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BananaBlack
Resourceful Rider
2 months ago

Why would I ever move an e-bike?

I've been an active participant in the Bike Angels program for about a year now and have found it incredibly rewarding, especially when moving non-electric bikes. However, I've encountered a challeng...
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  • evpnyc's avatar
    evpnyc
    2 months ago

    If there are no classic bikes at a station and only e-bikes, then there is no cost to move the ebike.  The blue e-bikes need to be moved first, for the white e-bikes, I scan the QR code,  choose the classic mode (minimal e-bike power) and then it's free.  I have never selected the full e-bike mode but I believe that is not free.  

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BB442
Resourceful Rider
2 months ago

All I know is that in the DC area, if someone is on public benefits they can get a “Capital Bikeshare for All” membership that allows free e-bike rides.    So for these people it works out (can still get “gift cards.”) But I think in other cities the reduced-rate memberships still  have to pay for e-bike rides.  I guess  Bike angels can get credit to pay for e-bikes, that’s all?