A Welcome Mat for Canalway Trail Cyclists
Introduced in May 2017, Bike Friendly New York (BFNY) is a certification program for businesses that provides special accommodations for cyclists. The program enhances the experience for cyclists on the Erie Canalway Trail and other New York destinations, and boosts trail-based economic development at the local level.
To date, 82 businesses have been certified through the Bike Friendly New York program. BFNY is New York’s first large-scale bike-friendly certification, and is open to a wide range of businesses, from B & B’s and restaurants to retail stores and museums.
To be certified as bike-friendly, businesses must demonstrate that they have taken steps to cater to cyclists, such as becoming knowledgeable about local cycling routes and having basic repair tools available. Businesses that meet the requirements and complete the online application receive a decal to display, and are included in various publications and web listings.
More businesses are deciding to become bike-friendly
Bike tourists need food and places to stay, and they spend money on entertainment and souvenirs. With bicycling being the second most popular activity in the U.S., many businesses are deciding to become bike-friendly to meet the needs of their customers.
Bike Friendly New York and other efforts to encourage outdoor tourism were propelled by Governor Cuomo’s announcement about building the Empire State Trail, a 750-mile mega trail slated for completion in 2020. The Empire State Trail will be the longest multi-use trail in the nation, and a major draw for cyclists and others to visit New York.
“We are thrilled that Bike Friendly New York is gaining momentum, and we are excited to expand the business list along the Canalway Trail. This program brings economic value to trailside communities, and provides additional options for the increasing number of cyclists who use the trail.” said PTNY Executive Director Robin Dropkin.
“As an avid cyclist and one who enjoys on the Erie Canalway Trail, I’ve seen first-hand that businesses recognize the benefits of accommodating the needs of bike riders,” said New York State Canal Corporation Director Brian U. Stratton. “Being bike friendly makes smart business senses and shows up in their bottom line.”
Are you ready for the 2018 cycling season?
Please consider visiting the Bike Friendly New York certified businesses listed below.
More information, including an up-to-date list of certified businesses, program materials, and the online application, can be found at ptny.org/bikefriendly.
Lodging
1894kingsburyhouse.com| A Sense of Place Bed and Breakfast | Fayetteville | 315-382-8737 | |
| A White Rose Bed & Breakfast | Fort Plain | 518-993-1007 | |
| Adams Basin Inn B&B | Adams Basin | 585-352-3999 | |
| Bed and Breakfast at Turtle St | Syracuse | 315-425-7710 | |
| Bellinger Rose Bed & Breakfast | Herkimer | 315-867-2197 | |
| Bird Brook Bed & Breakfast | Chittenango | 315-687-3231 | |
| Canal Side Inn | Little Falls | 315-823-1170 | |
| Cedarvalley Bed and Breakfast | Waterport | 585-851-1882 |
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| Clematis Inn | Fairport | 585-388-9442 | |
| Ellwanger Estate B&B | Rochester | 585-314-1793 | |
| Erie Canal House | Canajoharie | 518-381-0325 | |
| Hampton Inn & Suites - Rochester/Victor | Victor | 585-924-4400 | |
| Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton Albany Downtown | Albany | 518-275-4500 | hamptoninn3.hilton.com/en/hotels/new-york/hampton-inn-and-suites-albany-downtown-ALBHSHX |
| Hilton Garden Inn Rochester-Pittsford | Pittsford | 585-248-9000 | |
| Holiday Inn Express Albany Downtown | Albany | 518-434-4111 | |
| Hostel Buffalo Niagara | Buffalo | 716 -852 -5222 | |
| Liberty House Bed & Breakfast | Palmyra | 315- 597-0011 | |
| Newark Garden Hotel | Newark | 315-331-9500 | |
| Oak and Ivy B&B | Rome | 315-337-3065 | |
| Oneida Commons Vendor Mall | Oneida | 315-280-0577 | |
| Oneida Community Mansion House | Oneida | 315- 363-0745 | |
| Parker Inn and Suites | Schenectady | 518-688-1001 | |
| Peppermint Cottage Bed & Breakfast | Lyons | 315-946-4811 | |
| Point Au Roche Lodge | Plattsburgh | 518-563-8714 | |
| Stockade Inn | Schenectady | 518-346-3400 | |
| The 1810 Juliand House Bed & Breakfast | Greene | 607-242-1338 | |
| The Pineapple House Bed & Breakfast | Canajoharie | 518-673-3923 | |
| Through the Grapevine B&B | Waterloo | 315-539-8620 | |
| Twenty Woodlawn Bed and Breakfast | Fairport | 585-377-8224 |
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| Vintage Gardens Bed & Breakfast | Newark | 315-331-6045 | |
| Wolf Ridge Guest House | Lockport | 716-479-1412 |
Campgrounds:
5 and 20 Marine | Waterloo | 315- 789- 5520 | |
Green Lakes State Park | Fayetteville | 315-637-6111 | |
Oak Orchard Marina & Campground | Savannah | 315-365-3000 | |
Red’s Twilight on the Erie RV Resort | Macedon | 315-986-7337 | |
Riverforest Park Campground & Marina | Weedsport | 315-834-9458 | |
Schodack Island State Park | Schodack Landing | 518-732-0187 | |
Verona Beach State Park | Verona Beach | 315-762-2921 |
Bike Shops:
Dick Sonnes Cycle Fitness & Skis | New Hartford | 315-736-7106 | |
Dirty Bikes Shop | Chittenango | 315-886-4521 | |
Freemans Bridge Sports | Scotia | 518-382-0593 | |
Mello Velo Bicycle Shop | Syracuse | 315-307-3104 | |
Nomad’s BikeRepairX | Hamilton | 315-824-2453 | FB@bikerepairx |
Berts Bikes and Fitness | Tonawanda | 716-837-4882 |
Food & Drink Service:
Carriage Creek of North Manlius | Kirkville | 315-656-3800 | |
Fitzgibbons Public House | Medina | 585-318-4024 | |
Great Flats Brewing | Schenectady | 518-280-0232 | |
Lakeview Village Shoppes | Olcott | 716- 778-8531 | |
Mad Jack Brewing Company | Schenectady | 518-348-7999 | |
Muddy Waters Cafe | Palmyra | 315-502-4197 | |
Nine Pin Cider | Albany | 518-449-9999 | |
Pastificio | Fayetteville | 315-632-4560 | |
Stivers Seneca Marine | Waterloo | 315-789-5520 | |
Stockdale’s Bar & Grill | Oriskany | 315-316-0419 | |
The Galley Restaurant | Spencerport | 585-352-0200 | |
The Raider | Canastora | 315-240-5343 |
Other Businesses:
Albany Visitors Center | Albany | 518-434-1217 | |
Anytime Fitness | Manlius | 3157910026 | |
Arkell Museum & Canajoharie Library | Canajoharie | 518-673-2314 | |
Carpenter & Hughes | Fayetteville | 315-637-1277 | |
Chittenango Landing Canal Boat Museum | Chittenango | 315-415-6575 | |
Classic Adventures, Inc. | Hamlin | 800-777-8090 | |
Diefendorf Hall Cultural Heritage Center/Mohawk Valley Villages | Fort Plain | 518-496-7054 | |
Erie Canal Bike Tours | Syracuse | 949-424-5369 | |
Erie Canal Discovery Center | Lockport | May-Oct: 716-439-0431 All Year: 716-434-7433 | |
Friends of Our Lady of Martyrs Shrine | Fultonville | 518-853-3939 | |
Historic Palmyra | Palmyra | 315-597-6981 | |
Hudson Crossing Park | Schuylerville | 518-350-7275 | |
Lee's Shops at Wagner Square | Canajoharie | 518-673-0292 | |
Mackenzie's | Palmyra | 315-597-5986 | |
Main Street Mercantile | Fairport | 585-377-4140 | |
Mountain Ridge Adventure | Schenectady | 518-227-1058 | |
Nomad’s BikeRepairX | Hamilton | 315-824-2453 | FB@bikerepairx |
Paola Kay Gifts | Fayetteville | 315-632-2192 | |
Schoharie Crossing State Historic Site | Fort Hunter | 518-829-7516 | |
Spencerport Depot and Canal Museum | Spencerport | 585-352-0942 | |
The Palmyra Canal Shop and Towpath Antique Center, LLC | Palmyra | 315-597-5000 | |
The UPS Store | Fayetteville | 315-637-1515 | |
Towpath Vision Care | Little Falls | 315-823-4330 | |
Village Bookmarket | Palmyra | 315-597-0210 | |
Village of Newark | Newark | 315-331-4770 | |
Windsor Village Artisan & Antique Market | Lockport | 716-201-1489 |