BIKE TRIP
DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED
A Bike Trip for the Fall is currently being planned. Watch this page for the date.
Distance will be about 40 miles. With the scenic stops we usually get back between 3 - 4 P.M., so plan on a full (but exciting) day!
I will provide maps and directions, but these should only be necessary in an emergency. We plan to split up into groups of similar biking speeds, and to have at least one person waiting at any intersections. So there is no need to worry about getting lost or being left behind!
NOTE: It is possible to return to Boston from Concord on the train with your bike. So if you are really pooped out or have mechanical difficulties this is an option. There will be a train from Concord back to Boston at 2:34 PM, arriving at North Station at 3:16 PM. The fare for the train is $5.00 (including your bike).
Schedule for train from Concord or Lincoln back to North Station in Boston
A bicycle in good working condition is required! In particular make sure your tires are in good condition and your gears work. I also STRONGLY RECOMMEND that you have a HELMET. If you don't have a helmet yet I strongly recommend investing in one before the trip. You can obtain one from International Bicycles on Brighton Ave. in Allston, about five blocks from West Campus (go straight past Shaws Supermarket). Your head is your biggest asset - protect it!
We will do some basic bicycle tune-up if you come early with your bike. So if you think your bike may need some basic adjustments come at 9 AM and we will try to get it in top shape! If you think it may need more extensive repair or you aren't sure if it is in good enough working condition email me dmm@math.bu.edu and I will try to look at it before the trip.
BIKE RENTAL: Bikes can be rented from either of the two stores below:
Boston Bicycle , 842 Beacon St. (In the Audobon Circle area - heading out Beacon St. from Kenmore Square it is on the right). The cost is $25. for 24 hours. This bike shop is the closest to the BU Campus. Call 617-236-0752 for more details.
Back Bay Bicycles, 366 Commonwealth Ave., Boston (near the intersection with Mass. Ave. under City Convenience)). You can pick up a bike after 5 P.M. on Friday, then return it Saturday when we get back. You can rent a "hybrid" type bike for $30, which is fine for our trip. The cost is $30. They also rent "high performance road bikes" for $40. They will also provide you with a helmet and a lock.
Back Bay Bicycles webpage , Look under We Service All Bikes, Shop Services
Phone number of Back Bay Bicycles: 617-247-2336.
If you have any further questions please get in touch! If the weather is in doubt call after 8 A.M. the morning of the event to see if it is still on.
If you are interested in trips of this type, send me an email and I will put you on my email list for future trips
Diane email: dmm@math.bu.edu ; Phone: 352-0700
Here is a picture of me and my co-leader Tom with our bikes!