Sunday, May 3rd, when 40 miles of NYC streets go car-free for the TD Five Boro Bike Tour Presented by REI, isn’t the only day to explore New York City by bike; whether you’re in town just for the Tour or you’re getting back on your bike after a long, cold winter here in the Big Apple, you may be looking for some fun routes to take. Look no further—we’ve asked several Bike New York staff members to tell us about their favorite rides in each of the five boroughs. Seeing as the Tour starts in Manhattan, first up is Senior Events Producer Beth Heyde‘s journey up the West Side. Click here to see it on Google Maps. Read what she had to say about it, below, and if you have a Manhattan ride to suggest, share it with us in the comments!

When I ride, I don’t like to stop, which can be tough in New York. The Hudson River Greenway is awesome because it’s a straight shot without too many lights, and it’s picturesque the whole way to Fort Tryon Park—with the Hudson River to your left and the changing cityscape to your right. As you get further uptown, you feel less and less like you’re in the city, and you’ll find beautiful views, architecture, and history along the way. Pier I Café at 70^th St. is a great refueling option, and the New Leaf Restaurant and Bar is a great reward once you’ve arrived.