19 Dec Austin B-cycle launches Saturday, December 21

New bike share program offers fast, easy way to unlock the city Austin B-cycle launches Saturday, December 21 Austin is known as a bike friendly town, but cycling in the Capital City is about to be taken to a new level with the introduction of bike share with Austin B-cycle.

Launching with 11 walk-up stations in the downtown area this Saturday, December 21 and with 29 more stations coming on-line by March, Austin B-cycle offers on-demand access to a fleet of over 300 red cruiser bikes, 24/7.

“We help you unlock the city that you love, so you can get the most out of it while burning some calories along the way,” said Elliott McFadden, Executive Director of Austin B-cycle.

Those wanting to access the system can buy a day pass for $8 or an annual membership for $80, a great value at 22¢/day. Pass holders and members can check out bikes as often as they wish, and there is never a charge first 30 minutes of each trip. Annual member also get faster check outs with a member card and an online calorie counter to keep track of your trips.

“Parking and traffic are a hassle,” McFadden continued. “Whether you are working downtown and want to expand your lunch choices or out with friends hopping from club to club, Austin B-cycle is a fast, easy, green way to get around downtown, giving
you the freedom to go where you want and enjoy Austin.”

The system will launch with a dedication celebration Saturday, December 21 at 9 AM at the 11th & Congress State Parking Lot followed by a ride to distribute the bikes to their stations.  Bikes will then be available for check out to the public with special $1 day pass pricing through New Year’s Day with the code 123113 at the station kiosk.

Membership and station locations are available at http://Austin.Bcycle.com or follow on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/austinbcycle or Twitter at @AustinBcycle.