Named after the famed Navesink Twin Lights up the hill from Huddy Park in Highlands, New Jersey, and showcasing the best of the Garden State, this event has been a favorite of local cyclists, New Yorkers, and visitors from around the country for over a decade. Five routes ranging from 15 to 100 miles run along the picturesque Jersey shore, over undulating hills, past quaint farms, and wind up at a finish festival where local restaurants come out to serve up their best to hungry riders—it’s the hook that keeps folks coming back year after year for just one more bite.
Riders have the option to register for the event and become a Bike New York member at the same time! You get $5 off membership, early access to 2021 TD Five Boro Bike Tour registration, a 15% discount on Bike New York’s 2021 regional rides, a welcome kit including a member T-shirt and personalized ID card, bike shop and partner discounts, local ride discounts, invitations to members-only social rides, happy hours, activities, and much more!
The Routes
All routes begin and end in Huddy Park in Highlands, NJ (301 Shore Drive). Note that this is not the Huddy Park in Toms River, NJ.
Please note that the entire route is on streets that are open to motorized traffic (with the exception of the Sandy Hook Multi-Use Path on the 15-mile route). Cyclists must obey all traffic laws. This includes obeying all traffic signals and yielding as required. Being part of the event does not put you above the rules of the road.
Click on this link for a complete listing of NJ Bicycle Laws.
15 Miles – SOLD OUT!
30 Miles
This route includes stunning ocean views as riders travel along the Jersey Shore through Sea Bright before rolling through Monmouth County communities south and west of Highlands including Oceanport and Middletown.
Elevation gain: 1100 ft
Start time: 9:15AM-10:15AM
55 Miles
The 30-mile route plus an extra 25-mile southern loop around U.S. Weapons Station Earle through Farmingdale and Colts Neck.
Elevation gain: 2000 ft
Start time: 8:30AM-9:30AM
75 Miles
The 55-mile route plus an extra 20-mile southeastern loop along the coastal communities of Spring Lake, Sea Girt, and Brielle. Goes near Asbury Park, but unfortunately does not include Bruce Springsteen.
Elevation gain: 2200 ft
Start time: 8:00-8:30AM
100 Miles
The 75-mile route plus an extra 25-mile loop west around the Turkey Swamp Wildlife Area near Freehold.
Elevation gain: 3000 ft
Start time: 7:30AM-8:00AM
Rest Areas
Rest areas along the route offer cyclists a chance to rest, fill up their water bottles, and refuel for the road ahead with complimentary snacks and refreshments, including nuun hydration, a sports drink which is high in electrolytes, low in sugar and without any artificial ingredients.
Toilets
Toilets are located in Huddy Park and at every rest area.
Bike Repair
Bike repair stations are located in Huddy Park and at each rest area. Labor is free, but there is a charge for parts. Be sure to bring a spare tube with you. We strongly recommend that you bring an extra bike tube and a patch kit, and check your bike before the Tour. Here’s some info to help with that. If you need assistance in between rest areas call the rider hotline # on your cue sheet.
Marshals
Volunteer marshals will be riding with you, and stationed along the route to provide roadside assistance. If you’d like to volunteer, sign up here!
SAG ( Support & Gear)
If you are running out of steam, get hurt, or fall too far behind, SAG vehicles positioned along the route will transport you and your bike back to Huddy Park. Please be patient as SAG vehicles may be busy and you may be required to transfer before returning to Huddy Park.
Finish Festival
One of the best things about this ride is the food at the Finish Festival. Every year, local restaurants pile into Huddy Park to serve up the best seafood, Mexican fare, pizza, and much more to famished riders and their friends and family. Bring cash—and a big appetite.
Official Merchandise
Get kitted out in official Bike New York and Twin Lights Ride gear—we’ll have shirts, jerseys, water bottles, and much, much more. All proceeds fund our free bike education programs, so shop away!