|
The Huntington Bicycle Club
is excited to announce there are 3 months before the big event!
2026 Gold CoastEAST
taking place on
Sunday, July 12th, 2025
*Registration Opens April 1st, 2026*
The first 250 Registrants will receive a free T-Shirt
Note: Registration Closes, July 11th at 5 PM
There will be no registrations on the day of the event
Start and end of the tour is three blocks from the Greenlawn LIRR train stationRegister before June 9th and save!
Pedal for a purpose, while taking in the breathtaking views of Long Island’shistoric Suffolk County Gold Coast. Whether you’re a seasoned cyclistsearching for beautiful routes to ride on Suffolk County’s North Shore, or just
looking for a fun way to support some great causes, this ride offers somethingfor every skill level of cyclist.
A fully supported ride that includes designated rest stops with food and comfort stations. Roads will be fully marked for the 25, 50, and 70 mile routes.
Two Ride Leader supported routes: 12 and the new 25.
All routes will have SAG rider support.
RWGPS links for the self-led 25, 50, and 70, will be posted the week before the event.
Trial Tour Twelve Miles (12 miles)
This pleasant flat route meanders through Greenlawn, Commack and Elwood for 12 miles. A ride leader will be available to guide those who are ready to start at 9:00 am. Novice cyclists will learn the rules of the road for group riding.
New Ride for 2026! Bike the Bay (25 Miles) 1200 ft
Join us for a beautiful ride to Huntington Bay! Enjoy stunning Long Island Sound views from Crescent Beach overlook and soak in the sights of Huntington Harbor on the return. The 25‑mile ride will be led by HBC Ride Leaders and offered at average speeds consistent with our B and C rides (approximately 13–17 miles per hour).
Participants may choose the ride pace that best matches their comfort and fitness level.
Traditional Kings Park Ramble (25 Miles) 803 ft
A family-friendly excursion (without steep hills) exploring the neighborhoods of Greenlawn, Kings Park, Commack, and Elwood. Enjoy Kings Park Bluff-this scenic view of the Long Island sound is the ride's highlight.
Vintage Villages (50 miles) 2500 ft
You will also enjoy the harbors and hills as you pedal through a string of charming and historic villages, including: Smithtown, Head of the Harbor, Stony Brook and Setauket. Approximately 2500' of elevation.
Grand Tour-Metric Century (70 miles) 3500 ft
Travel along Suffolk County’s North Shore Gold Coast. Enjoy the scenic views of Short Beach, Stony Brook Village, Stony Brook Harbor and The Old Field Light House. Approximately 3500' of elevation.
TOUR START
All routes begin rain or shine at the new start location for 2026:
Thomas J Lahey Elementary School
625 Pulaski Rd.
Greenlawn, NY 11740.
The start location is three blocks from the Greenlawn LIRR Station, easy access for riders coming from NYC.
SUGGESTED START TIMES
70 miles 7:30 am
50 miles 8:00 am
25 miles 9:00 am
12 miles 9:00 am
HELMETS and SAFETY
ANSI or SNELL approved helmets are required. Cycling safety & strict adherence to all cycling rules of the road are imperative. It is recommended that all riders bring water bottles and spare tubes. All participants must sign the waiver.
Please support our Gold Coast Fund. A portion of the Gold Coast proceeds will be donated to several charities, including:Long Island Cares, dedicated to serving Long Island’s food insecure populations; Dementia Society of America; New York Bicycling Coalition; American Diabetes Association;and KIDS NEED MORECamp Adventure, an organization of concerned parents who created a camping experience for their children diagnosed with cancer and their siblings. Camp Adventure now serves the east coast and tri-state area. It remains one of the only camps of its kind to serve child cancer patients and siblings.www.kidsneedmore.org
Visit our website for more info at:
Steve Labiner
Ride Chairman
|