, fax: 607 433-8013, www.ofoinc.org, info@ofoinc.org. Dist: 11-46 mi. Benefits: the alleviation of hunger and homelessness. Reg: $30.00/20.00/10.00 by age group; pre-reg by 5/16/08 to save $5.00; on line reg. form. No pledges. Show ups OK. Start: 8:00 AM; Skate House at Neawha Pk., Oneonta NY. Notes: sag support, rest stops w/restrooms, food & drinks. T-shirts while supplies last.
Sat, Jun 7, ESG NYC Region Cycling Qualifying Races, Empire State Games, 209 A Windsor Pl., Brooklyn NY 11215, tel: 212 860-1899×101, www.empirestategames.org/. Dist: men & women, 10 mi. indiv. time trials. Men: 78 mi. road race; 32 mi. criterium; 40 mi. 4 man team time trial. Women 58 mi. road race; 20 mi. criterium; 25 mi. team time trial. Benefits: bicyclist. Reg: preferred reg procedure, use on line reg form at ESG web site after April 10, 2008; on site reg., 5:30 AM, Prospect Pk.. Any USCF registered amateur athlete who is a resident of the ESG New York City counties (The Bronx, Kings, New York, Queens, Richmond) by April 28, 2008, participate. USCF lic. will be available at the trials venue. Entry forms are on line & it is preferred the cyclist submits the forms well in advance of 6/7/08. Current NYS Drivers License, Current NYS Non-Driver Photo ID or current high school/Jr high school photo ID. College ID cards do not prove NYS Residency. Start: 6:00 AM, Prospect Pk., Skating Rink parking lot, Booklyn NY. Current NYS Drivers License, Current NYS Non-Driver Photo ID or current high school/Jr high school photo ID. College ID cards do not prove NYS Residency. Notes: USCF rules apply; no coaches selections. All bicycles must have a freewheel, 2 working handbrakes & plugged handlebars. Riders must wear approved helmet & ESG issued jersey at the finals.
Sat, Jun 7, Ontario Brevet, Onondaga Cycling Club, 5137 Glass Factory Rd., Munnsville NY 13409, tel.: 315 684-7280, www.distancerider.net. Dist: 250 mi./13.5 hrs. Reg: $15.00; it is very important to read the web site info.; form on web site; show ups come ‘n join us! Start: 8:00 AM, 1119 Lake Rd., Ontario NY; public transportation & driving directions to start are on the web site. Notes: white headlight (10w + or equivalent) w/bulb; at least 1 red tail light with steady operation mode; reflective vest, sash, jacket, etc.; white and red reflectors as per NYS law.
Sat, Jun 7, Horseheads Rotary Century Ride, Horseheads Rotary 4th Annual Century Bike Tour, PO Box 472, Horseheads NY 14845, tel: 607 796-5696, www.horseheadsrotary.com, Dist.: 10/62/100 mi. Benefits: 50% Rotary’s Water Plus Campaign, 50% Horseheads Rotary High School Scholarship Fund. Reg: fee, $50.00 min. in reg fees or pledges to become a qualified rider; reg forms on line; show ups/bike ups, ok. Start: check in, 7:30 AM; 100 mi./100K, 8:30 AM; 10 mi., 12:00 noon; Wings of Eagles Discovery Ctr., 17 Aviation Dr., Horseheads NY. Notes: 30 mi rest stops; sag; free museum tours. A “qualified rider” is entitled to a t-shirt, post ride meal; chance to win a door prize. Door prizes include a Wings of Eagles Discovery Ctr. airplane ride, restaurant gift certifs.
Sun, Jun 8, Tour de Cure-Albany Stillwater, American Diabetes Assn., 7 Washington Sq., Albany NY 12205, tel: 888-342-23837, fax: 516 218-0116, www.diabetes.org/tour, ayoung@diabetes.org. Dist: 10/30/50/62.5/100 mi. Benefits: American Diabetes Assn. Reg: $25.00; $15.00 by 3/10; $20.00 by 6/2; + $150.00 in pledges. On line registration. Start: Stillwater Central School, 6:30-9:15 AM depending upon distance. Notes: The Stillwater Tour de Cure takes you through the picturesque countryside of Saratoga, Warren & Washington Counties. Full sag support, stocked rest stops. Show ups & spectators encouraged. Sponsors: AT&T, Gold’s Gym, Johnson & Johnson, Valero, Dignity Memorial.
Sun, Jun 8, Tour de Cure-Rochester, Rochester Am. Diabetes Assn. Chapter, 595 Blossom Rd., Ste. 208, Rochester NY 14610, tel: 888 342-2383, fax: 585 458-3138, www.diabetes.org/tour, rjaffarian@diabetes.org. Dist: 7/15/40/62.5/100 mi. Benefits: American Diabetes Assn. Reg: fee: $15.00 + $150.00 in pledges. Start: Mendon Ponds Co. Pk. 100 mi. at 6:45 AM; 7 mi. at 9:30 AM; other distances start at times between these distances. Notes: show ups & spectators encouraged. Sponsors: AT&T, Gold’s Gym, Johnson & Johnson, Valero, Dignity Memorial, Bike Zone, Park Ave Bike Shop, Miles to Go, Tow Path Bike Stop, Bruegger’s, Outback Steak House, Panera Bread, Wegmans, Rochester Amateur Radio Assn., Memorial Art Gallery of the University of Rochester, UNITE AFL-CIO, Rochester General Hospital, Kovalsky Cark Electric Supply, Novo Nordisk, Schuler-Haas Electric Corp, T&L Automatics, Flannery Public Relations, Freetime Magazine, Dutcher & Zarkovsky, Ernstrom & Dreste Law Offices, Flaum Mgt. Co., Pathfinder Engineers, Parts+Plus.
Sun, Jun 8, George Washington Bridge Challenge: 21st Annual, Am. Cancer Soc, 20 Mercer St., Hackensack NJ 07601, tel: 201 457-3418×2221, http://community.acsevents.org/gwbchallenge, danielle.oviedo@cancer.org. Dist: 4/10/25/33/66 mi. Benefits: the fight against cancer. Reg: on line reg; $100.00 in pledges to receive a t-shirt. Start: 7 AM, George Washington Bridge Plaza South, Fort Lee NJ. Notes: after crossing the world¹s most traveled bridge, participants take the challenge of one of several courses, post GWB Challenge picnic. Sponsors: Market Basket, Bergen Health & Life Magazine, & Quest.
Sun, Jun 8, Mansion Ride for Autism 7, Ascent School for Autism, www.mansionride.com. Dist: 16/40/62 mi. Benefits: Children with autism. Reg: $35.00, on line reg by 6/6/08. Start: ck in, 7:00 AM, rides start by dist.: 40/62 mi., 7:45 AM; 16 mi., 8:30 AM all at North Shore Synagogue, 83 Muttontown/Eastwoods Rd., Syosset NY. Notes: explores Nassau County’s incredible gold coast waterfront mansions, which serve as our well stocked, perfectly spaced rest areas; cue sheets, sag support; top fund raiser wins a stay at the Gianni Versache Mansion in South Beach FL; stays at other mansions for 2nd & 3rd prizes; free parking; pedals away at Syosett LIRR station. Sponsors: Nature’s Plus, Olive Garden, Wise Snacks, Apple & Eve juice, Bachman Pretzels, Nathan’s Famous, Stop & Shop, Powerade, Tavlin Market, Bernards Cafe, Mio Restaurant, Cafe Continental, Nassau County Parks & Recreation Dep’t. and more.
Thur, Jun 12, Mountain Bike at Thatcher St. Park, Eastern Mountain Sports, 1475 Western Ave., Albany NY 12203, tel: 518 482-0088, e0136bt@ems.com. Reg info: contact EMS. Start: 6:00 PM, Thatcher St. Pk.
Sat-Sun, Jun 14-15, The Hardcore 24, Park Ave. Bike Shop, 2900 Monroe Ave., Rochester NY 14618, tel: 585 381-3080, www.thehardcore24.com, andy@parkavebike.com. Dist: 8 mile laps for 24 hours. Benefits: Otetiana Council, Boy Scouts of America. Reg: fees vary with age/gender, individual, team, corporate categories and pre-reg. date; no pledges. Start: Sat., 12:00 noon, J. Warren Cutler Boy Scout Reservation, 7131 Gulick Rd., Naples NY. Electronic timing. Notes: NYS’s only 24 hr. Mtb race. Sponsors: Cannondale, Specialized, Niterider, Terry, Park Tools.
Sun, Jun 14, Tour de Cure-New York City, American Diabetes Assn., 333 7th Ave., 17th Fl., New York NY 10001, tel: 212 725-4925, fax: 212 725-8916, www.diabetes.org/tour, touradmin@diabetes.org. Dist.: 5/15/32/62/100 mi. Benefits: American Diabetes Assn. Reg: $25.00, DOE; $20.00, by 6/13/08; $15.00 by 3/20/08 + $150.00 in pledges. Start: Battery Park, NYC NY. Notes: show ups & spectators are encouraged to participate. Sponsors: AT&T, Gold’s Gym, Johnson & Johnson, Valero, Dignity Memorial, Tri Roads, Swedish College of Health Sciences, North Fork Bank, House of Tires-Levittown.
Sun, Jun 14, Tour de Cure-Riverhead LI, American Diabetes Assn., 333 7th Ave., 17th Fl., New York NY 10001, tel: 212 725-4925×3410, www.diabetes.org/tour, kryan@diabetes.org.Dist.: 5/15/32/62/100 mi. Benefits: American Diabetes Assn. Reg: $20.00, day of event + $150.00 in pledges. Start: Indian Island Pk., Riverhead NY, 100 mi., 7:00 AM; 63 mi., 8:00 AM; 36 mi., 9:30 AM; 15 mi., 10:30 AM; 5 mi., 11:00 AM. Notes: show ups & spectators are encouraged to participate. Sponsors: WBAB, WBLI, CW 11.
Sat, Jun 14, Whiteface Mt. Uphill Bike Race, Whiteface Mt. Regional Visitors Bureau, PO Box 277, Wilmington NY 12997, tel: 518 946-2255, www.whitefacerace.com, info@whitefacerace.com. Dist.: 7.83942 mi. ascent at 8% grade. Benefits: Brain Injury Assn. of NYS (BIANYS,) Wilmington Volunteer Fire & Rescue, Wilmington Youth Ctr. Reg: fee: $60.00, pre-reg only by 6/14/08; no day of race reg; reg form on web site. Start: 5:30 PM, Rt. 86 & Rt. 431, Wilmington NY; 4 waves launched by age group. Notes: racer is responsible for own fluid needs during the race. No aid stations will be provided along the route. Post race fruit, snacks & beverages at finish line; BBQ at Wilmington Town Beach after race. Sag vehicle will be provided to bring packs up for racers. Descent is responsibility of racer. Lodging list on web site. Awards ceremony. To qualify for “King or Queen of the Mountain” you must also enter the foot race. Sponsors: Northern Design & Building Associates, Wilkins Insurance Agency, ACO Property Advisors, AmpliVox Sound Systems.
Sat, Jun 14, MtB Dual Slalom Series, Plattekill Mountain, 469 Plattekill Mountain Rd., Roxbury NY 12474, tel: 607 326-3500, www.plattekill.com, info@plattekill.com .
Sun, Jun 15, Owego Strawberry Festival Classic, Tioga Velo Club, Otsego NY www.tiogavelo.com, info@tiogavelo.com. Dist: 17-54 mi., depending on cat. Reg: $15.00, pre-reg by 6/13/08 on line at bikereg; $25.00 at race. No pledges. Show ups ok, come race with us! Start: reg., 8:30 AM; start, 10:00 AM. Notes: Numerous fields based on age and ability! Course is one, two or three 16 mi. loops in the hills of beautiful S. Owego. Sponsors: Owego Historic Preservation Commission and the Owego Revitalization & Betterment Corp. 2009 Date: June 14, 2009.
Sun, Jun 15, Dark Horse Gallop: Campmor H2H Mtb Series, Darkhorse Cycles, 2294 Route 208 Ste. 5 Montgomery NY 12549, tel.: 845 778-6604, www.darkhorsecycles.com, darkhorsecycles@frontiernet.net. Dist: by category. Reg: on line; at race site; by category. Start: Stewart State Forest, NJ. Sponsors: Campmor, Hammer Nutrition.
Sun, Jun 15, 35th Annual Father’s Day Skyscraper Harlem Classic, Century Road Club Assn., PO Box 360, Planetarium Station, New York NY 10024, tel: 212 865-9606, www.skyscraper-harlembikerace.com, skyddwalkl@aol.com. Dist: 20-35 laps depending on USCF racing category. Reg: on site, 121st St. & 5th Ave., Manhattan NY. No pledges. Show ups/bike ups, O. K. but subject to $10.00 late fee after 6/11. On line reg. Start: 12:00 Noon, Marcus Garvey Pk., 121st St. & 5th Ave., New York NY. Notes: USCF lic. available. Adult, men’s, women’s, youth (10 yrs old +), senior races. Pro 1-2 riders by invitation only. Rock Racing, Affinity Cycles, Uptown, NYC DOT, NYC Sports Commission, SAAB, Con Edison, DeRosa, Empire Hotel Group, World Championship Sports Network.
Wed, Jun 18, Jul 16, Aug 20, Saratoga Battlefield Tour, American Heritage Bicycle Tours, 13 B Woodcliffe Dr., Clifton Park NY 12065, tel: 518 373-0988, www.americanheritagebicycletours.com, kyle@americanheritagebicycletours.com. Dist: 5 mi. Reg: free, show ups OK. Start: 5:30 PM, Saratoga Nat’l. Hist. Pk., Stillwater NY. Notes: rolling terrain; commentary and period fife music to punctuate the stories of this pivotal Revolutionary War battle commonly known as “the turning point of the Am. Revolution.”
Fri-Sun, Jun 20-22, Yankee Express, Adirondack Ultra Cycling, 7 Pearl St., Schuylerville NY 12871, tel: 518 583-3708, http://www.adkultracycling.com/yankee/index.htm, JOHN@ADKULTRACYCLING.COM, Dist: double century. Benefits: bicyclist. Reg: TBA, email promoter. Start: Fri., Schuylerville NY; Sat, Yankee game; Sun, New York NY. Notes: Celebrates the final season of the original Yankee Stadium. Included are: 2 nights at a Manhattan 1st class hotel; tickets to Yankees vs. Cincinnati Reds game; ride food each way; at least w rest stops each way; sag support & gear shuttle. Terrain, rolling hills & varied. Lights (10 wt+) necessary.
Sat, Jun 21, Scenic Bennington VT Tour, American Heritage Bicycle Tours, 13 B Woodcliffe Dr., Clifton Park NY 12065, tel: 518 373-0988, www.americanheritagebicycletours.com, kyle@americanheritagebicycletours.com. Dist. 17 mi. Reg: $36.00 by 5/21/08; no show ups. Start: 8:30 AM, Bennington Monument, Bennington VT. Notes: hilly terrain; tour features 3 covered bridges; lunch at historic Park McCullough House; optional tour & elevator ride up the 306′ Bennington Monument for spectacular views of three states.
Sat, Jun 21, SMBA Mix Up the Dirt Mtb Festival, Saratoga Mountain Bike Assn, PO Box 4792, Saratoga Springs NY 12866, www.saratogamtb.org, Benefits: mountain bikers in the Capital Region. Dist: group and individual mtb rides. Reg: no charge; email, smba@saratogamtb.org. Start: 10 AM, in the “clearing;” see map on web site. Notes; mtb demos by Trek/Gary Fisher & Jamis; mtb festival; BBQ lunch & refreshments.
Sat, Jun 21, b.i.k.e-Syracuse Tour De’Cuse, b.i.k.e.-Syracuse, PO Box 15192, Syracuse NY 13215, tel: 315 428-2453, www.bikesyracuse.org, bikesyracuse@aol.com. Dist: 10/20 mi. loop/1/4 mi. youth track.
Sun, Jun 22, Owasco Flyer Race, Auburn YMCA, 3637 Center St. Rd., Auburn NY 13021, tel: 315 252-7611, www.owascoflyer.com, jackkirch@juno.com. Dist.: 36 mi. Benefits: summer Camp-Y-Owasco for kids. Reg: pre-reg. fee, $25.00, $35.00 day of the race. Citizen race, USCF lic. not required. Start: reg., 8:30-9:30 AM; start, 10:00 AM, Emerson Park, north end of Owasco Lake, Auburn NY. Notes: first 200 riders to enter receive t-shirt. $1,100.00 in cash prizes split among elite racers & age group cyclists + medals. Post race refreshments for all participants. Free parking at Auburn HS; $2.00 charge at Emerson Park.
Sun, Jun 22, Tour de Kingston, City of Kingston, Kingston NY tel: 845 338-0431, www.tobaccofreeactioncoalition.org, anace@kingstonhospital.org. Dist: 5 mi. Reg: free; donations accepted to finance a continuing program to provide bikes to the working poor, students & families to spend time together in drug free activities; to promote bicycling, bike safety, bike clubs & drug free community events in the City of Kingston & Ulster County. Start: Deitz Stadium, Kingston NY. Notes: family friendly pace touring and visiting historic sites in Kingston; free admission to Senate House, Fireman’s Mus., Forsyth Nature Ctr.; May Sottile will conduct a tour of City Hall; discounted lodging available. Sponsors: City of Kingston NY, Kingston Hospital, Bike Brothers Bike Shops.
Sun, Jun 22, Tour de Ulster, Kingston Hospital, Kingston NY tel: 845 338-0431, www.tobaccofreeactioncoalition.org, anace@kingstonhospital.org. Dist: 12/25/30/50 mi. Reg: $15.00, individual; $25.00, family; no money, no problem. Start: Deitz Stadium, Kingston NY. Sponsors: City of Kingston NY, Kingston Hospital, Bike Brothers Bike Shops, Bridge Back Counseling Progs., TFACOUC, Walmart.
Sun, Jun 22, Jul 13, Sweat N’ Summer Century, Outside Adventures, 1154 Keyes Ave., Schenectady NY 12309, tel: 518 847-2419, www.outsideadventures.net, hikebikerunoutside@yahoo.com. Dist: 62/100. Reg: $20.00 at event. Start: 8:00 AM, Clifton Park NY.
Sun, Jun 22, ESG Long Island NY Cycling Qualifying Races, The Kreb Cycle, 10 Bell St., Bellport NY 11713, tel.: 631 286-1829, www.krebcycle.com or www.empirestategames.org, Info@KrebCycle.com. Dist: men’s, points race; women’s, time trial. Benefits: bicyclist. Reg: on line reg form at ESG web site after April 10, 2008. On site reg, 7:00 AM, Riverhead NY. Any USCF registered amateur athlete who is a resident of the ESG Long Island counties by 5/1/08 can participate. USCF lic. will be available at the trials venue. Entry forms are on line & it is preferred the cyclist submits the paper form or completes the on line form the forms well in advance of 5/4/08. Residents of other ESG Regions must compete in qualification/trials races in their Region. Current NYS Drivers License, Current NYS Non-Driver Photo ID or current high school/Jr high school photo ID. College ID cards do not prove NYS Residency. Start: reg. 7:30 AM, Suffolk Community College, Riverhead NY. Notes: USCF rules apply; no coaches selections. All bicycles must have a freewheel, 2 working handbrakes & plugged handlebars. Riders must wear approved helmet & ESG issued jersey at the finals.
Sun, Jun 22, 8 Hours of b.i.k.e.-Syracuse, b.i.k.e.-Syracuse, PO Box 15192, Syracuse NY 13215, tel: 315 428-2453, fax: 315 472-2616, www.bikesyracuse.org, bikesyracuse@aol.com. Dist: 10/20 mi. loop/1/4 mi. youth track. Benefits: Bicycles and Ideas for Kids Empowerment was created for the purpose of helping inner-city, at risk children. Reg: fee: $40.00 per cyclist 18 & older + $100.00 min. pledges; under 18, ride free; on line reg form. Start: reg., 7:00 AM; start, 9:00 AM; Skiddy Pk, Syracuse NY. Notes: bikes must be in good working condition; certified helmet must be worn; t-shirt to reg cyclists; food available for purchase. Sponsors: Black River Adventure Store, Syracuse City Police Dep’t., Syracuse City Board of Education, Syracuse Parks & Recreation Dep’t., Hartford Insurance.
Wed-Sun, Jun 25-29, Pedal for Medals Cycling Vacation, Special Olympics New York, 1 Grove St., Ste. 216, Pittsford NY 14534, tel: 585 586-7400×105, www.pedal4medals.org, www.firstgiving.com/pedalsformedals, jvalenti@nyso.org. Dist.: 300 mi./4 days. Benefits: Special Olympics of New York State. Reg: TBA, fee + pledges. Start: Saranac Lake NY to Dwyer Pk., Cortland NY. Notes: completely supported ride; lodging at excellent hotels each night; great meals; numerous beverage & snack rest stops; full sag support; Adirondacks to the Finger Lakes. Sponsors: NY Lottery, NYS United Teachers, Aaron’s Rentals, Law Enforcement Torch Run.
Sat, Jun 28, Lou Maltese Memorial, Century Road Club Assn., PO Box 360, Planetarium Station, New York NY 10024, www.crca.net, openracing@crca.net, Dist.: 6 mi. rolling circuit. Dist. by cat. Men’s 4, 36 mi.; men’s juniors/espoirs, 30 mi.; women 3/4/junior girls, 24 mi. Reg: TBA. Start: 6:00 AM, Central Pk. E. Dr. at 79th St., New York City NY. Notes: ANSI approved helmet, required. Course roadway is open to cars but traffic is light.
Sat, Jun 28, The Ride for Roswell, Roswell Park Alliance Foundation, Elm & Carlton Sts., Buffalo NY 14263, tel: 716 845-8788, fax: 716 845-8705, www.rideforroswell.org, RideForRoswell@roswellpark.org. Dist: 8/20/30/44/62.5 mi. + peloton & vitual riders. Benefits: cancer research and patients’ care at Roswell Park Cancer Institute. Reg: $15.00; $10.00 by 4/1/08; + $100.00 pledges; on line reg form including payments. Start: Baird Pt., Univ. of Buffalo (North); 7:00 AM, 62.5 mi.; 8:00 AM, 33 mi.; 9:00 AM, 20 mi.; 10:00 AM, 9 mi. 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.
Sat, Jun 28, R2k05.8 Recumbent Rally, Rochester Area Recumbent Enthusiasts (RARE), PO Box 10100, Rochester NY 14610, http://home.rochester.rr.com/rare/, r2korganizers@rochester.rr.com. Dist.: 75/25 mi. (remote start). Reg. info.: fee: No fee for bicycling event; auto entrance fee to St. Pk.; per night group camping fee at Hamlin Beach St. Pk. (30 group campers, maximum, for this event.); campers must pre-reg. by at least 6/1/08, to be assured of a campsite (Fri. or Sat. night) at this beautiful St. Pk. on Lake Ontario. Additional campsites are available by telephoning Hamlin Beach St. Pk. directly at 585 964-2462; show ups welcome. Start: 8:00 AM, main parking lot, Hamlin Beach St Pk, Hamlin NY (on Lake Ontario). Remote start at Basil A. Marcella Pk, English Rd, N. Greece NY. Notes: ride takes place entirely on Saturday, 6/30/07 & is 75 mi. from Hamlin Beach St Pk to Rochester NY & return to the St Pk; it includes flat country roads, with low traffic, followed by forested bike path to downtown Rochester’s High Falls; lunch at cyclist’s expense.
Sat-Sun, Jun 28-29, Raccoon Rally, Western NY Mt. Bike Assoc. (WNYMBA), PO Box 1691, Amherst NY 14226, tel.: 716 354-9121, www.heartrateup.com, heartrateupinfo@yahoo.com. Dist: many & varied mt. biking events and distances; trials, cross country, fun rides, night rides, kids race & events, new bike demos, food & fun. Benefits: WNYMBA, IMBA. Reg: $20.00, on-line reg., Show ups ok. Start: Various times, locations for various events at Allegany NY St. Pk., Salamanca, NY.; all day, both days. Sponsors: Shifting Gears Bike Shop, Kenda Tires, Hoss, Jagwire IS Control Systems, Hollyloft Ski & Bike, Hayes Bike Brakes, Selle San Marco Saddles, Ski Market Bikes & Skiis, WTB, Just Riding along.net, Buffalo Photo CD, Louis Garneau, ProLink Chain Lube, Lizard Skins, Wingnut, SpeedGoat Bicycles, Tom’s Pro Bike, Yakima, Mayer Bros. fine beverages.
Sun, Jun 29, Long Island Harbors Ride, Bike New York, 891 Amsterdam Ave., Rm. 101, New York NY 10025, tel: 212 932-2453, fax: 212 932-3206, www.bikenewyork.org, info@bikenewyork.org. Dist: 30/50/75/100 mi. Benefits: bicycling education programs. Reg: Sliding fee scale based on date and form of reg; on line reg; fees: by 6/6/08, adults $38.00/children $20.00; by 6/27/08, adults $42.00/children $25.00; ride day, adults $50.00/$30.00 children; No pledges. Start: 7:30 AM, depending on distnace, Suffolk County Community College, Brentwood NY. Notes: special “class on wheels” for adults, teens, young cyclists and families; festival; “Fix a Flat” & “Bike Maintenance Light” workshops. Sponsors: Snapple, Long Island CVB & Sports Commission, Suffolk Community College, Suffolk County Dep’t of Eco. Development.
Thu-Sun, Jul 3-6, Bicycling Camp at Colgate University - Adults & Families, Club Bicycling Camp c/o 988 Wittenberg Rd., Mount Tremper, NY 12457, tel.: 845 679-3205 (Brian), 585 924-5644 (Mark), brianberry@earthlink.net or mfqz@rochester.rr.com. Dist: various routes and distances. Reg info: fee, $57.00 (2 nites)-95.00 (3 nites) per person, includes food & lodging; must reg. by 6/19/08. No show ups. Pre-reg only. No refunds after 6/19. Start: Thurs., July 3. Notes: Must be a member of a NYS bicycle club. Lodging & food included.
Sat, Jul 5, 18th Annual Prologue Time Trial, Mohawk Valley Bicycle Club, PO Box 898, New Hartford NY 13413, tel: 315 853-5946, www.mvbc.us, vp@mvbc.us. Dist: 3.75 mi. Benefits: The Ride for Missing & Exploited Children. Reg: $20.00; pre-reg. $15.00 by 6/27/08; on line reg.; bike ups & show ups, OK; no pledges.
Sun-Sun, Jul 5-13, Cycling the Erie Canal, Parks & Trails New York, 29 Elk St., Albany NY 12207, tel: 518 434-1583, www.ptny.org, eriecanaltour@ptny.org. Dist: 400 mi. Benefits: PTNY. Reg: fee: $520.00. Camping w/dormitory options. No show ups. Start: 8:00 AM, Buffalo NY. Notes: An 8 day camping tour partially along the historic Erie Canal; 50% on canal path, 50% on adjacent roads.
Sun-Thu, Jul 6-10, Lake Champlain Bikeway Spring Tour, Tri-State Wheelers LLC, PO Box 809, Saratoga Springs NY 12866, tel: 518 584-3102, www.newenglandadventure.com, tmcbike@aol.com. Dist.: 182 mi. Reg: fee: $975.00; 30 riders only. Start: Burlington VT. Notes: international route around Lake Champlain, including New York, Vermont, & Quebec. All inclusive tour; motel/hotels/inns; full sag support, etc.
Thu-Sun, Jul 10-13, NMBS Windham Mountain, Windham Mountain, PO Box 459, 33 Clarence D. Lane Rd., Windham NY 12496, 518 734-4300, www.windhammountain.com, info@windhammountain.com. Dist: by category. Reg: on line; at race site; by category. Sponsors: Campmor, Windham Mountain, Hammer Nutrition.
Sat-Mon, Jul 12-14, Saratoga 12/24 Hour Ultra Race, Adirondack Ultra Cycling, 7 Pearl St., Schuylerville NY 12871, tel: 518 583-3708, http://www.adkultracycling.com/saratoga24/index.htm, john@adkultracycling.com. Dist: 32 mi. loop. Benefits: bicyclist. Reg: categories for solo cyclists, tandem riders, antique bicyclists, HPVs & teams; male and female divisions in each category. Reg. begins 6:00 PM, Friday 7/7 or 6:30 AM Sat., 7/8 at the Burgoyne Motor Inn. Start: 8:00 AM, Burgoyne Motor Inn, Schuylerville NY. Notes: RAAM Rules apply, including no drafting. See “race details” web page for specific weather, lodging & other information. Stocked (sandwiches, snacks & drinks) at each checkpoint. Awards by division (gender) & category. Sanctioned by the Ultra Marathon Cycling Assn. (UMCA, www.ultracycling.com) and the John Marino Competition (see UMCA web site).
Sat, Jul 12, Focus on Fort Carillon, American Heritage Bicycle Tours, 13 B Woodcliffe Dr., Clifton Park NY 12065, tel: 518 373-0988, www.americanheritagebicycletours.com, kyle@americanheritagebicycletours.com. Dist: 35 mi. Reg: $75.00 w/ dinner cruise; $36.00 w/o dinner cruise, pre-reg July 9th. No show ups. Start: 8:30 AM, Lake George Steamboat Co. parking lot, Lake George NY. Notes: relatively flat; optional 2 hr+ dinner cruise of the Lac du Saint Sacrement ship; ride celebrates 250th anniversary of French & Indian War.
Sat, Jul 12, Tour de Per-RY, Perry Chalk Festival, c/o Jacobs, 13 Stanton Pl., Perry NY 14530, tel: 585 237-6709, http://perrychalkfestival.com, efemborsky@genesee.edu. Dist: 16/23 mi. Benefits: Village of Perry. Reg: $20/25.00; $15/20.00 by 6/30/08.
Sat, Jul 12, Bike MS: Follow the Foothills, Nat’l. Multiple Sclerosis Society Upstate New York Chapter, 421 New Karner Rd., Ste. 6, Albany NY 12205, tel: 518 464-0960, www.msupstateny.org, kdavey@msupstateny.org. Dist: 10/30/62/100 mi. Benefits: The National MS Society. Reg: $25.00 + $200.00 in pledges. Show ups O. K. Start: 7:30 AM, Barn, Moreau Lake St. Pk., Gansevoort NY; route goes through Saratoga, Warren & Washington Counties in the Adirondack Mts. foothills. Notes: fully supported 1 day bike tour; multiple distance options for participants of abilities; dinner catered by Outback Steakhouse for all registered participants. Sponsors: Ski Market, Rick’s Bike Shop, Downtube Bicycles & Fitness, Plaine & Son Bike Shop, Panera Bread, Vermont Natural Spring Water, Freihofer’s, My Brother Bobby’s Salsa, Canteen Foods, Franklin Plaza Ballroom, National Grid, Times Union, biogen idec, U-Haul, Wal-Mart.
Sat-Sun, Jul 12-13, Owasco Stage Race, Owasco Velo Club & Auburn Rotary Club, PO Box 1506, Auburn NY 13021, tel: 315 729-3634, www.owascoveloclub.com/osr2007.htm, info@owascoveloclub.com. Dist: bicycle stage races, dist vary by class; Sat.: Stage I, East Lake Time Trial (12 mi.); Stage II, “The Prison City Downtown Criterium” (12-15 mi.); Sun.: Stage III, Owasco Challenge Road Race (45-90 mi.) Benefits: local charities designated by the Auburn Rotary Club. Reg: 6 racer categories; $55.00-80.00 depending on class; pre-reg. deadline, 11:00 AM, 7/7/08. $15.00 late fee for on site reg; online reg; USCF lic. available. Start: 9:00 AM, Emerson Pk., Auburn NY. Notes: $10,000.00+ in cash prize money; pace vehicle; sag; KOM & stage leader jerseys; primes each day of stage race; food & beverages for racers.
Sun, Jul 13, Mayor’s Cup Mountain To Lake Bike Ride, Foundation of CVPH Medical Center, 75 Beekman St., Plattsburgh NY 12901, tel: 518 562-7169, www.cvph.org/foundation, msenecal@cvph.org. Dist: 50 mi. Benefits: CVPH Travel Fund. Reg: $35.00; pre-reg. $30.00 by 6/30/08. Notes: from Whiteface Mt., Wilmington NY to Lake Champlain, Plattsburgh NY.
Sun, Jul 13, Binghamton Historic Bridge Pedal, BMTS, Binghamton NY 13902, tel: 607 778-2443, www.bmtsonline.com, Dist: 7 mi., Reg info: $3.00; $2.00 pre-reg by 7/13 at local bike shops or at the event. Start: 9:00-11:00 AM, South Washington St. Bridge, Binghamton NY. Notes: community event; pedal alongside the Susquehanna and Chenango Rivers, across landmark bridges and see historic sites. Tour guides from the Preservation Association of the Southern Tier (PAST) and the Susquehanna Heritage Area program will be at the event to speak about these special historic bridges and City landmark places.
Sun, Jul 13, Gold Coast Tour, Huntington Bicycle Club, PO BOX 322, Huntington Station NY 11746, tel: 516 626-0556, http://huntingtonbicycleclub.org/document/94104, goldcoast@huntingtonbicycleclub.org. Dist.: 12/25/50/75/100 mi.
Fri-Sun, Jul 18-20, Tri-State Trek, ALS Therapy Development Institute, 215 First St., Cambridge MA 02142, tel: 617 441-7200, www.NeedMoreCowbell.org, tristatetrek@als.net. Dist: 270 mi. Benefits: ALS Therapy Development Institute and their research efforts to cure Lou Gehrig’s disease. Reg info: fee, $135.00 + $1,800.00 in pledges. No show ups. Start: Rashi School, 15 Walnut St., Newton MA. Notes: Join the Tri-State Trek for a 270 mile bike ride from Boston to New York. The Tri-State Trek is a three-day charity bike tour to raise money & awareness for ALS (Lou Gehrig’s disease) research. The Great American BBQ Co, Anna’s Taqueria, Samuel Adams Beer, Edhart Leasing, Land America Commercial Services, the peak 107.1, wers 88.9, at home America, Chrysler Jeep of White Plains.
Sat, Jul 19, Bicycle Race for Sight, Assn. for Vision Rehabilitation & Employment, Inc., 55 Washington St. Binghamton NY 13901, tel: 607 724-2428, fax: 607 771-8045, www.avreus.org, avreinfo@avreus.org. Dist: 26 mi. Benefits: All proceeds will benefit people in the Twin Tiers who are blind and visually impaired. The race is a fundraising event for A.V.R.E. (private, non-profit agency serving people of all ages) & two local Lions Clubs’ vision programs. Reg: pre-reg. fee $20.00; $30.00 day of race; reg on line only; no pledges. Start: Reg. 8:30 AM. Race Start: 10:00 AM, Windsor NY (14 mi. E. of Binghamton NY) village green. Notes: No cash prizes, but medals & plaque awards by sex/age group. This is a citizen’s race. Gently rolling terrain of the Susquehanna R. Valley. Tandem race teams with one legally blind team member are encouraged to participate. H2O & sports drinks are available free of charge during the race; other refreshments after the race for participants. Sponsors: Binghamton Lions Club & Windsor Lions Club.
Sun-Sat, Jul 20-26, The Great Big FANY Ride, The Great Big FANY Ride, 1368 New Scotland Rd., Singerlands NY 12159, tel: 518 461-7646, www.fanyride.com, info@FANYride.com. Dist: 500 mi./7 days; average 70 mi. per day. Benefits: Double H Ranch, Lake Luzerne NY. Reg: fee: $150.-250.00 by age and options chosen, by 7/1/08; no pledges; 200 rider limit; no show ups; camping w/motel option. Start: Depart from Niagara Falls, travel east to Saratoga. Notes: explores the beauty of New York State’s back roads with bicyclists who are serious about having fun. Daily route maps; cue sheets; marked roads; sag support; & meals (not included in reg. fee) in local communities.
Sun, Jul 20, Ride for the Rescue, Rescue Mission of Syracuse NY, Dept PBt607, PO Box 11122, Syracuse NY 13218, tel: 315 701-3822, www.itsmymission.org/ride, info@rmsyr.org. Dist: 100/62/40/20/5 mi. Benefits: Rescue Mission. Reg: fee: $100.00, at start, no pre-reg; pledges not necessary; on line reg form;.show ups/bike ups are just fine & will enjoy the ride. Start: 7:00 AM, century; staggered times for other distances; Cazenovia College Athletic Ctr., Cazenovia NY. Notes: century, 62 & 40 mi rides have challenging vertical elevations; 20 mi. is a lake plain ride; 5 mi fun ride thru Cazenovia. Ride courses are along wonderful roads through rolling farmland, hamlets & villages of central New York State. Be active during the “Tour du France” ride the Rescue Ride then relax and watch the “Tour du France’s” racers at your leisure.
Sun-Sat, Jul 20-26, BonTon Roulet, Cortland & Auburn YMCA, 27-29 William St., Auburn NY 13021, tel: 315 253-5304, www.bontonroulet.com, btr@bontonroulet.com. Dist: 350 mi. Benefits: Auburn & Cortland YMCAs. Reg: fee, $485.00; pre-reg by 6/15/08, on line reg; no show ups; No pledges; 500 riders max. Start: 8:00 AM, 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.
Fri-Sun, Jul 23-27, 2008 Greater Binghamton 2008 Empire State Games, Empire State Games, NYS Off Pks Rec Hist. Pres, Albany NY 12238, tel: 518 474-8889, www.empirestategames.org. Dist: men & women, 10 mi indiv time trials Men: 78 mi road race; 32 mi criterium; 40 mi 4 man team time trial. Women 58 mi road race; 20 mi criterium; 25 mi team time trial. Benefits: bicyclist. Reg: Any USCF registered amateur athlete from NYS. Qualifying events are usually held in May & June at various venues in NYS. Current NYS Drivers License, Current NYS Non-Driver Photo ID or current high school/Jr high school photo ID. College ID cards do not prove NYS Residency. Start: Tryout/qualifying venues, by ESG region, will be posted on the web site as info is received. Check the ESG web site every week. Telephone the ESG main office for the cycling tryout/eligibility schedule in your region. Tell the ESG organizer that you saw the info on the NYBC events web page. Sponsor: NYS Lottery.
Sat-Mon, Jul 24-26, Tri-State Ramble, CycleLogical Bike Tours, PO Box 307, Philmont NY 12565, www.cyclelogicaltours.com, cyclelogical@aol.com. Dist: 45 mi. Reg: pre-reg by 5/18; $98-369.00 depending on options; 50% deposit necessary. Start: 9 AM, Hillsdale NY. Notes: 25 participant limit.
Fri-Sun, Jul 25-28, Sep 1-4, Sep 7-10, Sep 14-17, Catskill Mt. Bicycle Touring Program, Frost Valley YMCA, Post Office, Claryville NY 12725, tel: 845 985-2254, fax: 845 985-0304, www.frostvalley.org, jshafer@frostvalley.org, Dist: 35-40 mi. Reg info, fee: all inclusive, including meals, $420.00 per person, double occupancy; pre-reg, $100.00 deposit 2 weeks prior to event. Limited to 20 bicyclists. No show ups; no pledges. Start: TBA to registrants. Notes: These prices cover lodging, meals, transportation to bicycling sites, and miscellaneous activities provided by Frost Valley.
Sat, Jul 26, Spoker Ride 2008, 16260 Ives St. Rd., Watertown NY 13601, tel: 315 783-6258, www.spokerride.net, jeff@freewood.net. Dist: 30/50 mi. Benefits: American Cancer Society/Lance Armstrong Foundation. Reg.: $25.00 individual; $40.00 per 3 person team; $10.00 for each add. team member; pre-reg. by 7/18/08 preferred. Day of race show ups (ride ups!), OK. Online reg. form. Start: 9:00 AM, Sackets Harbor Brewing Company, Sackets Harbor NY. 8:00 AM, on site reg. Notes: prizes for the best poker hand; door prizes; post race party. Sponsors: Ameriprise Financial Advisors, Blue Cat Cycles, Sackets Harbor Brewing Co., Family YMCA, Westelcom, WWTI-ABC NewsWatch 50.
Sat, Jul 26, Tour De Keuka, Randy Rhoads, 29 Algonquin Dr., Horseheads NY 14845, tel: 607 974-6353, fax: 607 562-3616, www.jdrf.org/tourdekeuka, rhoadsrl@corning.com. Dist: 50/100. Benefits: Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Reg info: donation; no pledges. Just show up & ride with us! Start: 7:30 AM, 100 mi.; 10:30, 50 mi. Notes: supported tour w/ refreshment stops every 20 mi. & sag wagons. In 2007, 60 riders raised $12,500. Sponsors: Corning Inc., Kingsburg Cyclery, Wheels Unlimited, Culigan Water Conditioning, Wegmans, Pepsi Bottling Group, Arnot Health. 2009 Date: July 25, 2009.
Sun, Jul 27, Harlem Valley Rail Ride, Bike New York, 891 Amsterdam Ave., Rm. 101, New York NY 10025, tel: 212 932-2453, fax: 212 932-3206, www.bikenewyork.org, info@bikenewyork.org. Dist: Various, 22-100 mi., various options. Benefits: Harlem Valley Rail Trail Assn. Reg: See web site for reg. information. Bike ups on day of the ride, hey come on along! No pledges. Start: Millerton NY. Notes: Pre-reg. preferred. SAG, rest stops stocked with fruit and snacks. Festival at the end of the Ride. Distances and routes are varied.
Sun, Jul 27, Six Hours of Power Mt. Bike Races, Heart Rate Up! PO Box 168, Buffalo NY 14213, tel.: 716 885-4691, www.heartrateup.com, heartrateupinfo@yahoo.com. Dist: 10 mi. laps in a continuous cross country mtb solo & 2 person tag team races. Reg: $65-105.00 by category; invidudals & team; show ups & spectators encouraged; no pledges. Start: 10:00 AM-4:00 PM, Holiday Valley Ski Resort Training Center, 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: Cannondale, WTB, Kenda, Hayes Bike Brakes, Hoss, Speedgoat Bicycles, Ellicottville Bike Shop, Red Door Ski & Bike, Buffalo Photo CD, Accelerade, SOBE Life Water, Dirt Rag, DeFeet.
Fri-Fri, Jul 27-Aug 2, An Amazing Adirondack Adventure, In Motion Events, Box 192, Cayuga NY 13034, tel: 315 406-6213, fax: 315 255-0153, www.inmotionevents.net, inmotionevents@aol.com. Dist.: 300 mi. Benefits: bicyclist. Reg: fee: $530.00 by 6/1/08; no show ups. Start: 8:00 AM, Indian Lake NY. Notes: a beautiful 7 day camping tour through the 6 million acre Adirondack State Park & Forest.
Sat, Aug 2, Ride for Independence, Thompson Healthcare Rehabilitation Services, 350 Parrish St., Canandaigua NY 14424, tel: 585 396-6050, www.active.com, rfi2006@frontiernet.net. Dist: 15/30/62 mi.; 6800 ft. of climbing; elevation graphs on web site. Benefits: Thompson Health Rehabilitation Services Aftercare Program. Reg: $25.00 by 6/1; $30.00 by 7/1; $35.00 7/15/08 & day of ride. Pledges optional. Show ups, OK. Start: reg, 7:00 AM; start, 8:00 AM; Onanda Pk, West Lake Rd, Canandaigua NY. Notes: sag & repair support; rest stops on longer 2 courses; lunch at finish; t-shirts, swimming, showers, & hiking. All routes have scenic views of Canandaigua Lake. Extremely challenging metric century with 6800 ft. of climbing; elevation graphs on line. Prizes based on entry donations. Sponsor: Thompson Health.
Sun, Aug 3, Glens Falls Criterium / NYS Criterium Championship, Farm Team Cycling and Southern Adirondack Spokes Bicycle Club, www.farmteamcycling.org, www.adirondackspokes.com, promoter@farmteamcycling.org. Dist: criterium, 10-50 mi. on a 7 mi. course in downtown Glens Falls. Benefits: Farm Team Cycling & Southern Adirondack Spokes. Reg: $25.00; pre-reg. by 7/29/08 at Bikereg. Show ups & bike ups are OK. Start: Glen St. at Exchange Plz, Glens Falls NY. Notes: enjoy scenic Glens Falls. Sponsor: Towns & villages of the Battenkill Valley.
Fri-Sun, Aug 8-10, Rochester Omnium, Full Moon Vista Bike & Sport, 180 St. Paul St., Rochester NY 14604, tel: 585 546-4030, www.rochestercrit.com, critcash@frontiernet.net. Dist: time trial, criterium, & 100 mi. road race. Benefits: Wilmot Cancer Center at Strong Memorial Hospital. Reg info: fees TBA. Start: time trial, Henrietta NY; criterium, downtown Rochester NY; road race, Honeoye NY. Notes: UCI & USCF sanctioned races; all UCI & USCF rules apply. All events are free for spectators. Sponsors: City of Rochester NY, Genesee Valley Cycling Club (GVCC), Rochester Bicycling Club (RBC), Full Moon Vista Bike & Sport, JW Dundee’s Ales & Lagers, Vitamin Water, U. S. Army, Monroe County Library System, Monroe County Sports Commission, Nalgene, Kodak, DPI Commercial Printing, Amgen Pharmaceuticals, Caccamise Electric Corp., Admar Supply, Rochester Democrat and Chronicle newspaper, 1180 WHAM radio, 100.5 The Drive radio, 95.1 Fox radio, 1280 WHTK Hot Talk radio, Twin Advertising, Excellus Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Nixon Peabody Attorneys at Law, Saturn of Rochester, Blue Cross Arena at the War Memorial.
Fri-Sun, Aug 8-10, Montreal Double Double, Adirondack Ultra Cycling, 7 Pearl St., Schuylerville NY 12871, tel: 518 583-3708, www.adkultracycling.com, john@adkultracycling.com. Dist: double century; Fri, 200 mi, Schuylerville to Montreal; Sun, 200 mi, Montreal to Schuylerville. Benefits: bicyclist. Reg: tba, email promoter. Start: TBA. Notes: not a race or brevet, a fun ride! Includes two nights lodging in Montreal, food & beverages along the route; at least two stocked rest stops. Sag support & gear shuttle. Terrain, varied. Lights (10 wt.+) required; passports & other cross border documents. Passports are not needed for land crossings into the U. S. A. until 2009.
Sat-Sun, Aug 9-10, Bike Tioga 2008, Tioga County Tourism, 80 Front St., Owego NY 13827, tel: 607 687-7440, www.biketioga.com, info@visittioga.com, Dist.: 27/44/69/102; century on Sat. Benefits: recreational bicyclists and spectators. Reg: pre-reg fees, $10.00 each day or $15.00 for both days; day of event fees, $15.00 each day or $20.00 for both days. Call: 800 671-7772 to pre-reg. Show up, come & join the fun. Start: routes begin & end at Hickories Pk., Pavilion # 1, Owego NY. Notes: Tioga County’s weekend bike celebration. Special lodging packages available. Bicycling events for all types of bicycling from beginning recreational bicyclists to advanced racing bicyclists. Sponsors: Owego Rotary Club, Tioga County Tourism, Southern Tier Bicycle Club, other sponsors TBA.
Sun, Aug 10, Canal Classic XVII Road Race & Tour, Mohawk Valley Bicycle Club, PO Box 898, New Hartford NY 13413, www.mvbc.us, cmclaug3@twcny.rr.com. Dist.: race and tour, Reg: pre-reg, $25.00; day of event, $30.00. Start: 10:00 AM. Little Falls YMCA, Utica National Insurance Group.
Mon-Sun, Aug 11-17, Great Hudson Valley Pedal, Parks & Trails New York, 29 Elk St., Albany NY 12207, tel: 518 434-1583, fax: 518 427-0067, www.ptny.org, hudsontour@ptny.org, Dist: 200 mi. Benefits: PTNY. Reg. info.: $475.00; camping tour; no show ups. Start: Albany NY. Notes: a 6 day camping tour from Albany to NYC along the Hudson River Valley.
Sat, Aug 16, Suicide 6 Endurance Mtb Race, Suicide Six, c/o B Braddon, 206 Maple Ave., Victor NY 14564, tel: Brad, 585 657-7777×223, www.parkavebike.com, b.braddon@commodoresolutions.com. Dist: 6 hr endurance race on an 8 mi. single track mtb race loop. Reg: $30-$80.00, cat dependent/solo or team; for on web site; day of race reg 8-9:00 AM; show ups/bike ups come and join the fun. Start: 10:00 AM, Harriet Holister Spencer Pk, Canadice Hill Rd, Canadice NY. Notes: solo, 2 person teams or open class; Norba Lic. is NOT required; 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. Sponsors: Park Ave. Bike Shop, Axehoot photography.
Sun, Aug 17, Tour of the Hamptons, Massapequa Park Bike Club, PO Box 231, Massapequa NY 11758, tel: 516 697-0185, www.massparkbikeclub.org, president@massparkbikeclub.org. Dist: 25 to 100 mi. Benefits: Make A Wish Foundation, Southamption H. S. & Massapequa H. S. scholarship funds, MPBC Bikes for Kids Program. Reg: $25.00 by 8/14/08; $35.00 day of event; free t-shirt for pre-reg by 7/14; show ups/bike ups ok; show ups/bike ups pay the reg fee & can purchase the t-shirt; no pledges; donations on behalf of the Make A Wish Foundation will be accepted. Start: Suggested start times: 7:30 AM, 100 mi.; 8:15 AM, 65 mi.; 9:00 AM, 50 mi.; 11:30 AM, 25 mi. all starts are at Southampton H. S., Narrows Lane, Southampton NY. Notes: Food/Beverage stops will located at pre-determined spots along the route; sag wagons bicycle mechanics (the”wrenchers”) for minor repair work at the start of the ride. No approved helmet, No ride! Sponsors: Brands Cycle & Fitness, Sunrise Cyclery, Bike Junkie, Bicycle Planet, Pearle Express, Bialostock Chiropractic, Runners Edge.
Sunday, Aug 17, 3rd annual ididaride! Adirondack Bike Tour, Adirondack Mountain Club, 814 Goggins Rd., Lake George NY 12845, tel: 800-395-8080 x14, www.adk.org, robin@adk.org. Dist: 75/20 mi. Reg. info: $65.00, ADK member; $75.00, non-member. Start: 8:30 AM, North Creek Ski Bowl, North Creek NY. 75-mile loop beginning and ending in North Creek. Terrain: beautiful central Adirondacks! Rest stops, SAG wagon and mobile mechanical support. T-shirt to 1st 100 registrants. Après-ride party with food, drink, prizes and music. On-line registration at www.adk.org or by mail.
Sun, Aug 17, Can-Am Invitational, Niagara Frontier Bicycle Club, Club: PO Box 211, Buffalo NY 14226, tel: 716 683-3961. www.nfbc.com/CanAm08/can-am_ride.htm, CanAm2008@mac.com, Dist.: 35/62/100 mi. 62 & 100 mi. will cross the border. Reg info: fee, $45.00; day of event, $50.00. Download reg form from web site and send it to: Can Am, C/O 11 Lake Forest Pkwy, Lancaster NY 14086. Picture ID proof of citizenship required for 62-100 km./100 mi. rides. 35 mi. ride is in the USA only; 300 rider limit. No pledges. Start: West Side Rowing Club, Buffalo NY. Notes: Buffalo NY/Ft. Erie to Niagara Falls NY & ON along the scenic Niagara River. SAG, snacks at rest stops, post ride picnic, t-shirt included with registration.
Sunday, Aug 17, Tour de Goshen, Goshen Rotary, P.O. Box 583, Goshen, NY 10924, tel: (845)341-3648, http://www.winslow.org, lauren@winslow.org. Dist: 11, 25, 45, 62 mi. Reg. info: $27 for over age 20. Start: 7 am Craigville Park in Goshen. This tour goes through beautiful Orange County which is located only 60 miles outside of NYC. Riders can pick a tour of either 11, 25, 45, or 62 miles. This is a TOUR, not a race so no prizes will be awarded. If you raise certain amount of money there are prizes you will be able to get. All rider will get a t-shirt, food and cool bike stuff! See you there!
Sunday, Aug 17, MTB Skills Clinic & Ride with LUNA Pro Team Member Jimena (Florit) Dolzadelli, 10:30AM-12:30pm (clinic) ; 1:30pm-3:00pm (ride), Grafton, NY. Join LUNA Pro Team Member Jimena (Florit) Dolzadelli for a co-ed mountain bike skills clinic and group ride, hosted by Team LUNA Chix NY Mountain Bike, at scenic Grafton Lakes State Park. Learn techniques and strategies that will improve your climbing, descending, cornering, switchbacks, general bike handling & much more! Clinic is $10 (includes State Park usage Fee), with proceeds going to the Breast Cancer Fund. For more information, visit www.nylunachix.com.
Sat, Aug 23, Mengoni Grand Prix, Century Road Club Assn, PO Box 360, Planetarium Station, New York NY 10024, www.crca.net, openracing@crca.net, Dist.: 6 mi. rolling circuit. Dist. by cat. Pro/1/2, 42 mi.; 3, 36 mi.; women Pro/1/2/3, 30 mi. Reg: TBA. Start: 6:30 AM, Central Pk. E. Dr., New York City NY. Notes: ANSI approved helmet, required. Course roadway is open to cars but traffic is light. Good roadway surface. LAJORS event for 15-18 & 19-20 yr. olds.
Sat, Aug 23, Ride For Your Life, RV & E Bike and Skate, 40 N. Main St., Fairport NY 14450, tel: 585 388-1350, www.rvebike.com, rvebike@frontiernet.net. Dist: 10/25/50/100 mi. loops. 4 different loops. Benefits: Western New York Wellness Program a grantee of the Lance Armstrong Foundation. Reg: $25.00 + pledges; pre-reg by 8/5. Start: 7-8:00 AM for 100 mi.; 9-10:00 AM for 50 mi.; 10-11:00 AM for 25 mi.; 11:00 AM for 10 mi. All rides start from RV&E Bike & Skate, 40 N. Main St., Fairport NY. Notes: Children’s ride along the Erie Canal; post ride food and beverages. T-shirts.
Sat, Aug 23, Focus on Fort Carillon, American Heritage Bicycle Tours, 13 B Woodcliffe Dr., Clifton Park NY 12065, tel: 518 373-0988, www.americanheritagebicycletours.com, kyle@americanheritagebicycletours.com. Dist: 35 mi. Reg: $75.00 w/ dinner cruise; $36.00 w/o dinner cruise, pre-reg Aug 20th. No show ups. Start: 8:30 AM, Lake George Steamboat Co. parking lot, Lake George NY. Notes: relatively flat; optional 2 hr+ dinner cruise of the Lac du Saint Sacrement ship; ride celebrates 250th anniversary of French & Indian War.
Sun, Aug 24, Tour de Putnam, Putnam County Visitors Bureau, 110 Old Rt. 6, Bldg. 3, Carmel NY 10512, tel: 845 225-0381, www.visitputnam.org, tourism@visitputnam.org. Dist: 15/30/50/75/100/MTB loops. Reg: $30.00; $25.00 by 8/1/08; show ups & spectators encouraged. pdf form on line; fee includes: t-shirt, picnic lunch & entertainment. Start: 7:30-9:00 AM (depending on dist.) Veteran’s Mem. Pk., Gypsy Trail Rd., Kent NY. Notes: routes “designed by bicyclists for bicyclists;” sag support, marked color coded routes; cue sheets; route sweeps; medical support; mechanical support; stocked rest stops; massages; bike shuttle from Metro-North station. Sponsors: Bodies in Motion Bike Shop.
Aug 29-Sep 1, New York Jewish Environmental Bike Ride, Hazon, 829 3rd Ave., 3rd Fl., New York NY 10022, tel.: 212 644-2332, www.hazon.org, nyride@hazon.org. Dist: 65/100 mi. (day 1); 60 mi. (day 2). Reg: $165-299.00, depending on age + pledges $800-1200.00. Start: Isabella Freedman Jewish Retreat Ctr., Falls Village CT. Notes: 2 day (Sat. & Sun.) Shabbat retreat at the Freedman Ctr.; Sun. cycle to Surprise Lake Camp (65 mi & 100 mi. distance options; Mon. west shore of Hudson R. to JCC in Manhattan (~60 mi.). Sag support, luggage transport, Kosher meals (mostly vegetarian/fish, mostly local & organic.) Sponsors: Dorot Foundation, UJA Federation of New York, Natan, FJC, The Nathan Cummings Foundation, Camp Kinder Ring, Isabella Freeman Jewish Retreat Ctr., Manhattan JCC, Teva Learning Ctr., B’nai Tzedek Teen Philanthropy Prog., Arava Inst. for Environmental Studies, Limmund NY, Red Jacket Orchards, 92nd St. Y, Kintera, Foley Hoag Attorneys, Spoke Creamery, Zaro’s.
Fri-Sun, Sep 1-4, Sep 7-10, Sep 14-17, Catskill Mt. Bicycle Touring Program, Frost Valley YMCA, Post Office, Claryville NY 12725, tel: 845 985-2254, fax: 845 985-0304, www.frostvalley.org, jshafer@frostvalley.org, Dist: 35-40 mi. Reg info, fee: all inclusive, including meals, $420.00 per person, double occupancy; pre-reg, $100.00 deposit 2 weeks prior to event. Limited to 20 bicyclists. No show ups; no pledges. Start: TBA to registrants. Notes: These prices cover lodging, meals, transportation to bicycling sites, and miscellaneous activities provided by Frost Valley.
Sat-Sun, Sep 6-7, Century Weekend, Mohawk Hudson Cycling Club, c/o Andrea Belec, 12 Patroon Pl., Loudonville NY 12211, tel: 518 465-3011, www.webmhcc.org, abelec@nycap.rr.com. Dist: 25/50/62/100 mi. Benefits: bicyclists & the Club’s education activities. Reg: deadline, 9/1/08; fees, TBA; no pledges; show ups are welcome to join us. Start: 8:00 AM, Saratoga Spa St. Pk. Registration fee includes full ride support including rest stops, refreshments, lunch & post-ride festival. Sponsors: Albany Massage Therapy, Downtube Bicycle Shop, Honest Weight Food Coop, All-U Activewear Custom Screenprinting. 2009 Date: Sat-Sun, Sep’t. 5-6, 2009.
Sat-Sun, Sep 6-7, MS Rochester Darien Lake Ride, Nat’l. Multiple Sclerosis Society Upstate New York Chapter, 1650 South Ave., Ste. 100, Rochester NY 14620, tel.: 800 344-4867, fax: 585 461-9159, www.msupstateny.org, amuldoon@msupstateny.org. Dist: 30/35/75/85/160 mi., various options. Benefits: proceeds will be used to support local programs for nearly 12,000 individuals with MS in upstate NY and to support national MS research. Reg: $30.00 + $200.00 pledges. Show ups & spectators encouraged. Start: Either Darien Lake Theme Pk., Darien NY or Ada Cosgrove Middle School, Spencerport NY. Notes: 6 route options; loops at the Pk. or loops to/from Spencerport. Rain or shine; sag & repair support. Sponsors: Trailblazers Bike Shop, Towners Bike Shop, RV&E Bike & Skate, Park Ave. Bike Shop, Tops Friendly Markets.
Sun, Sep 7, NYC Century, Transportation Alternatives, 127 W. 26th St., Ste 1002, New York NY 10001, tel: 212 629-8080, www.nyccentury.org, info@transalt.org. Dist: 15/35/55/75/100 mi. Benefits: Transportation Alternatives’ advocacy programs for bicycling, walking and sensible transportation. Reg: opens 3/1/08; fees: vary with when and how you register. Show ups are welcome but pre-reg. is preferred. No pledges required. Start: 6 AM, 110th St. & Adam Clayton Powell Blvd. (inside Central Park) Manhattan NY. Notes: the best way to see all of NYC! Fully stocked rest stops; safety marshals; sag support; t-shirts & water bottles at finish line festival.
Sun, Sep 7, MHB Woodstock Century, Mid-Hudson Bicycle Club, 1635 CR 2, Olivebridge NY 12461, tel: 845 657-9764, www.midhudsonbicycle.org, wvmillerjr@yahoo.com. Dist: 6/37/67/100 mi. Reg info: fee, $18.00 by 8/22/08; $25.00 after 8/22. No pledges; show ups O. K. Start: 7:00 AM, Zena Elementary School, Woodstock NY. Enjoy the picturesque countryside and rolling hills of Ulster and Greene Counties. See the sights, smell the fresh mountain air. SAG support, cue sheets.
Fri-Sat, Sep 12-13, Highlander Cycle Tour, Highlander Cycle Tour, 75 Misty Pine Rd., Fairport NY 14450, tel: 585 223-7382, www.highlandercycletour.com, webmaster@highlandercycletour.com. Dist: Fri. night Prologue Time Trial, 5 mi. finishing on top of Gannett Hill. Sat.: 2×100 mi. centuries; 100 km.; 35 mi., rolling hills; 40 km., MTB off road. Benefits: the South Bristol Historical Society, local parks & rec. agencies. Reg: begins April 1, 2008. No pledges. Donations accepted & appreciated. Show ups are welcome. Reg. forms on web site. Start: Fri., 5:00 PM; Sat., 7:00 AM; Bristol Mt. Ski Resort, Rt. 64, S. Bristol NY/Canandaigua NY. Notes: Challenging course: 10 major climbs (10,000 ft. w/ 8 climbs of 1-2 mi. at grades between 9-22%). 40 km. off road includes 7,000 ft. of climbing. Other century is rolling hills with 4000 ft. of climbs. Prologue will finish at the top of a mountain. Various optional items for purchase, including non-rider tickets for post ride dinner.
Fri-Sat, Sep 12-14, Historic Saratoga Cycling Weekend, Tri-State Wheelers LLC, PO Box 809, Saratoga Springs NY 12866, tel: 518 584-3102, www.newenglandadventure.com, tmcbike@aol.com. Dist: varies. Reg: fee: $429.00, 30 cyclists only. Start: Saratoga Springs NY. Notes: All inclusive tour; motel/hotels/inns; full sag support, etc.
Fri-Sun, Sep 12-14, Adirondack 540, Adirondack Ultra Cycling, 7 Pearl St., Schuylerville NY 12871, tel: 518 583-3708, http://www.adkultracycling.com/adk540/index.htm, john@adkultracycling.com. Dist: 544 (RAAM qualifier)/408/272/136 mi. Benefits: bicyclist. Reg: fee, tba. No pledges. All fees and donations are due at registration. Show ups/bike ups are welcome to join the event. Start: TBA. Notes: RAAM rules apply; including no drafting.
Sat, Sep 13, AIDS Ride for Life, Southern Tier AIDS Program, 501 S. Meadow St., Ithaca NY 14850, tel: 607 272-4098, fax: 607 272-0079, www.aidsrideforlife.org, Rdorfman-tandlich@stapinc.org. Dist.: 50/85/100 mi. Benefits: HIV/AIDS services provided by the Southern Tier AIDS Program. Reg: $30.00 by 8/15/08; $40.00, 8/15-9/13/08; + $300-500.00 pledges; online reg. form & payment methods. Start: 6:00 AM, Ithaca NY. Notes: sag support, celebration & prizes. 10th year of the “AIDS Ride for Life.” The route follows Cayuga Lake Scenic Byway, a gorgeous route. In 2007, we raised $250,000. Sponsors: Excellus, Iron Design, CSP Management, Cayuga Ithaca Optical Service, Ithaca Times, Cayuga Radio Group.
Sat, Sep 13, Grafton Rocks! MTB Fest, Mohawk Hudson Cycling Club, Grafton Lakes State Park, Grafton, NY, www.webmhcc.org.
Sun, Sep 14, Golden Apple Bicycle Tour, Westchester Cycle Club, PO Box 114, White Plains NY 10603, tel: 888 777-8229, www.westchestercycleclub.org/goldenapple.php, goldenapple@wetchestercycleclub.org. Dist: 25/50/75/100/125, self-paced. Benefits: Friends of Karen (local charity for terminally ill children) & the New York Bicycling Coalition. Reg: $25.00 by 9/3/08; $35.00, 9/4-day of the Golden Apple; very clear, efficient & reliable reg. system of on-line click through & pdf form for mail ins; Pay Pal for payment. Go to the web site & then to reg. paragraph & page. Ride ins, drive ins & walk ins are welcome to ride with us. Start: 7:00-10:00 AM (self-paced), MetroNorth Station, Golden’s Bridge NY. Notes: riders MUST wear certified helmets; sag support; lunch; maps; food stops, cue sheets; marked route; smiling is required. Self-paced tour, not a race.
Sun, Sep 14, Nancy Morgenstern Memorial Bear Mountain Fall Classic, Century Road Club Assn., PO Box 360, Planetarium Station, New York NY 10024, www.crca.net, openracing@crca.net. Dist: 14 mi. loop with rolling hills; dist. by cat, pro/1/2/3, 98 mi.; 3, 70 mi.; 4, 56 mi. Reg: fee varies by category, $20-35.00; pre-reg only; reg. form at web site; on line reg preferred; USCF lic. required. Start: 10:00 AM, Lake Welch Recreation Area, Harriman St. Pk. Directions on web site. Notes: ANSI approved helmet, required. Course roadway is open to cars but traffic is light. Good roadway surface. Men’s, Women’s category races & LAJORS event for 15-20 yr. olds. Parking only at Lake Welch parking area in the St. Park.
Sun, Sep 14, Orange County Country Roads Bicycle Tour, Orange County Bicycle Club, PO Box 122, Warwick NY 10990, tel: 845 351-5067, www.ocbicycleclub.org, countryroads@ocbicycleclub.org. Dist: 2/20/25/45/62 mi. + kids’ rides. Benefits: Orange County Land Trust; Sanctuary for Animals. Reg: $35.00; $30.00 by 9/7/08; no pledges; show ups/bike ups, come ride with us! Start: 7-11:00 AM, staggered starts by dist, Warwick H. S., Sanfordville Rd., Warwick NY. Notes: marked rtes; sag/mechanical support; stocked rest stops; bicycle displays; BBQ lunch as part of reg fee; a few silly jokes; and farm animals from here and there; local lodgings on web site.
Mon, Sept. 15th, Critical Mass co-founder, Chris Carlsson, speaks at The Sanctuary for Independent Media, 3361 6th Avenue, Troy, NY. 7 P.M. Admission by donation ($10 suggested, $5 low income). Directions and more information available on www.MediaSanctuary.org or by calling 518-272-2390. Co-sponsored by Troy Bike Rescue and the New York Bicycling Coalition. Special guest exhibit: The Rhizome Collective. Valet bike parking available.
How do the Open Source software movement, bicycle sub-culture, guerilla gardening, and the Burning Man Festival fit together? Author and Critical Mass co-founder, Chris Carlsson, connects these dots as he profiles the social networks that are cooperating outside of economic regulation and laying the foundation for a genuine movement of liberation from market life. Carlsson’s new book, Nowtopia: Practical Rebellion & A New Politics of Work, uncovers resistance and rebellion amidst fractions of a slowly recomposing working class in America. Rarely self-identifying as mere “workers,” people from all walks of life are doing incredible amounts of work in their “free” “non-work” time. This unpaid work is creating immediate practical improvements in daily life. More interesting still, these initiatives constitute a more thorough refusal of politics and economics as usual. Nowtopia is a refreshingly optimistic take on everyday activism and a hopeful vision of life beyond capitalism.
Fri-Sun, Sep 14-17, Catskill Mt. Bicycle Touring Program, Frost Valley YMCA, Post Office, Claryville NY 12725, tel: 845 985-2254, fax: 845 985-0304, www.frostvalley.org, jshafer@frostvalley.org, Dist: 35-40 mi. Reg info, fee: all inclusive, including meals, $420.00 per person, double occupancy; pre-reg, $100.00 deposit 2 weeks prior to event. Limited to 20 bicyclists. No show ups; no pledges. Start: TBA to registrants. Notes: These prices cover lodging, meals, transportation to bicycling sites, and miscellaneous activities provided by Frost Valley.
Wed, Sep 17, ESG for the Physically Challenged - Syracuse, NYS Off. of Pks., Rec. & Hist. Pres., SUNY Brockport, 350 New Campus Dr., Brockport NY 14420, tel: 585 395-5620, fax: 585 395-2310, www.empirestategames.org, susan.maxwell@oprhp.state.ny.us, Dist: 40/80 meters, power wheel chair. Benefits: participant. Reg. info.: events are open with no qualifying competition or previous experience required. Current NYS Drivers License, Current NYS Non-Driver Photo ID or current high school/Jr high school photo ID. College ID cards do not prove NYS Residency. Notes: Athletes receive a ESG uniform, medals & more.
Fri-Sat, Sep 19-20, LAB Road I Class, Albany. A League of American Bicyclists Road 1 Bicyclist Education Class will be held on Friday, September 19 from 6:00 - 9:00 PM and Saturday, September 20 from 10 am - 4:00 pm (note: this is a two-day, 9-hour certification course).
Per LAB, this course “gives cyclists the confidence they need to ride safely and legally in traffic or on the trail. The course covers bicycle safety checks, fixing a flat, on-bike skills and crash avoidance techniques and includes a student manual. Recommended for adults and children above age fourteen, this fast-paced, nine-hour course prepares cyclists for a full understanding of vehicular cycling.”
Location: SUNY Albany Downtown Campus, Draper Hall, 135 Washington Avenue (between South Lake and Robin Streets), Room 146. Fee: $40.00 includes course materials. Open to Anyone - 14 and older with a Bicycle and a helmet. MHCC members are reimbursed the class fee upon successful completion of the class, a road-test and a written test. To register: Call (518) 209-6477 OR (518)221-8693, or e-mail cbnolou@yahoo.com.
Sat, Sep 20, 14th Annual Escape New York, New York Cycle Club, PO Box 4541, Grand Central Sta., New York NY 10163, www.nycc.org/eny/, enyinfo@nycc.org. Dist.: 50/62/100 mi. Benefits: Recycle-A-Bicycle & Transportation Alternatives. Reg info, fees: $35.00 until 9/6/08; $42.00, by 9/16/08; $55.00, after 9/16/08; cash only day of race. On-line reg link. No pledges. Special fee for event reg. and 15 month NYCC membership. Show ups and spectators are encouraged. Start loc.: 7:00-9:00 AM, at Sakura Park, 122nd St. & Riverside Dr. (Grant’s Tomb), Manhattan NY & then proceed across the Geo. Washington Bridge to Bergen NJ and Rockland NY counties. Finish in Manhattan NY. Notes: marked rts.; food & liquid; support vehicles on call. Thing remembered from this year: wild flat-fixing contest back at Sakura, sponsored by Park Tools & Sugoi. Rain or shine. Sponsors: Sugoi, 1 World 2 Wheels, Trek, Boudreaux’s Butt Paste, Signature Cycles, Clif Bar, Slim-Fast, 53×11 Coffee, Skippy Peanut Butter, Whole Foods Market, Mona’s Granola, Tom Cat Bakery, Fuze Beverages, H&H Bagels, Zico Pure Coconut water, Manganaro’s Heroboy, Grace’s Cookies.
Sat-Fri, Sep 20-26, Finger Lakes Fall Frolic, In Motion Events, Box 192, Cayuga NY 13034, tel: 315 406-6213, fax: 315 255-0153, www.inmotionevents.net, inmotionevents@aol.com. Dist.: 300 mi. Benefits: bicyclist. Reg: fee: $640.00; pre-reg. only. no show ups. Start: Keuka Lake St. Pk., Keuka Park NY. Notes: six days riding in the beautiful Finger Lakes Region of NY State; camping at St. Pks. each night.
Sun, Sep 21, Race With the Wind, Lewis County Chamber of Commerce, 7383-C Utica Blvd., Lowville NY 13367, tel: 315 376-2213, www.lewiscountychamber.org, info@lewiscountychamber.org. Dist: 50 mi. mtb race/12 mi. family ride. Reg: day of event, $35.00; by Sep 1, $30.00; by Aug 8, $25.00; on site reg, 9:00 AM. Start: reg 9:00 AM, race start, 10:00 AM; family ride, 10:30 AM. Notes: a 50 mile MtB race & 12 mi. family ride on the beautiful and rural Tug Hill Plateau of the Adirondack Mts. overlooking Lake Ontario.
Sat-Wed, Sep 20-24, Climate Ride, 2240 S. 13th St., Missoula MT 59801, tel: 406 241-1111, www.climateride.org, info@climateride.org. Dist: 320 mi. Benefits: Clean Air, Cool Planet; Focus the Nation. Reg info: fee, $75.00 + $2,250.00 in donations. No show ups. Start: New York City. Along the way expert speakers will educate and inspire Climate Riders and local communities about the science the policies and the solutions to global warming. Sponsors: Brita, Backroads, Specialized, Washington Area Bicyclist Assn., Transportation Alternatives, Rails to Trails Conservancy, New Belgium Brewing, Clif Bar, East Coast Greenway, Planting America, PickupPal, National Geographic Adventure, Glacier Guides.
Fri-Sun, Sep 26-28, Braking the Cycle Presented by Tylenol® PM, Global Impact Productions, 27 W. 26th St., Ste. 402, New York NY 10001, tel: 212 989-1111, fax: 212 807-1853, www.brakingthecycle.org, bstrasser@globalimpactpro.com. Dist: 275 mi./3 days, Gettysburg PA to Manhattan NY. Benefits: the HIV/AIDS services of NYC’s LGBT Center. Reg: $85.00 + pledges; limited to 140 riders. Start: TBA. Notes: fully supported, 3-day, gorgeous ride from Gettysburg PA to NYC. Hotels have proven to be more cost effective, not to mention more comfortable; no camping. In its first five years Braking the cycle has sent over 1.3 million dollars to support HIV/AIDS services at the Center. Sponsors: Tylenol® PM, Global Impact Productions, Paceline’s Chamois Butt’r, Brooklyn Brewery, Showtime, The Advocate Magazine, HX Media, Black Watch Productions, Roche.
Fri-Sun, Sep 26-28, The Dutch East India Company Tour, American Heritage Bicycle Tours, 13 B Woodcliffe Dr., Clifton Park NY 12065, tel: 518 373-0988, www.americanheritagebicycletours.com, kyle@americanheritagebicycletours.com. Dist. 50 mi. Reg: $500.00 per person, pre-reg. by 8/16/08; no show ups. Start: Friday afternoon, Corning Preserve dock, replica ship the Halfmoon, Albany NY. Notes: flat to rolling hills terrain; feature a tour of a full size replica of Henry Hudson’s ship, the Halfmoon and of the Schenectady NY historic stockade district.
Sat, Sep 27, Inspirational Cross-Country Bicycle Ride To Encourage Safer Roads Journeys to NY’s Capital.
After two years of agonizing recovery from a life altering hit-and-run accident, cyclist Pearson Constantino and his brother Pete are riding across America to make our roads safer and inspire more bicycling. A documentary film, THE LONG BIKE BACK, is being made about Pearson’s inspirational comeback and the brothers’ epic ride.
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