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TOUR PROGRAM & RIDE GUIDE

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

When and where is Packet Pickup? Can I pick up someone else's rider ID kit?

Packet Pickup for your 2024 Tour rider identification kit (RIK) will take place again at:

Center415 — 415 5th Avenue (between East 37th and 38th Streets) New York, NY 10016 (map link)

  • Thursday, May 2:  3:00PM-8:00PM
  • Friday, May 3:  10:00AM-8:00PM
  • Saturday, May 4:  9:00AM-5:00PM

We are offering Proxy Packet Pickup, and you don’t need to fill out a Proxy form. See details below:

If you’re having someone pick up your rider ID kit (RIK), please email the following to your Proxy:

  • Your confirmation email (containing your unique QR code)
  • A copy of your government-issued photo ID

If you’re the Proxy, please bring the two items listed above plus your own government-issued photo ID to our Packet Pickup event. You don’t have to print these items out – you can have them on your phone or other device.

If you’re picking up a RIK for your Youth rider (under age 18), you don’t need to have their photo ID, just their confirmation email.

Note: Proxies may pick up rider ID kits for up to ten riders at one time.

How do I get to the Start area?

Please visit our Getting There page for more information on how to get to the Start on Tour day.

For specific Start location and directions on how to access your Start wave, visit our Start Schedule.

I ordered apparel from Primal Wear during registration - will it be shipped to me?

For Standard riders with a US shipping address: If you ordered apparel from Primal Wear, it has been shipped to you directly from Primal Wear.

For VIPs with a US shipping address that ordered rider ID kit shipping: Your VIP jersey has been shipped directly from Primal Wear.

For ALL international riders: You’ll pick up your apparel during Packet Pickup.

Note: Primal Wear experienced some shipping issues in mid-April. If you have a question about your order, please reach out to Primal Wear at:

Direct: 303-745-8442
Toll-Free: 800.275.6953

What is a rider identification kit? Do I need it to ride in the Tour?

All participants must wear the full rider identification kit (RIK) to ride in the Tour. Here’s what’s in your RIK:

For Standard riders:

  • Your 2024 Tour helmet cover
  • Your numbered bib (to attach to the front of your jersey or shirt)
  • Your numbered bike plate (to attach to the handlebars of your bike)
  • Fasteners (safety pins and twist ties)

For VIP and Charity riders:

  • All of the above items
  • Your VIP or Charity credential so you can access breakfast at the Start, and your luncheon area at the Finish Festival

NOTE:  If you ordered shipping for your RIK, you’ll receive it in mid to late April. If you did not, you’ll pick up your RIK at our Packet Pickup event (please see the FAQ above).

YOUR SHIPPED RIDER ID KIT WILL NOT CONTAIN ANY APPAREL PURCHASED FROM PRIMAL WEAR. THOSE ITEMS WILL SHIP SEPARATELY FROM PRIMAL WEAR IN MID-APRIL.

Can I bring a bag on the Tour? Can I check a bag?

Yes. However, the following are prohibited:

  • Bags with shoulder straps (including backpacks, hydration packs, drawstring bags, and messenger bags)
  • Panniers or bags that hang on the side of your bike
  • Covered baskets
  • Any bag over 420 cubic inches (6.9 liters)

Here’s more info on baggage restrictions.

If you think that one or more of the above criteria applies to your bag, do not bring that bag.

If you do, your bag and personal belongings may be confiscated, and will not be returned to you under any circumstances.

Bike New York is not responsible for confiscated property.

NOTE: These restrictions may be updated as Tour day gets closer; we’ll post any changes here.

There is no baggage check on the Tour; bring only what you can carry.

What if I don’t have a bike? Can I rent one?

Yes! Our official Tour rental partner Unlimited Biking provides a wide variety of bikes for the Tour.

With the convenience of bike pick-up in lower Manhattan on Tour morning, and drop-off at the Staten Island Ferry (St. George Ferry Terminal), you can ensure your Tour goes smoothly.

And the best part? Proceeds from your rental help fund our free education, outreach, and advocacy programs!

I purchased shipping for my RIK - when will it arrive?

The deadline to purchase rider identification kit shipping (RIK) has passed.

If you purchased shipping for your RIK, please note the following:

YOUR RIDER ID KIT WILL NOT CONTAIN ANY APPAREL PURCHASED FROM PRIMAL WEAR. THOSE ITEMS WILL SHIP SEPARATELY FROM PRIMAL WEAR IN MID-APRIL.

SHIPPING DATES: RIKs will be shipped out starting the second week of April, via Fed Ex (adult signature required).

VIP RIDERS:  Your RIK will include your Manhattan Portage bag; your jersey will ship separately from Primal Wear.

MEMBERSHIP WELCOME GIFTS:  For new Bike New York Members, welcome gifts will ship separately from EnMotive within 6-10 weeks.

STANDARD RIDERS:  If you purchase shipping and want to ride with a team but did not form or join one before the deadline (March 15), you may ride with your friends and family in the latest assigned wave for your group.

INTERNATIONAL RIDERS:  If your mailing address is outside the US, shipping is not available. Please select a category that does not include shipping.

Shipping purchases are non-refundable. 

No transfers are allowed for Tour entries that include shipping.

How do I purchase my Tour photos?

Here’s how to pre-order the MarathonFoto Digital Photo Offer after you’ve already registered:

  • Log into your EnMotive account
  • On your account page, click on Registrations on the left side and find your 2024 Tour registration
  • Click on the three dots, then View Registration
  • Scroll down to the bottom of the screen
  • Select the MarathonFoto Digital Photo Offer
  • Click Add to Cart
  • Submit your payment and you’ll be set to go!

Note: The $10 discount is available until registration for the Tour closes; you may purchase the MarathonFoto Digital Photo Offer after the Tour at full price ($79.95).

What kind of bike is allowed on the Tour? Can I use my e-bike?

Any human-powered pedaled bike (recumbent, unicycle, tandem, tricycle, etc.) is permitted, with the exception of surrey or party bikes (equipped with steering wheels).

Class 1 pedal-assist e-bikes may be used on the Tour.

Note:  Class 2 or throttle e-bikes are not permitted on any Bike New York events, even if the throttle function is disabled.

Can I still purchase a jersey or other Tour apparel?

February 14 was the deadline to purchase Primal Wear Tour apparel and have it shipped to you before the Tour.

However, you can still order apparel on Primal Wear’s online shop up until May 14 and get it in late June.

Are there age restrictions for the Tour?

Yes.

Children under the age of 3 are not allowed on the Tour. 

All children ages 3 and older must be registered to participate in the Tour, and must adhere to the following guidelines:

  • Youths ages 3 to 9 must ride with an adult on a tandem bike, in a child’s seat, on a tag-along bike, or in a bike trailer.
  • Youths ages 10 to 17 may ride their own bikes, but must remain in close proximity to the adult with whom they were registered.

I plan on riding a tandem with my spouse/friend/child. Do we both need to register?

Yes.

All participants must register in order to ride in the Tour. Youths (under age 18) must be registered by a parent or guardian, and must be on the same team as their registered parent or guardian.

Children under the age of 3 are not allowed on the Tour (please see FAQ above).

I'm a Bike New York Member; can my friends and family ride with me in the first wave?

If your friends and family are Bike New York Members, they will automatically be placed in Standard Wave 1 with you.

If you want to ride with friends or family who are not Bike New York Members, you may start with them in the latest of their assigned waves.

How can I make sure I'm in the first wave for the Tour?

The only way to guarantee a start in Wave 1 of the Tour is to register as a VIP, a Bike New York Member, or a Charity rider. All other Standard riders will be placed in Waves 2 through 6, with consideration given to your start time preference.

I can't make it to the Tour - can I get a refund or transfer my entry?

Tour registration fees are non-refundable and non-deferrable.

However, you may transfer your entry to another person so they can ride in your place. Here’s how:

  • Log into your EnMotive account.
  • On your account page, click on Registrations on the left side and find your 2024 TD Five Boro Bike Tour registration.
  • Click on the three dots.
  • Select Transfer Registration.
  • Please enter the Enmotive account email address of the person to whom you would like to transfer your registration.
  • Click on Transfer Registration; this will send an email to that person notifying them of the transfer, with instructions on how to accept the transfer.
  • There is a $10 transfer fee to be paid by the transferee.
  • The transfer will only be valid for 48 hours, so be sure they accept quickly!

Notes:

The transfer deadline is 5:00PM on Wednesday, May 1.

If you purchased shipping for your rider ID kit, the deadline for transfers has passed, and you may no longer transfer your entry.

Where does the money from my Tour registration fee go? What portion of my registration fee is tax deductible?

Proceeds from the Tour fund our free bicycle education programs as well as our advocacy work to create safer and more inclusive bike infrastructure in New York City. In 2022, we taught bike riding and bike safety skills in person and in our virtual classroom to more than 20,000 kids and adults. 

Standard registration is $139.00 (plus processing fees), $29.00 of which is a tax-deductible charitable donation. VIP registration is $400.00 (plus processing fees), $94 of which is a tax-deductible charitable donation.

All Tour registration fees are non-refundable and non-deferrable.

I deferred my past Tour entry but did not redeem it. What are my options now?

2023 was the final year for deferring riders to redeem their Tour entries. All unredeemed entries have been converted to charitable donations.

If you need a donation receipt for your past entry, please reach out to us at info@bike.nyc.

Do I have to wear a helmet?

Yes, helmets are required.

Is the ride available on Ride With GPS and Strava?

Yes!

 

Ride With GPS

 

Strava

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Start Schedule

WAVE 1 (7:30AM)

VIP & CHARITY RIDERS, PREFERRED START, MEMBERS

Recommended arrival time:  6:00AM-7:00AM

Southbound:  Preferred Start and Members should enter at Thomas

Northbound:  Preferred Start and Members should enter from Chambers to Bogardus Plaza then Duane

 

VIP & CHARITY BREAKFAST

VIP Riders:  Access VIP breakfast at Canal and Church

Charity Riders:  Access Charity breakfast at Broadway and Worth

 

WAVE 2 (8:05AM)

Recommended arrival time:  7:05AM-7:35AM

Southbound:  Enter at Murray

Northbound:  Enter at Warren

 

WAVE 3 (8:40AM)

Recommended arrival time:  7:40AM-8:10AM

Southbound:  Enter at Fulton

Northbound:  Enter at Vesey

 

WAVE 4 (9:15AM)

Recommended arrival time:  8:15AM-8:45AM

Southbound:  Enter at Cedar

Northbound:  Take Albany to Greenwich to Thames

 

WAVE 5 (9:50AM)

Recommended arrival time:  8:50AM-9:20AM

Southbound: enter at Morris

Northbound: take Albany to Greenwich to Rector

 

WAVE 6 (10:25AM)

Recommended arrival time:  9:25AM-9:55AM

Southbound/Northbound:  enter from Battery Place

NOTES

  • If members of your group are assigned to different Start waves, please ride together in the latest Start wave for your group.
  • Riders assigned to later Start waves cannot move to an earlier wave.
  • Riders heading southbound to the Start Line must enter their wave via Broadway.
  • Riders heading northbound to the Start Line must enter their wave via the Hudson River Greenway.
  • After a Start wave is released, the next Start wave moves up. Please refer to access points for earlier waves.
  • Sixth Avenue will reopen to cars at 12:00PM.

Packet Pickup 2024

On May 5, you’ll be joining over 32,000 other cyclists for a true New York City experience!  But first, you’ll pick up your rider ID kit at our Packet Pickup event on Thursday, May 2, Friday, May 3, or Saturday, May 4.

Please bring your registration confirmation email with your QR code and a valid photo ID.

Address:
Center415, 415 5th Avenue Between E 37th and E 38th St, New York, NY 10016

Hours:

  • Thursday, May 2:  3:00 PM–8:00 PM
  • Friday, May 3:  10:00 AM–8:00 PM
  • Saturday, May 4:  9:00 AM–5:00 PM

Note:  These hours are subject to change. We will update them if necessary, and inform registered participants.

Picking Up Your Packet

Adult riders: 

Please bring the following with you:

  • Your QR code from your confirmation or start wave email
  • Your valid Photo ID:
    • Residents of the United States and Puerto Rico must show a state or federal government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, DMV photo ID, or passport
    • Non-US residents must show a valid passport

Youth riders:

To pick up a youth’s packet without them being present, you (the parent or registered guardian) must bring:

  • Your own valid photo ID and your QR code, printed out or on a smartphone
  • Your youth’s QR code, printed out or on a smartphone
  • You do not need to provide photo ID for your youth rider

INTERNATIONAL RIDERS:

If you ordered appparel from Primal Wear, you’ll pick it up at Packet Pickup. We’ll provide further details in the coming days.

Proxy Packet Pickup

Proxy Packet Pickup is available again this year! Here’s what to do:

 

INSTRUCTIONS FOR RIDER:

Provide your proxy with the following items:

  • Copy of your photo ID
  • Copy of your QR code (you can find this in your confirmation email)

INSTRUCTIONS FOR PROXY:

Please bring the following items to Packet Pickup:

  • Your rider’s photo ID (printout or image on your smartphone)
  • Your rider’s QR code (printout or image on your smartphone)
  • Your own photo ID

If you’re picking up a packet for your Youth rider (under age 18), you don’t need to have their photo ID, just their confirmation email.

Getting There

We encourage you to take mass transit, ride a Citi Bike, or walk to Center 415. Due to space constraints, there will be no onsite bike parking.

MASS TRANSIT:
Center415 is just a few blocks from Grand Central Terminal (yes, that Grand Central!). 

CITI BIKE:

There are several stations located within a few blocks of Center415 – you can use the Citi Bike app to find available spots and bikes.

ON FOOT:

Center415 is walking distance from Times Square and the Port Authority Bus Terminal.

Exhibitors

We’re excited to announce that we will have a number of exhibitors showcasing their products and services during Packet Pickup.

Make sure to stop by these booths and see what they have to offer!

* These exhibitors are also selling products from their booths, so you can stock up on everything you need for a successful Tour.

WHEN YOU RENT A BIKE WITH UNLIMITED BIKING, THE OFFICIAL RENTAL PARTNER OF BIKE NEW YORK, PROCEEDS HELP FUND OUR BIKE EDUCATION PROGRAM!

Bike

We’re quite partial to this option. From anywhere in Manhattan or downtown Brooklyn, the best way to get to the Start Area is by bike. The Hudson River Greenway and Broadway both lead directly to Bowling Green. For detailed directions, use Google Maps to plan your route. Be sure to click the bicycle icon.

LEARN MORE ABOUT GETTING TO YOUR START

Staten Island Ferry

The Staten Island Ferry is one of the best boat rides you can take, and it’s FREE!

If you are parking or staying on Staten Island, you can take the ferry to lower Manhattan, and then bike to your Start location. There are no bike limits for the Staten Island ferry.

Ferry service for the Tour begins at 6:00AM, running every half  hour until 11:00AM.

Starting at 11:00AM, ferries will run every 15 minutes until 6;00PM, and then every half hour after that.

Note:  Lines for the Manhattan-bound ferry may be long starting  in the early afternoon.

Driving & Parking

We recommend that participants driving to the TD Five Boro Bike Tour park on Staten Island in the morning.

You can bike to the Ferry and ride over to lower Manhattan to the Start. After you finish riding, you’ll ride back to your car and avoid any lines at the Ferry.

NOTE: Cars parked along the Tour route will be towed and impounded.

Learn more about parking on Staten Island

Subway

Note that some subway stations do not accommodate bikes. The MTA requests that participants do not bring bikes on the L/M/G trains. Visit www.mta.info for customized travel directions using TripPlanner, or call the MTA for more information by dialing 511. Check the schedule for changes as Tour day approaches.

LEARN MORE ABOUT GETTING THERE BY SUBWAY

PATH Train (from New Jersey)

  • From Hoboken, take the PATH train toward 33rd St. and get off at the Christopher St. stop. From Newark, Harrison, Journal Square, Grove St., and Exchange Pl., take the WTC train and get off at the World Trade Center stop. 
  • The fare is $2.75, payable by MetroCard.
  • Bikes are not permitted on the first car of the train.
  • Note that you will need to use stairs to get to street level, so be prepared to carry your bike.
  • For up-to-date information, system map, station locations, and parking information, visit www.panynj.gov or dial 1-800-234-PATH.
LEARN MORE ABOUT BIKES ON THE PATH TRAIN

Long Island Railroad (LIRR)

On Tour day, off-peak fares apply, and bike permit rules are suspended.

  • Cyclists can take the Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) to Penn Station or Grand Central-Madison and then transfer to downtown subway service, or cycle downtown.
  • We ask that you space you and your bikes evenly throughout the train to facilitate the flow of people boarding and disembarking at stations.
  • Please bring a bungee cord to secure your bike.
  • For more information on departure times and station locations, including weekend timetables, visit www.mta.info/lirr.
LEARN MORE ABOUT THE LIRR

Metro-North Railroad

  • Take the Metro-North to Grand Central Station at East 42nd St. and Park Ave.
  • To get to Bowling Green via subway from Grand Central Terminal, take the 4, 5, or 6 train to the Brooklyn Bridge or City Hall stations.
  • On Tour Day:
    • Bikes are allowed on all trains on the Harlem, Hudson, and New Haven Lines.
    • Bike permit rules are suspended.
    • There will be no restrictions on the number of bikes per train.
    • Off-peak fares apply.
  • For more information on departure times and station locations, visit www.mta.info/mnr.
LEARN MORE ABOUT METRO-NORTH RAILROAD

NYC Ferry

Note: This is not information for the Staten Island Ferry.

 

We have been asked by NYC Ferry’s organizers to discourage Five Boro Bike Tour participants from using NYC Ferry on Tour day.

NYC Ferry is significantly constrained in their ability to take bikes onboard.

 

LEARN MORE ABOUT NYC FERRY

NY Waterway (From New Jersey)

We do not have specific Tour day information for NY Waterway.

Please visit NY Waterway’s website for more information.

LEARN MORE ABOUT FERRIES FROM NEW JERSEY

While you're in NYC . . .

If you’re coming to New York City for the TD Five Boro Bike Tour, then make sure to check out the nycgo.com for official visitor information to help you plan your trip! The guide is a great resource for everything you need to know regarding where to stay, eat, drink and play while you’re in town.

FAQ

When is the 2025 TD Five Boro Bike Tour? When can I register?

The 47th edition of the TD Five Boro Bike Tour will take place on Sunday, May 4, 2025.

Please see below for answers to frequently asked questions from 2024, as well as general Tour-related FAQ.

Note: We will update this page as details for 2025 become available, so please check back often.

2024 Tour: Can I still purchase a jersey or other Tour apparel?

Yes! You can still order apparel on Primal Wear’s online shop and get it in late June/early July.

2024 Tour: Where can I find my Tour photos?

Please click here to view your 2024 TD Five Boro Bike Tour photos.

Note: MarathonFoto is still sorting and uploading photos; this may take a few days.

If you don’t see your photos, please check back every day or so.

2024 Tour: I need to pick up my bike/bag/gear - Where should I go?

If you need to pick up your confiscated bag, please come to our Recycle-A-Bicycle shop to retrieve it.
Here’s what you need to know:

Address: 858 Fulton Street, Brooklyn NY 11238

Phone: 718-858-2972
Hours: Monday – Sunday, 10:30AM – 6:00PM

 

If you lost something on the Tour, please email info@bike.nyc before going to Recycle-A-Bicycle. If your item was not turned in, we want to save you a trip.

If you need to retrieve your bike, please email info@bike.nyc to set up an appointment to visit our warehouse.

2024 Tour: Where can I find my Timed Climb results?

VIPs, you can find your Timed Climb results here!

2024 Tour: How do I get to the Start area?

Please visit our Getting There page for more information on how to get to the Start on Tour day.

For specific Start location and directions on how to access your Start wave, visit our Start Schedule.

What is a rider identification kit? Do I need it to ride in the Tour?

All participants must wear the full rider identification kit (RIK) to ride in the Tour. Here’s what’s in your RIK:

For Standard riders:

  • Your 2024 Tour helmet cover
  • Your numbered bib (to attach to the front of your jersey or shirt)
  • Your numbered bike plate (to attach to the handlebars of your bike)
  • Fasteners (safety pins and twist ties)

For VIP and Charity riders:

  • All of the above items
  • Your VIP or Charity credential so you can access breakfast at the Start, and your luncheon area at the Finish Festival

NOTE:  If you ordered shipping for your RIK, you’ll receive it in mid to late April. If you did not, you’ll pick up your RIK at our Packet Pickup event (please see the FAQ above).

YOUR SHIPPED RIDER ID KIT WILL NOT CONTAIN ANY APPAREL PURCHASED FROM PRIMAL WEAR. THOSE ITEMS WILL SHIP SEPARATELY FROM PRIMAL WEAR IN MID-APRIL.

Can I bring a bag on the Tour? Can I check a bag?

Yes. However, the following are prohibited:

  • Bags with shoulder straps (including backpacks, hydration packs, drawstring bags, and messenger bags)
  • Panniers or bags that hang on the side of your bike
  • Covered baskets
  • Any bag over 420 cubic inches (6.9 liters)

Here’s more info on baggage restrictions.

If you think that one or more of the above criteria applies to your bag, do not bring that bag.

If you do, your bag and personal belongings may be confiscated, and will not be returned to you under any circumstances.

Bike New York is not responsible for confiscated property.

NOTE: These restrictions may be updated as Tour day gets closer; we’ll post any changes here.

There is no baggage check on the Tour; bring only what you can carry.

I can't make it to the Tour - can I get a refund or transfer my entry?

Tour registration fees are non-refundable and non-deferrable.

However, you may transfer your entry to another person so they can ride in your place. Here’s how:

  • Log into your EnMotive account.
  • On your account page, click on Registrations on the left side and find your Tour registration.
  • Click on the three dots.
  • Select Transfer Registration.
  • Please enter the Enmotive account email address of the person to whom you would like to transfer your registration.
  • Click on Transfer Registration; this will send an email to that person notifying them of the transfer, with instructions on how to accept the transfer.
  • There is a $10 transfer fee to be paid by the transferee.
  • The transfer will only be valid for 48 hours, so be sure they accept quickly!

What kind of bike is allowed on the Tour? Can I use my e-bike?

Any human-powered pedaled bike (recumbent, unicycle, tandem, tricycle, etc.) is permitted, with the exception of surrey or party bikes (equipped with steering wheels).

Class 1 pedal-assist e-bikes may be used on the Tour.

Note:  Class 2 or throttle e-bikes are not permitted on any Bike New York events, even if the throttle function is disabled.

What if I don’t have a bike? Can I rent one?

Yes! Our official Tour rental partner Unlimited Biking provides a wide variety of bikes for the Tour.

With the convenience of bike pick-up in lower Manhattan on Tour morning, and drop-off at the Staten Island Ferry (St. George Ferry Terminal), you can ensure your Tour goes smoothly.

And the best part? Proceeds from your rental help fund our free education, outreach, and advocacy programs!

What is a team? Do I have to be on a team?

The deadline to form or join a team was Friday, April 19, at 5:00PM.

Not to worry, though! You can still ride with friends and family.

If members of your group are assigned to different Start waves, please ride together in the latest Start wave for your group.

Notes:

  • Bike New York Members do not join teams; you’ll automatically be grouped together in Wave 1.
  • If you are a Charity rider, you’ll automatically be registered under the name of the charity for which you are fundraising.
  • All VIPs are assigned to Wave 1.

 

Are there age restrictions for the Tour? Do I have to register my child?

Yes.

Children under the age of 3 are not allowed on the Tour. 

All children ages 3 and older must be registered to participate in the Tour, and must adhere to the following guidelines:

  • Youths ages 3 to 9 must ride with an adult on a tandem bike, in a child’s seat, on a tag-along bike, or in a bike trailer.
  • Youths ages 10 to 17 may ride their own bikes, but must remain in close proximity to the adult with whom they were registered.

I plan on riding a tandem with my spouse/friend/child. Do we both need to register?

Yes.

All participants must register in order to ride in the Tour. Youths (under age 18) must be registered by a parent or guardian, and must be on the same team as their registered parent or guardian.

Children under the age of 3 are not allowed on the Tour (please see FAQ above).

I'm a Bike New York Member; can my friends and family ride with me in the first wave?

If your friends and family are Bike New York Members, they will automatically be placed in Standard Wave 1 with you.

If you want to ride with friends or family who are not Bike New York Members, you may start with them in the latest of their assigned waves.

How can I make sure I'm in the first wave for the Tour?

The only way to guarantee a start in Wave 1 of the Tour is to register as a VIP, a Bike New York Member, or a Charity rider. All other Standard riders will be placed in Waves 2 through 6, with consideration given to your start time preference.

2024 Tour: Is the ride available on Ride With GPS and Strava?

Do I have to wear a helmet?

Yes, helmets are required on all Bike New York events. No ifs, ands, or buts.

Where does the money from my Tour registration fee go? What portion of my registration fee is tax deductible?

Proceeds from the Tour fund our free bicycle education programs as well as our advocacy work to create safer and more inclusive bike infrastructure in New York City. In 2022, we taught bike riding and bike safety skills in person and in our virtual classroom to more than 20,000 kids and adults. 

Standard registration is $139.00 (plus processing fees), $29.00 of which is a tax-deductible charitable donation. VIP registration is $400.00 (plus processing fees), $84 of which is a tax-deductible charitable donation.

All Tour registration fees are non-refundable and non-deferrable.

2024 TOUR PROGRAM

 

The 2024 TD Five Boro Bike Tour maps are here!

*All maps are subject to change. Please refer to this page for the most up-to-date maps, and visit our Start Schedule page for more infomation on your Start time and location.

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If you would like to cover and/or ride the 2024 TD Five Boro Bike Tour as a member of the press, please email amccauley@bike.nyc

We partner with multiple nonprofits to bring riders together raising funds for charity.

 

The deadline to apply to be a 2025 Charity Partner has passed.

 

For questions, please contact charitypartner@bike.nyc.