""Brooklyn has an awesome bike network that allows people to get where they want to go," said Grace Stonecipher, PeopleForBikes' infrastructure analytics and research manager, as quoted in Brooklyn Paper. "There are a few different factors that lead to this, including low speed limits, the presence of a lot of bike infrastructure, including off-street paths and protected bike lanes specifically.""
"A key factor, as Stonecipher pointed out, is that Brooklyn is part of the country's largest bicycle network. New York City has 1,550 miles of bike lanes, paths, and greenways - and of the five boroughs, Brooklyn is home to the highest percentage. (Queens and Manhattan, ranked separately, also made the top ten list.) As the organization noted in its announcement, more than 25,000 Brooklynites commuted by bicycle in 2023, and a staggering 99% of New Yorkers live within 1 mile of the city's vast bike network."
"Another significant factor, as mentioned, is well-enforced speed limits for motorists. Throughout Brooklyn's residential areas, there's a speed limit of just 25 mph, which helps foster a safe environment for cyclists. And the more bikes that are out on the road, the better drivers are prepared to navigate with (and around) them."
PeopleForBikes named Brooklyn the most bikeable U.S. city in 2025, succeeding Minneapolis. Brooklyn benefits from extensive bicycle infrastructure, including off-street trails and a high proportion of New York City's 1,550 miles of bike lanes, paths, and greenways. More than 25,000 Brooklyn residents commuted by bicycle in 2023, and 99% of New Yorkers live within one mile of the network. Residential speed limits of 25 mph across Brooklyn create safer conditions for cyclists. Widespread cycling presence improves driver expectations and interactions on city streets. Queens and Manhattan also placed in the top ten.
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