Cycle your way from the hiker/biker friendly town of Cold Springs back towards the ever bustling NYC. You’ll cross the Hudson to travel through the edge of Bear Mountain State Park, follow along the Hudson on a non-motorized vehicle path and enter into New Jersey to cross the GWB back into NYC.

Average speed: 14-16 mphs on flat.  Road bikes only.

Snack Break: Dunkin Donut at 20 mile,  Bunberry Cafe at 34 mile

Where we will meet:  Grand Central Terminal at 8:30am,  Train Time: 8:50 am to Cold Springs.

Tickets: Single Trip to Cold Springs+ MTA Bike Pass

Ride Link: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/18735990/

Ride Stats: 55.9 miles/+2,852 ft elevation gain

Technical Training Skills: Hill Climbing

The rides will have a fair amount of elevation gain. Take all hills at your own space but pay attention to technique. It is not just about getting to the top, but in learning how to improve your skills at reading a hill, or improving your technique at conquering the hills.  

Here is a helpful article on what to focus on:

http://www.bicycling.com/training/climbing/biggest-mistake-youre-making-climbs?cid=OB-_-BI-_-ABP