Organized Bike Rides in NYC
Looking for one of the best organized bike rides in NYC?
Pineapple Ride brings together scenic cycling, neighborhood exploration, and community impact in one of New York City's most distinctive group ride experiences. Since 2014, Pineapple Ride has welcomed riders to discover the city through curated routes, historic stops, waterfront paths, and community-centered events that promote safe cycling for all.
Pineapple Ride is a New York City nonprofit dedicated to safe cycling, urban exploration, and community connection.
What began as a group ride has grown into a mission-driven organization that creates welcoming experiences for riders of all levels. Pineapple Ride is built around the belief that cycling can help people experience the city more deeply while also supporting safer streets, stronger neighborhoods, and more vibrant public spaces.
We are not just organizing bike rides — we are helping people discover New York City in a way that is active, social, scenic, and meaningful.
Read more on our about page.
Curated rides that bring people through scenic routes, cultural landmarks, historic neighborhoods, and hidden gems across NYC. Includes our flagship Pineapple Ride and the seasonal Foliage Ride.
A welcoming ride experience centered on safe pacing, frequent stops, and community support rather than competition. See our ride rules.
Pineapple Ride promotes safe biking through free safety equipment and education that helps riders feel more prepared and confident.
Beyond rides, Pineapple Ride hosts public programming, neighborhood activations, and community-centered events including Bay Parkway and Bay Ridge plazas.
Pineapple Ride supports local cleanup efforts, public space activation, and community initiatives that make the city more welcoming for everyone.
Supporters can join as members, volunteer at events, donate, and take part in helping grow safe cycling culture in New York City.
Pineapple Ride is rooted in New York City and celebrates the diversity of the full city through cycling.
From waterfront paths to neighborhood streets, Brooklyn is a core part of Pineapple Ride's story and community work.
From iconic skyline views to historic streets, Manhattan adds energy, culture, and unforgettable city riding.
Queens brings diversity, local character, and wide-ranging neighborhoods into the Pineapple Ride experience.
The Bronx adds rich history, community identity, and unique destinations to the broader NYC ride journey.
Staten Island helps complete the five-borough spirit of exploration that makes Pineapple Ride unique.
Pineapple Ride connects cycling with public good. Participation helps support safe biking, community programming, and stronger public spaces. See our impact.
Our rides are designed around the experience of the city — not racing through it. Riders come for the scenery, neighborhoods, landmarks, and stories along the way.
Pineapple Ride is deeply tied to New York City. The routes, culture, views, and stops are shaped by the character of the five boroughs.
With more than a decade of ride history, Pineapple Ride brings consistency, local knowledge, and community trust to every event.
Pineapple Ride is designed to feel social, supportive, and open to people who want more than just exercise — they want connection, discovery, and purpose. Browse the gallery or read the blog.
Pineapple Ride is a New York City nonprofit that promotes safe cycling, urban exploration, and community connection through organized rides and events.
Pineapple Ride offers scenic, organized group rides designed around exploration, culture, history, and community rather than competition.
Yes. Pineapple Ride is centered on New York City and highlights biking experiences across Brooklyn, Manhattan, Queens, the Bronx, and Staten Island.
No. Pineapple Ride is meant to be welcoming and community-oriented, with an emphasis on support, safety, and shared experience.
Pineapple Ride combines scenic city exploration, organized ride experience, nonprofit mission, and safe cycling advocacy in one experience.
Yes. Pineapple Ride supports safer biking, community events, public space stewardship, and programs that help strengthen neighborhoods across NYC.
Whether you are searching for scenic bike rides in NYC, organized bike rides in Brooklyn, or a unique thing to do in New York City that supports a greater cause, Pineapple Ride offers a memorable way to experience the city.
Ride with us. Explore with us. Help grow safer cycling in New York City.