Houston B-cycle
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| Overview | |
|---|---|
| Locale | Houston |
| Transit type | Bicycle sharing system |
| Number of stations | 29 |
| Website | http://houston.bcycle.com |
| Operation | |
| Began operation | May, 2012 |
| Operator(s) | Houston Bike Share |
| Number of vehicles | 227 |
Houston B-cycle is a bicycle sharing system owned and operated by Houston Bike Share a non-profit organization. The program launched May 2012 with just 18 bikes at 3 stations. Houston B-cycle provides a quick and active transportation alternative for getting around the city with environmental and health benefits.[1] May 2013, Houston B-cycle expanded from 3 to 25 stations and 215 bikes. This made possible through a DOE grant which created a presence not only in Downtown, but also in the East End, Midtown, Houston, Montrose District, and the Houston Museum District with four of the stations located at key METRORail stops. In January 2013 a partnership with BlueCross BlueShield of Texas formed providing the bike share program with operational funding.[2] In September 2013 Coca-Cola Co.'s foundation contributed funds to open up its 29th station at Clayton Homes 1919 Runnels. The program aims to expand to 1,000 bikes at 100 stations by the end of 2017 with discussions and planning include the Texas Medical Center and local universities, as well as additional neighborhoods such as Houston Heights, Midtown, Houston and Montrose, Houston.
Memberships and Pricing
Houston B-cycle is a membership driven bike share system. Memberships are available by day, week or year. Memberships can be purchased at any B-cycle stations or online by using a credit card or debit card. Every annual member receives a B-cycle card in the mail that is used to unlock B-cycle bikes directly from the dock in a quick and simple process. Every membership allows each rider unlimited 60 minute trips during their respective membership. Before your 60 minute trip has ended simply dock the bike at any B-cycle station to renew another 60 minutes of ride time.
Annual Membership - $65
Weekly Membership (7-day) - $15
Daily Membership (24 Hr) - $5
Usage fees: $2 each additional 1/2 hour Avoid incurring usage fees by returning your bike to any B-cycle station within 60 minutes. Want to ride longer? Simply approach kiosk and re-check out a bike using the same credit card used to purchase the pass.
See also
- Citibike, in New York City
- Capital Bikeshare, in Washington, DC
- Barclays Cycle Hire, in London
- Nice Ride Minnesota, in Minneapolis and Saint Paul
External links
- http://houston.bcycle.com/ - Website
- https://www.facebook.com/HoustonBCycle - Facebook Page
- https://twitter.com/houstonbcycle - Twitter Page