Bike

Three Tufts Bikes Share program bikes in front of the Tisch Library Entrance
About

Tufts Bikes runs bike rentals for free to all with a Tufts ID, maintained by a team of volunteer student mechanics.  Bikes are Small, Medium, and Large.  Some have baskets on the rear rack.  All have mounts for lights on the handlebars.

Location
Tisch

Tufts ID holders can check out Tufts Bikes by visiting the Information and Circulation Desk. These items can be borrowed for 1 day at a time. Tufts members must sign a Tufts Bikes Agreement Form before they can loan. Keys, helmets, and lights must be returned to the Tisch Library Information and Circulation Desk.

Conditions of Use

  • Handle the equipment carefully
  • All bikes should be returned in the condition it was received.  If there is any damage, fill out a Damage Report when returning the key
  • All bikes must be returned to the Tufts Bikes Shed (in front of Tisch Library) or Tufts Bike Rack (in front of Campus Center) in their assigned slot
  • Equipment borrower assumes full responsibility for damage, loss or theft
  • One bike per person
  • You must be 18 or older
  • You must ride on pavement
  • You must wear a helmet (provided upon checkout).  If you have your own helmet, it must be shown at the desk
  • You must use lights at night
  • You must sign a waiver each academic year. Read the release here

Damage, loss or theft

  • If an item is damaged, lost or stolen, please contact tuftsbikeshare@gmail.com and someone will reach out to you to discuss appropriate actions
  • Please check for damage before you ride! Any damage found should be reported using a Damage Report or at the Library Information and Circulation Desk

Standard Fees for Missing or Damaged Items:

  • Normal Wear & Tear: $0
  • Frame: $400
  • Key or lock: $50
  • Seat: $100
  • Helmet: $75

If you have questions about the bike circulation, email tischfrontline@tufts.edu, call (617) 627-3347, or visit the Tisch Information and Circulation Desk.

If you have specific questions about the bikes, email tuftsbikeshare@gmail.com or DM @tuftsbikes on Instagram.