About the Ride

Sunday, October 18, 2009

Rain date: Sunday, October 25.

Tour de Bronx is NYC's largest FREE ride.

Pre-registration is required:

• Online at tourdebronx.org/register
• By fax at 718-590-5814 or 718-537-5262
• By phone at 718-590-3518

Safety Cell with marshals & police escorts provided on the 25-mile route.

Power snacks provided at rest stops.

Tour de Bronx Grand Finale Festival at The NY Botanical Garden

Volunteers & marshals needed! Please click here to sign up.

Which route is right for you?

*Please note that routes, start and end points are subject to revision.

The 25-Mile Ride:

A leisurely ride tailored to every age and skill level. You will ride at approximately 11 mph on flat, open stretches. This ride goes through the Bronx Greenway bike paths, historic districts, the Bronx shoreline, parklands and various neighborhoods. Ride marshals and police escort this route to help ensure comfort, and of course, safety. It's a one-of-a-kind experience and a great way to see the Bronx.

* Please note that this ride is 35 miles if you choose the Riverdale start.

The 40-Mile Ride:

A significantly faster ride covering greater distance in the same amount of time. You will ride at approximately 15 mph on flat, open stretches. This ride ventures farther to City Island, SUNY Maritime College, and Orchard Beach. This ride is recommended for experienced cyclists who are comfortable riding in traffic. (There is no safety cell on this ride; children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult).

* Please note that this ride is 50 miles if you choose the Riverdale start.

Choose a Starting Point

• Henry Hudson Park in Riverdale (8:15 am check-in)
  [Directions to Riverdale Start]

• Muskrat Cove, Woodlawn Metro-North Station: (8:30 am check-in)
  [Directions to Muskrat Cove Start].

• New York Botanical Garden Metro North Station: (9 am check-in)
  [Location of New York Botanical Garden Metro North Station]

• Bronx County Building at 161 Street & Grand Concourse: (10 am check-in)
  [Directions to Bronx County Building Start]
• Coop City to Brooklyn Botanical Garden (8 am Check-in)
  [Directions to 2049 Bartow Avenue]

Both the 25-mile and 40-mile rides depart from all four locations.

NYC bicycle maps are available here.

Volunteer! If you'd like to MARSHAL Tour de Bronx, fill out the online volunteer form.