Here is an exciting opportunity to write your own cycling guidebook without having to take any financial risk, or worry about the logistics of layout, printing and distribution.

We are looking for an author to write Where to Ride New York which will become part of our Where to Ride cycling guide book series.

Where to Ride New York will be aimed at recreational cyclists, ranging from beginners to enthusiasts. It will contain 40-50 adult rides, each rated from one to five stars, according to their length and difficulty. The ride distances will range from approximately three miles to 50 miles. Wherever possible, the rides will include off road cycling paths, both paved and unpaved, and on road bicycle lanes. Where these do not exist, the rides will feature quiet roads, that are safe and pleasant to ride on. Some of the rides may suitable for recreational mountain bikers.

Each ride features accurate colour mapping and altitude profiles. The data files for these are generated by doing the rides with a Magellan GPS unit. This unit will be supplied to the author, along with user instructions and further technical support, if required.

We’re also hoping to include at least 25 ‘Kid’s Rides’. These are short, completely traffic free rides suitable for families with young children. Most of these rides will be within parks, and may be as short as a loop around playground.

You will need to have a good knowledge of cycling in and around New York, and will you will probably part of a cycling group or informal network of cyclists who can give you their opinions and feedback.

You need to have previous experience in both writing and photography.

Although there is plenty of scope for individual expression through your ride selection, words and pictures, you will also need to be comfortable with working to a pre-determined format, as this book will form part of a growing series of related titles.

If you are interested, or would like further information, please email Joanne Anstee joanne@bicyclingaustralia.com

Bicycling Australia’s founders, Phil and Catie Latz, will be visiting New York from December 11-16, to interview potential authors.