A self-serve network of public use bicycles and docking stations. Users pick up and return bikes, at will, for a small fee, to strategically located stations around a city. Where in the world? Denver, Colorado; Washington D.C.; Montreal, Quebec; Barcelona, Spain; Paris, France... and more. Success stories are proving the popularity and viability of this next-generation transporation concept that is changing thoughts and actions worldwide. Next Station? Grand Rapids, Michigan.

The Midwests first bike-share program

• Reinforces Grand Rapids as a community that is vibrant, liveable, healthy, economically diverse and culturally diverse.
• Augments public transportation, moving people between destinations after they step off traditional public transportation.
• Provides convenient links between urban residential, retail, entertainment and recreation venues from one neighborhood to the next.
• Encourages residents and visitors to explore destinations and promotes spending within Grand Rapids’ urban core and neighborhoods. Restaurants Specialty Shops Galleries Parks Recreation Museums
• Promotes Grand Rapids as a bikeable city, with a green vision, backed by action, supporting application to become a nationally accredited bike friendly city.
• Invites use by everyone: people with places to go and people to see.