Cycle the Erie Canal: Riders embark on annual 400-mile journey from Buffalo to Albany

Rochester, N.Y. — More than 500 cyclists are taking part in an incredible summer journey along the Erie Canal.

This week, the group is traveling the entire 400-mile route from Buffalo to Albany for the 26th annual Cycle the Erie Canal bike tour. Monday, we caught them passing through Genesee Valley Park ventured from Medina to Fairport.

LAST YEAR: Cyclists taking part in "Cycle the Canal" pass through Rochester area

Riders between the ages of 2 and 85 are experiencing the historic communities along the canal, enjoying the summertime weather in New York.

"Probably the most impressive (part) is the canal itself and the sheer beauty of it," said cyclist Mark Thompson of Virginia. "(Just) thinking about years ago, the number of people involved in constructing it, and how beautifully it's maintained."

Cyclists from 37 states are traveling 40 to 60 miles per day along the canal for the venture, which is set to be complete by next Monday.

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