Early start and early return for an interesting tour 'round some prettier parts of "da Bronx" (and yes, we'll also pass a few gritty places, but all in, mostly pretty).  Consistent pedaling to lap up those miles and form an appetite for snacking at Arthur Ave. We'll pass Hunts Point market, cruise to Orchard Beach (really nifty and empty off season), then visit Arthur Ave retail market for some repast and marketing,

Cue sheet provided (pls. print/bring).

Ride as a group, no point-drop-sweep unless a turn pattern cries out for it.

Possibly cross listed NYCC.

MEET: Manhattan side of Willis Ave. Bridge, on the bridge pavement (pls do not block pedestrians and cyclists).

DEPART:  We start our bike check promptly at 8 AM, and leave promptly following it, so do allow yourselves wiggle room time to get to the start promptly, and to sign in.

ROUTE:  Lots of bike lanes or bikeways, a few busy streets/connections.

BIKES:  I'm using either a hybrid or a mountain bike, both with slicks and med.-high pressure, non-knobby tires. Road bikes OK too. 

BRING:  Tubes/pump for your specific valves/tires, tools you may need for your bike, BIKE LOCK, hydration, snacks, subway card (lots of cutoffs), NYC bike map and subway map. BYO carrying capacity if you want to stock up at Arthur Ave retail market or street shops.

END:  Willis Ave. Bridge, ETA 1:30 PM