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Riding Bloomington Transit has never been easier! Now
you can bike to the nearest BT bus stop and BT will pick you up with your
bike. Bike racks are now available on all BT buses. Each bike rack holds up
to two bikes at a time. Bike racks are easy to use, requiring just 10
seconds or less for loading and unloading. Most bikes (including children's
bikes) will fit on the rack. And best of all, there is no additional charge
and no special permit required. To use the BT bike racks, simply follow the
easy instructions shown below.
Note: simplified instructions are also located on the bike racks.
How To Load Your Bike
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Prepare your bike for loading. Remove water bottles,
pumps and other loose items that could fall off while the bus is in
motion.
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Inform the bus driver that you will be loading your
bike. Do not assume the driver sees you. You must load your bike from the
curb or in front of the bus. Do not step into passing traffic to load
your bike
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Squeeze handle to release latch, then fold down the
bike rack. You only need to use one hand to unlatch and pull the bike
rack down, so you can hold your bike with the other hand. It is not
necessary to lean your bike against the bus.
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Lift your bike onto the bike rack, fitting wheels into
proper wheel slots. Each wheel slot is clearly labeled, identifying the
front and back wheel location.
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Raise the support arm over the front tire. It needs to
be raised so that the hook rests at the highest point on the front wheel,
but not on the fender or frame.
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Board the bus and enjoy the ride! Choose a seat near
the front of the bus to keep an eye on your bike. DON'T FORGET THAT
YOU HAVE A BIKE WITH YOU WHEN YOU GET OFF AT YOUR STOP! New riders
sometimes do.
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How To Unload Your Bike
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As you depart the bus, inform the bus driver that you
will be unloading your bike. Use the front door to exit the bus. Unload
you bike from the curbside, KEEP A SAFE LOOKOUT FOR TRAFFIC PASSING
THE BUS.
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Raise the support arm off the tire and lower it to the
stowed position.
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Lift your bike out of the bike rack.
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While holding your bike in one hand, squeeze the
release handle and lift the rack back to the stowed position. The bike
rack will lock in place.
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Step toward the curb with your bike when moving away
from the bus. Wait for the bus to leave before you safely enter traffic
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Bike 'n' Ride Safety Tips
The racks are available on a first come, first served basis. If the rack
is full when the bus arrives at your stop, you will have to wait for the
next bus to arrive. Bikes cannot be brought inside the bus.
For safety and security reasons, the driver cannot help you. You must be
able to load your bike unassisted or have someone with you to help
you.
Do not use personal locks and/or chains to secure your bicycle to the
bike rack.
Bloomington Transit is not responsible for personal injury, property
damage, or property loss arising from the use of this equipment. Use at
your own risk. Keep an eye on your bike while its on the bike rack.
It is your responsibility to review this information and understand the
proper procedures for using the "Bike 'n' Ride with BT" service.
If you have any questions or desire additional information regarding this
service, please contact us at (812) 336-RIDE.
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