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by datz 4869 days ago
I'll tell you what, we had a bike sharing program over at Davidson College, by the end of each semester those bikes were unridable. Be prepared for some heavy maintenance fees and liability issues.
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Thanks for the feedback. We've actually been operating our largest program for over a year now. Also, many new, specialized bicycles designed for bikeshare use now exist. We definitely don't want to use $100 Walmart bikes. We make sure the bicycles are up to certain standards for durability and rider comfort, and perform regular and as-needed maintenance.