On the two days prior to the TD Five Boro Bike Tour, more than 60,000 cyclists roll through Basketball City to meet, greet, & talk shop with one another and 100+ exhibitors, from big brands to local innovators. There’s truly something for everyone. Don’t know how to ride a bike? We’ll teach you. For free. Prepping for your next big race? Check out the latest in state-of-the-art gear. Merch sales, product demos, giveaways, panels, contests, entertainment—it’s all at the Expo.
May 5-6, 2017
America’s most-attended consumer bike expo. Free and open to the public.
Free & Open to public
May 5 (10AM-8PM)
May 6 (9AM-6PM)
Pier 36 at Basketball City (299 South Street, Manhattan)
May 5 (10AM-8PM)
May 6 (9AM-6PM)
Pier 36 at Basketball City (299 South Street, Manhattan)
2017 Exhibitors
With more than 100 exhibitors showcasing the latest in bikes, tech, apparel and more, it’s easy to forget about all the other good stuff going on at the Expo. Indoors, Expo attendees will find everything from fashion shows to panel discussions to how-to demonstrations, and outdoors we have a slate of on-bike classes. Best of all—it’s all free!
FRIDAY, MAy 5TH, 2017
STAGE
| 11:00AM |
Kids Bike Safety (prize provided by Frog Bikes) |
| 11:30AM | Minute To Win-It (prizes provided by Paragon and Honey Stinger) |
| 12:00PM |
Tour Report |
| 12:30PM | Jeopardy (prize provided by Tonik Cycling) |
| 1:00PM | Trips, Rides, Tours And Treks (prize provided by various charities) |
| 2:00PM | Where Are We Now* (prize provided by Aero Tech Designs) |
| 2:30PM |
Tour Report And Project Bikeway |
| 3:00PM | 5boro Race In Place (prize provided by BKOOL and Paragon) |
| 3:30PM | Minute To Win-It (prize provided by The Willary and Honey Stinger) |
| 4:00PM | How To Fix A Flat (prize provided by REI) |
| 4:30 PM | Jeopardy (prize provided by Po Campo) |
| 5:00PM | Where Are We Now (prize provided by SeaSucker) |
| 5:30PM | How To Secure Your Whole Bike (prize provided by Kryptonite) |
| 6:00PM | Bike Race in Place (prize provided by BKOOL and Paragon) |
| 6:30PM | Tour Report with Project Bikeway (prize provided by Bern Helmets) |
OUTDOOR LEARNING AREA
| 10:00AM | Learn to Ride—Adults |
| 12:00PM | Bike Practice Session |
| 1:00PM | Learn to Ride—Adults |
| 3:00PM | Bike Practice Session |
| 4:00PM | Bicycling Basics |
| 6:00PM | Bike Practice Session |
SATURDAY, MAY 6th, 2017
STAGE
| 10:30AM | Kids Bike Safety |
| 11:00AM | Minute To Win-It (prize provided by Cityhood/Honey Stinger) |
| 11:30AM | Jeopardy (prize provided by Appalachian Mountain Club) |
| 12:00PM | Rolling Into Spring Fashion Show |
| 1:30PM | How To Fix A Flat (prize provided by REI) |
| 2:00PM | Where Are We Now (prize provided by Pure Cycle) |
| 2:30PM | Kids’ Minute to Win It (prize provided by Pello Bike) |
| 3:00PM | Rolling Into Spring Fashion Show |
| 4:00PM | Tour Report and Project Bikeway (prize provided by Paragon) |
| 4:30PM | 5boro Race In Place (prize provided by BKOOL) |
*These activities are contests with prizes; audience members will be invited to participate
OUTDOOR LEARNING AREA
| 10:00AM | Learn to Ride—Kids |
| 12:00PM | Bike Practice Session |
| 1:00PM | Learn to Ride—Kids |
| 3:00PM | Youth Bike Basics |
| 5:00PM | Bike Practice Session |
The Expo takes place on Pier 36 at Basketball City—299 South Street, New York, NY 10002. Note that Basketball City is located on the side of the FDR nearest the East River—it’s literally on the pier.
Personal Bike
Just saddle up, ride on down, and leave the rest to us—complimentary bike valet will be provided. We recommend using Google Maps to plan your route—be sure to check the bike icon. The CityMapper app is also a good choice.
Citi Bike
Two Citi Bike docks, located at Madison St. & Clinton St. and at Madison St. & Montgomery St., are just blocks away from Basketball City.
Train
The nearest subway stations are located at East Broadway (F) and Delancey St. (F, J, M, Z).
Lodging
We’ve partnered with onPeak to provide you with hotel options for your trip to New York. Through this partnership, Bike New York and onPeak are able to offer discounted nightly rates at hotels throughout the City—and the best part about it is that a portion of the proceeds from rooms booked through onPeak fund our free bike education programs.
New BELGIUM Beer Garden
This year’s beer garden is better than ever, with a selection of tasty craft beer from New Belgium Brewing.
ON TAP:
Fat Tire Amber Ale
A perfect balance of biscuit-like malt flavors with hoppy freshness
Voodoo Ranger IPA
Bursting with tropical aromas and juicy fruit flavors from Mosaic and Amarillo hops, this golden IPA is perfectly bitter with a refreshing, sublime finish
Citradelic Tanerine IPA
Citra hops and tangerine elevate each sip onto a plane of juicy, tropical pleasure
Pilsener
Brewed in the traditional Czech style for a deeply refreshing flavor with a hint of malty sweetness
FOOD TRUCKS:
Coney Shack
Crepes Truck
The Mac Truck
Nuchas Empanadas
Souvlaki GR
Valduccis Pizza
Download the 2017 Bike Expo New York Media Kit HERE
Photo Highlights
Bike Expo New York 2013