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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Fun Afterwork Ride along the Charles River
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Biking | Road
Difficulty: 1 - Accessible
Trip Leader(s): Marjorie O'Malley, August Orlow
Registration Type: Show & Go
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX0000015aFB
Audience: AdultsDescription: Ready to shake off the workday? Trade your desk chair for a bike seat and join us for a breezy 20-mile sunset cruise ! We’re kicking off the season with a scenic loop starting in Charlestown , winding along the Charles River all the way to Watertown , and back again. It’s the perfect way to soak in those river views and celebrate the return of cycling weather. 🚲 The Vibe 100% Car-Free: We’re sticking entirely to bike paths. Chill & Social: This is a "no-drop" group ride. Because of the various intersections, we’ll be keeping a relaxed, steady pace to make sure we all stick together. Post-Ride Perks: Once we roll back into Charlestown, the fun continues! Stick around for refreshments and some well-earned post-ride hangouts. C ⏰ The Schedule 5:00 PM: Meet up for introductions, a quick route briefing, and any last-minute bike tweaks. 5:15 PM: We roll! We’re leaving promptly to make sure we’re back before the sun goes down. Note: We’ll send the exact starting location to everyone who registers! o 🎒 What to Bring To keep the good times rolling and everyone safe, please come prepared: The Essentials: Helmets are mandatory . The Gear: Bring a bike in good working order. Flat tires are party poopers—please bring a spare inner tube just in case! Navigation: The route will be sent to all participants. Please download the route on your navigation device. The Comfort: It can get chilly by the water! Wear warm layers and don’t forget your gloves . The Extras: Front and rear lights are highly recommended for visibility, and bring a bike lock if you’re joining us for the post-ride festivities in Charlestown. Let’s ride! 🚴♂️✨
Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
1 attendee
AMC 150 Relay - Bike Ride between the Mohican Center area and Waterloo Vill
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Biking | Road
Difficulty: 4 - Moderate
Trip Leader(s): David Loutzenheiser
Registration Type: Registration
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UUN0000021Wr7
Audience: EveryoneDescription: Please join us for a leg by bicycle of the 150 Relay. The relay will start near AMCs Mohican Outdoor Center (address will be provided to participants) at around 12 noon. The ride will be ~30 miles via a mix of roads and a good portion on the Paulinskill Valley and Sussex Branch Rail Trails. Rail trail surface is packed stone/gravel/grass. So please bring a bike that is suitable for mixed surfaces. Being a rail trail, the surface will not be tecnical. Expecting to have two rest stops along the way, TBD.
This is a point to point one way ride. We will organize carpool shuttles among participants about two weeks prior to the ride, meeting at the finish at Waterloo Village around 10 am and carpooling in fewer cars to the start.Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!

Fun early Spring ride
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Biking | Road
Difficulty: 1 - Accessible
Trip Leader(s): Marjorie O'Malley, Mary Therese Durr
Registration Type: Show & Go
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX0000016ROL
Audience: AdultsDescription: Please join us for a fun early season 13.5 mile ride. This is a relatively flat loop ride (+222 fit elevation gain) along bike paths and paved roads starting in City Square, Charlestown and traveling to Fresh Pond, Cambridge We will ride at a relaxed pace recognizing the many cross streets, pedestrians, other bikers and autos we will share the route with. Please arrive at 4:15 pm to meet the other riders, hear the safety talk, adjust your bike etc.
We will depart promptly at 4:30 to ensure we arrive back in Charlestown before dark. 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 Essentials: Helmets are mandatory . The Gear: Bring a bike in good working order. Flat tires are party poopers—please bring a spare inner tube just in case! Navigation: The route will be sent to all participants. Please download the route on your navigation device. The Essentials: Helmets are mandatory . The Gear: Bring a bike in good working order. Flat tires are party poopers—please bring a spare inner tube just in case! Navigation: The route will be sent to all participants. Please download the route on your navigation device. https://ridewithgps.com/trips/377857607?privacy_code=pvlT04ZnHXBa4Qg9C9W88Kf0hUse0gUJThe Comfort: It can get chilly in April. Wear warm layers and don’t forget your gloves . The Extras : Front and rear lights are highly recommended for visibility, and 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.
Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
1 attendee
Gravel Ride
Location not specified yetActivity Type: Biking | Road
Difficulty: 4 - Moderate
Trip Leader(s): Karen Hall, Aliza Edwards
Registration Type: Show & Go
Please Click Here to RSVP: https://activities.outdoors.org/a5UVX0000014Ydd
Audience: AdultsDescription: Join us for about 20 miles gravel and road ride through Bedford, Lexington and Concord. We will ride the Battle Road and Reformatory trails. Bike with wider tires recommended but these trails are fairly easy to ride. Pace 11-12 mph. Helmets required. Rain Cancels. Details for meeting and parking will be provided closer to ride date. You should have a tuned bike, gear to fix a flat and reflective light or gear. email Karen bikeamc812@gmail.com for questions.
Reminder: Please click the RSVP link above to register!
2 attendees
Past events
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