Ride to Rockaways

***PLEASE NOTE: TEMPS AT THE START ARE PREDICTED AT 22°. FRIDAY IS PREDICTED TO BE WARMER. WE ARE MOVING THIS RIDE TO FRIDAY, JAN 25 AT 10:30 AM. WE WILL SCHEDULE THIS RIDE AGAIN ON THE WEEKEND IN THE FUTURE.

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Friday, January 25, 2019 - 10:30

We’ll ride from GAP to our lunch stop, Jordan’s Lobster Dock, via the Verrazano Bike Path, then along the Coney Island boardwalk to Sheepshead Bay. After lunch, we’re off to the Rockaways and a ride along the boardwalk. We conclude our ride at the Rockaway ferry for a scenic trip back to Brooklyn (Sunset Park at 58th Street and 2nd Avenue) or Manhattan (Pier 11). Bring money for lunch or a lunch, $3.50 for the ferry, a light lock, and your beverage of choice to stay hydrated.

Mileage:

Ride Type:

Moderate

Start Location:

Grand Army Plaza, Prospect Park

RSVP Email:

kathrynbaur@aol.com

Ride Type Descriptions

Note: Helmets required for all rides and electronic bikes are not allowed on any rides (pedal assist bicycles are permitted). Additionally, the 5BBC does not permit the use of aero-bars on any of its rides. Failure to comply at any time with the above requirements results in immediate disqualification from any 5BBC ride.

Happy Face Rides: Just starting to get into cycling or perhaps you're nervous about riding in the city? These rides are low mileage and go at a leisurely, slow pace under 10 mph. They may or may not have point, drop, sweep but everyone rides together in a group. Great for beginners!

Moderate Rides: Do you like to cycle and still see the sights? These rides range from 12-15 mph with point, drop, sweep. Suitable for intermediate riders as well as advanced riders who want more of a tour.

Advanced Moderate Rides: Like to challenge yourself without getting so out of breath that you can't carry on a conversation with the cyclists near you? These rides are 15-17 mph with point, drop, sweep. Suitable for intermediate and advanced riders looking to see the scenery, but not dawdle.

Quick Spin Light Rides: Feel like you're ready to start really pushing faster? These rides range from 16-19 mph with minimal stops and limited point, drop, sweep. Suitable for intermediate and advanced riders who can keep a steady, fast pace for extended periods of time. If this is your first time trying one of these rides, check in with the leader for details and make sure you have a Metro Card, MetroNorth or LIRR pass and bike permit in case you need to drop out.

Quick Spin Rides: Not for the faint of heart! These rides are 17-20+ mph with minimal stops and no point, drop, sweep. Advanced cyclists only need apply.

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