NY Tourist

Embark on an urban adventure through Brooklyn and beyond with the NY Tourist Race—a self-supported cycling event that challenges participants to navigate their way across New York City’s diverse landscapes. Departing from Two Seas Cyclery at 8:00 AM, you’ll set out into a dynamic cityscape where traffic flows alongside scenic river beds, creating an eclectic mix of urban and natural terrains.
Your journey will take you through the heart of NYC, encountering everything from bustling streets to tranquil single-track trails. The event features iPhone-scrolling pedestrians, luxury gravel roads, fallen trees, and dog walkers equipped with over-the-ear noise-canceling headphones—all adding a unique flavor to your ride. Discover hidden gems along the East Coast that might be new territory for you on two wheels.
This race is about exploration and self-reliance; use your bike computer as your guide to locate GPS-marked checkpoints scattered throughout the city. Each checkpoint requires you to tear out a specific page from a book, matching it with your event entry plate number upon arrival. The first cyclist back at WeisMFG after collecting all pages wins.
For those seeking an extra challenge, optional enduro-style timed segments are available. These carefully selected sections promise thrilling rides that could land you on a separate podium if you claim the fastest time in each segment of the day. Simply upload your full ride to Strava for automatic timing and results tracking.
Remember, failure to collect all pages correctly or missing any checkpoint will result in disqualification. Prepare yourself for an unforgettable experience where urban grit meets natural beauty, making this not just a race but an exploration into New York’s lesser-known corners.