Q-MoB Queer Men's Empire Rail Trail Bike Ride

Let’s go for a bike ride and enjoy the fantastic Empire State Trail together!

We’ll meet at 11:30am in the parking lot for the Kinderhook/Valatie Trailhead. From there, we’ll get on the Empire State Trail and bike up to Nassau. We’ll stop at Tacos Diablo for a delicious lunch and then bike back on the trail to Valatie. Once we’ve made it to Valatie, let’s celebrate the ride with some local craft beers at Reifenberg Brewery.

All types of bikes and cycling levels are welcome to join! The ride is almost entirely on the trail and free of cars/ traffic. It’s 18 miles roundtrip with an elevation gain of only 300ft. It should take about 2ish hours to bike the whole thing. (Plus added time for lunch in the middle and beers after)

The starting point/ parking lot is:
1007 Kinderhook St., Valatie, NY 12184
(It’s across the street from Bagel Tyme)

WHAT TO BRING: Please bring

• whatever equipment your bike may need to ride safely
• rain-gear (rain coat & rain pants, ideally high visibility color with reflective strips)
• appropriate waterproof footwear,
• high visibility vest, jacket and/or helmet (we strongly recommend you wear a helmet)
• flashing bike lights on the front & back of your bike (red in the back & white in front)
• snacks & water,
• waterproof gloves & balaklava, depending on the weather forecast
• Glasses, Sunglasses, or Goggles to protect your eyes from dust, debris, & sunligh

Please check the weather the morning before the ride so you can make sure you have the right clothing & equipment if conditions change, which they often do in these parts.

REACHING US DAY OF RIDE: If you have trouble finding us, will be late, or can't make it, please call/text Sam at 412-427-6457.