This past Friday was potentially one of the most historic rides in New York City's Critical Mass history. The ride took place two days before new parade rules go into effect in NYC. The new rules stipulate that 50 pedestrians, bicyclists, or motor vehicles proceeding for more than two blocks as an organized group are considered a "parade" and as such must obtain a permit. Without a permit the group is subject to arrest at the discretion of the NYPD.

This rule is directly targeted at Critical mass which the NYPD has been attempting to squelch since the 2004 Republican National Convention. If this rule remains unchallenged March's ride will the first Critical Mass ride in 15 years that could be technically illegal.

All other Critical Mass rides have been legal. A stance upheld by the courts.

This video is a raw, quickly edited looked at the ride as narrated by myself.

If you took video of the ride, upload it to blip.tv, youtube (or wherever) and crosspost it here!