Exploring the Urban Bike Paths….and More!

POSTPONED *AGAIN* - NOW SUN 9/17!

Join Alan and Neil in exploring the streets and trails between the Seaport District in Boston and the Encore Casino area in Everett. Starting from South Station, we will cross Fort Point Channel and loop through the Seaport, where we’ll see the stark contrast of vintage piers and multiple new buildings. From Seaport, we will take a waterfront path through Boston and the North End. Next we’ll go through North Point Park, then ride the new Green Line Extension Bike Path. From there we’ll ride along street paths through Somerville, and on to Assembly Row. After stopping here, we will cross the Mystic and Malden Rivers, then go through Gateway Park to the yellow-bricked pathways of the Encore Casino. After visiting the beautiful grounds of Encore, we will bike through Charlestown and Cambridge, then return though Boston to South Station.

Note that this is an urban ride! Only a small portion of it will be on bike paths with no vehicles. Much of the ride will be on city streets, not all of which have bike lanes. While we've chosen the safest route we could, there WILL be car and truck traffic. If riding among automobiles is uncomfortable for you, do not register for this ride. While any type of bike will work for the ride, city/hybrid bikes are best suited for it. If you only have a road/racing or rmountain bike, consider renting a Blue Bike from one of their multiple locations around the area.

Bring plenty of water and a sandwich and/or snacks. There may not be time to buy these en route. We’ll stop to eat around 12:30, probably around Assembly row. Also be prepared for a range of temperatures. It could be cool at the beginning and end of the ride, and considerably warmer midday.

Total ride distance: about 22 mi.

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