The MTA is so wretched, especially on the weekends, that you can’t help but wonder if there’s a better way.
THERE MUST BE A BETTER WAY.
Sunday afternoon I found that better way. I jumped on a Citibike (or 2) and bicycled from Queens to Brooklyn.
Bike Queens to Brooklyn
Sure, it took about two hours, but the train might’ve taken that long too. Plus, I controlled ALL the manspreading on my vehicle. SHOWTIME was me with my face in the wind belting out showtunes as I rode over bridges.
The snow’s all melted and has finally left the 10 day forecast: I’m ready to roll.
I break for street art and skylines.
I’m always in a rush in NYC, where any journey is about the destination. I’d forgotten how head-clearing a bike ride can be. What a treat to take time to stop and stare at the clouds.
And play I SPY with One World Trade.
What path did I take? Whatever Google maps suggested from Long Island City to Lefferts Gardens. Kent Avenue in Williamsburg was the best biking and the best views. I recommend it! I’m a huge fan of Citibike and have happily used it for over a year, I’ll write a full post all about it soon.
Seeing a city with a bike, why not? Fresh air, recreation.. a new experience.
This is such a great reminder that NYC can actually be enjoyable when you slow it down a bit. The idea of trading a weekend MTA headache for a self-guided bike adventure feels like a total win — especially with skyline breaks and street art along the way. Kent Ave really is one of the best stretches for views and stress-free riding, and it’s wild how a bike can completely change your relationship with the city. I’ve been seeing more conversations around alternative city travel, micro-adventures, and intentional movement on sites like https://digitalhubsquad.com/
, and this post captures exactly why bikes make urban exploration feel human again. Looking forward to that Citibike deep dive.