![]() ![]() The MBTA has installed cages for more secure bike parking at several commuter rail and subway stations, so you can bike to the station instead of driving or using additional transit services – visit their site for all the locations and to register your CharlieCard for free access to these bike cages.īikes on the T – why leave your bike behind if you could take it with you? The MBTA allows cyclists to bring bikes on the subway and commuter rail outside of peak travel time (except the Green Line) folding bikes are allowed anytime when they are folded up. Pedal & Park – rather than drive and bike, you can bike and take transit. Check out the map of Park&Pedal locations, and let us know how we can help you figure out a good plan. Some Park&Pedal lots are even located near Hubway stations so you don’t have to bring your own bike. Park&Pedal – a great program that identifies Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) locations where you can park your car – for FREE – and then bike (or walk or run) the remaining few miles to your office. Think you have to fully commit to bicycling, walking, running or taking transit for your commute? You might get the best of all worlds by combining your options into multi-modal travel. We also offer a 1-credit “Urban Bicycling” class every fall through FitRec! Combine Your Options Bike Safety Classesįor tips on safe cycling in the city, maintaining your bike, becoming a year-round bike commuters, or learning to fix a flat tire, check our website for classes throughout the year, and let us know if there is a particular topic you’d like us to cover. Tell us where your commute begins and ends, and we can provide suggestions on routes that involve less or no vehicle traffic. ![]() If you think your only option is to bike on busy main streets, you may be very surprised to learn about alternatives. If you need to build up to a bike commute, check out the supportive Employee Wellness programs offered by FitRec you might find a workshop or training program that will help address your concerns. You can use Bluebikes for the entire trip or pick up a bike near your transit stop. Discounted Bluebikes membershipsīoston University students, faculty, and staff are eligible for a discounted annual Bluebikes membership of only $60 (normally $109)– this allows you unlimited free rides (up to 45 minutes), and with over 3,000 bikes throughout Arlington, Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Chelsea, Everett, Newton, Revere, Somerville, and Watertown this can be a great addition to your commute or bike to meetings. Just stop by our office at 1019 Commonwealth Ave, Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm. We want you to be safe! Free helmets, lights, and bells are available to anyone who incorporates bicycling into their commute to BU. When you need some air in your tires or minor DIY maintenance, stop by one of our pumps or repair stations: LocationĬenter for Computing & Data Sciences Bike Shelter 200 Riverway (Fenway Campus) – second floorĭon’t forget, you can also use the showers at FitRec if you are a member! Tire Pumps and Repair Stations.Center for Computing & Data Sciences, 665 Commonwealth Ave – basement level.Yawkey Student Center, 100 Bay State Road – basement level near Facilities.Howard Thurman Center, 808 Commonwealth Ave – second floor.25 Buick Street – first floor near Accounts Payable department. ![]() Track and Tennis Center, 100 Ashford Street – locker rooms are to the left when you enter – show your BU ID and let the attendant know you are a bike/walk/run commuter.Want to bike, walk or run to BU but worried about getting sweaty on the way? No problem! BU employees have access to free showers at several locations on campus: We can help you identify other options based on your destination. Sheltered bike parking can be found at: Name Residents of the following dorms have automatic access to resident-only bike rooms located in their building: Name Request access to one of the following secure bike rooms: Name There are around 2,400 bike parking spaces all over campus which you can find on BU Maps. If you bring your own bike to campus, you need to know where to park it. Let us know if we’re missing something! Bike Parking No matter what, we have resources to support you. You might be able to bike the whole way to work, part of the way, or to get to meetings. ![]()
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