PALM Bike Tour
June 21-27, 2025 6 Nights Our services begin registration day, Saturday June 21st Pedal Across Lower Michigan (PALM) is a non-profit group dedicated to encouraging family bicycling and the promotion of bicycling safety. Pedal Across Lower Michigan begins the last full week of June each year near Lake Michigan and meanders east, passing scenic, cultural, and historic sites. The route, which changes each year, generally avoids major urban areas. Sometimes a small downtown may be included for special interest, or for finding lunch or a snack. We use paved routes geared to the novice and intermediate touring rider. The daily distances and terrain combine to make PALM well suited to family bicycling. Daily distances range from 30 to 60 miles, with an average of 50 miles per day. Optional longer routes are provided to challenge more experienced riders, including a “century” (100 mile route) each tour. |
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Cycle The Erie Canal
Options Available for 4 Day Tour Click Here July 12-20 2025 8 Nights Our services begin registration day, Saturday July 12th, in Buffalo Join cyclists from across the country and around the world for Parks & Trails New York's 27th annual Cycle the Erie Canal bike tour. Enjoy beautiful scenery, fascinating history, and a one-of-a-kind cycling experience on this fully supported eight-day ride across New York between Buffalo and Albany. Along the way, learn about the people, places, and events that shaped the Erie Canal and its vital role in American history. Cycle the Erie Canal attracts riders of all ages and abilities, from beginners and families to experienced cyclists. |
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Empire State Ride
July 26th-August 2nd, 2025 7 Nights The Empire State Ride is a fully supported, seven day adventure across the state of New York with one goal: to win the fight against cancer. This one-of-a-kind ride starts in lower Manhattan, brings riders through some of the most scenic parts of New York State and ends at one of the natural wonders of the world: Niagara Falls. From the big city to the countryside and everything in between, the Empire State Ride is a unique and awe-inspiring experience. You’ll ride an average of 74 miles a day through various terrain and elevation. There’s no doubt that this is a challenging route but you’ll have staff and SAG support the entire way to make sure everyone is safe and happy. We welcome participants of all backgrounds and fitness levels to take the challenge and help us win the fight against cancer! Comfy Campers tent package is included with tour registration for the Empire State Ride. |
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Cycle the Hudson Valley
Aug 4th-9th, 2025 5 Nights Our services begin registration day, Aug. 4th. Join us for the 2nd annual Cycle the Hudson Valley bicycle tour, highlighting the communities, culture, history and scenic landscape of the iconic Hudson Valley. Cycle the Hudson Valley is a fully-supported seven-day, 200-mile tour from the Albany area to NYC which follows the Hudson River section of the Empire State Trail, now the longest multi-use trail in the nation. Daily routes range from 30-50 miles, with additional mileage options for riders wanting to explore more of the Hudson Valley. The Empire State Trail through the Hudson Valley is 63% paved trail, 13% crushed stone dust trail and 24% on road. The tour includes miles of flat or rolling stretches on paved trail, stone dust sections, some steep climbs on rural roads, and short sections of either high-speed roads or urban streets that connect the gaps of the off-road trail which call for experienced cycling skills. |
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