
Quirky Bike Laws in NY: Who Knew?
For this month’s NYBC update, we thought you’d enjoy a peek at some of New York’s more unusual statewide and local laws. Some of these are barely enforced (if ever), but they’re still on the books!
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For this month’s NYBC update, we thought you’d enjoy a peek at some of New York’s more unusual statewide and local laws. Some of these are barely enforced (if ever), but they’re still on the books!
Barkeater Trails Alliance has major mountain bike trail development projects planned for Saranac Lake, Keene and Wilmington this summer.
Thanks to funding from the Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee, the New York Bicycling Coalition (NYBC) offers a wealth of resources to help both cyclists and drivers navigate the roads safely. Whether you're looking to become a more confident cyclist or better understand how to share the road with those on bikes, in cars, and on foot, NYBC has got you covered.
Imagine hopping on a bike at the southern tip of Manhattan and pedaling along the Hudson River to within a few miles of Mount Marcy in the Adirondacks. Phil Brown did just that. Here's his story.
Ride with BikeADK and you could win a free 2025 registration to either Cycle the Erie Canal or Cycle the Hudson Valley rides hosted by Parks & Trails New York!
Who doesn't love wine tasting? This summer, BikeADK is proud to feature this incredible family owned and operated New York State Winery at the June 27-29 Adirondack Women's Weekend, the July 13 Ride for the River Tailgater, the August 1-3 Weekender at Paul Smith's College, both the August 10-13 and September 7-10 Great Camp Sagamore Experiences and a to-be-announced fall Women's Weekend hosted in Schroon Lake.
We're thrilled to welcome the Lodge at Schroon Lake as Bike Adirondacks' offical lodging partner for the Southern Adirondacks.
Just like riding your bike, advocating for better cycling has seasons. If, like me, you’re mapping out your 2025 calendar, consider adding some cycling advocacy into the mix.
This is the year we’ve been waiting for--the year when the third and final phase of the Adirondack Rail Trail opens, enabling cyclists to ride from Lake Placid all the way to Tupper Lake (or vice versa) on a spectacular stone-dust path through the wilderness.
These quick and easy gift ideas are sure to brighten the holiday for anyone who loves riding a bike. After all, the only thing more fun than going for a ride, is giving someone you love the joy of bicycling.
Adirondack author and bicycling enthusiast, Phil Brown, has been writing a column for Bike Adirondacks since 2023. To wrap up his second year of sharing his two-wheeled adventures in and around the Blue Line, he recaps some of his favorite rides from this year.
DYK, New York has a statewide organization dedicated to bicycling advocacy and education? Since 1990 the New York Bicycle Coalition (NYBC) has united, inspired, and supported the New York cycling community with a cohesive voice for people who ride bikes across the state.