About
Tour de Bronx is a bicycling event established in 1994 by the office of the Bronx Borough President and The Bronx Tourism Council as a means to promote a healthier lifestyle, an alternate mode of transportation and a way to tour the burgeoning neighborhoods, scenic waterfronts and greenways of the borough. This year, in celebration of Tour de Bronx’s 30th Anniversary, participants choose from one of three rides.
The 10-mile family friendly ride courses through the Mott Haven, Longwood, and West Farms neighbors en route to the New York Botanical Garden.
The 25-mile route takes riders through the south, east and mid portion of the borough including the Mott Haven district, Castle Hill Point along the East River, and the largest park in New York City: Pelham Bay Park boasting nearly 3,000 acres of natural forest.
The 40-mile route includes a visit to the historic nautical community of City Island and the northern portions of the borough like Woodlawn and Riverdale. All rides conclude at the iconic New York Botanical Garden where riders for a celebration with food, activities and a live musical performance as they relax from the day’s festivities. Throughout the years, the event has grown exponentially and is regarded as the largest free cycling event in New York State. In 2017 the Tour de Bronx saw a record-breaking nearly 10,000+ participants from all over the country as well as a few who come from abroad.
Bike Rental Information
All bikes must be booked in advance, simply click on the link below to reserve your bike.
- Bike Rental Pickup: We will bring the bikes near the start line on Grand Concourse & E 161 St, Bronx, NY 10452. Arrive earlier to so you can get your bike in time for the start.
- Bike Rental Returns: We will meet you at the other end of the ride at finish line at the New York Botanical Gardens, 2900, Bronx, NY 10458. We will then receive the bike from you and you can are all set!
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 rental helmet.
Note for Road Bikes 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
Prefer to ride your own bike? Our Bike Shipping Concierge service makes it easy. Ship your bike to us, and our professional mechanics will assemble it and have it ready for you to pick up at pick up location. After the ride, return it back to our team, we’ll then disassemble, pack, and ship it back to you. Shipping costs are not included.
Please ship your bike to:
Unlimited Biking, 801 Penhorn Ave, Unit 6, Secaucus, NJ 07094
Important Note: Your bike must arrive at least 7 days prior to the event. A return shipping label is required.
