Bike Month NYC 2007 Events

Staten Island Borough President's Breakfast

Location: 
St. George Ferry Terminal
borough: 
Staten Island
Description: 
Celebrate cycling in Staten Island with a free breakfast with the Staten Island Borough President, James Molinaro. Breakfast will be served in time for commuters to catch the 8:15 and 8:30 am ferry to Manhattan.
Event Type: 
Ride
Organization: 
Transportation Alternatives
Getting there: 
Staten Island Ferry
Phone: 
212-629-8080
Submitted by admin on April 17, 2007 - 6:39pm.

Seventh Annual Bicycle Film Festival

Location: 
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS
borough: 
Manhattan
Description: 
The Seventh Annual Bicycle Film Festival is a celebration of bicycles through film, art and music. Now in 15 cities worldwide including our home, New York City. Bike Rock Show, Street Party, Art Show, Bike Parade, Bike Swap and of course, Bike Movies. Tickets and BFF info are available online at bicyclefilmfestival.com
Organization: 
Bicycle Film Festival
Submitted by admin on April 17, 2007 - 6:39pm.

Stan "The Locamotive" Swaim Time Trial

Location: 
Woodfern School, Hillsborough
borough: 
NJ
Description: 
14 mile, 4 man Time Trial
Event Type: 
Competition
Organization: 
Century Road Club of America
Phone: 
908-704-6985
Fax: 
908-218-9934
Submitted by admin on April 17, 2007 - 6:39pm.

Roadside Bike Repair Clinic

Location: 
Sid's Bike Shop; 151 W. 19th Street
borough: 
Manhattan
Description: 
Free clinic on roadside bicycle repair and other cycling essentials. Free, no advance registration required.
Event Type: 
Lecture/Class
Organization: 
Sid's Bike Shop
Getting there: 
1 to 18th Street
Phone: 
212-213-8360
Submitted by admin on April 17, 2007 - 6:39pm.

Awesome Views Ride (Liberty State Park)

Location: 
Loeb Boathouse in Central Park
borough: 
Manhattan
Staten Island
NJ
Description: 
We'll take the Staten Island Ferry to Staten Island and the Bayonne Bridge over to Bayonne, New Jersey. We'll stop for a picnic lunch in lovely Hudson County Park in Bayonne. Then we'll head over to Liberty State Park from which you'll get an awesome view of the Manhattan skyline. From there we'll ride over to Hoboken and catch the New York Waterway or PATH train back to Manhattan. Bring a good working bicycle with your tires inflated to the appropriate psi, a bicycle pump, two spare inner tubes, a helmet (and wear it), water to drink, lunch or money for it and a smile. Rain at the start cancels the ride. Pace will be a leisurely 13-14 mph. Approx. 35 miles (roundtrip) Meet 9:30 AM at the Loeb Boathouse in Central Park OR 10:20 AM - Manhattan side of Staten Island Ferry OR 10:40 AM - Staten Island side of Staten Island Ferry.
Event Type: 
Ride
Organization: 
The Weekday Cyclists in NYC
Getting there: 
6 to 77th St.
Submitted by admin on April 17, 2007 - 6:39pm.

Seventh Annual Bicycle Film Festival

Location: 
MULTIPLE LOCATIONS
borough: 
Manhattan
Description: 
The Seventh Annual Bicycle Film Festival is a celebration of bicycles through film, art and music. Now in 15 cities worldwide including our home, New York City. Bike Rock Show, Street Party, Art Show, Bike Parade, Bike Swap and of course, Bike Movies. Tickets and BFF info are available online at bicyclefilmfestival.com
Organization: 
Bicycle Film Festival
Getting there: 
Submitted by admin on April 17, 2007 - 6:39pm.

Johns Gromek

Location: 
Woodfern School, Hillsborough
borough: 
NJ
Description: 
21 mile Road Race
Event Type: 
Competition
Organization: 
Century Road Club of America
Phone: 
908-704-6985
Fax: 
908-218-9934
Submitted by admin on April 17, 2007 - 6:39pm.

Bike Night at the Brooklyn Brewery

Location: 
The Brooklyn Brewery, 79 N. 11th St., Williamsburg
borough: 
Brooklyn
Description: 
Please join us for the second annual Bike Night at the Brooklyn Brewery hosted by Braking the Cycle - the 3-day, 275 mile, fully supprted ride benefiting the HIV/AIDS services of the Center. Raffles, contests and $1 draft Brooklyn Beer! Drink Free if you register to ride! More info and RSVP at brakingthecycle.org or 212-989-1111.
Event Type: 
Other
Organization: 
Braking the Cycle
Getting there: 
L to Bedford Ave.
Phone: 
212-989-1111
Submitted by admin on April 17, 2007 - 6:39pm.

Bike Commuting 101

Location: 
103rd St. and Amsterdam Ave.; American Youth Hostel
borough: 
Manhattan
Description: 
Bicycling is a great way to get to work. It's fun, great for your health, less expensive than most other alternatives, and is frequently the fastest way to commute. Join our FREE bike commuting seminar if you want to get started biking to work. What's covered? db import.sh imp.txt Selecting a bike db import.sh imp.txt Gear for carrying cargo, riding after dark, and bad weather db import.sh imp.txt Dressing for the bike trip (helmets, bike clothes, being visible) db import.sh imp.txt Choosing the best route db import.sh imp.txt Parking and locking your bike db import.sh imp.txt Taking care of your body during and after the bike commute db import.sh imp.txt Co-worker's perceptions of cyclists and bike commuters
Event Type: 
Lecture/Class
Organization: 
Bike New York
Getting there: 
1 to 103rd St.
Submitted by admin on April 17, 2007 - 6:39pm.

Fix Your Bike Workshop

Location: 
TIME'S UP! Space; 49 East Houston St. between Mott and Mulberry
borough: 
Manhattan
Description: 
Weekly open shop--you use our tools and stands to work on your bike. Experienced mechanics will be present to answer questions, but you do the work. If you have a big project please be considerate of the time and plan ahead. Bike workshops are free, but we strongly encourage you to make a donation or become a Time's Up! member to help support our efforts.
Organization: 
TIME'S UP!
Getting there: 
6 to Bleecker St.; F to Broadway-Lafayette
Phone: 
212-802-8222
Submitted by admin on April 17, 2007 - 6:39pm.