Five Boro Bike Tour Returns to NYC: What Cyclists and Drivers Need to Know

The 47th Annual Five Boro Bike Tour

• 🚴 Tens of thousands of cyclists will participate in the 47th annual TD Five Boro Bike Tour this Sunday.
• 🗺️ The tour covers a total of 40 miles, making it a significant event for both participants and the city.

Road Closures and Traffic Impact

• 🚗 Roads and bridges across New York City will be closed to vehicular traffic for the event.
• 🚦 Drivers are advised to stay home or plan for significant disruptions as the city prioritizes cyclists.
• 🌐 A complete guide to the tour, including a list of all closed streets and bridges, is available on cbsnewyork.com.

Cyclist Experience

• ✨ For participants like Matt Chabin, the tour is a "life-changing" experience.
• 🏙️ Riding on streets usually dominated by cars, such as the FDR and Verrazzano Bridge, at speeds of 10-20 mph with thousands of others is described as a top NYC experience.

Virtual and Real Ride

• 💻 Chad Selberg is preparing for the tour using a high-tech virtual ride of the entire route.
• 🚲 On Sunday, these rental bikes will be among the many on New York City streets that are typically for cars and trucks.

Route Overview

• 📍 The route starts in lower Manhattan, loops through the Bronx, moves to Queens, and continues through Brooklyn to Staten Island.