A short ride Newton Library to Russo's Market in Waltham, then along the river a bit, returning through Nonantum and Newtonville.
Join us for a pleasant ride around the Chestnut Hill Reservoir; a loop starting at the Library in Newton Center, heading out on Commonwealth Ave. to Cleveland Circle, around the reservoir and returning on Beacon Street. A scenic ride, especially if you like the challenge of a couple of hills! Meet in front of the Newton Main Library on Homer St. in Newton Center, and we’ll leave promptly at 6pm. This is a family-friendly, “no-rider-left-behind” ride and all ages are invited, but all young children must be accompanied by an adult. Bike helmets are required, and please bring a mask or face covering. [...]
It's Father's Day -- the day we'd traditionally be cycling in the Tour de Newton. However, the 2021 Tour de Newton has been re-scheduled for September 19 this year (stay tuned for details), but this ride will start getting you in shape for that! We will follow the route of the 2018 Tour de Newton "Contra tour", through many of the villages of Newton. Meet in front of the Newton Free Library on Homer St. in Newton Center, and we’ll leave at 2:00pm. This is a family-friendly, “no-rider-left-behind” ride and all ages are invited, but all young children must be accompanied [...]
An infinity-shaped loop starting in Newtonville, stretching west to Auburndale and east to the Chestnut Hill reservoir . Meet in front of the Star Market on Austin St. in Newtonville, and we’ll leave at 10:00 am. On the way back, the group is invited to stop at Pho Viet on Langley Rd for tasty Banh Mi sandwiches. This is a family-friendly, “no-rider-left-behind” ride and all ages are invited, but all young children must be accompanied by an adult. Bike helmets are required. Masks required for all riders who are not vaccinated. 13.3 miles roundtrip. Be sure to check bikenewton.org for last-minute changes. Approximate Route [...]
TOUR de NEWTON 2021: Tour de Doors September 19, 2021 “Tour de Newton is Back!” REGISTRATION is now OPEN! Go to: https://www.bikereg.com/tour-de-newton2021 Mark your calendars for the 2021 Tour de Newton on September 19! This will be live and in-person and we look forward to riding together. Further details or any changes: look here, on twitter, and in our email newsletter . QUESTIONS? Email us at: [email protected] or follow us on Twitter @BikeNewton
Join us for a nice bike ride to the Norumbega Viking Tower in Weston. Starting at the Newton Main Library in Newton Center, we'll make a loop that winds through the back roads and trails of Weston and Waltham, and visit the site of the ancient Viking citadel. Meet in front of the Newton Library on Homer St. in Newton Center, and we’ll leave at 10:00 am. This is a family-friendly, “no-rider-left-behind” ride and all ages are invited, but all young children must be accompanied by an adult. Bike helmets are required. 15.5 miles roundtrip. Masks required for all riders who are [...]
Join us for a nice ride from Newtonville to Fresh Pond in Cambridge using the Watertown Branch rail trail, around much of the Pond, then to Harvard Square and back along the river to Newton. We could stop for coffee in Harvard Sq. if the group would like to on the way back. Meet in front of the Star Market on Austin St. in Newtonville, and we’ll leave at 9:30 am. This is a family-friendly, “no-rider-left-behind” ride and all ages are invited, but all young children must be accompanied by an adult. Bike helmets are required. 15 miles roundtrip. Masks required for [...]
Join us for a Bike Newton WinterFEST ride on Sunday at 4PM! This will be a short loop 3 mile loop from Newton Centre to Newton Highlands and back. This is part of Newton Community Pride's first annual WinterFEST next weekend! See below for more details on the ride and the weekend. Ride: We will meet Sunday 4PM at the Newton Centre Green (corner of Centre and Langley). As always, helmets are required. In addition, lights are required. This is for both safety and also for fun. Please make sure you have at least a front and a back light. The more lights the better - contribute [...]
Join us for a tour via bicycle of the 2022 Newton PorchFest. We'll start at the Newton Free Library at 330 Homer St., Newton Center at 3:00pm, drop in to check out four bands in three villages (Waban, Auburndale, Lower Falls) and then return to the library. Here is a listing of stops and approximate times if you'd like to join enroute: 1. 3:00pm: Depart from Library, 300 Homer St. 2. 3:15-3:45: 702 Chestnut St., Waban -- Band #2 Brian DeStoop and The Old Haunts who play from 3:00-4:00 3. 4:00-4:20: 114 Windermere Rd. Auburndale -- Band #35 Lock Bolt and Key who play [...]
A loop from the Library via Parker St, Dedham St and Nahanton St to the Newton Community Farm (just a ride-by) and returning to the Library via the Upper Falls Greenway. And we'll take in a little of Crystal Lake as well. A Monday evening ride: Meet in front of the Newton Main library on Homer St. in Newton Center, and we’ll leave promptly at 6:00pm. This is a family-friendly, “no-rider-left-behind” ride and all ages are invited, but all young children must be accompanied by an adult. Bike helmets are required. 9 miles roundtrip. Be sure to check bikenewton.org for last-minute changes. Approximate Route: [...]
