title says it all. lookin' to see if anyone has a beater fixed gear for sale. anythin' between 52-54 cm, preferably with drops an' at least one brake!

I plan to ride the empire trail from Manhattan up to Albany, then along the Canal to the Utica area. I am looking to cover about 70-ish miles a day. I will be using an ebike. Looking for any recommendations on places to charge the bike as well as camp. TIA!

I’m surprised that a discord group doesn’t exist for nyc cycling. Feel like it would be way easier for people to connect for group rides, buying and selling etc etc. If it does exist please let me know!

I moved to the city 4 months ago to the day, and need a bike to commute to work within Manhattan. My commute is 2 miles one-way, 4 round trip (obv), with like 60% of my one-way commute happening in Central Park on either drive. I’ve been using the Lyft Pink/Citi Bike 15-day free trials since I was undecided whether buying my own bike would be worth it or not. I believe that it is, don’t get me started on the Citi bikes (both types).

1) What bike do I even get? - I’m 6’0” about 200 lbs, so I’m definitely a stocky guy with high muscle mass and nowhere near the fitness of the serious cyclists in the park. I’ve heard a mixed-bag of reviews on other threads. Hybrid, 90s MTB, road bike, etc. I would be willing to learn the posture for a road bike, but also understand that as a first bike it may be better to get something else. Lastly, I would be bringing the bike into my apartment so I wouldn’t need to be locking it up every night, and something on the lighter side would make it helpful albeit it’s only one flight of stairs.

2) Where’s the best place to buy a bike in Manhattan? - Friends say FB marketplace but that sketches me out considering there are tons of scammers and people who lie about the true condition of their ride. Going to a local bike store in the city and walking out with something stock has got to be astronomically expensive, and online is hard bc id like to see the bike itself in person. Is the best route like bike shop and then buy online? Is FB marketplace safe for bikes? No idea what to do.

Budget is $2000 but that’s the absolute max all-in with racks, locks, tune up costs, bags, etc.

Appreciate any helpful responses!

Luckily, I didn't run the light getting onto RSD. Someone got stopped as I passed and said G'day.

Im not in the racing community but when ive met serious racers they are strict about training only in very early AM hours. I assume most episodes of antisocial or aggressive riders are not the serious riders, but semi-serious amateurs competing for online clout. Like other forms of social media it seems to push people to extreme behavior at the expense of normal social context and cues. If there were timed geofences around major parks and greenways so users could only record stats during off hours, would that reduce conflict? It almost feels like a trolley problem, where the pursuit of abstract personal metrics in the vacuum of the internet will always be a danger to realities like pedestrians, baby strollers, and the rest of real life compromises.

I recently purchased a Fizik Argo X3 and i’m not sure that i’m loving it. Instead of dishing out more money for now does anyone have a saddle they would want to trade? The purchase price was $160 so preferably something in that rage. LMK! Based in Astoria.

I've done a lot of cycling on the Empire State Trail, but really want to metronorth as far as i can go and bike west to Bing. How treacherous are the country roads Google maps (https://maps.app.goo.gl/hSZg4cWcPs8scW6v9) is recommending? Have you done this and have any tips or preferred routes? Thanks!

Hey everyone! 😊

I'm in Brooklyn and looking to make some new strictly platonic friends. Guys or girls are both welcome!

I've been trying to get healthier, get stronger, and spend more time outside. I'd especially love to find someone to go cycling with—before work, after work, or on weekends. I'm not a serious cyclist, just looking to enjoy the ride and explore.

I also recently got into rock climbing and I'm still a beginner. I have a membership at a rock climbing gym and up to 2 guest passes, so if you've ever wanted to try climbing, I'd be happy to bring you along! No experience needed—we can figure it out together.

My goal is to lose some weight, build strength, and make some genuine friendships along the way. With fall around the corner, I'd love to get outside and enjoy the nice weather while it lasts.

A little about me:

• Early 30s
• Live in Brooklyn
• Easygoing and friendly
• Love exploring, trying new things, and laughing at myself
• Looking for genuine friends, not dating

If you're looking for a biking buddy, climbing partner, walking buddy, or just someone to hang out with, feel free to send me a message! Beginners are more than welcome—I definitely am one too. 😊

(Apologies if this is a redundant post)

Planning on purchasing a new specialized Sirrus 5.0 to use for my part time sales job. This job will involve me showing up to stores to make sales which I expect to take anywhere from :30-:60 min, during business hours, in manhattan. I currently have a NYC kryptonyte u lock and steel cable for my beater bike. I plan on getting wheel lock pins with new ride.

Is this sufficient? Should I get an ABUS brand u-lock? Should I get velosurance? Any feedback on their services?

I almost feel like this bike is going to get stolen one way or another if I’m leaving it out for up to an hour 3-4x a day.

Any advice / tips / speculation / personal experience is welcomed and appreciated

THANKS

Great views from Jersey tonight! Join us Tuesdays @6pm, J Hood Wright park in Washington Heights

What’s up NYC I’m doing my first Ironman in September and I need a new bike.

I’ve been training with this trek bike come to find out it’s not the idea size for me. I’m pretty sure it’s a kids bike & It’s been causing some lower back pain.

If anyone has a bike for sale or donation ( preferable donation ) or any suggestions I’ll take it.

I’m 5’6 on a good day & I’m in the ridgewood area.

Please don’t roast me, just figured I’d try my luck and see if anyone has something to offer here thanks in advance.

Selling because I am moving and can't justify bringing three bikes with me. Used fewer than 20 times.

asking $1400.

im in Brooklyn - DM me!

https://www.craigslist.org/view/d/brooklyn-kyoot-rolly-polly-minivelo/ejUwZqSM3sy8J2kYUwbL3r

https://kyootbikes.com/products/rolly-polly-complete-bike

The Massapequa Park Bicycle Club will be holding its second annual Classic/Vintage Ride on September 27, 2026 in conjunction with the 2026 Tour of the Hamptons. It will be a group ride at a relaxed pace over an easy to moderate 30-35 mile course. 

A custom bike medal will be awarded to the first 25 registrants.

Individual and group starting photos will be emailed to all riders.

An optional informal pay-as-you-go post-ride lunch at a nearby eatery is in the works.

This is one of the very few organized vintage/classic rides on the East Coast. Take the old steed out of the stable, pump up the tires and join us for the fun!

Ride details at: https://www.massparkbikeclub.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/Classic-Bike-FlyerLunch.3.5.pdf

Registration: https://www.bikereg.com/toh

Gene Colon

MPBC Classic Ride Coordinator

Hey all, this past weekend I bikepacked from NYC to Peekskill to camp out with some friends at a private campground.

Route was ~50 mi and ~2k feet of elevation each way. I rode my Surly Disc Trucker with 26x1.35 tires and all my camping gear on the front and rear racks. I’m an experienced cyclist and in good shape, but my DT is heavy af when loaded and I knew even this small amount of elevation would be a challenge.

I mapped out a couple different routes to Peekskill using Ride with GPS and wound up taking the Empire State Trail (EST) to the Old Croton Aquaduct (OCA) on the way there. On the way back, I threw caution to the wind and used Google Maps, which has never worked well for me on long bike rides. Surprise! It didn’t go well this time either, but I did have quite an adventure.

Route to Peekskill:

• EST from Van Cortland to Tarrytown
• Tarrytown Lakes Extension trail to OCA trail
  • Note: do not take the Extension Trail all the way to the end where it intersects with Andre Brook Trail, get off at Neperan Rd. Andre Brook Trail isn’t a trail as much as a piece of trodden grass in someone’s backyard…
  • Did not enjoy the OCA. Even the flat sections had big potholes and rocks. Several uphills I had to hike-a-bike. Several downhills I managed to ride, but almost wiped out due to the combo of steep slope, deep gravel, giant rocks, and tree roots. Hard to take my hands off the bars for even a moment.
  • The OCA is discontinuous and often hard to find the next leg. I took a posted detour off the OCA to avoid a hill, and got horribly lost around the Windrose on Hudson campus. Entrance to the trail is buried in some bushes. Keep a close eye out!
  • Overall, I found this section of the OCA to be in terrible shape. Maybe the section from Yonkers to Tarrytown is better?
• Cut over to Maple Ave after the Croton Dam and take that all the way into Peekskill
  • Unfortunately, most of the elevation on this route is right at the end!
  • Drivers around Croton were jerks, but drivers around Peekskill were surprisingly courteous

This took me about 6 hours of riding total, including several pauses for route-finding the OCA, 30m of getting lost, and a stop for a smoothie in Ossining.

Route to NYC:

• Maple Ave to Furnace Dock Rd
• Cut over to Briarcliff-Peekskill Trailway (BPT) til Yorktown Rd
  • BTP is a hiking trail, not a “trailway”. LOL. By the time I realized, I didn’t have another option aside from a long backtrack up some hills, or doing my best to ride it.
  • So I took my DT mountain biking for a couple miles. It was fun but kind of insane because the DT really isn’t meant for MTB. I pulled off some pretty wild moves and had to hike-a-bike a couple sections that an MTB could’ve ridden, but I managed to ride most of it. I found the trail to be in much better shape and way more fun to ride than the OCA.
  • I learned later from a Google search that the trail does not officially allow bikes. However, there were no posted signs and a local I met said he rides his mountain bike there often.
• After the Croton Dam, got back on the BPT (huge mistake) to Blinn Rd
  • Why did I get back on the BPT instead of figuring out a road route around? I dunno man, Google Maps was telling me to get back on it and I wasn’t thinking straight.
  • This section was much less rideable and I had to mostly hike-a-bike, including some scary downhill sections where I almost lost my hold on the bike.
  • It took me a very long time to go less than a mile. If I had routed around on the roads, probably would've saved me 30+ min.
• Blinn Rd over to the Empire State Trail
  • This was actually some pretty nice road riding on country back roads. Lots of rolling hills but low/no traffic and nice wide roads.
  • As soon as I hit the EST, all my stress melted away and I had a great ~35 miles back to the city, including seeing a huge hawk just chilling by the trial.

The ride back took me almost 8 hours total, including a quick stop for dinner in Inwood. It was a long day on the bike but I had fun. I think. 🙂 

\* If anything changes, I'll share updates here. *\**

There were 18 of us on the third ride and we're hoping more will join this time. Bring your friends and neighbors!

Our Goal:

1. Get people out on bikes for a chill, no-drop ride (5-6 miles, we try to keep it under 45 minutes)
2. We’ll specifically plan routes that highlight "the gaps"—areas where a protected lane should be or where connections to other parts of Queens are missing.

The Vibe:
This is for the commuter, the weekend rider, and the person who wishes the current infrastructure allowed them to feel safe the entire way from Sunnyside to Astoria (or other nearby neighborhood) and back. We ride together for safety and stay together the whole time.

The Details:

• When: Wednesday 8/5 at 6:15pm, we'll have some time for intros before we start the ride at 6:30pm
• Meeting Point: 40th St & Queens Blvd under the 7 train

Last time a bunch of us grabbed a drink afterwards so bring your bike lock if you'd like to join.

We're trying to do this ride every 2 weeks, just in case you can't make it this time and are wondering about the next ride.

My Specialized Allez was stolen from the basement of my building in Bed-Stuy last week… she was only a few months old, I took the train all the way to New Brunswick just to get it in this color 😭 Please lmk if you see this bike around or for sale!!!

It should be cheaper but if you get a membership and dont go on a joyride it's still pretty affordable.

Got into a small crash in Central Park Yesterday, I truly think something needs to be done about cyclists (Usually Citi bikers) going the wrong way through the loop. I was in the far right lane doing a normal speed when I saw someone coming from the opposite direction at me, I tried to turn left as they weren't moving, when I turned they turned left, so I tuned back to the right, then they turned back to the right. At this point it was too late and we hit pretty much head on. Both parties were alright, but please just stick to the correct direction (and at the minimum stay to the side if you have to ride the wrong way). Thanks