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| Bike Checkout
Overview Visit our 408 E College Street location and find a bike you like that fits you. We can help you choose one. You can then check out the bike for 6 months with a deposit. |
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| Deposits Deposits vary based upon the type and condition of the bike. The general range for deposits are listed below. There will be exceptions (higher or lower deposits) in each category, however, the range captures most of the bicycles we check out. |
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| Returning the Bike If you return the bike within 6 months, we will return your deposit minus damages beyond normal wear. A check will be sent to you at the address you provide. This takes one to two weeks. |
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| Keeping the Bike If you decide to keep the bike, the Bike Library automatically keeps your deposit after the 6-month due date, and that money is used to purchase parts and equipment to keep this community bike project operating. |
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| Helmets Helmets are available for $5 with checkout. |
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| Maintenance and Repairs During the 6-month checkout period labor is free on adjustments and minor repairs. You are responsible for the cost of any necessary replacement parts, and we offer these at discounted prices during the checkout period. We recommend visiting a local bike shop for repairs on bikes past the 6-month due date or for parts and accessories not available at the Bike Library. |
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| Bike Checkout on Saturday morning |
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| Rental Bench on Saturday afternoon |
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The Iowa City Bike Library is
a project of Environmental Advocates, a part of the Iowa Shares network |
| Special thanks to the City of Iowa City for providing space for the Bike Library since 2005 | ||
| contact: icbikelibrary (at) gmail (dot) com |