named programs · 5 · from sources
What they call their work
A-SIG
Advanced road cycling program focusing on smooth group riding, paceline techniques, and long-distance endurance (40–100+ miles) with significant elevation gain.
B-SIG
Intermediate road cycling program building strength, safety, and group riding skills, progressing from 40 to 100+ miles with moderate to challenging climbs.
C-SIG
Beginner-friendly cycling program introducing group riding fundamentals, starting at 15–30 miles and progressing to 50–65 miles on flat or rolling terrain.
D-SIG
Gravel and off-road cycling program exploring hilly regions like the Hudson Highlands and Taconics, with rides from 40 to 90 miles and technical terrain.
SIG Training Series
Progressive cycling program with A, B, C, and D levels offering 8–12 weekend rides that build group riding skills, endurance, and confidence. Includes road and gravel disciplines across varying distances and terrains.
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Organized Community Cycling Events 2 activities
- Deliver structured cycling training programsOffers seasonal and year-round training programs for cyclists of all levels, including the SIG series (A-SIG through D-SIG) since 1986, which progresses from introductory group riding to advanced endurance and technical terrain. Programs include road, gravel, and randonneur-style training series with defined routes, distance progression, and attendance requirements.
- Organize group cycling rides and events for membersHosts daily, weekly, and weekend group rides in New York City and the tri-state area, including year-round weekday training rides in Central Park and Prospect Park, scenic weekend destination rides, and special events such as the All-Class Ride and Newcomers Ride. Rides are offered for cyclists of all skill levels and include structured series like Leveled Laps and the annual Escape New York ride.
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Youth Cycling Education and Access Programs 2 activities
- Field competitive road racing teamsSupports men's and women's competitive road racing teams that participate in local, regional, and national events, offering structured training, team rides, and race opportunities to develop elite cycling skills in the Northeast.
- Support youth cycling developmentProvides a 6-week road cycling program for youth aged 13–17, including access to bikes, safety instruction, and fitness training to promote cycling participation and skill development.
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Flexible Grants to Grassroots Organizations 1 activity
- Fund cycling access, safety, and community programsFunds nonprofit organizations and programs that strengthen cycling access, safety, and community in New York City, including financial support for youth cycling initiatives (Kids Ride Club, Young Majors), Ride Up Grades’ Free 2 Week Bike Camp, and Open Hours programs at Mechanical Gardens in Red Hook.
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Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
- Host social and educational events for cyclistsOrganizes year-round social gatherings such as ice cream socials, holiday parties, and member mixers to build community. Conducts educational workshops and seminars on topics including bike mechanics, first aid, safe cycling practices, and fitness, often in partnership with experts.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Maintain and provide access to curated cycling routesManages a library of hundreds of curated cycling routes for members, including enhanced digital access and a 20% discount on Ride with GPS subscriptions. The route library supports member planning and participation in local and regional rides.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$195K
Contributions & grants$2K1%
Program service revenue$97K50%
Investment income$5K3%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$194K
Program expenses68%
Admin / overhead32%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
Largest expense lineOther
balance sheet
Total assets$291K
Cash$251K
Investments$0
Liabilities$14K
Net assets$281K
Liquid reserves15.6 mo
5 years on record · 2021–2025 · YoY revenue +16.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 1
- ALLAN FRIEDMAN — ENY DIRECTOR
relationships · 32
Who they work with
- Bike NY Partner — Partner organization acknowledged for support in the Young Majors program.
- Bike Path Partner — Supports a program that trains justice-involved individuals to become certified bike mechanics for Citi Bike.
- Black Girls Do Bike Partner — Partner organization acknowledged for support in the Young Majors program.
- Black Girls Do Bike (NYC) Partner — Supports efforts to engage Black and BIPOC women and children in cycling to improve community health.
- Central Park Medical Unit Partner — Supports a provider of free emergency medical care to cyclists in Central Park.
- Discord Partner — Uses Discord as a communication platform for member engagement and information sharing.
- Get Women Cycling Partner — Supports cycling education, maintenance workshops, and street safety programs for women in NYC.
- I Challenge Myself Partner — Supports cycling instruction for students at Edward Reynolds Transfer High School in East Harlem.
- InTandem Cycling Partner — Supports free tandem cycling programs for riders with visual impairments or other disabilities to promote inclusion and teamwork.
- Kids Ride Club Partner — Funds youth cycling program as part of the Roll It Forward grant initiative.
- Major Taylor Iron Riders Partner — Collaborating organization in the launch and delivery of the Young Majors youth cycling program.
- Mechanical Gardens Partner — Supports equitable access to bikes, repairs, and tools in Red Hook through funding for supplies and Open Hours programs.
- NYCC Network — NYCC Racing Team operates as a specialized program within the broader NYCC organization for members interested in competitive road racing.
- NYCC Volunteers Partner — Volunteers from the New York Cycle Club organize and support the Escape New York event.
- NYCMTB Partner — Supports trail building, maintenance, and advocacy for the local mountain biking community in NYC.
- National Safety Council Partner — Recommends the National Safety Council's Bike Safety resources for safe group riding practices.
- Other cycling and racing clubs in NYC Partner — Collaborates with other local cycling and racing clubs to establish and follow shared safety protocols for group rides in Central Park and Prospect Park.
- Pactimo Partner — Partnered to release three new cycling kit designs featuring NYCC club colors and spirit.
- Palisades MTB Partner — Supports trail building and advocacy for mountain bike access in Bergen, Rockland, and Orange Counties, including collaboration with New York State Parks.
- Recycle-A-Bicycle Partner — Partner organization acknowledged for support in the Young Majors program.
- Ride Up Grades Partner — Supports efforts to increase diversity in cycling by funding coaching and equipment access through a free bike camp.
- Ride With GPS Partner — Platform used to publish and share ride routes for the STS training series.
- Ride with GPS Partner — Partner platform providing upgraded navigational features and a 20% subscription discount for NYCC members.
- Roll it Forward Program Partner — Committee that reviews funding applications from nonprofits and makes grant recommendations to the Board.
- Stony Brook University Southampton Partner — Hosts accommodations and activities for NYCC's Southampton Weekend event.
- Strava Partner — Administers the Club’s Strava group as part of managing digital platforms.
- Streetsblog Partner — Supports a key information source on policy and enforcement issues affecting cyclists in New York.
- Toga! Bikes Partner — Toga! Bikes serves as a luggage drop-off and pickup location for the Southampton Weekend event.
- Trek Partner — A mechanic from Trek provides demonstrations at NYCC's Bike Mechanics 101 event.
- USA Cycling Network — Recognized national cycling organization affiliated with the Young Majors program.
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strategies · 4
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Inclusive Access Through Barrier Reduction for Underrepresented Youthmethodology: inclusive_accessBy adapting adult cycling curricula and removing entry barriers, the club expands access to road cycling for underrepresented youth because culturally responsive, accessible programming fosters diverse participation and long-term engagement in the sport.
- Inclusive, Progressive Skill-Building Through Group Ridingmethodology: progressive_skill_buildingBy structuring rides by pace and distance and using a no-drop policy, the club enables cyclists of all levels to build skills, confidence, and endurance progressively because supportive, predictable group dynamics reduce barriers to participation and foster peer-based learning.
- Peer-Supported Paceline Training for Group Efficiency and Skill Developmentmethodology: paceline_trainingBy using rotating pacelines in structured training and A/B-level rides, the club improves group speed and endurance while teaching safe, efficient riding techniques because cooperative drafting fosters both physical performance and peer-to-peer skill transfer.
- Volunteer-Run Community Modelmethodology: volunteer-run_community_modelBy operating as a fully volunteer-run, member-owned organization, the club fosters deep community ownership and sustained engagement because members are directly invested in leadership and operations, strengthening cohesion and continuity.