Saturday, September 13, 11:45 AM
Join us on a ride to six library branches, stopping for a poetry reading at each branch!
Sign in 11:45 – 12:00 PM at:
Pine Hills Library, 517 Western Avenue, Albany NY 12203
Rain date: September 27.
• Free admission
• Distance: 9 miles; Ride time: 2 hours
• A recreational community ride, at a moderate pace; nobody left behind.
• Total elevation gain: 415 feet – includes some hills.
• Return to Pine Hills Library 2:00 PM.
• Bonus: free musical event at Pine Hills Library, 2:00 PM.
Reservations – not required, but we appreciate if you RSVP to:
albanybicyclecoalition@yahoo.com
to let us know you’re coming, and how many people are in your group.
Safety
• Helmets and signed waiver required
• Minimum age 12; riders under age 18 must be accompanied by adult
• To make sure your bike is in good working order, do an “ABC Quick Check” in advance:
Video One-page printable Quick Check
Waiver
To ensure that all riders understand the inherent risks of cycling on public roadways, and for insurance purposes:
all riders must sign a standard League of American Bicyclists waiver form.
Quick look at the release and waiver text (opens in a new tab)
We provide waiver forms at the ride when you sign in.
The Route
Pine Hills to Arbor Hill – Google Maps
Arbor Hill to Washington, Howe, Delaware, Bach, Pine Hills – Google Maps
Cue sheet – step by step with visuals – PDF
Parking
If driving, please use street parking instead of the library’s own lot. All local street parking is free on Saturday, including Western Ave and Madison Ave.
Questions?
Email us at: albanybicyclecoalition@yahoo.com
About the Library
About Albany Public Library
Friends & Foundation, Albany Public Library
Albany Public Library – Wikipedia
Albany Bicycle Coalition 