Cycle for the Cause

Pedal Installment and Seat Adjustments

Our bikes come equipped with standard flat pedals to meet the needs of most riders. If you prefer your own pedals, we're happy to install them for you—just remember to bring them along when you pick up your bike.

Our on-site team is also available to assist with seat adjustments, ensuring your bike is comfortable and ready for the ride!

Pick-Up and Drop Off Convenience

When booking a bicycle with Unlimited Biking for any cycling events, we offer you the option of pick-up and drop-off at the start and finish for your convenience. Riders pick-up their bikes at the start line and then drop-off with our on-site team at the Finish Line at the end of the race.

Complimentary Helmets

As you may know, participation in the cycling event requires that helmets with buckled chin straps must be worn at all times. For your convenience, every one of our rentals comes with a helmet at no additional charge.

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About

What is Cycle for the Cause?

A three-day, tri-state cycling fundraiser that brings together riders, crew, and supporters to fuel The NYC LGBT Community Center and its life-saving and love-affirming programs and services.

Why Ride?

Through peer-to-peer fundraising, every mile you ride powers The Center’s safe, affirming community space that provides vital services for all LGBTQ+ New Yorkers, including:

HIV/AIDS prevention, testing, and care
Identity-affirming mental health services for adults, families, and young people
Youth services providing education, leadership opportunities, and career pathways
Substance use recovery and treatment programs with a holistic healing approach
Arts and cultural programs that foster connection and joy
Advocacy and organizing efforts fighting for LGBTQ+ equality across New York State

Bike Rental Information:

Bike Pick Up: Friday, Sept 25 at 6:30 AM at Randall’s Island
Bike Drop Off: Sunday, Sept 27 at 2 PM at the Closing Ceremony on 13th Street (between 7th and Greenwich)

All bikes must be booked in advance. Simply click on the link below to reserve your bike. During bike rental pickup, we are happy to assist with height adjustments, pedal installation on road bikes if needed, and provide you with a free helmet.

Note for Road Bike Rentals: All our road bikes come with standard flat pedals. If you prefer specific pedals compatible with your cycling shoes, please bring them with you, and we can install them on your rental bike.

Bike Shipping Concierge

Want to ride your own bike during the event? Our Bike Concierge Service prepares your bike for your arrival and prepares it for return shipment after the ride.

How it works:

Arrange and purchase your bike shipping separately through BikeFlights.com or a shipping vendor of your choosing (shipping costs are not included in this package).
Ship your bike to Unlimited Biking using the address below, ensuring it arrives no later than Friday, September 18, 2026.
Our professional mechanics will receive your bike, unpack it, assemble it, and have it ready for pickup at the event.
After the ride, return your bike to our team at the Closing Celebration. We will disassemble it, pack it, and prepare it for return shipment using the prepaid return shipping label you provide.

BikeFlights (or the vendor of your choosing) will ship your bike to:
Unlimited Biking
801 Penhorn Ave, Unit 6
Secaucus, NJ 07094

Important Notes:

Bike shipping must be arranged separately through BikeFlights.com or a shipping vendor of your choosing.
Shipping fees are not included in the Bike Concierge package.
Your bike must arrive at Unlimited Biking no later than Friday, September 18, 2026.
A prepaid return shipping label is required and must accompany your bike (email your return shipping label to [email protected]).
This package includes bike receiving, unpacking, assembly, transportation to the start line, post-event disassembly, repacking and preparing the bike for pick-up from your chosen shipping vendor.
Bikes will start shipping no later than Monday, October 5, 2026.

DATE

Sep 25, 2026

LOCATION

New York, NY

Get directions from Google Maps

ORGANIZED BY

The Center

Rent Our Bikes

Specialized or similar Hybrid Straight Frame Bike

$59 RESERVE NOW

Specialized or similar Hybrid Step-Thru Frame Bike

$59 RESERVE NOW

Cannondale or similar CAAD Aluminum Road Bike

$149 RESERVE NOW

Bike Concierge Service

Your own bike RESERVE NOW

Cannondale or similar Carbon Synapse Road Bike

$249 RESERVE NOW

FAQs

What is the Cancellation Policy for Bike Rentals at this Event?

Bike Event Rental Cancellation Policy

Canceling a booking with Unlimited Biking can result in cancellation fees being applied by Unlimited Biking, as outlined below. When canceling any booking you MUST ONLY email to [email protected] to request the cancellation with your reservation details.

100% refund until 90 days before the event
50% refund until 60 days before the event
0% refund 30 days before the event

Official Event Cancellation: If the event is canceled by the organizers for any reason, you may request a 50% refund or a 100% credit back to your account. This option is available at any time leading up to the event and does not change the 100% refund policy available for those who cancel 90 days in advance.

You always have the option to use your credit with us in stores or towards next year’s rental.

What Bike Should I Book for the Ride?

FAQ: Bike Rentals

What is included with the rental?

Each rental includes a bike, a helmet, and convenient pickup and drop-off options.

What is included with each bike?

Hybrid Bikes: Comes with one water bottle cage, a handlebar bag, a quick-release adjustable seatpost, and flat pedals.
Road Bikes & Carbon Bikes: Comes with two water bottle cages, a handlebar bag, and standard flat pedals.
eBikes: Comes with handlebar bag, a quick-release adjustable seatpost, and flat pedals and a fully charged battery.
Tandem Bike: Comes with two water bottle cages, one for each rider, a handlebar bag, and standard flat pedals.

What is a Hybrid bike?

A Hybrid bike combines features of road bikes, touring bikes, and mountain bikes, making it versatile and suitable for a variety of terrains. Hybrid bikes are designed for general-purpose riding over various surfaces, offering a balance of comfort and performance. They typically have medium-width tires for better grip and stability, an upright riding position for comfort, and a lightweight frame for ease of handling. Hybrid bikes are an excellent choice for casual rides, commuting, and recreational cycling.

How do I select the right bike type for me?

We offer a variety of bike types to suit different riding styles, routes and preferences. Here’s a quick guide:
- Hybrid Step-through Bike: Designed for comfort and leisure, this bike features a step-through frame for easy mounting, an upright riding position, and 2″ wide tires. Ideal for short, relaxed rides.
- Hybrid Straight Frame Bike: Balancing comfort and performance, this bike has a traditional top bar frame and road tires. It’s lighter than the step-through model, making it well-suited for most event routes.
- CAAD Aluminum Road Bike: A performance-focused bike made of aluminum frame and has rim brakes. Perfect for longer or faster rides, especially distances of 50 miles or more. It’s ideal for riders with specific pedal preferences.
- Carbon Synapse Road Bike: Our top-performing model with a carbon frame, offering unparalleled speed, responsiveness, and ride quality. It comes with disc brakes and It’s the lightest bike we offer. Perfect for those seeking maximum performance.

What is the right bike size for me?

Bike sizes depend on the model. When booking, you’ll see size options listed along with the corresponding height ranges to help you select the right fit.

What if I need a helmet but didn’t request one?

Helmets are included at no extra cost. As helmets are mandatory for the event, we ensure there are plenty available for all riders.

What can I fit into the bike bag?

The handlebar bike bag can hold small items such as a water bottle, a set of keys, a phone, and a tube kit. Dimensions are approximately 9 inches wide by 5 inches in diameter, with a zip closure.

What is the size of the tires?

Hybrid Step-throughBike: 700x38c
Hybrid Straight frame Bike: 700x35c
CAAD Road Bike: 700x25c
Carbon Bikes: 700x28c
Kids 24-inch Bike: 24 x 1.5”
Kids 20-inch Bike: 20 x 1.75”
Tandem Bike: 26 x 1.5”

Do you provide spare tubes in case I get a flat?

We do not provide spare tubes with rentals. If you experience a flat tire during the ride, we recommend reaching out to the event’s ride support team for assistance. It’s always a good idea to carry a spare tube that fits your bike, as we strongly recommend being prepared for such situations.

What is included with the rental?

Each rental includes a bike, a helmet, and convenient pickup and drop-off options.

What is included with each bike?

Hybrid Bikes: Comes with one water bottle cage, a handlebar bag, a quick-release adjustable seatpost, and flat pedals.
Road Bikes & Carbon Bikes: Comes with two water bottle cages, a handlebar bag, and standard flat pedals.
eBikes: Comes with handlebar bag, a quick-release adjustable seatpost, and flat pedals and a fully charged battery.

What is a Hybrid bike?

A Hybrid bike combines features of road bikes, touring bikes, and mountain bikes, making it versatile and suitable for a variety of terrains. Hybrid bikes are designed for general-purpose riding over various surfaces, offering a balance of comfort and performance. They typically have medium-width tires for better grip and stability, an upright riding position for comfort, and a lightweight frame for ease of handling. Hybrid bikes are an excellent choice for casual rides, commuting, and recreational cycling.

How do I select the right bike type for me?

We offer a variety of bike types to suit different riding styles, routes and preferences. Here’s a quick guide:
- Hybrid Step-through Bike: Designed for comfort and leisure, this bike features a step-through frame for easy mounting, an upright riding position, and 2″ wide tires. Ideal for short, relaxed rides.
- Hybrid Straight Frame Bike: Balancing comfort and performance, this bike has a traditional top bar frame and road tires. It’s lighter than the step-through model, making it well-suited for most event routes.
- CAAD Aluminum Road Bike: A performance-focused bike made of aluminum frame and has rim brakes. Perfect for longer or faster rides, especially distances of 50 miles or more. It’s ideal for riders with specific pedal preferences.
- Carbon Synapse Road Bike: Our top-performing model with a carbon frame, offering unparalleled speed, responsiveness, and ride quality. It comes with disc brakes and It’s the lightest bike we offer. Perfect for those seeking maximum performance.

What is the right bike size for me?

Bike sizes depend on the model. When booking, you’ll see size options listed along with the corresponding height ranges to help you select the right fit.

What if I need a helmet but didn’t request one?

Helmets are included at no extra cost. As helmets are mandatory for the event, we ensure there are plenty available for all riders.

What can I fit into the bike bag?

The handlebar bike bag can hold small items such as a water bottle, a set of keys, a phone, and a tube kit. Dimensions are approximately 9 inches wide by 5 inches in diameter, with a zip closure.

What is the size of the tires?

Hybrid Step-throughBike: 700x38c
Hybrid Straight frame Bike: 700x35c
CAAD Road Bike: 700x25c
Carbon Bikes: 700x28c
Kids 24-inch Bike: 24 x 1.5”
Kids 20-inch Bike: 20 x 1.75”
Tandem Bike: 26 x 1.5”

Do you provide spare tubes in case I get a flat?

We do not provide spare tubes with rentals. If you experience a flat tire during the ride, we recommend reaching out to the event’s ride support team for assistance. It’s always a good idea to carry a spare tube that fits your bike, as we strongly recommend being prepared for such situations.