The Foliage Ride 2025
Welcome!
Join us for a fun-filled day of biking through the beautiful autumn foliage. This event is perfect for nature lovers and cycling enthusiasts alike. Get ready for scenic trails surrounded by vibrant colors and crisp fall air.
Quick-Look Summary
Date: Saturday, October 18 2025 (rain date Sun Oct 19)
Distances: 79 mi full route · 64 mi Queens express start
Start windows:
Brooklyn (Bensonhurst Park, Brooklyn) check‑in 7 AM · roll‑out 8 AM
Queens (Socrates Sculpture Park) check‑in 10 AM · roll‑out 11 – 11 : 30 AM
Entry fee: Early‑bird $40 | Standard $60 | Free for Pineapple Ride annual members
Member tickets:
Already a Pineapple Ride Annual Member? Check your inbox for an email containing your personal promo code—enter it at checkout to register for $0.
Thinking of joining? Purchase an Annual Membership first and we’ll automatically email you your unique promo code (typically within a day) so you can then register for the ride at no cost.
Included: light breakfast snacks, three rest stops, on‑route marshals, finisher pin, and mid-ride BBQ at Dobbs Ferry
Beneficiary: Proceeds advance Pineapple Ride’s mission of safer cycling in NYC .
General Questions: FAQ
Routes & Services
Route Overview
Full Foliage Route – 79 mi / 2,755 ft: leaves Bensonhurst Park, goes up 21st ave to the USA’s oldest bike path Ocean Pkwy. Up to Prospect Park and over the hill towards northern BK along the waterfront. Cross into Queens along the western side to Socrates Sculpture Park & then over the Triboro into The Bronx via Randall’s Island. Snaking up The Bronx’s various Parkways, river greenways, to Bedford Park and then up to Van Cortlandt Park. Once on the Empire State Trail, smooth sailing up north to Sleepy Hollow. Old Croton Aqueduct Trail & South County Trailway to a Hudson-Riverfront mid ride BBQ festival in Dobbs Ferry. Continue on OCA trail down to the Henry Hudson bridge and back on the Empire State Trail for one final stop at Pier I cafe for some refreshments and a bathroom break, before making our way to the Financial District to the very start of the Empire State Trail. Strava
Queens Express Start – 64 mi: join at Socrates Sculpture Park and merge onto the full route at mile 15.
Safety reminder: all roads are open to traffic and riders must obey NYC traffic laws, signal turns, and ride single-file where posted
Start Windows
| Start | Address | Check‑in | Roll‑out Window | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bensonhurst Park | Cropsey Ave & Bay 28 St, Brooklyn | 7:00 AM | 8:00 AM | 79 mi |
| Socrates Sculpture Park | 32‑01 Vernon Blvd, Queens | 10:00 AM | 10:30 AM | 64 mi |
Stop Overview
| Mileage | Time (est.) | Location | Amenities |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 7:00 – 8:00 AM | Bensonhurst Park | Hydration, LMNT, GU, Breakfast, mechanic |
| 15 | 10:00 – 10:30 AM | Socrates Sculpture Park | Hydration, bathrooms, fruit |
| 32 | 12:00 – 1:00 PM | Quipes Supremo, Bronx | Hot empanadas, hydration |
| 60 | 3:00 – 4:00 PM | Waterfront Park, Dobbs Ferry – Finish | BBQ — grilled meats, vegetables, hydration |
Rules, Safety & Support
Helmets are mandatory; bells / horns, lights are required by NYC law. NYC311
Ride marshals, medics, and roving mechanics provide on-route support
Ride marshals sweep behind the last rider to keep everyone ahead of course
The ride is not a race—feel free to linger at foliage photo spots, but remain ahead of the final ride marshal.
FAQ Highlights (expand on site)
Can I start in Queens but finish early? Yes—feel free to exit the route at any Metro-North station south of Dobbs Ferry.
Are e-bikes allowed? Yes, pedal-assist Class 1 e-bikes (max 20 mph) are welcome; throttled models are not.
Weather policy? Rain or shine; thunderstorm or high-wind postponement moves to Oct 19.
Youth riders? Ages 10–17 may ride their own bike with a registered adult; children under 10 must ride tandem, tag-along, or trailer.