BUFFALO, N.Y. — The event that allows you to bike over the Buffalo Skyway returned on Sunday.
The classic SkyRide started at Outer Harbor through the GObike tunnel and on the grass that is used for concerts. Bikers then proceeded up and over the Skyway, turned around at Church Street, and then headed back over.
A new event this year was aimed at more serious bikers with a competitive spirit. A SkyRace was being introduced.
GoBike Buffalo offered a USA Cycling-sanctioned race that allowed people to zoom down the Skyway. The race kicked off at 7 a.m. before the SkyRide, which was scheduled to start at 8:45 a.m.
The day was capped off with a Lakeside Bike Bash from 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday for those 21 years or older who participated. Back at the concert venue, refreshments and music were available for the party.
Participants who were 21 or older received two tickets for refreshments in the welcome packet. Bash tickets will be on sale for $5 for people who didn't ride but still want to party.
The cost for the event before July 10 is $40 for adults over 21, $32 for GObike members over 21, $20 for youth 5-20 years old, $16 for GObike youth members, and free for kids 0-5 years old.
The cost for the event after July 10 is $50 for adults over 21, $40 for GObike members over 21, $25 for youth 5-20 years old, $21 for GObike youth members, and free for kids 0-5 years old.
To get more information about the event and to purchase tickets, visit the GObike Buffalo website.