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We’re going to start out our summer cycling with a trip that I’ve done on my own but is an experience so joyous that I have to overcome my selfishness and share it with the masses. Join me as we spend the day bike touring Long Island’s Shelter Island, capped with an afternoon beach session if the weather permits.
The plan...
We'll gather in Greenport, Long Island to begin our adventure. Leaving the sleepy village on our bicycles, we’re going to hop on a ferry to take a short trip over to Shelter Island and peddle along what may be the most beautiful country roads anywhere. Think Hamptons minus the pretension. Our trip will take us around the island's perimeter. stopping many times to enjoy the scenery.
This is going to be a casual day on our bikes—we’re not doing a training run for the Tour de France. If we experience nice weather, we’re going to head to a local beach to enjoy a bit of time on the sand and in the water. The last part of our ride will bring us back to the ferry for our sail back to Greenport. If the day is going so well that no one wants to go home just yet, we’ll find a local eatery to enjoy ourselves a little longer in to the evening.
The important stuff...
- By RSVPing for this event, you agree to the following waiver of liability https://bit.ly/3atj0C5
- This is going to be a tour of about 26 miles round trip with about a 10mph average pace. Most of the ride will take place on quiet country roads but there will be parts with some automobiles. Be prepared for a few hills as Shelter Island isn't completely flat. You must be comfortable riding in a group and in traffic. Helmets are mandatory or you don't ride with me.
- Bring $6 cash for the round trip ferry ride to the island. You MUST bring cash, no credit cards are accepted for the fare.
- Leave your evening open as this event could take 6 hours or it could take 12 hours. Our time is limited only by the amount of fun the group is having.
- Dress for physical activity. Also bring your swimsuit, towel, and sunblock.
- Bring money for lunch.
- Make sure your bike is in good working order BEFORE the meetup and bring a lock in case we need to leave our cycles.
- Rain or similar un-favorable weather cancels the meetup.
How to get there...
We'll meet at the Shelter Island ferry terminal. The address is:
Shelter Island North Ferry Terminal
3rd Street, Greenport, NY 11944
It's about a 1.5 hour drive from Manhattan. Street parking around the meting spot is free and plentiful.
Our ride map...HERE
Not So Urban Athletics: Long Island Shelter Island Ride