Transportation Officials Announce Ban on Unsactioned Cyclists on NYC Marathon Course
City transportation officials have announced a ban on unsanctioned cyclists during the NYC Marathon to ensure safety and accessibility.
The New York City Department of Transportation announced that it is prohibiting unsanctioned cyclists from entering the New York City Marathon course on November 2.
According to the notice, street closures in the hours before the race are meant for emergency vehicles, crews setting up for the event, and medical tents.
Cyclists have used the 26.2 mile course to organize rides in the early morning hours before sunrise since at least the early 1990s, taking advantage of empty streets without cars and trucks.
In the city, there are rare opportunities for street takeovers, with the exception of sanctioned events like the Five Boro Bike Tour in May and Summer Streets in August.
No comment from cyclists was provided.
Author summary: NYC bans unsanctioned cycling.