This 56.3 miles/ ride with 2,975 ft of elevation gain from Manhattan leads us through New Rochelle, Westchester to Stamford. The ride starts at Columbus Circle where we make our way slowly out of the city.  The turns, lights and traffic dampen our speed but we keep moving as fast as possible. As soon as we hit Pelham Park Bay and enter Westchester county we pick up the pace to 16mphs/flat and start climbing hills. The urban landscape changes to beautiful suburban roads.  At Stamford, we take the Metro North Train back to 125 or Grand Central Station.

There will not be an lunch stop. Instead we have 2x30 min breaks. The breaks might be shorter depending on the group.

19.6 mile: R Patisserie Cafe & Tea Boutique, New Rochelle

35.5 mile: 20 Bellefair Blvd, Rye Brook, NY 10573

Don’t forget to bring:

• MTA bicycle pass that you need to buy beforehand at Grand Central for $5 at the counter or online (http://web.mta.info/mnr/html/mnrbikepermit.htm)
• Off-peak ticket from Stamford to New York Grand Central.
• Bring bungee cords to secure your bike on the train.
• Snacks.
• 2x spare tubes.
• Cash for lunch.

This is an advanced ride.  Road bikes ONLY.  Average speed is 14-16 mph (on flat). We may make speed adjustments depending on the group and temperature.  Road bikes only.

Meeting time is 8:30 am at Columbus Circle. 

RideWithGPS Link: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/15904834