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PHOTOS: Riders Cross Finish Line at Bike to the Beach

Ride from downtown Manhattan to Westhampton Beach raises money for autism awareness.

The blue, white and yellow balloon arch marked the finish line of the on Friday, a 103-mile ride that started in downtown Manhattan, ran through several South Shore towns and ended at the in Westhampton Beach.

More than 80 registrants participated in the ride, which had in Nassau County and .

Unfortunately the ride ended up an hour behind schedule after Frank Wilson, volunteer and ride leader, was hit by a car early in the ride. Wilson's leg was broken in the accident, and he was hospitalized.

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Riders, admittedly stiff-legged after the long ride, were met in Westhampton with cold drinks and snacks from several vendors, including Patch, and were later treated to food and live music on the scenic Dune Deck.


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