"Grab some friends and turn every ride into an adventure! 🚴‍♀️💨

5 Reasons to Bike with someone in NYC.

1. Safety in numbers – More visible to cars, help with bike issues.

2. Discover hidden gems – Friends spot cool things you’d probably will miss.

3. Motivation boost – Easier to tackle hills or enduring distances together.

4. Share the fun – Post-ride coffee, photos, or exploring is better with company. Vibes!

5. Learn new routes – Swap local knowledge... Communicating.

*Manhattan

• Route: Hudson River Greenway (car-free waterfront views) → Pier 57 Rooftop Park

• Stop: L’Amico for Italian bites with skyline views.

• Pro Tip: Rent Citi Bikes and make it a spontaneous date or friend hangout.

*Brooklyn

• Route: Prospect Park Loop → Gowanus Dredgers Boathouse

• Stop: L’Albero dei Gelati for artisanal gelato.

• Pro Tip: Join the Brooklyn Greenway Initiative group rides.

*Queens

• Route: Flushing Meadows Corona Park (Unisphere + street food) → Queens Museum

• Stop: Arepa Lady for legendary Colombian arepas.

• Pro Tip: Bike to the Queens Night Market (seasonal) for global bites.

*The Bronx

• Route: Pelham Bay Park (NYC’s largest park) → City Island lobster shacks

• Stop: The Original Crab Shanty for seafood feasts.

• Pro Tip: Detour to Orchard Beach for a quick dip in summer.

*Staten Island

• Route: Franklin D. Roosevelt Boardwalk → Snug Harbor Cultural Center

• Stop: Joe & Pat’s for cracker-thin Staten Island pizza.

• Pro Tip: Take the Staten Island Ferry (free!) with your bike for epic skyline photos.

***Last but not least... finding Riding Buddies

• Groups: Bike New York (free classes + rides)

• Apps: Meetup (search “NYC Cycling”) or Strava (local clubs)

• Social: Tag @wheelienyc in your ride pics – we’ll share the stoke!