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Bikes are available for quarter-long loans. They are checked out each quarter during the end of the second week. Borrowing a bike is completely free of charge in order to provide equal access to bicycling for students who express financial need, however, the recipient is responsible for replacement of any lost or stolen parts.
For Spring 2018, we will begin accepting applications on October 1st at 8am. Eligible applicants who apply first will be given priority and bike supply is limited, so apply as soon as you can!
If you have borrowed a bike from the Bike Library in a previous quarter, you may still apply again, but we give priority to new applicants! We're glad you loved the program and will do our best to accommodate or lend advice again!
If you get approved for a bike, you MUST attend a TAPS sponsored Bicycle Street Skills class.
Dates and times of the class for Spring Quarter are:
- Wednesday, October 10th from 5:30 to 8:00pm
- Thursday, October 11th from 5:30 to 8:00pm
APPLY HERE
Change from previous quarters:
Bikes will distributed on two days this quarter: 1) the morning of Saturday, April 14th from 10am-2:00pm, and 2) Monday, April 16th from 1-4pm. At the Street Skills class we will be assigning times for folks to show up at 10 minute intervals. Please arrive on time on Saturday or Monday, and we will be able to get everyone going with a bike quickly!
We look forward to reviewing your applications!
How to Apply for a bike:
Write a 500-700 word essay answering the following:
- Why you need a bike?
- What will you use the bike for?
- How will you contribute to the bike community?
After you write your essay, fill out the application Please submit an application as soon as you can for your best chance at receiving a bike. Our fleet is limited and as such has limited sizing. Your application will be evaluated based on your essay response. The essay is very important, so please address all three questions and meet the word requirement. You greatly improve your chances by putting time into your essay and thoroughly explaining your need for a bike. Please elaborate on your involvement with any clubs, organizations, or jobs, and why you need a bike.
If you have any questions, please email bikelibrary@ucsc.edu.
IMPORTANT: **We will not give out bikes that are sized incorrectly for any rider, for safety purposes.
