The scenic way, around lower Man for some superb views, then the IKEA ferry, compliments of the house, to Red Hook, some ins and outs around the Hook, and eventually we'll arrive at the South Slope and the infamous Bike Jumble where bargains are to be had for the perceptive buyer. We'll take a break,with a visit to Strong Rope Brewery, to loosen the purse strings, then a return to the Jumble for last-minute buys, and a return to Red Hook, via Vinny's of Carroll Gardens or Frankie's Spuntino for Gnocchi Marinara & Fresh Ricotta (or Giardini, down the block with outdoor dining, for those on a budget), for lunch. We should eventually either find our way over the Manhattan Bridge or the Ikea ferry in Red Hook.

Update: Get to the start around 10:45 AM, so we can leave promptly for the 11:30 ferry.