Join me on a scenic ride through Palisades Park, Nyack, Bear Mountain, cross the Hudson, and return on the train at Cold Spring. We plan to climb Bear Mountain and take in the view. Lunch in Piermont or Nyack.

Palisades Interstate Park and Bear Mountain region are very hilly. Road bikes only.

Helmets are always required. Gloves and appropriate attire is strongly suggested, along with two spares, pump or CO2, snacks, & a full water bottle. You must have a metronorth bike permit to ride on the train; you may purchase it ahead of time at Grand Central Station. Please remember that the air temperature at Bear Mountain is not as warm as the air temperature at Prospect Park.

We don't expect to ride north above 16mph on the flats. There will be plenty of elevation. We will likely meander through Palisades Park and Bear Mountain. We will climb Perkins Drive. Miles: 75. Elevation: from 4782' ft--6064. Average speed uphill: 4 to 5 mph. (Option: if you are too exhausted to climb Bear, take photos on Bear Mountain Bridge and we will join you there.)

Rain or high winds at the start of the ride or a grim forecast will result in cancellation of the ride. If you have any questions about this ride, please email me before the ride day by 7pm or text me anytime: 9175013095. We will meet next to the drinking fountain at the northern end of Chelsea Piers by 23rd st near the public restrooms.

Note: if the forecast is off and the temperature drops, please plan accordingly. We will provide you with a cue sheet.

If you wish to join this ride Uptown, or on NJ side of GWB, please contact me ahead of time.

Preliminary route: https://ridewithgps.com/routes/26747530. (Check back for final electronic route.)