New Haven Independent

Paul Hammer rode the bike pictured above, with this flag and this sign, throughout the 90-minute ride.

Bikes were parked in numbers so big the scene looked like Amsterdam or Davis, California.

And a group of cyclists took advantage of all that smooth pavement for a rousing game of bike polo.

Matthew Feiner, proprietor of The Devil’s Gear, spent the evening behind the grill, flipping burgers, and refused all offers of relief. But he was enjoying himself.

BikeSummer is a roving celebration of all things bicycle, and is happening this year in New Haven, sponsored by Elm City Cycling. It features a whole bunch of bike-related activities, from guided tours during the International Festival to art exhibits to bike jamborees for kids. For more info, visit the group’s website.