About us
The Boston Chapter Bicycle Committee offers a wide variety of rides to cyclists of all abilities in the greater Boston area and beyond. We have day rides, evening rides, weekend in the mountains or on the Vineyard rides, short rides, long rides, easy rides, advanced rides-something for almost every one.
We also get together socially after the rides or at the annual rally and offer workshops where all can learn to fix a flat, adjust the brakes and ride safely and responsibly.
Our purpose is to bring cyclists together in a friendly social atmosphere in which people can acquire new skills and enhance old ones. Our leaders are all volunteers who have mapped out routes on some of the area's most beautiful byways.
Most of our rides provide a lead and a sweep, as well as a cue sheet and/or map. We do our best to keep you on track as well as to keep you safe! Helmets are required on all our rides. We also group rides into easy, intermediate or advanced, so that you can ride with others at a similar pace.
More information on the AMC Boston Bicycle Committee Website:
https://amcboston.org/amc-boston-chapter-committees/bicycling-committee/
https://amcboston.org/amc-boston-chapter-committees/bicycling-committee/
Upcoming events
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Mid-Day Ride Along Bruce Freeman Trail Acton-Chelmsford
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Biking | Road
Difficulty: 4 - Moderate
Trip Leader(s): Linda Haines
Registration Type: Registration
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX00000175nB
Audience: AdultsDescription: Join us for a 16-20 mile mid-day ride on the flat, paved and scenic Bruce Freeman Trail starting at 10:00 in Acton, MA. Please arrive by 9:45 with your bike, helmet, lights and gear to fix a flat. We will ride 11-13 miles per hour (Easy to Moderate) for about 1.5-2 hours. Helmet required. High vis clothing recommended. Optional lunch at nearby bakery/cafe.
Meeting place and final ride details will be sent to confirmed participants 2 days before the ride. Rain cancels.
This ride is suitable for riders who been out at least a couple of times this season and can comfortably ride 16-20 miles at 11-13 mph. Please reach out to leader Linda Haines (978-621-8010) with any questions.Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
1 attendeeAMC 45th annual Bike Workshop
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Biking | Road
Difficulty: 1 - Accessible
Trip Leader(s): Lamar Winters
Registration Type: Registration
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX00000146RF
Audience: EveryoneDescription: Please join us for a comprehensive look at your bicycle and all the moving parts that make this activity so much fun. We will cover the basics such as changing the tube in a flat tire to understanding how the basic components of a bike work together. In addition we will talk about important gear you'll need to stay safe and be seen while on the road or bike paths. This year we are also adding a presentation on e-bikes. Please bring the front tire from your bike. We are also looking at leading a ride on a local bike path near our meeting in Malden. Coffee and breakfast goodies will be provided along with lunch. Hope to see ya'll soon!
Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
1 attendeeGravel Ride Maynard (advanced)
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Biking | Gravel
Difficulty: 5 - Vigorous
Trip Leader(s): Scott Turner
Registration Type: Application
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX0000017oQv
Register By: 5/15/2026
Audience: EveryoneDescription: Join us for a 21 mile gravel ride through the beautiful Assabet River Wildlife Refuge. The ride will start at 1pm in Maynard. Riders should be comfortable with both on and off road riding and group riding. This ride is not suitable for a road bike, a gravel bike or hybrid is best. Overall pace will average 8-10 mph , surfaces are 35% paved, 65% unpaved with some sections of trails being heavily covered in roots. Moderate paced ride. Helmets are required. Riders should have supplies to fix a flat.
Starting location and ride with GPS map will be provided closer to ride date. Moderate to Heavy Rain will cancel the ride. Questions contact leader.
This is similar to Thursday mid-day gravel ride with more single and double track added to the route.Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
Mid day ride celebrating Spring
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Biking | Road
Difficulty: 1 - Accessible
Trip Leader(s): Marjorie O'Malley
Registration Type: Show & Go
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX0000016z0D
Audience: AdultsDescription: Join us for an adventurous 16 mile midday loop on a mix of safe streets and protected bike paths. There are no climbs on this route and we will travel at a 11-13 mph speed. Please note there will be short stretches of packed gravel surfaces along the Alewife Brook that can still be safely ridden on skinny tires.
The ride will start at Paul Revere Park near City Square in Charlestown, first heading to Medford Square via Assembly. Continuing along the Mystic River, we will link up with the Alewife Brook paths toward Fresh Pond before cutting through Danehy Park and over to Harvard Square. Then it’s straight back to Charlestown on the Cambridge side of the Charles River.
Please arrive at 11am to meet the other riders, hear the safety talk, adjust your bike, etc. We will leave promptly at 11:15.On street parking at City Square Charlestown is difficult. The best choices are Warren Street, Main Street, and Harvard Street. Paid parking is available at Constitution Wharf, Charlestown.
The Gear: Bring a bike in good working order. Flat tires are party poopers—please bring a spare inner tube just in case! Navigation: . Please download the route on your navigation device. https://ridewithgps.com/routes/54833424
The Essentials: Helmets are mandatory . The Extras : Bring a bike lock if you’re joining us for the post-ride bite and beverage in Charlestown. Remember to bring plenty of water. Heavy rain will cancel the ride. We will contact all registered riders the day before if we need to cancel. This ride will be co-led by Marjorie O'Malley and Isaac WoodReminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
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