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Major Bicycling Events in New York State for 2007


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2007 Tour Calendar



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Sun, Apr 1, Bicycle Swap & Flea Market at Main-Transit Fire Hall, WNYMBA, 6777 Main St, Williamsville NY 14221, tel: Roger, 716 634-7570, www.wnymba.org, wnymba@wnymba.org; Roger, Rogeramjet@adelphia.net. Benefits: all bicyclists. Reg info: free. Bring your stuff! Start: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. 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. Bike corral for individuals to offer their used bicycles for sale; anyone can find a great deal on a used bike.

Sat, Apr 14, Battenkill-Roubaix: 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. Reg info: fee: $25.00; juniors, $15.00; on line reg only, no paper reg, & until 4/11/07, at bikereg.com; show ups/bike ups are welcome to reg at the start. No pledges. Start: Salem NY. Notes: epic road and dirt course over the hills of Southern Washington County NY. Fashioned after the famous 100 year-old Paris-Roubaix race in France. Unmatched scenery on the East Coast. Spectator friendly. Enjoy! Sponsors: Jamis Bicycles, Westwood Velo, Maxxis Ultimate Control, Southern Adirondack Spokes People, Accerade, Endurox, Cabot Vermont Cheese, Specialty Manufacturing, Val Industries, Trade Capital Management, Glens Falls Hospital, Reynolds Real Estate, Whalen Chevrolet, Anthem Thermal Solutions, Gardenworks at MacClan Farms.

Sun, Apr 15, Check Your Legs Road Race, Central New York Cycling Club, 55 Railroad Ave., Cooperstown NY tel: 607 263-5258, http://centralNYcycling.com/, petercnyc@frontiernet.net. Dist: 2-3 laps on a 12.8 mi course w/2 challenging climbs. A & B rider format. Separate women's field. Start: New Lisbon NY. Notes: No prizes. 1 day USCF lic available.

Fri, Apr 20, Copake Auction Bicycle Swap Meet, Copake Auction, 266 Rte 7A, Copake NY 12516, tel: 518 329-1142, www.copakeauction.com, info@copakeauction.com. Benefits: bicyclists. Reg info: Free admission for buyers. Vendor fee: $20.00. Start: Swap meet, dawn 'till dusk! Auction: 12 Noon. Notes: 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. "The best bicycle swap meet in the USA!"

Sat, Apr 21, Ride for Mobility, Free Wheelchair Mission,tel: 949.273.8470, http://www.ride4mobility.org, portega@freewheelchairmission.org. Dist: 3,000 miles cross-country ride.  Reg. fee: $100 includes Jersey & $50 wheelchair donation.  Event start loc.: CBS Studios 524 W. 57th St. New York, NY. 

Sun, Apr 22, May 19, Jun 9, Saratoga Brevet Series, John Ceceri, 7 Pearl St., Schuylerville NY 12871, tel: 518 583-3708, www.jjctech.com/, john@jjctech.com. Dist: loops around Great Sacandaga Lake, 300km ; Adirondack Mts. (Lake Placid) 400km; or Adirondack Mts (Speculator/Indian Lake) 600km; time limits vary with dist. Reg info: fees, $20-60 depending upon dist. Start: 4 AM, Schuylerville NY. Notes: See "race details" web page for specific weather, lodging & other information. Stocked (sandwiches, snacks & drinks) at each checkpoint. Sanctioned by the Ultra Marathon Cycling Assn. RUSA rules apply to qualify for PBP.

Sat, Apr 28, Munnsville Brevet I, Onondaga Cycling Club, 5137 Glass Factory Rd, Munnsville NY 13409, tel: 315 684-7280, www.distancerider.net, info@distancerider.net. Dist: 125 mi. Reg info: free; it is very important to read the info on the web site; show ups come 'n join us! Start: 7 AM, Munnsville NY; public transit & driving directions on web site.

Sat, Apr 28, NYC Bike Safety Day, NYC Police Museum, tel: 212.480.3100, www.nycpolicemuseum.org, kdonovan@nycpolicemuseum.org. Reg info: free, from 11am to 2pm, 100 Old Slip New York, NY 1005. 

Sat-Sun, Apr 28-29, Vassar College Presents: The Tour of the Hudson River Valley, Vassar Cycling, 124 Raymond Avenue, Box 2694, Poughkeepsie NY 12604, tel: 845 594-6720, www.vassarcycling.com, vassarbikes@vassar.edu. Dist: 26-96 mi, cat A-E collegiate. Reg info: fee: $13.00, at bikereg.com. Day of cycling USCF permits. Start: Sat: 7:00 AM, Springtown Rd., New Paltz NY; Sun: 7:00 AM, S Grand St, Poughkeepsie NY. Notes: Open cat 4/5 USAC event.

Sun, Apr 29, Binghamton Circuit Race, Tioga Velo Club, NY, 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 info: Pre-reg at bikereg.com. No mail in reg. Show ups O. K. Start: 10 AM, Kirkwood Indus Pk, Binghamton NY. Check web site for start times by category. Notes: spectators are encouraged to join the festivities. Food & prizes.

Sun, Apr 29, Nassau to Suffolk Bicycle Challenge, North Shore Kiwanis, 6 Orchard Lane, Sea Cliff, NY 11579.  516 671-0480.  Benefits North Shore Pediatric Trauma Center.  Dist: 62.5, 50 & 25 mile loops.  Fee: $30, no pledges.  Start 7:30 - 8:30am at Harry Tappen Beach parking lot, 151 Shore Rd, Glenwood Landing Shore Rd.  Cue sheets, marked routes, sag and stocked rest stops.


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Tue-Thu, May 1-31, Bike Month NYC, 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. Benefits: all bicyclists who live in the New York City metropolitan area. Dist & locations: check & recheck web site for exact locations/times/types of the 100 bike events celebrating bicycling in the metropolitan New York City region. Reg info: reg not necessary but go to the web site or contact Transportation Alternatives for details of Bike Month NYC activities & events. Start time & loc: check & recheck web site for start times.

Wed-Sun, May 2-6, 2007 Bike Rider Cup, New York Statewide Greenway, 67 St. James Pl, Buffalo NY 14222, tel: 716 884-1074, www.goodgoingwny.com, Benefits: USACycling. Dist: 262 mi.

Sun, May 6, 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. Benefits: bicycling education programs. Dist: 42 mi. Reg info: Reg. is limited, only a finite number of participating cyclists. On line reg fees: $42.00 by 4/6/07 (early reg.); $47.00 4/7-4/29/07 (advanced reg); $55.00 4/30-5/5/07 (late reg); $70.00 day of Tour if space is available; $25.00, 14 yrs younger w/ an adult reg. VIP reg. $160.00 by 4/16/07. 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. Title sponsor: Commerce Bank; Con Edison, The CW11/WPIX, Fresh 102.7 FM, Bonita Bananas, Jamaica Hospital Medical Center; Promise Spreads, Snapple, Larabar, Pathmark; Recycle-A-Bicycle, Bike Heaven, Bike Stop, Brand's Cycle & Fitness, C & M Cycles, Chelsea Bicycles, Larry's Second Avenue Bicycles Plus, Metro Bicycles, Spokesman Cycles; Community Emergency Response Teams, Center for Science & Math, Conservancy for Historic Battery Park. Thanks to: many United States, New York State & New York City government employees, officials, agencies and departments.

Sun, May 6, Hollenbeck's Spring Classic, Finger Lakes Cycling Club, Ithaca NY www.flcycling.org, email, use web site form. Dist.: 22 mi loop (1200 ft. of climbing); cat dist: 1/2/3, 66 mi; 3/4, 44 mi; women 1/2/3, 44 mi; 4/5, 22; mastr/jr./tan, 22 mi. Reg info: $13, pre-reg; $15, race day; $10, Jrs. USCF lic req. Start: reg. 8 AM; start, 10 AM, Hollenbeck's Cider Mill, Rte. 392, Virgil NY (~15 mi. W. of Ithaca/~5 mi. SW of Cortland/3 mi. W. of Greek Peak ski resort. Notes: ANSI approved helmet, required. Food & beverages for all; t-shirts; some merchandise prizes will be awarded.

Tue, May 8, 15 & 22, 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, Benefits: bicyclist. Dist: 2 mi. loop. Expert, 7 laps; sport, 5 laps; jr & beginner, 3 laps. Reg info.: $10.00 per race. Pre-reg: not required. $5.00, NORBA lic req & available at reg. Show ups & spectators encouraged. Helmets required. Start: 476 Loud Rd, Fairport NY. Reg: 5-6:00 PM; Race: 6:00 PM. Notes: race is held on private land.

Fri, May 11, Munnsville Brevet II, Onondaga Cycling Club, 5137 Glass Factory Rd, Munnsville NY 13409, tel: 315 684-7280, www.distancerider.net, info@distancerider.net. Dist: 189 mi. Reg info: free; it is very important to read the info on the web site; show ups come 'n join us! Start: 10 PM, Munnsville NY; Notes: public transit & driving directions to start on web site. Notes: white headlight + red tail light; reflective clothing; reflectors as per NYS law.

Fri, May 11, The Ride For Missing Children - Buffalo, National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, NY Branch, 610 Main St 2nd Fl, Buffalo NY 14202, tel: 716 842-6333, www.rideformissingchildren.org. Benefits: public awareness & prevention education programs about the plight of missing & exploited children. Dist: 100 mi. reg info: 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 12, Blessing of the Bicyclists inside the Cathedral of St. John the Divine, Bicycle Shows US, PO Box 37, Yulan NY 12792, tel: 845 557-6231, http://www.nycbicycleshow.com/BlessingoftheBikes/. glen@blessingofthebikes.com. Benefits: bicyclists, community, youth groups, & benevolent causes. Reg. info.: Free. Show up on time, 9 AM, Blessing starts 9:30 AM sharp. This is a very short bicycling event. See notes on the web site. Start: 9 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 5th Ave 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.

Sat, May 12, Montauk Railroad Century, Suffolk Bike Riders Assn, PO Box 404, St James NY 11780, www.sbraweb.org, info@SBRAweb.org. Dist: 100 mi. Reg info: 130 rider limit; fee + SBRA membership req. Start: 7:00 AM, North Fork Bank, Mattituck NY. Notes: no show ups; spectators welcome; sag support, rest stops, goodie bag, & prizes.

Sun, May 13, Bear Mountain Spring Classic, Century Road Club Assn, PO Box 20412, Greeley Sq. Station, New York NY 10001, www.crca.net, openracing@crca.net, Benefits: bicyclist Dist: 14 mi. loop with rolling hills. Dist by cat.: Pro/1/2/3, 98 mi.; 3, 70 mi.; 4, 56 mi. Reg info: fee varies by category, Pre-reg only, NO day of race registration. Reg form at web site, see instructions for mailing form on web site. On line reg preferred, go to www.bikereg.com or www.racelistings.com. USCF lic required. USCF pending. 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. Part of Maxxis NY Cycling Cup, the Aquafina Women's 3/4 Race Series, & the Lance Armstrong Junior Olympic (LAJORS) event for 15-18 & 19-20 yr. olds. Parking only at Lake Welch parking area in the St Park.

Tue, May 15, Legislative Breakfast & Capital Ride, New York Bicycling Coalition, PO Box 8868, Albany NY 12208, tel: 518 436-0889, www.nybc.net, nybc@nybc.net. Benefits: bicycling and bicyclists throughout New York State. Dist: 5/10 mi. Reg info: free. Start: 9:30 AM, New York State Capital. Notes: meet and talk with New York State Legislators and their staff members to promote the NYBC's agenda for improving bicycling conditions and safety throughout the State. If you can not attend in person send a post card to your NYS Assemblyperson and NYS Senator on a bicycling issue. State that you support the New York Bicycling Coalition's efforts to improve bicycling conditions. Email us for the name of your Legislators and 2 free post cards to send to your Legislators.

Wed-Sun, May 16, 2007 Bicycle Film Festival, The Bicycle Film Festival, 70 A Greenwich Ave. #307, New York NY 10011, www.bicyclefilmfestival.com, info@bicyclefilmfestival.com. Benefits: bicyclists. Exhibiting theaters: New York City, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, Portland (OR), and other locations worldwide. Submission info: submissions accepted from 12/1/06-2/17/07. 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.” Special: Download a poster from the web site!

Wed, May 16, Ride of Silence (Massapequa Park), Ride of Silence, www.rideofsilence.org, Massapequa Park Bike Club, PO Box 231, Massapequa Park NY 11758, tel: 516 581-3819, www.massparkbikeclub.org, corrsec@massparkbikeclub.org, Mark.Hagar@rideofsilence.org. Benefits: cyclists worldwide by emphasizing the bicyclist's right to share public roadways with motor vehicles. Dist: 10-12 mi. Reg info: free. Start: 7 PM, local time. Notes: ride & Ride of Silence web site exists to raise awareness that bicyclists are on the road; share the roadway; and to honor those cyclists who have been injured or killed while cycling. Sponsor: League of American Bicyclists.

Wed, May 16, Ride of Silence (Westchester), Ride of Silence, www.rideofsilence.org, Westchester Cycle Club, www.westchestercycleclub.org, vp@westchestercycleclub.org. Benefits: cyclists worldwide by emphasizing the bicyclist's right to share public roadways with motor vehicles. Dist: 7 mi. Reg info: free. Start: 6:30 PM, Main St. Armonk.

Fri-Sun, May 18-20, Bike Swap Meet, 3 D Cycles, 1570 Rt 9, Clifton Park NY 12065, tel: 518 371-4641, jsyntavlorak@aol.com, Reg info: free. Start: 10:00 to 5:00 PM. Notes: trade old bikes, parts, tools, & gear. No fee, just fun!

Fri, May 18, The Ride For Missing Children - Rochester, National Center for Missing & Exploited Children, NY Branch, 275 Lake Ave., Rochester NY 14608, tel: 585 242-0900, www.rideformissingchildren.org. Benefits: public awareness & prevention education programs about the plight of missing & exploited children. Dist: 100 mi. Reg info: pre-reg is necessary; reg fee + pledges or contributions. Notes: bicyclists ride together as a team, escorted by the NYS Police, Monroe Co. Sheriff, & local police officers. Rest stops are at schools along the rte & riders participate in education programs at each school. Not a race. Riders will receive: cycling jersey, lunch, snacks, sag support & closing ceremony.

Sat, May 19, Ontario Brevet, Onondaga Cycling Club, 5137 Glass Factory Rd, Munnsville NY 13409, tel: 315 684-7280, www.distancerider.net, info@distancerider.net. Dist.: 250 mi. Reg info: free; you must read the web site info; show ups come 'n join us! Start: 1 AM, 1119 Lake Rd, Ontario NY; Notes: public transit & driving directions to start on web site. Notes: white headlight + red tail light; reflective clothing; reflectors as per NYS law.

Sat, May 19, VOLVO Hyannis Port Challenge, Best Buddies International, 708 Third Ave, 5th Fl, New York NY 10017, tel.: 212 209-3904x2, www.hyannisportchallenge.com, kaylejacoby@bestbuddies.org. Benefits: Best Buddies of New York. Dist: 20/90 mi Reg info: reg fee, $50. + $1650. in pledges; pledge amount decreases if participant test drives a Volvo before ride; many companies have matching grants which reduces the pledge amount. Registration reference is Team New York. Pre-reg preferred. Start: reg 5:30-7:30 AM; mass start, 7:30 AM JFK Library, Boston MA. Finish: Craigville Beach Club, Hyannis Port MA. "Notes: post ride party, live concert by Rick Springfield (Jessie's Girl), celebrity type event. Sag support, marshalls, bike rentals available, rest rooms at rest stops, massage, hot showers, and more. Volvo, Back Bay Bicycles, Bike Zone, Pepsi, Grey Goose Vodka, John F. Kennedy Library & Museum, United Airlines, Boston Globe, Boston's WB TV, Paramount Pictures, 20th Century Fox Pictures, Bicycling Magazine, WBCN 104.1 FM, Seyfarth Shaw Attorneys, UBS, Frank Crystal & Co., Club Achilles (Golf Club), Kenneth Cole New York.

Sat-Sun, May 19-20, Bicycling Comedian's One Man Comedy Show, Carolines Comedy Club, tel: 212.757.4100, www.carolines.com, bikecomedy@pocketmail.com. A stand-up comedy show for bicyclists, by bicyclist Tom Snyders.  Tom has been pedaling a fully-loaded touring bike to all his stand-up performances across America for the past 20 years.  Tickets $11, plus a two drink min.  Start: 5:30pm Caroline's Comedy Club, NYC.

Sun, May 20, 5BBC's 43rd Annual Montauk Century Bicycle Ride, Five Borough Bicycle Club c/o AYH, 891 Amsterdam Ave Rm. 002, New York NY 10025, tel: 212 932-2300x115, www.5bbc.org/montauk/, montauk@5bbc.org. Dist: 65/100/145 mi. Reg info: fee, $52.00+, fee variations based on early reg., distances, & membership; no pledges. On line registration only at active.com. No mail in or fax in reg. for any reason. Start time & loc: Multiple start locs: 65 & 140 mi at Penn Station, 31st St & 8th Ave, Manhattan NY; 100 mi at Babylon NY train station. 5:00-6:00 AM depending upon start location. Notes: Join 1000+ strong riders on this annual ride across Long Island to "The End" in  Montauk. T-shirts & jerseys available at cost.

Sun, May 20, Billy Grey Ride for Research, Team Billy & Brain Tumor Soc, 300 Route 23B, Leeds NY 12451, tel: 518 943-3900x17, www.teambilly.org, kgrey@marshallsterling.com. Benefits: brain tumor research. Dist: 10/25/50 mi. Reg info: Show ups/bike ups are welcome. Start: reg 7:00 AM Farmers' Market, High Rock Pk, Saratoga Springs NY; staggered starts 50 mi, 8:00 AM; 25 mi, 8:30 AM; 10 mi, 9:00 AM. Notes: family fun, prizes, food & more!

Sun, May 20, Toms Pro Bike Annual 50/50 Ride, Toms Pro Bike, 3687 Walden Ave., Lancaster NY 14086, tel: 716 651-9995, www.tomsprobike.com, tom@tomsprobike.com. Dist: 50-100 mi. Reg info: fee, $5.00; pre-reg preferred; show ups ok. Start: 9 AM, Westwood Pk, Lancaster NY. Notes: sag, prizes, party.

Sat, May 26, First Annual Race for Hope in Memory of Dick Schaffer, Borodino Fire Department, tel: 315 673-9025, lakeview6@alltel.net. Dist: 24 mile race and 4 mile ride. Reg info: $15 before 5/21, $20 day of race, www.bikereg.com. Start: 8am, 7 miles south of Skaneatleles, NY: Borodino Fire Department (Route 41 & Nunnery Rd).

Sat-Sun, May 26-27, Syracuse Race Weekend, Onondaga Cycling Club, PO Box 6307, Teall Station, Syracuse NY 13217, tel: 315 469-0484, www.onondagacyclingclub.org, info@onondagacyclingclub.org. Dist: Omnium (RR/CR). Reg info: web site or bikereg.com. Start: Sat, road race at Song Mt; Sat evening, street sprint at Hanover Square, downtown Syracuse. Sun, Syracuse Criterium, 1 mi. loop.

Sun, May 27, Tour de Family, Family of Woodstock, Inc. HITS on Mike Kraut Road, Saugerties NY 12477, tel: 845 331-7080, www.familyofwoodstock.org, cbrush@familyofwoodstock.org. Dist: 10, 25 & 50 miles & bike safety rodeo. Reg info: web site or bikereg.com. Start: 8:30am Saugerties, NY.  

Fri-Thu, May 29-Jun 3, 2007 Long Island Senior Games, Long Island Senior Games Inc., PO Box 130, Islip NY 11751, tel: 631 277-1213, www.longislandseniorgames.org. Benefits: bicyclists over 50 years old.

Thu-Sat, May 31-Jun 2, 2007 Long Island Empire State Games for the Physically Challenged, NYS Off. of Pks, Rec & Hist Pres, 1 Empire State Plz, Albany NY 12238, tel: 518 474-8889, www.empirestategames.org, susan.maxwell@oprhp.state.ny.us. Benefits: participant. Dist.: 40/80 meters, power wheel chair. Reg info: events are open with no qualifying competition or previous0 experience required. Notes: Athletes receive a ESG uniform, medals & more. Sponsor: NYS Lottery.


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Sat, Jun 2, 7th Annual River Ride for Hunger & Homelessness, Opportunities for Otsego, 3 W Broadway, Oneonta NY 13820, tel: 607 433-8000, www.ofoinc.org, info@ofoinc.org. Benefits: the alleviation of hunger and homelessness. Dist: 46 mi. Reg info: pre-reg by 5/18/07; fees: individual (18+) $25.00; teen (15-17 yr old) $20.00; youth (-14 yrs old) $10.00. On line reg. Advanced reg encouraged. No pledges. Start: 9 AM. Reg./ck. in., 8 AM, Skate House at Neawha Pk, Oneonta NY. Notes: sag support, rest stops w/restrooms, food & drinks. T-shirts while supplies last. 2008 date: June 7, 2008.

Sat, Jun 2, Tour de Cure-Buffalo, Am. Diabetes Assn., Buffalo Office, 315 Alberta Dr., Amherst NY 14226, tel: 716 835-0274x3705, www.diabetes.org/tour, touradmin@diabetes.org. Benefits: American Diabetes Assn. Dist: 6/16/30/62.5/100 mi. Reg info: fee: $25.00 + $150.00 in pledges. $30.00 reg fee, day of tour. Start time & loc: Niagara County Community College. 100 mi., 6:00 AM; 62.5 mi., 7:00 AM; 30 mi., 8:00 AM; 16 mi., 9:00 AM; 6 mi., 9:00 AM. Notes: show ups & spectators are encouraged to participate. National Sponsors: Gold's Gym, LeMond Fitness, Inc., Performance Bicycle, Discovery Health Channel.

Sun, Jun 3, 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. Start time & loc: 7:00 AM, North Fork Bank, Mattituck NY. Notes: show ups & spectators welcome. Sag support, rest stops, goodie bag, & prizes.

Sat, Jun 3, ESG Central Region Qualification Race, Tioga Velo Club, www.tiogavelo.com, info@tiogavelo.com. Dist: Circuit. Reg info: day of event reg. at race venue, pre-reg. is preferred.. No pledges. Start: reg, 7:30 AM, 9 AM, 2.8 mi. time trial; 9:45 AM, points race; all at Kirkwood Industrial Pk., Colesville Rd, Kirkwood NY. Notes: Applications on Empire State Games web site, http://www.empirestategames.org & must be submitted to Ken McInerney, ESG Reg Dir, 8488 Fathom Dr., Baldwinsville NY 13027 by mail.

Tue, Jun 3, Stewart Singletrack Challenge: Campmor H2H Series, Darkhorse Cycles, 2294 Rt 208 # 5, Montgomery NY 12549, tel: 845 778-6604, www.darkhorsecycles.com, darkhorsecycles@frontiernet.net. Reg info: bikereg.com. Start: Stewart St Forest, NY. Sponsor Campmor.

Sun, Jun 3, Tour de Brooklyn, Transportation Alternatives, 127 W. 26th St # 1002, New York NY 10001, tel: 212 629-8080, www.tourdebrooklyn.org, info@transalt.org. Dist: 18 mi. Reg info: free, no fees. Start time & loc.: 8 AM, check in; 9 AM line up; 9:30 AM start; rain or shine; Grand Army Plz, Booklyn NY. Notes: post-ride party, Brooklyn Best Festival in Ft Green, Brooklyn NY. Sponsors: Slope Sports, Bailey Works Bags, Recycle-a Bicycle, Brooklyn Brewery, Habana Outpost Brooklyn, Brooklyn Greenway Waterfront Initiative, Independence Community Foundation, Deno's Wonder Wheel Amusement Pk.

Sun, Jun 3, 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, www.diabetes.org/tour, touradmin@diabetes.org. Benefits: American Diabetes Assn. Dist: 15/25/40/62.5/100 mi. Reg info: fee: $15.00 + $150.00 in pledges. Start time & loc: Verona Beach St. Pk., 6:15-8:45 AM depending upon distance. See web site for details. Notes: show ups & spectators encouraged. National Sponsors: Gold's Gym, LeMond Fitness, Inc., Performance Bicycle, Discovery Health Channel.

Sun, Jun 3, TVC Cat 4-5/Womens/Juniors Circuit Race, Tioga Velo Club, NY www.tiogavelo.com, info@tiogavelo.com, Dist: Circuit. Reg info: at race venue come and race with us. No pledges. Start: 11:00 AM, reg 9-10:45 AM, Kirkwood Industrial Pk, Colesville Rd, Kirkwood NY. Notes: This race runs immediately after the ESG Central Region Qualifying Race on the same course. 3 fields: men's cat 4/5, women Cat 4, Juniors (up to age 21.) Fields may be combined at Chief Referee’s discretion.

Sun, Jun 3, National Kidney Foundation Northeast NY RideNational Kidney Foundation of Northeast NY, www.nkfneny.org, 518.458.9697.  The event is designed to create community awareness about kidney disease and raise money for NKF programs and services.  No fee to enter but each participant is encouraged to raise at least $100.  T-shirts available for anyone raising $100 and prizes are given for those raising $200 or more.  Ride starts from the Corning Preserve in Albany, NY. 

Sun, Jun 3, Tour de Kingston, Tobacco Free Action Coalition, www.tobaccofreeactioncoalition.org, anace@kingstonhospital.org, 845.943.6022.  10am start time, 5, 12, 22 & 50 miles, suggested donation $15 individual/$25 family, walk-ons welcome, raffle prizes and a limited number of free helmets if needed.   

Tue-Sun, Jun 5-10, 2007 Empire State Senior Games, NYS Office of Parks, Recreation & Historic Preservation, Central Region, 6105 E. Seneca Tpk., Jamesville NY 13078, tel.: 315 492-9654, ww.empirestategames.org/senior, Benefits: bicyclists aged 50 & over. Dist.: 5/10 km. time trials; 20 km. road race. Reg info.: fee, $25.00. Pre-registration only. Advanced reg by 5/6/07. No show ups. Official gov’t. issued proof of age is required. No exceptions. See web site for reg forms and details. Start: All bicycling events are at Greek Peak, Virgil NY; events: 5k TT; 20k road race; 10k TT. Notes: Medals awarded. Affordable lodging in SUNY Cortland residence halls, $25-30.00 per night; bedding included but not towels; meals are not included. Residence halls are not air conditioned. Hotels and motels are in Cortland.

Fri-Sun, Jun 8-10, 27th Great Finger Lakes Bicycle Tour, Southern Tier Bicycle Club, PO Box 601, Binghamton NY 13902, tel: 607 722-6005, www.southerntierbicycleclub.org, bike@southerntierbicycleclub.org, Dist: 55/74 mi. Reg info: $65, by 5/11/07; $75, after that date; + $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 PM, 6/8/07, Hidden Valley Group Camp, Watkins Glen St Pk Notes: Short Friday night ride plus 2 days of touring in the scenic southern Finger Lakes NY. 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 8-10, 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, www.ibdride.org, info@ibdride.org. Benefits: multiple charities providing Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis awareness, patient support, and disease research. Dist: 210 mi. NYC to Saratoga Springs NY. Reg info: fee: $85.00 + $1900.00 min. in pledges. Advance reg is required. Ride check in is on 6/8/07. On line (web site page) registration. No show ups. Start: New York NY. Notes: fees include: Fully supported with sweep, fully stocked rest stops, meals, overnight camping accommodations, etc.

Sat-Sun, Jun 9-10, 24 Hours of b.i.k.e.-Syracuse, b.i.k.e.-Syracuse, PO Box 15192, Syracuse NY 13215, tel: 315 428-2453, www.bikesyracuse.org, bikesyracuse@aol.com. Benefits: Bicycles and Ideas for Kids Empowerment was created for the purpose of helping inner-city, at risk children. Dist: 20 mi. loop through Syracuse; cyclist can ride up to 24 hours on the loop. Reg info: fee: $35.00 per cyclist 18 & older; $25.00 per cyclist in team + pledges. Reg: 8:00 AM, 6/9/07. Start: 2:00 PM; ends 2:00 PM on Sun, at Skiddy Pk, Syracuse NY. Notes: Overnight secure tent camping permitted for this event. Sponsors: Syracuse City Police Dept, Syracuse City Board of Education, Syracuse Pks & Rec Dept, MSA Advocates.

Sat, Jun 9, Balloon Festival Classic, Farm Team Cycling, 51 Coila Rd., Cambridge NY 12816, tel: 518 275-6185, www.farmteamcycling.org, dwdrake@nycap.rr.com. Benefits: Cub Scout Pack 62, Cambridge NY 12816. Dist: 25-75 mi. loop. Reg info: fee, $25.00. Pre-reg preferred by 6/6/07. 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. Sponsors: Val Industries, Cabot Cheese, Anthem Thermal Solutions.

Sat, Jun 9, Perry Brevet, Onondaga Cycling Club, 5137 Glass Factory Rd, Munnsville NY 13409, tel: 315 684-7280, www.distancerider.net, info@distancerider.net. Dist: 375 mi. Reg info: free; you must read the web site info; show ups come 'n join us! Start: 4 AM, Town Pk, Perry NY. Notes: public transit & driving directions to start on web site. Notes: white headlight + red tail light; reflective clothing; reflectors as per NYS law.

Sat, Jun 9, The Big D Ride, Big D Riders Club, tel: 631.666.1266, theBigDRide@optonline.net. Dist: 15, 25, 40, 70, 100 mi. Reg info: $25.00.  Benefits: The Blieka Children.  Start: 7:00am Bohemia, NY, walk-ons welcome.  

Sun, Jun 10, Mansion Ride for Autism, Ascent School, 819 Grand Blvd, Deer Park 11729, tel: 631 254-6100, www.mansionride.com. Benefits: Ascent, A School for Individuals with autism. Dist: 25/50/62 mi Reg info: mail in form on line, $50.00. Start time & loc.: 7 AM, North Shore Synagogue, 83 Muttontown/Eastwoods Rd, Syosset NY. Notes: explores 5 mansions on the beautiful North Shore of Long Island NY.

Sun, Jun 10, Tour de Cure-Albany Stillwater, American Diabetes Assn., 7 Washington Sq., Albany NY 12205, tel: 888 342-23837, www.diabetes.org/tour, ayoung@diabetes.org. Benefits: American Diabetes Assn. Dist: 10/25/50/75/100 mi. Reg info: $15.00 + $150.00 in pledges. On line registration. Start: Stillwater Central School, 6:30-9:15 AM depending upon distance. See web site for details. 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. Grab your friends & family & help make a difference! National Sponsors: Gold's Gym, LeMond Fitness, Inc., Performance Bicycle, Discovery Health Channel.

Sun, Jun 10, Tour de Cure-Rochester, Rochester Am. Diabetes Assn. Chapter, 595 Blossom Rd., Ste. 208, Rochester NY 14610, tel: 888 342-23837, www.diabetes.org/tour, rjaffarian@diabetes.org. Benefits: American Diabetes Assn. Dist: 7/15/40/62.5/100 mi. Reg info: 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. See web site for details. Notes: show ups & spectators encouraged. National Sponsors: Gold's Gym, LeMond Fitness, Inc., Performance Bicycle, Discovery Health Channel.

Sun, Jun 10, WMBA 11th Annual Fat Tire Festival, Westchester Mt Bike Assn, PO Box 95, Compound NY 10517, tel: 845 778-6604, www.wmba.org, wmbarace@yahoo.com. Reg info: bikereg.com. Sponsors: Campmor, ET Cycle Ctr., Yorktown Cycles, Hickery & Tweed, Down Cycles, Tarrytown Cycles, Danny's Cycles, Push Hard Multisport, Trail Masters, Sid's Bike Shop, Julio bicycles, American Classic, Dirt Camp, Ride Bikes, Fuji Bicycles, High Caliper Bicycle Co., Bike Plattekill, News 12 Westchester, Savvy networks, Dirt Rag Magazine, EMS.

Sun, Jun 10, 20th Anniversary GW Bridge Challenge, American Cancer Society, tel: 201.457.3418, www.cancer.org, Jessica.Alvardo@cancer.org. Reg info: fundraising event for walkers, runners and cyclists crossing the world's most traveled bridge.  Bike routes: 4, 10, 25, 33 & 66 miles. 

Sat-Sun, Jun 16-17, Hardcore 24, Park Ave. Bike Shop, 2900 Monroe Ave, Rochester NY 14618, tel: 585 381-3080, www.thehardcore24.com, andy@parkavebike.com. Benefits: Otetiana Council, Boy Scouts of America, in recognition of their support of cycling, their generous use of their property to host mountain bike events, and to support their mission to develop young people into solid productive citizens. Dist: Hey, this is a 24 hr endurance X-C race. Reg info & fees: $85.00, solo racer men/women 19-39, 40+; no beginners or jrs. in solo cat; teams 2-5 person + corporate, no age/gender limit; fees vary with no. of team members. Start: Sat 12:00 noon, Camp Cutler Boy Scout Camp, 7131 Gulick Rd, Naples NY. Electronic timing. Notes: free camping; free parking; heated showers; private cabins 1st come, 1st serve. $4000.00 in awards & schwag. Post race feast.

Sat, Jun 16, Horseheads Rotary 3rd Annual Century Bike Tour, Horseheads Rotary, PO Box 472, Horseheads NY 14845 tel: 607 796-5696, www.horseheadsrotary.com. Benefits: 50% Rotary's Polio Plus Campaign to eradicate polio in the world & 50% Horseheads community projects. Dist: 10/62/100 mi. Reg info: fee,: $50 min. to be a qualified rider; on line reg forms; show ups ok. Start: check in, 7:30 AM;. starts: by dist. 8:30 AM-noon, Main Hanger, Wings of Eagles Warplane Mus Horseheads NY. Notes: 30 mi. rest stops; sag, free mus.tours. Qualified rider gets, t-shirt, post ride meal, chance at door prize. Door prizes include Wings of Eagles Discovery Ctr airplane ride; gift certs. Sponsors: Time Warner Cable, Horseheads Police Department, Polly-O Dairy/Kraft Foods, Wings of Eagles Warplane Museum, Central Recycling, Arnot Ogden Medical Ctr., Guthrie Clinic, Orchard Family Health Care, Harry A. Bowers Insurance, Elmira Savings Bank, Fox Auto Group, Chemung Soft Water Service, Bulkhead Hardware, Woodshed Antiques.

Sat, Jun 16, Whiteface Mt. Uphill Bike Race, Whiteface Mt Regional Visitors Bur., PO Box 277, Wilmington NY 12997, tel: 518 946-2255, www.whitefacerace.com, info@whitefacerace.com, Dist.: 7.83942 mi ascent at 8% grade. Reg info: fee: $60.00, pre-reg only by 6/9/07. No day of race reg. Reg form on web site. Start: 5:30 PM, Rts 86 & 431, Wilmington NY. 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.

Sun, Jun 17, Owego Strawberry Festival Classic, Tioga Velo Club, Owego NY www.tiogavelo.com, info@tiogavelo.com. Dist.: Circuit. Reg info: pre-reg, on-line; show ups ok, come race with us! Start: reg, 8:30 AM; start, 10 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.

Sat, Jun 23, Saturn Rochester Twilight Criterium, Full Moon Vista Bike & Sport, 180 St Paul St, Rochester NY 14604, tel.: 585 546-4030, www.rochestercrit.com, scott@fullmoonvista.com. Benefits: bicyclist (purse); various charities. Dist: various men's & women's categories. Start: All races start at the Central Library, Broad St at South Ave, Rochester NY. Notes: The Saturn Rochester Twilight Criterium is now on the 2007 USCF National Race Calendar. Part of the Union Cycliste Internationale America Tour. 

Sat, Jun 23, The Ride for Roswell, The Roswell Park Cancer Institute, PO 644, Buffalo NY 14240, tel: 716 845-8788, fax: 716 845-1478, www.rideforroswell.org, ride4roswell@roswellpark.org. Benefits: cancer research and patients' care at Roswell Park Cancer Institute. Dist: 9/20/33/62.5 mi. Reg info: reg on line. 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 23, Bridge Fever Bike Ride, Poughkeepsie, NY, tel.: 845.454.1190, www.walkway.org, fredinHV@aol.com. Benefits: Walkway Over the Hudson. Dist: 100 miles from Poughkeepsie to NYC, fully supported w/ return transportation back to Poughkeepsie.  Suggested donation: $100. 

Sat, Jun 23, Tour de Sussex, The Longeveity Medical Research Fund, tel: 201.656.7411, www.tourdesussex.org, info@tourdesussex.org. Benefits: medical research. Dist: Flat routes 25 -46 mi, hilly routes 35 - 88mi.. Reg info: rain date June 24th, free T-shirts, water bottles and NYC shuttle. 

Sat. - Sun, Jun 23-24, X State Challenge; Hills 2 Harbor, American Lung Associaiton, Williamstown, MA, tel: 781.890.4262, www.lungma.org, biketrek@lungma.org. Benefits: American Lung Association of MA. Dist: 200 mi. Reg info: $60, fundraising required.

Sun, Jun 24, Owasco Flyer Race, Owasco Velo Club, Auburn YMCA & Thumpernet.com, PO Box 1506, Auburn NY 13021, tel.: 315 252-7611, www.owascoveloclub.com/owascoflyer.html, info@owascoveloclub.com Benefits: summer Camp-Y-Owasco for kids. Dist: 36 mi. Reg info: pre-reg fee, $25. by 6/22/07 only on bikereg.com; $30. after 6/22; $35. day of the race. USCF lic not required. Start: reg, 8 AM; start, 10 AM, Emerson Pk., Auburn NY. Notes: $1,100.00 in cash prizes split among elite racers & age group cyclists + medals. Post race refreshments for all participants. Challenging and scenic course around Owasco Lake one of the beautiful NYS Finger Lakes. Sponsors: Geneva Bicycle Center, Terry Precision Cycling, Wegman's, PowerBar, iAGT, D&W Diesel, AAI, Mack Studios Displays, Tangidyne Corp., Goulds Pumps/ITT Industries, Owens-Illlinois, Nalgene, Camp David Clothing, attitude 101 headgear, Citigroup/Smith Barney, Michaels & Smolak Trial Lawyers, Sullivan & Associates, Auburn Radiologic Assoc. DIC, Mike Marino Flight Instruction.

Thu-Sun, Jun 28-Jul 1, Pedal for Medals, Special Olympics NY, 800 S. Wilbur Ave, Syracuse NY 13204, tel: 315 473-3177, www.pedal4medals.org, info@pedal4medals.org. Benefits: Special Olympics of NYS. Dist: 300 mi. + one day rides of 54/60/82/100 mi. Reg info: reg. fee + min. pledges. Reg form on web site. Pre-reg preferred for long ride. Show ups at shorter distances are welcome & appreciated. Notes: Sag vans are linked one to the other by ham radio operators; mechanic provides repair & maintenance support before & after the ride each day.

Sat, Jun 30, 6th Annual R2k05.6 75 mi. Recumbent Rally, Rochester Area Recumbent Enthusiasts (RARE), PO Box 10100, Rochester NY 14610, tel: 888 857-8198, http://home.rochester.rr.com/rare/, r2korganizers@rochester.rr.com, Dist.: 75/25 mi. 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 6/1/07 to be assured of a campsite (Fri or Sat night) at this beautiful St Pk on Lake Ontario. Additional campsites are available by directly calling Hamlin Beach St Pk, 585 964-2462. Show ups welcome. Start: 8:00 AM, main parking lot at Hamlin Beach St Pk, Hamlin NY (on Lake Ontario). Remote start at Basil A. Marcella Pk on English Rd, N Greece NY. Notes: Ride takes place entirely on Sat, 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 30-Jul 1, Raccoon Rally, Western NY Mt. Bike Assoc. (WNYMBA), PO Box 1691, Amherst NY 14226, tel: 716 354-9121, www.wnymba.org, www.heartrateup.com, heartrateupinfo@yahoo.com, Benefits: WNYMBA, IMBA. Dist: Many & varied mt. biking events and distances. Trials, cross country, fun rides, night rides, kids race & events, new bike demos, food & fun. Reg info: fees: on line reg at: www.heartrateup.com. See the web site. Pre-reg deadline: Although not specified it is usually 5/31. Start: Various times, locations for various events at Allegany NY St. Pk., Salamanca, NY.; all day, both days. Notes: Premier eastern N. Am. mt. bike rally. Camping available in Allegany St. Pk. in NY & Allegheny Nat'l Forest in PA as well as lodging at motels. Lights needed for night riding. Food & drinks available on site. Helmets required. Not a NORBA event, NORBA lic. not required. Primary sponsors: Hollyloft Ski & Bike, Hayes Disc Brakes, DeFeet, ProLink Chain Lube, Kenda Tires & Tubes, WTB, Tom's Pro Bike.


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Sat, Jul 7, Lou Maltese Memorial, Century Road Club Assn, PO Box 20412, Greeley Sq. Station, New York NY 10001, www.crca.net, openracing@crca.net, Benefits: bicyclist 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 info: 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. Good roadway surface. Part of Maxxis NY Cycling Cup, the Aquafina Women's 3/4 Race Series, & the Lance Armstrong Junior Olympic (LAJORS) event for 15-18 & 19-20 yr. olds.

Sat, Jul 7, Wlanut Mountain MTB Tour, Liberty Bike Trail, www.libertybiketrail.org, ride@libertybiketrail.org, 845.239.2218.  Benefits: bike advocacy in Sullivan County.  Dist: 265 acres. Start: 10:00 AM, Walnut Mountain, Liberty, NY, on-site registration.

Sat, Jul 7, Tour de Per-'RY, Perry Chalk Festival/Perry BiCentennial Celebration, www.perrychalkfestival.com, tourdeperry@gmail.com, 585.237.2933. Dist: 4.3, 10.38 or 23mi rides around Silver Lake, $10/rider or $20/family. Start: 9:15 at Perry Village Park, Perry, NY.  

Sat-Sun, Jul 7-8, Saratoga 12/24 Hour Ultra Race, John Ceceri, 7 Pearl St., Schuylerville NY 12871, tel: 518 583-3708, www.jjctech.com/saratoga24.htm, adk540@nycap.rr.com. Benefits: The Mechanicville Area Community Center. Dist: 32 mi. loop. Reg info: 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).

Sun-Sun, Jul 8-15, Cycling the Erie Canal, PTNY, 29 Elk St., Albany NY 12207, tel: 518 434-1583, www.ptny.org, canaltour@ptny.org. Benefits: PTNY. Dist: 400 mi. Reg info: fee: $520.00. Camping. No show ups. Start: 8:00 AM, Buffalo NY. Sponsors: M&T Bank, Terry Precision Cycling for Women, Panera Bread, Erie Canal Nat'l. Hist. Corridor, NYS Canal System, Civil Service Employees Assn., I Love NY, Albany CVB, Cayuga Off. of Tourism, Montgomery County CofC, Oneida County CVB, Orleans County, Rochester Made for Living, Seneca County Tourism, VisitSyracuse, Wayne County NY Tourism, Nalgene, Nextel, Capital District Physicians Health Plan.

Sun, Jul 8, Dark Horse Gallop: Campmor H2H Mtb Series, Darkhorse Cycles, 2294 Rt 208 # 5, Montgomery NY 12549, tel: 845 778-6604, www.darkhorsecycles.com, darkhorsecycles@frontiernet.net. Reg info: bikereg.com. Start: Stewart St Forest, NY. Sponsor: Campmor.

Sun, Jul 8, Gold Coast Tour, Huntington Bicycle Club, PO BOX 322, Huntington Station NY 11746, www.huntingtonbicycleclub.org. Dist: 12/25/50/75/100 mi. Reg info: active.com. Start: staggered start times from BAE Systems, Greenlawn NY. Notes: sag support, stocked rest stops, ANSI/SNELL approved helmet required. Cycling safety & strict adherence to all cycling rules of the road are imperative.

Sun-Thu, Jul 8-12, Lake Champlain Bikeway, Tri-State Wheelers, PO Box 809, Saratoga NY 12866, tel: 518 584-3102, www.newenglandadventure.com, tmcbike@aol.com. Dist: 182 mi. Reg info: fee: $869.00; 30 riders only. Start: Burlington VT. Notes: All inclusive tour; motel/hotels/inns; full sag support, etc.

Sun, Jul 8, Olcott Pirate Festival, Argh!!! 20k Time Trial, Score This!!!, Inc., 15 Ranch Trail Ct, Orchard Park NY 14127, tel: 716 662-9379, www.score-this.com, info@score-this.com. Dist: 20k time trial. Reg info: pdf reg. form on web site. No pledges. Show up riders, participate with us! Start: 9:00 AM, Krull Pk, Lake Rd. (NY 18), Olcott on Lake Ontario NY. Notes: cash prizes for top 5 male & top 3 female riders. Awards by age group category. Pirate Festival is from Friday-Sunday.

Sun, Jul 8, Tour de Cure-New York City, American Diabetes Assn., 333 7th Ave., 17th Fl., New York NY 10001, tel: 212 725-4925x3412, www.diabetes.org/tour, touradmin@diabetes.org. Benefits: American Diabetes Assn. Dist: 15/32/62 mi. Reg info: fee: $15 + $150 in pledges. Start: Battery Pk. Notes: show ups & spectators are encouraged to participate. National Sponsors: Gold's Gym, LeMond Fitness, Inc, Performance Bicycle, Discovery Health Channel.

Sat, Jul 14, MS North Country Bike Ride, Natl. Multiple Sclerosis Soc. Upstate New York Chap., 1650 South Ave., Ste 100, Rochester NY 14620, tel.: 585 271-0801, www.msupstateny.org, events@msupstateny.org. Benefits: proceeds will be used to support local programs for nearly 12,000 individuals with MS in upstate New York & to support national MS research. Dist: 10/30/62/100 mi. Reg info: fee: $50. + $200. in pledges. Show ups OK. Start: 7:30 AM, Moreau Lake St Pk, Gansevoort NY. Notes: This is a fully supported tour around the foothills of the Adirondacks and through historic Saratoga County.

Sat-Sun, Jul 14-15, Owasco Stage Race, Owasco Velo Club & Auburn Rotary Club, PO Box 1506, Auburn NY 13021, tel.: 315 729-3634, www.owascoveloclub.com/osr2006a.htm, info@owascoveloclub.com. Benefits: local charities designated by the Auburn Rotary Club. Dist: bicycle stage races; dist variable 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.) Reg info: 6 race categories; variable fee, $55.-80; pre-reg. by 11 AM, 7/7/07. Online reg. at Racelistings.com or Bikereg.com. $15 late fee for on site reg. USCF lic. is available at site registration. Start: 9 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. Part of the CNY Racer's Cup.

Sat-Sun, Jul 14-15, QuadZilla & The Finger Lakes 350, Mark Frank, 980-A Cork Rd, Rochester NY 14564, tel: 585 924-5644, www.quadzilla.us, mfqz@rochester.rr.com. Dist: QuadZilla, 400 mi; Finger Lakes 350, 350 mi. Reg info: fee of $125.00 is exclusively for the event expenses. Fee includes shared motel, hot food provided at some checkpoints, bag drop to sleep stop, map, cue sheet & finishers' memento. Online form or active.com. Start: 5:00 AM, Wegmans Market, NY Rte. 13, Ithaca NY. Notes: Randonneur style event circling all 11 of the scenic NYS Finger Lakes & traversing the 'Grand Canyon of the East' in Letchworth State Park. Over 28,000 ft. total elevation with daunting climbs on quiet backroads leading to stunning vistas of crystal clear lakes. JMC points awarded. Qualifier for BMB, PBP '07, & RAAM.

Sun, Jul 15, 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. Benefits: Rescue Mission. Dist: 100/62/40/20/5 mi. Reg info: fee: $100.00, at start, no pre-reg; pledges not necessary. Reg form on web site. Start: 7:00 AM, Century; staggered times for other distances. All starts & finishes at Cazenovia College, 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.

Fri-Sun, Jul 20-22, Tri-State Trek, Boston, MA - New York, NY 14564, tel: 617.441.7200, www.TriStateTrek.com, contact@tristatetrek.com. Dist: 270 mi from Boston, MA to NYC to end ALS, Lou Gehrig's disease..

Sat, Jul 21, The 2007 B. C. Bicycle Race for Sight, Assn. for Vision Rehabilitation & Employment, 55 Washington St. Binghamton NY 13901, tel.: 607 724-2428, www.avreus.org, avreinfo@avreus.org. 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. Dist.: 26 mi., citizen road race.       Reg. Info.: pre-reg. fee $20.00 by 7/14/07; $27.00 day of race; on line web site reg; 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.

Sat-Sun, Jul 21-22, Alec Stall Race Weekend, Hudson Valley Velo Club, PO Box 371, LaGrangeville NY 12540, www.hvvc.org, Dist: circuit race; Union Vale citizens race, 30-58 mi. by cat on 14 mi loop. Reg info: bikereg.org. Start: Sat, Poughkeepsie Criterium; Union Vale, Sun Tymor Pk., Union Vale NY.

Sun-Sat, Jul 22-28, BonTon Roulet, Cortland & Auburn YMCA, 27-29 William St., Auburn NY 13021, tel: 315 253-5304/607 756-2893, www.bontonroulet.com, btr@bontonroulet.com. Benefits Auburn & Cortland YMCAs. Dist: 310 mi. Reg info: See web site for info. Advanced reg only. No show ups. Refund policy on the on line reg form. No pledges. Ride is limited to 500 riders. 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.

Sun-Sat, Jul 22-28, 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. Benefits: Double H Ranch, Lake Luzerne NY. Dist: 500 mi/7 days; average 70 mi per day. Reg info: fee: $235 pre-reg by 7/1/07; no pledges; 200 rider limit; no show ups; camping w/motel option. Start: depart from Niagara Falls, travel east to Saratoga. Notes: explore 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 22, Reid's Ride, 275 Essex St., Lynnfield, MA 01940, tel: 781.632.2025, www.reidsaccofoundation.org, gsacco@reidsaccofoundation.org. Benefits Reid R. Sacco Cancer Research Fund. Dist: 28 mi. Reg info: $50 w/ $125 in pledges.  7:30 am start time, registration available day of event.  28 scenic miles ending on the ocean w/ a barbeque. 

Fri-Sun, Jul 27-29, 2007 Empire State Summer Games in Westchester County, Empire State Games, NYS Off Pks Rec & Hist Pres, Albany NY 12238, tel: 518 474-8889, www.empirestategames.org. Dist: individual time trials, men & women, 10 mi.; road races: men 74 mi., women 55 mi.; criterium: women 20 mi., men 31 mi.; team time trials: women 24 mi., men 40 mi. Reg info: Any USCF registered amateur athlete from NYS. Qualifying events: May/June, locations by ESG region. Telephone the ESG main office for the cycling tryout/eligibility schedule applicable to your region. Tell the ESG main office that you saw the ESG information posting on the New York Bicycling Coalition calendar. Start loc. & times: 7/27, 10:30, individual time trials; 7/28, 10 AM, road races; 7/29, 9 AM, criterium;  7/30, 10:30 AM, team time trails. Sponsor: NYS Lottery.

Fri-Fri, Jul 27-Aug 3, An Amazing Adirondack Adventure, In Motion Events, PO Box 459, Auburn NY 13021, tel: 607 423-2769/315 406-6213, www.inmotioneventsbicycletours.com. inmotionevents@aol.com. Dist: 350 mi. Reg info: fees: $580.00; $530.00 by 6/1/07; discounted youth fee. No show ups. Pre-reg only. Start: Olmsteadville NY. Notes: included in fee: 4 breakfasts/4 dinner meals; campsites w/hot showers; cue sheets; sag vehicles; baggage transport. Camptel & hotels optional.

Sat, Jul 28, 5th Annual Ride for Independence, Thompson Health Cycling Team, 350 Parrish St, Canandaigua NY 14424, Benefits: Thompson Health Rehabilitation Services Aftercare Program. Dist: 62.5/31/15 mi; 6800 ft of climbing. Reg info: fees: $25.00 by 6/1/07; $30.00 by 7/1/07; $35.00 7/2/07-ride. Pledges, optional Reg at active.com. Show ups encouraged. Start: reg 6:30-8:00 AM; mass start at 8:00 AM, Onanda Pk, West Lake Rd, Canandaigua NY. Individuals can start any time after 8:00 AM. Notes: sag & repair support, food, t-shirts, entertainment, swimming, showers, prizes for top pledges/donations. All routes have scenic views of Canandaigua Lake. Elevation graphs on web site.

Sat-Sat, Jul 28-Aug 4, Lake Champlain Tandem Tour, Gear-To-Go Tandems, 850 W Clinton St, Elmira NY 14905, tel: 607-732-4859, www.gtgtandems.com/tours.html, tours@gtgtandems.com. Benefits: bicyclists. Dist: 35 - 50 miles per day. Reg info: fee, $2350.00 per couple, includes 7 nights lodging, 4 dinners; reg limited to 13 couples.

Sat, Jul 28, Poker Ride For Life, c/o Jeff Wood, 16260 Ives Rd. Watertown NY 13601, tel: 315 788-5228, www.freewood.net/ncac/pokerride.htm, jeff@freewood.net. Benefits: North Country Against Cancer & Lance Armstrong Foundation Peleton Proj. Dist: 25/50 mi. Reg info: fee, $25-40; pre-reg preferred. Show ups OK. Start: 9 AM, Sackets Harbor NY. Notes: prizes for the best poker hand and top 3 hands in each age/sex category. Sponsors: WWIT-ABC News Watch 50, Blue Cat, American Express Financial Advisors, Westelcom, Sackets Harbor, YMCA.

Sun, Jul 29, Harlem Valley Rail Ride, Bike New York, 891 Amsterdam Ave., Rm. 101, New York NY 10025, tel: 212 932-2453, www.bikenewyork.org, info@bikenewyork.org. Benefits: Harlem Valley Rail Trail Assn. Dist: Various, 22-100 mi., various options. Reg info: bike ups on day of the ride, hey come on along! No pledges. Start: Millerton NY.

Sun, Jul 29, 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. Benefits: A fundraiser recognizing the interests of our Jason Kempston & the care of the animals of Knox Farm State Park. Dist: 10 mi. laps in a continuous cross country mtb solo & 2 person tag team race. Reg info: fees: Solo racers & teams per team. No pledges. Show ups welcome & spectators encouraged. 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.

Sun, Jul 29, Plattekill Mtn. NYS XC MTB Series #2, Plattekill Mountain, tel: 607.326.3500, www.plattekill.com, info@plattekill.com. Dist: 6 miles per lap, beginner 1 lap, sport 2 laps, expert/pro 3 laps. Reg info: $30, preregdate 7/27/07; race day registration open 9-11:30 am in resort lodge. Start: 12 noon, Plattekill Mtn in Roxbury, NY.


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Fri-Sun, Aug 3-5, Montreal Double Double, John Ceceri, 7 Pearl St, Schuylerville NY 12871, tel: 518 583-3708, www.jjctech.com/, john@jjctech.com. Notes: new event details being arranged. Ultra Marathon Cycling Assn. & RUSA rules apply.

Fri-Sun, Aug 3-5, WNYMBA Ellicottville MtB Fest, WNYMBA, PO Box 1691, Amherst NY 14226, www.wnymba.org, info@wnymba.org. Benefits: the development of western NYS mtb trails. Dist: various events including but not limited to rides for mtbers of all levels of abilities; hill climbs; skill clinics; bike toss; night ride, etc. Reg info. & fees: reg day of Fest; WNYMBA membership not necessary. Pre-reg. by 7/15/07. Kids O. K. Fees include: 2 nites camping; chicken bbq. Start: Friday, Holimont Ski Area, Ellicottville NY. Notes: Come to Ellicottville for a summer weekend of some of the best singletrack in the northeastern USA! The area boasts of mi/km sweet challenging trails on State forest lands, Holiday Valley & Holimont ski areas. Limited ed. t-shirts. Dwnld a poster.

Sat, Aug 4, Doc Reilly Memorial Road Race, Schoharie Valley Cycling Club, PO Box 464, Cobleskill NY 12043, www.schoharievalleycyclingclub.org. Benefits: Frank 'Doc' Reilly Park maintenance fund, Cobleskill NY. Dist: 13.2 mi loop; ~1,100 ft of climbing per lap. Notes: Purse. Children's grass crit.

Sun, Aug 5, Tour of the Litchfield Hills, Tour of the Litchfield Hills Organizing Committee, 830.379.3372 www.tourofthelitchfieldhills.com, demcguinness@snet.com@wnymba.org. Benefits: Center for Cancer Care Fund Inc.. Dist: 12, 30, 50 & 75.. Reg info. & fees: $30. Start: 8am Coe Park Torrington, CT.

Tue, Aug 7, 14 & 21, 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, Benefits: bicyclist. Dist: 2 mi. loop. Expert, 7 laps; sport, 5 laps; jr & beginner, 3 laps. Reg info: $10.00 per race. NORBA lic req & available. Show ups & spectators encouraged. Helmets required. Start: 476 Loud Rd, Fairport NY. Reg: 5-6:00 PM; Race: 6:00 PM. Notes: race is held on private land.

Sat-Sun, Aug 11-12, Bike Tioga 2007, Tioga County Tourism, 188 Front St, Owego NY 13827, tel: 607 687-7440, www.biketioga.com, info@visittioga.com, Benefits: leisure bicyclists and spectators. Dist: 27/44/69/102; century on Sat; bmx & mtb events. Reg info: fee: $15.00 each day or $20.00 for both days. Pre-reg fees: $10.00 each day or $15.00 for both days. Call: 800 671-7772 to pre-reg. Start: routes begin & end at Hickories Pk 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; bmx events. See web site for additional information.

Sat-Sun, Aug 11-12, MS Finger Lakes Bike Tour, Nat'l. Multiple Sclerosis Society Upstate New York Chapter, 1650 South Ave., Ste. 100, Rochester NY 14620, tel: 585 271-0801, www.msupstateny.org, events@msupstateny.org, Benefits: proceeds will be used to support local programs for nearly 8,000 individuals with MS in upstate New York and to support national MS research. Dist: 30/35/75/85/160 mi., various routes. Reg info: fee: $35.00 + $200.00 (min.) in pledges. Show ups & spectators encouraged. Start: 8:00 AM, Keuka College, Keuka Park NY. Notes: cycle along & view  5 scenic Finger Lakes in 2 days of this fully supported (food too) bike tour. Rain or shine; sag & repair support.

Sat, Aug 11, 4th Annual Suicide 6 Endurance MtB Race, Suicide Six, c/o G. Braddon, 206 Maple Ave, Victor NY 14564, tel: Brad, 585 657-7777x223, www.parkavebike.com, brad@commodoreplastics.com. Dist: 6 hr endurance race on an 8 mi single track MTB race loop. Reg info: fees: $50.00, solo; $80.00 per 2 person team; $30.00 per person open class; Pre-reg by online form; at active.com; or on the day of the race, reg, 8-9:00 AM. Show ups/bike ups come & join the fun. Start: 10:00 AM, Harriet Holister Spencer Pk, Canadice Hill Rd, Canadice NY. Directions are on the web site. Notes: Solo, 2 person teams or open class; Norba Lic is NOT required. All participants will receive a commemorative pint glass; "We are skipping the t-shirts in favor of better prizes including cash pay outs. Sponsor: Park Ave Bike Shop.

Sun, Aug 12, Darkhorse 40: Campmor H2H MtB Series, Darkhorse Cycles, 2294 Rt 208 # 5, Montgomery NY 12549, tel: 845 778-6604, www.darkhorsecycles.com, darkhorsecycles@frontiernet.net. Reg info: bikereg.com. Start: Stewart St Forest, NY. Sponsor: Campmor.

Sun-Sat, Aug 12-18, Empire State AIDS Ride, Day2 Inc, PO Box 984, Planetarium Station, New York NY 10024, tel: 917 817-5775/585 442-2220, www.empirestateaidsride.org, day2inc@aol.com. Benefits: 4 AIDS organizations: AIDS Community Services; ARCS AIDS-Related Community Services; and AIDS Rochester. Dist: 560 mi. 7 day ride. Reg info: limited to 1st 100 riders who register and pay the fee: $150.00 + raise $3,500.00 by 8/11/07. Advance reg only. No show ups. Includes meals, tents in 1st class cpgds; motel lodging is extra. Start: 8:00 AM, Niagara Falls NY; ends 4 PM 8/18/07 in New York NY. Notes: Sag support; goodie bag; party; Day2 Inc. is a 501c(3) not-for-profit.

Sun, Aug 12, Tour de Cure-Suffolk County, Riverhead Am. Diabetes Assn. Chapter, 150 Motor Pkwy., Hauppauge NY 11788, tel: 888 342-23837, www.diabetes.org/tour, touradmin@diabetes.org. Benefits: American Diabetes Assn. Dist: 5/15/32/62/100 mi. Reg info: fee: $15.00 + $150.00 in pledges. Start: Start: 6-8 AM by dist, NY Inst. of Technology, Central Islip Campus. Notes: volunteers are encouraged to participate. Goodie bags for participants, prizes, & silent auction. National Sponsors: Gold's Gym, LeMond Fitness, Inc., Performance Bicycle, Discovery Health Channel.

Tue-Sun, Aug 14-19, Great Hudson Valley Pedal, PTNY, 29 Elk St, Albany NY 12207, tel: 518 434-1583, www.ptny.org, hudsontour@ptny.org, Benefits: PTNY. Dist: 200 mi. Reg info: $475.00. Camping tour. No show ups. Start: Albany NY. Sponsors: conEdison, Hudson River Valley Greenway, Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area, Central Hudson G&E, Palisades Interstate Park Comm., Panera, I Love NY.

Fri-Sun, Aug 17-19, Southern Tier Tandem Rally XV (STTR), Gear-To-Go-Tandems, 850 W. Clinton St., Elmira NY 14905, tel: 607 732-4859, www.gtgtandems.com/sttr2.html, STTR@gtgtandems.com. Dist: Various rides and events of different dist. 18-60 mi. each day. Reg info: fee: $50.00 per tandem (3 days of STTR) by 6/1/07. $20.00 per tandem for Sunday only. Registration is limited to 45 tandems per day. Start: Fri., 2:30 PM, rides begin. See web site for details. Notes: Participants make own lodging arrangements. Cue sheets, maps. T-shirt, lunch, beverages. Post-Race party.

Sat, Aug 19, 20th Tour de Goshen, Winslow Therapeutic Ctr., 20 W. Main St., Goshen NY 10924, tel.: 845 986-6686, www.winslow.org, info@winslow.org. Benefits: Winslow Therapeutic Center. Dist.: 11/25/45/62 mi. Reg info.: TBA. No pledges. Ride ins are welcome! Start: 8:00 AM, Joint Recreation Park of the Village & Town of Goshen NY. Notes: sag & maintenance support. Free t-shirts, pasta, pizza, hot dogs, & bananas.

Sun-Sun, Aug 19-26, Finger Lakes Tandem Tour, Gear-To-Go Tandems, 850 W. Clinton St., Elmira NY 14905, tel: 607-732-4859, www.gtgtandems.com/flto7.html, tours@gtgtandems.com. Benefits: bicyclists. Dist: 35 - 50 miles per day. Reg info.: fee, $2200.00 per couple. All inclusive tour. Registration limited to 13 couples on tandems. Notes: sag, maps, cue sheets, baggage transfers and afternoon happy "hour" get togethers.

Sun, Aug 19, Roots, Rocks & Ridges 2007, WNYMBA, PO Box 1691, Amherst NY 14226, www.wnymba.org, info@wnymba.org. Benefits: the development of mtb trails in western New York State. Dist: Technical race. Dry course, 21 mi. (experts), 17 mi. (sport), 12.5 (beginners); wet course, 17 (expert/sport), 11.5 beginners. Reg info& fees: form on line. Pay at reg day of race. Start: reg begins at 7:30 AM; race starts, 10:00 AM, at Holimont Ski area, Ellicottville NY. Notes: "Not a Sunday in the Park Race!" A premier technical race in Western New York. A favorite event for cyclists who can not only power up the ridges but also use their technical skills on the roots & rocks that characterize the McCarty Hill Forest Trails. This race uses the narrower, natural surface singletrack built (for the most part) & maintained by WNYMBA members, the actual course may change due to weather conditions.

Sun, Aug 19, Tour of the Hamptons, Massapequa Park Bicycle Club, PO Box 231, Massapequa Park NY 11758, tel: 516 581-3819, www.massparkbikeclub.org. Benefits: various charities. Dist.: 25 to 100 mi. Reg info: pledges not necessary; donations for the Tour’s beneficiaries will be accepted. Show ups/bike ups ok. Start: Suggested start times: 7:30-11:30 AM depending upon dist, Southampton H S, Narrows Lane, Southampton NY. Notes: stocked stops; sag; bicycle mechanics at the start. No approved helmet, No ride!

Sun, Aug 19, Ididaride, RCPA, tel: 518.251.4527 x12, www.ididaride.org. Benefits: RCPA. Dist.: 75 mi. Reg info: pre. registration date 8/6/07, advanced registration required $55.  Start: North Creek, NY 8am.

Sat, Aug 25, Lance Armstrong Foundation Ride For Your Life, RV & E Bike, 40 N Main St, Fairport NY 14450, tel: 585 388-1350, www.rvebike.com, rvebike@frontiernet.net. Benefits: Interlakes Foundation grantee of the Lance Armstrong Foundation. Dist: 10/25/50/100 mi. loops. 4 different loops. Reg info: contact RV&E for pledge forms. Start: staggered by dist from RV&E Bike & Skate, 40 N. Main St., Fairport NY. Notes: kid’s Erie Canal ride; post ride food & beverages. T-shirts.

Sat, Aug 25, Mengoni Grand Prix, Century Road Club Assn, PO Box 20412, Greeley Sq Station, New York NY 10001, www.crca.net, openracing@crca.net, Benefits: bicyclist Dist: 6 mi. rolling circuit. Dist by cat. Pro/1/2, 42 mi.; 3, 36 mi.; women Pro/1/2/3, 30 mi. Reg info: 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. Part of Maxxis NY Cycling Cup, the Aquafina Women's 3/4 Race Series, & the Lance Armstrong Junior Olympic (LAJORS) event for 15-18 & 19-20 yr. olds.

Sat-Sun, Aug 25-26, Chris Thater Memorial Criterium, Broome County Stop-DWI Program, PO Box 1766, Binghamton NY 13902, tel: 607 778-2056, www.bcstopdwi.com, bcstopdwi@co.broome.ny.us. Benefits: Broome County Stop DWI Programs. Dist: Criterium. Reg info: fee will vary with category of rider; Racelistings.com. No pledges. Start: Recreation Park, Binghamton NY. Notes: outdoor expo, Sun 8 AM-4PM.

Sun, Aug 26, North Fork Century, Bicycle Shows US, PO Box 37, Yulan NY 12792, tel: 845 557-6231, http://www.nycbicycleshow.com/NorthFork07, questions@northforkcentury.com. Benefits: Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, L I Chap. Dist: 55/66/100 mi. Reg info: fee, $65-100 depending upon options chosen; fund raising, optional for this ride; on-line reg only at active.com. Start: Greenport HS, 720 Front St, Greenport NY. Notes: opt transportation to/from from Manhattan; socks (1st 500 to reg); sag; showers; free hot meal; & massage at finish.

Sun, Aug 26, Tour de Putnam, Putnam Co Visitors Bur, 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 info: fee: $30; pre-reg. fee: $25. Show ups & spectators encouraged. pdf reg form on line. Fee includes: t-shirt, picnic lunch & entertainment. Start: 7:30-9 AM, Veteran's Mem Pk, Gypsy Trl Rd, Kent NY. Notes: rts "designed by bicyclists for bicyclists;" sag; marked color coded routes; cue sheets; route sweeps; medical support; mechanical support; stocked rest stops; massages; bike shuttle from Metro-North station.

Sun, Aug 26, Woodstock Century, Mid-Hudson Bicycle Club, tel: 845 657-9764, www.midhudsonbicycle.org, wvmillerjr@yahoo.com. Dist: 25, 50, 80, 100. Reg info: fee: $18.00; day of. fee: $25. Start: 7:00-9:30 AM, Zena Elementary School, Woodstock, NY.  SAG support & rest stops provided.  Cue sheet holders for the first 225 to register.

Fri-Mon, Aug 31-Sep 3, New York Jewish Environmental Bike Ride, Hazon, 829 3rd Ave, 3rd Fl, New York NY 10022, tel: 212 644-2332, www.hazon.org, info@hazon.org. Benefits: Tuv Ha'Aretz: the Hazon Community Supported Agriculture Project; ADAHAH, Isabella Freedman Jewish Retreat Ctr, Coalition on the Environment, Heschel Ctr for Environmental Learning, and the Teva Learning Ctr Dist: 65/100 mi (day 1); 60 mi (day 2). Reg. info: fees: adults, $295.00; students & children, $150.00; Shabbat (Saturday) only, $275.00; + pledges: adult rider, $1200.00; 2nd family member, $800.00; students, $800.00. 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.


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Sun, Sep 9, Bear Mountain Fall 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 info: fee varies by category, Pre-reg only, NO day of race registration. Reg form at web site, see instructions for mailing form on web site. On line reg preferred, go to www.bikereg.com or www.racelistings.com . USCF lic required. USCF pending. 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. Part of Maxxis NY Cycling Cup, the Aquafina Women's 3/4 Race Series, & the Lance Armstrong Junior Olympic (LAJORS) event for 15-18 & 19-20 yr. olds. Parking only at Lake Welch parking area in the St Pk

Sun, Sep 9, Canadian-American Bicycle Tour 2007, Niagara Frontier Bicycle Club, PO Box 211, Buffalo NY 14226, tel: 716 941-5591/905 894-5226, www.nfbc.com, jtocke6@aol.com. Dist.: 35/62/100 mi. Reg info: picture ID proof of citizenship required for 62-100 km/100 mi rides; 35 mi. is USA only; 300 rider limit. Start: LaSalle Pk, Buffalo NY. Notes: Buffalo NY/Ft Erie to Niagara Falls NY & ON along the scenic Niagara R.; supported ride; weekend events & special bicyclist's rates at hotels.

Sun, Sep 9, Chain Stretcher, Westchester Mt Bike Assn, PO Box 95, Compound NY 10517, tel: 845 778-6604, www.wmba.org, wmbarace@yahoo.com. Reg info: bikereg.com. Sponsors: Campmor, ET Cycle Ctr., Yorktown Cycles, Hickery & Tweed, Down Cycles, Tarrytown Cycles, Danny's Cycles, Push Hard Multisport, Trail Masters, Sid's Bike Shop, Julio bicycles, American Classic, Dirt Camp, Ride Bikes, Fuji Bicycles, High Caliper Bicycle Co., Bike Plattekill, News 12TV Westchester, Savvy networks, Dirt Rag Magazine, EMS.

Sun, Sep 9, Orange County Country Roads Bicycle Tour, Orange County Bicycle Club, PO Box 122, Warwick NY 10990, tel: 845 457-5758, www.ocbicycleclub.org, countryroads@ocbicycleclub.org. Benefits: Local charities. Dist: 10/20/40/62 mi + children’s events. Reg info: 1500 rider limit; no pledges; reg. fees cover route plans & expenses. Start: reg.: 7-11:00 AM; staggered starts by dist, Warwick Valley H S, Sanfordville Rd, Warwick NY. Notes: marked rtes; sag/mechanical support; stocked rest stops; bicycle displays; local lodgings list; banquet & entertainment.

Sun, Sep 9, Transportation Alternatives' NYC Century Bike Tour, Transportation Alternatives, 127 W. 26th St., Ste. 1002, New York NY 10001, tel: 212 629-8080, fax: 212 629-8334, www.nyccentury.org, info@transalt.org. Benefits: Transportation Alternatives' advocacy programs for bicycling, walking and sensible transportation. Dist: 15/35/55/75/100 mi. options. Ride descriptions & routes on web site. Reg info: fee: $30.00-75.00, varies with when and how you register. See web site. Lowest reg fee is by pre-registering by 7/28/07. Show ups 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 9, Bike the Miles - Cure Diabetes Now, New Canaan, CT.  MGH Cure Diabetes Now Fund, tel: 203.249.8238, www.bikethemiles.com, jefusco@optonline.net. Dist: 5-100 miles. Reg info: $45 - $65, walk-ons welcome. Start: 7am.

Sun, Sep 9, Plattekill Mtn. NYS XC MTB Series #3, Plattekill Mountain, tel: 607.326.3500, www.plattekill.com, info@plattekill.com. Dist: 6 miles per lap, beginner 1 lap, sport 2 laps, expert/pro 3 laps. Reg info: $30, preregdate 9/7/07; race day registration open 9-11:30 am in resort lodge. Start: 12 noon, Plattekill Mtn in Roxbury, NY.

Sun, Sep 9, Way North Century, Adirondack Cycling Team, tel: 518.563.7620, www.adirondackcyclingteam.com, tgryger@plattsburghdentalgroup.com. Dist: 50/100 miles. Reg info: $25. Start: 8am.

Fri-Sat, Sep 14-15, Highlander Cycle Tour, Highlander Cycle Tour, 75 Misty Pine Rd., Fairport NY 14450-2656, www.highlandercycletour.com, webmaster@highlandercycletour.com, Benefits: Lance Armstrong Foundation, the South Bristol Historical Society, local parks & rec. agencies. Dist: Fri. night Prologue Time Trial, 5 mi. finishing on top of Gannett Hill. Sat.: 2x100 mi. centuries; 100 km.; 35 mi., rolling hills; 40 km., MTB off road. Reg info: reg begins April 1, 2007. see web site for details. No pledges. Donations accepted & appreciated. Show ups are welcome. Reg forms on web site. Various optional items for purchase, including non-rider tickets for post ride dinner. 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.

Fri-Sun, Sep 14-16, New York Ultra Cycling Weekend, John Ceceri, 7 Pearl St., Schuylerville NY 12871, tel: 518 583-3708, www.jjctech.com/adk540.html, adk540@jjctech.com. Benefits: The Adirondack Council. Dist: 544 (RAAM qualifier)/408/272/136 mi. Reg info: No pledges. All fees and donations are due at registration. Show ups/bike ups are welcome to join the event. See web site for fees. Start: 7:00 AM, Super 8 Motel, Ticonderoga NY. Notes: RAAM rules apply; including no drafting. See web site for additional rules.

Sat, Sep 15, AIDS Ride for Life, Southern Tier AIDS Program, 122 Baldwin St., Johnson City NY 13790, tel: 607 798-1706, www.aidsrideforlife.org, info@stapinc.org. Benefits: HIV/AIDS services provided by the Southern Tier AIDS Program. Dist: 50/85/100 mi. Reg info: fee: sliding scale $20-$40.00, advanced reg required. Online reg form. Pledges necessary. Start: 6 AM, Ithaca NY. Notes: sag support, celebration & prizes.

Sat, Sep 15, 4th Annual Higley Century Ride, Friends of Higley Flow State Park, tel: 315.265.8117, dtrithar@twcny.rr.com.  Dist: 100mi or 100km. Reg fee: $30, prereg date 9/5/07. Start: 7:30AM, Colton NY. 

Sat-Sun, Sep 15-16, MS 150 Twin Forks Tour, National Multiple Sclerosis Soc, Long Island Chap, 40 Marcus Dr Ste 100, Melville NY 11747, tel: 631 864-8337/518 740-7227, www.nmssli.org, connectms@nmssli.org. Benefits: the 42, 000 Long Islanders affected by Multiple Sclerosis. Dist: 35/50/75 mi. options. Reg info: fees: pre-reg, $35.00, by 3/31/07; $45.00 by 6/30/07; $55.00 after 7/1/07 + $300.00 in pledges. Show ups/bike ups are O. K. Teams. Notes: day 1, Southhampton to Montauk; overnight on Shelter Island; day 2, North Fork.

Sun, Sep 16, Golden Apple Tour, Westchester Cycle Club, PO Box 114, White Plains NY 10603, goldenapple@wetchestercycleclub.org. Benefits: New York Friends of Karen (local charity for terminally ill children) & the New York Bicycling Coalition. Dist: 25/50/75/100/125, self-paced. Reg info: $22, by 9/8/07; $28, 9/9-9/16. On-line click through & pdf form for mailing; Pay Pal for payment. Start: 7-10:30 AM (depending on distance), MetroNorth Station, Golden's Bridge NY. Notes: riders MUST wear certified helmets; sag support; lunch; maps; food stops, cue sheets; smiling is required.

Sun, Sep 16, Second Sight Bike-a-thon, Guide Dog Foundation for the Blind, 371 E Jericho Tpke, Smithtown NY 11787, tel: 631 930-9055, www.guidedog.org, lori@guidedog.org. Benefits: people who are blind or visually impaired. Dist: 10/20/30/50/65 mi. Reg info: fees, $35. per person; $50. per family; pledges not necessary; pre-reg by 8/31/07. Show ups ok. Start: various start times depending on distance; all from the Foundation's campus in Smithtown. Notes: t-shirt for everyone who registers. Post ride bbq & tours of GDF campus.

Sat, Sep 22, 6th Annual Justin Rothe Memorial Ride, Thompson Health Foundation, 350 Parrish St, Canandaigua NY 14424, tel: 585 554-4046, Benefits: In memory of Justin Rothe, a Finger Lakes native. It is a cycling event to raise money & awareness for children with asthma. Proceeds benefit asthma education through F F Thompson Hospital, Canandaigua NY. Dist: 52 mi around Canandaigua Lake NY. Start: reg 7:30 AM; ride starts: 8:30 AM; at north parking lot, West St, Thompson Health, Canandaigua NY. Notes: SAG support sweeper trucks; 3 refreshment stops at scenic spots along the route. Show ups & spectators encouraged.

Sat-Fri, Sep 22-28, Finger Lakes, In Motion Events, PO Box 459, Auburn NY 13021, tel: 607 423-2769, www.inmotioneventsbicycletours.com. inmotionevents@aol.com. Dist: 233/333 mi. Reg info: fee: $640.00; $590.00 until 8/15/07. Pre-reg only. No pledges. No show ups. Start: Keuka Lake State Park, Keuka Park NY. Notes: campsite w/hot showers, food, sag vehicles, cue sheets, stocked rest stops, & towels are included in the tour. Camptel option.

Sun, Sep 23, Bike for Cancer Care, The Rosemary D Gruner Mem Cancer Fund @ Benedictine Hosp, PO Box 3341, Kingston NY 12402, tel: 845 417-1865, www.bikeforcancer.com, dgruner@ryaninsurance.com. Benefits: Rosemary D. Gruner Mem Cancer Fund. Dist: 5/25/50 mi. Reg. info: fees: $12.00 by 9/1/07; $15.00 after that date. No pledges. Shows/bike ups are welcome to join the ride. Start: 8:30 AM, Ulster Savings Bank, 180 Schwenk Dr, Kingston NY. Notes: free post ride BBQ. Fundraising prizes, grand prize, 1, 2 & 3 place prizes.

Sun, Sep 23, Twin Lights Ride, Bike New York, 891 Amsterdam Ave., Rm. 101, New York NY 10025, tel: 212 932-2453, www.bikenewyork.org, info@bikenewyork.org. Benefits: Lance Armstrong Foundation and The Wellness Community. Dist: 15-100 mi., various options. Reg info: Bike ups on day of the ride, hey come on along! No pledges. Start: 7:30 AM, Highlands, New Jersey. Notes: Pre-reg preferred. SAG. rest area with plenty of fruit, drinks, etc. Festival at the end of the Ride. Distances & routes are varied; short and all day tours of New Jersey coastal and highlands village areas.

Fri-Sun, Sep 28-30, Braking the Cycle, Global Impact Productions, 127 W. 26th St, # 402, New York NY 10001, tel: 212 989-1111, www.brakingthecycle.org, bstrasser@globalimpactpro.com. Benefits: the HIV/AIDS services of NYC's LGBT Center. Dist: 275 mi/3 days, Gettysburg PA to Manhattan NY. Reg info: fee: $85.00 + pledges. Limited to 140 riders.  Notes: fully supported, 3-day, gorgeous ride from Gettysburg PA to NYC. No camping. Hotels have proven to be more cost effective, not to mention more comfortable.

Sat, Sep 29, Cascadilla Hill Climb, Finger Lakes Cycling Club, Ithaca NY www.flcycling.org, Dist: Climbing the hill is of utmost importance rather than distance. Reg info: 9 AM. Start: 10 AM, Cascadilla Hill, Ithaca NY. Notes: Challenging and daring; hundreds of thousands have attempted this climb; elevation graph on web site.

Sat, Sep 29, Miles for Smiles, Cooley's Anemia Foundation, 738 Smithtown Bypass, Ste 201, Smithtown NY 11787, tel: 631 863-0532, www.cooleysmilesforsmiles.com. Benefits: research for a Cooley's Anemia cure. Dist: 20/62 mi. Start: 8:00 AM, Atlantis Marine World, Riverhead NY. Show ups welcome! Notes: sag, comp passes to Marine World, t-shirts, lunch by Applebee's.

Sun-Thu, Sep 30-Oct 4, Lake Champlain Bikeway Fall Foliage Tour, Tri-State Wheelers, PO Box 809, Saratoga NY 12866, tel: 518 584-3102, www.newenglandadventure.com, tmcbike@aol.com. Dist: 182 mi. Reg info: fee: $869.00; 30 riders only. Start: Burlington VT. Notes: All inclusive tour; motel/hotels/inns; full sag support, etc.

Sun, Sep 30, Pumpkin Patch Pedal, Staten Island Bicycling Assn., PO Box 141016, Staten Island NY 10314, tel: 718 948-2025, www.sibike.org, sibabike@yahoo.com. Benefits: bicyclist. Dist: 25/50/62/100 mi. Reg info: fee, $30.00; on line reg form; no pledges. Show ups, ok. Start: Jamesburg NJ. Notes: think fun while cycling.

Sun, Sep 30, TZ Bike Tour for MS, National MS Society Southern NY Chapter, tel: 914.694.1655 x42, www.tzbiketour.org, carolann.mcowen@nyv.nmss.org. Benefits: Multiple Sclerosis. Dist: 20 or 60 mi. Reg info: $20/30/40, advanced registration preferred, walk-ons accepted.  Start: 7:45am Tarrytown, NY.

Sun, Sep 30, Tymor Park Challenge: Campmor H2H MtB Series, Bikeway, 1581 NY RT 376, Wappingers Falls NY 12590, tel: 845 463-7433, www.bikeway.com. Benefits: bicyclist. Reg info: bikereg.com. Sponsor: Campmor.


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Sun, Oct 7, McQuade 2007 Fall Foliage Bike Tour, McQuade Children's Services, PO Box 4064, New Windsor NY 12553, tel: 845 561-0436, www.mcquade.org, kkeating@mcquade.org. Benefits: McQuade & Orange Pathways. Dist: 10-50 mi. Reg info: $30 adult $15 child, ride in welcome. Start: 9:00 AM, Brotherhood Winery, Washingtonville NY. Notes: marked route; sag; stocked rest stops; lunch; music; & prizes.

Sun, Oct 7, Tour de Foliage, Dysautonomia Foundation, 315 W 39th St Ste 701, New York NY 10018, tel: 212 279-1066, www.fdcycletour.org, info@fdcycletour.org. Benefits: Familial Dysautonomia Found. Dist: 25/50 mi. Reg info: fee + pledges. Show ups/bike ups come and join us. Start: 8 AM, Pace Univ., Pleasantville NY. Notes: sag, food stops & lunch.

Sun, Oct 7, Plattekill Mtn. NYS XC MTB Series Championship, Plattekill Mountain, tel: 607.326.3500, www.plattekill.com, info@plattekill.com. Dist: 6 miles per lap, beginner 1 lap, sport 2 laps, expert/pro 3 laps. Reg info: $30, preregdate 10/7/07; race day registration open 9-11:30 am in resort lodge. Start: 12 noon, Plattekill Mtn in Roxbury, NY.

Fri-Sat, Oct 12-13, 2007 Brockport Empire State Games for the Physically Challenged, NYS Off of Pks, Rec & Hist Pres, SUNY Brockport, 350 New Campus Dr, Brockport NY 14420, tel.: 585 395-5620, www.empirestategames.org, Dist: 40/80 meters, power wheel chair. Reg info: events are open with no qualifying competition or previous experience required. Notes: Athletes receive a ESG uniform, medals & more. Sponsor: NYS Lottery.

Sat, Oct 13, Escape New York, NYCC's 12th Annual Century Ride, New York Cycle Club, PO Box 4541, Grand Central Sta, New York NY 10163, www.nycc.org/, enyinfo@nycc.org. Benefits: Recycle-A-Bicycle receives all the proceeds 2007 "Escapes." Dist: 50/62/100 mi. Reg info: fees, on line; no pledges; special reg fee for event + 15 month NYCC membership. Show ups & spectators, encouraged. Start: 7:30-9 AM by dist, Sakura Park, 122nd St & Riverside Dr. (Grant's Tomb), Manhattan NY & proceed across the Geo. Washington Bridge to Bergen NJ & Rockland NY counties. Notes: Leader led rides at various paces; marked rts.; food & liquid; sag on call; give-aways; raffle prizes. Rain or shine.

Sun, Oct 14, 23rd Annual MS Bike Tour - New York City, NYC Chapter, Natl Multiple Sclerosis Soc, 733 3rd Ave 3rd fl, New York NY 10017, tel: 212 463-7787, www.msnyc.org, msbiketour@msnyc.org. Benefits: clients and families of multiple sclerosis clients. Dist: 30/60/100 mi.

Sun, Oct 14, Syracuse Grand Prix Cyclocross & OCC Cross Race, Onondaga Cycling Club, PO Box 6307 Teall Sta, Syracuse NY 13217, tel: 315 682-7841, www.onondagacyclingclub.org, info@onondagacyclingclub.org, Dist: cyclocross circuit: men, 60 min; women, jrs, masters, 45 min. Reg info: prior to or at web site or at BikeReg.com. Start: 11-12 AM, Onondaga Lake Pk., Long Branch area, Syracuse NY.

Sun, Oct 21, Tour de Bronx, Bronx Borough President’s Off, 198 E 161 St, #201, Bronx NY 10451, tel: 718 590-2766, www.tourdebronx.org, info@transalt.org. Benefits: bicyclists in The Bronx. Dist: 25/40 mi. Reg info: free, no pledges. Reg on line or show up at the start. Info in Spanish on web site. Start: 10 AM at The Bronx Co. Court Bldg., 161st St at Grand Concourse. Notes: Safety marshals, sag support, goodie bag, & post "Tour" party.

  


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Sunday, April 9, 2006, Bicycle Swap & Flea Market at Main-Transit Fire Hall, Williamsville NY, WNYMBA, address for vendor reg. form PO Box 1691, Amherst NY 14226-7691, tel.: for space reservation only and only call before 7:30 PM, 716 632-1344, www.wnymba.org, Jerrine95@aol.com (for booth/table/corral space reservation only). Benefits: all bicyclists. Reg. info.: free. Bring your stuff! April 1 deadline for bike shop & other commercial booth/table/corral space. Start: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. Notes: WNYBA is once again offering this event to the entire cycling community. It will be an opportunity for families, fitness riders, and racers to gather for a day to buy, sell or trade bicycle related items in preparation for the 2006 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. 2007 Date: TBA. Usually the first Sunday in April.

Sunday, April 9, 2006, Sweat n' Spring Century, Heather Mosley and Plaine & son, 7 Sanford St., Schenectady NY 12304, tel.: 518 429-0229, fax: 518 346-1597, www.hmosley.com, hikebikerunoutside@yahoo.com. Benefits: bicyclist. Dist.: 100 mi. Reg. info.: fee, $15.00; pre-reg, by 4/8/06, on bikereg.com or by mail. Show ups ok. No pledges. Start: 9 AM, Parkwood Plz., Clifton Park NY. Notes: support vehicle, swag, post ride gathering. Primary sponsors: Plaine & Son Bicycle Shop, Specialized Bikes, Bikereg.com, 2007 Date: TBA.

Saturday, April 15, 2006, Battenkill-Roubaix, Capital Bicycle Racing Club, PO Box 7254, Albany NY 12224, tel.: 518 677-8423, www.cbrc.us, dwdrake@nycap.rr.com. Benefits: bicyclist. Dist.: 55. Reg. info.: fee: $20.00, on line reg. until 4/13/06 at bikereg.com; show ups/bike ups are welcome to reg. at the start. No pledges. Start: Salem NY. Notes: epic road and dirt course over the hills of Southern Washington County NY. Fashioned after the famous 100 year-old Paris-Roubaix race in France. Unmatched scenery on the East Coast. Spectator friendly. Enjoy! Sponsors: TBA. 2007 Date: TBA.

Friday-Saturday, April 21-22, 2006, Copake Antique Bicycle Auction Swap Meet, Copake Auction, 266 Rte. 7A, Copake NY 12516, tel.: 518 329-1142, fax: 518 329-3369, www.copakeauction.com, info@copakeauction.com. Benefits: bicyclists. Reg. info.: Free admission for buyers. Vendor fee: $20.00.Start: Swap meet, dawn 'til dusk! Auction: 12 Noon. Notes: 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 collectables & collections. "The best bicycle auction in the USA!" Sponsor: Copake Auction. 2007 Date: TBA.