----What kinds of bikes do you have?
We have a mountain-style bike with fat, smooth tires for fast rolling and no punctures. All bikes come with racks. You can borrow a pannier (bags which can be attached to a bike rack) if you'd like to do grocery shopping or bring things along for a day trip. Helmets are available (and encouraged) for all riders.
----How long do I get to keep a bike?
All equipment checked out must be returned prior to the Campus Recreation Center closing the day you borrow the bike. There is a $20/Day late fee for anything returned late. All fines must be paid before you can borrow again.
. Anyone not returning a bike will be charged a $800 replacement fee. A hold will be placed on the borrowers university account and he or she will not be allowed to register for classes without paying the replacement fee.
----What happens if there's a problem with my bike?
Mechanics from UML perform weekly tune-ups on our fleet. They're able to take care of most problems. If a bike is significantly damaged while you are riding it, we may ask you to help cover the cost of repairs (you agree to this in the Reccycles waiver).
----What should I do if a bike is stolen while it's checked out to me?
Return the key to the Rec. center and inform the staff member on duty that the bike was stolen. You will also have to file reports with UML security and the Lowell Police Department.
----I already have a bike. Does Rec-cycles offer any services I can take advantage of?
On this site, we offer an Area Map .
----Can you offer any safety tips?
- Wear a helmet. Most serious bicycle injuries involve head injuries which might have been avoided if the rider had worn a helmet. Wear one that fits and which meets the latest certification standards.
- Be visible. Brightly colored clothing and lights are your best friends when riding in traffic. Riding at night is inherently dangerous and unadvisable. Ride as if invisible even with lights and reflectors.
- Be predictable. Motorists are watching for other motorists and pedestrians, not quick moving bicycles. Ride where you'll be seen and accounted for. Counter to intuition sidewalks are often the most dangerous places to ride due to the number of intersections with driveways and streets.
- Share the road. Remember that legally you are like a motor vehicle and must obey the same laws as a motorist. Ride with traffic and use hand signals.
- Carry a cell phone or change in case of emergencies.