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The Iowa City Bike Library checks out bikes to the public in an effort to put more people on bikes and reduce auto traffic congestion. The main goals of the Bike Library are to:

  • Put more people on bicycles
  • Expand transportation options
  • Reduce auto traffic congestion
  • Provide the general health benefits that accompany cycling
  • Create a hub for bike advocacy
Bikes are available to check out for six-month periods. Deposits vary based upon the type and condition of the bike. If you return the bike within 6 months, your deposit is returned minus damages beyond normal wear. 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.


Headlines From Iowa City Bike LibraryFeed

Bruce to the bike wheel thief. 08-16-2008
Bruce to the bike wheel thief spectators. 08-16-2008
Local boy does good 08-14-2008
Jason McCartney once again shows style and grace on a bicycle in this New York Times article. Yeah, sure, he can race with best, but he can also commute with the average. (And, to me, the average is far more exciting!)
Bike Commuters' Roadside Breakfast 07-27-2008
The bike commuter breakfast is back!  Stop by this Friday, August 1, between 7:30 and 9:30 a.m. for some fresh coffee, fruit, and baked goods (vegan-friendly options available).  Rain or shine--we'll be there!
Plan-B 07-23-2008
Hey y'all, Thanks for putting up those photos I sent.  Plan-B is a great model of yet another kind of bike project, and I encourage a visit to the shop for anyone who finds themselves in the New Orleans area.  Or, of course, there's the website:  http://bikeproject.org. […]
Cargo Bike Pilot Profile - Val Kleitz 07-19-2008
Check out this fine interview from Cargo-Bike.Feel the power!!
Zach in New Orleans 07-11-2008
A few days ago we received a letter from our field correspondent, Zach. Last fall he hit the road on a bicycle adventure. He landed in New Orleans and decided to spend a little time there. This is a glimpse into the two-wheeled world he inhabits now...The mighty 2x1!! […]
Old BL Video 07-10-2008
Here's a blast from the past!... fall of 2006, if I remember correctly. Thanks to Jack Brooks for creating the video.Iowa City Bike Library
miracle on two wheels, indeed 07-07-2008
I don't even know if I should post this because I like that this blog is mostly a place about the cool things people are able to do WITH their bicycles.  But, eh, I guess it's good to know exactly what kind of morons are out there.  In public office, no less. Really, […]
Obama For Bicycle? 06-15-2008
Obama Pledges Funding for Cycling CHICAGO, IL (BRAIN)â€"Barack Obama, in a private 20-minute meeting with members of the Bikes Belong board of directors, told them if he were elected president he would increase funding for cycling and pedestrian […]