Bikeshare (rental)
Overview
Short-term (daily) eBike rental is available at Sherman Fairchild Library. The program is administered by the Caltech Library (not us). Visit the circulation desk at the front of Sherman Fairchild Library (SFL) during hours of operation.
Long-term (>2 months) commuter bike rental is available with us at the Caltech Bike Lab. The program is run by volunteers at the Caltech Bike Lab for Caltech visitors, students, faculty and staff to borrow bikes, helmets, and bike lights for a small fee. The bikes are basic, some old, and nothing fancy. Equipment availability is limited. Rentals period is 1 month minimum. Contact [email protected] with your height and rental start & end dates to check availability. Rental policy and fee details are below. Security deposit is generally $100-$150 and rental fee is $10/month with discounts for long-term rentals (>6 months). We accept cash only. Minimum rental period is 2 months due to low staffing.
Road bike We have one Specialized Allez Comp, frame size XL (for height 5'11"+) available for long-term rental. The rental fee is $50 per month, one month minimum, with additional discounts for rentals >3 months. Security deposit is $350. Short-term rentals are unavailable due to low staffing. Included are bike tools, spare tube, frame pump, saddle bag, SPD-SL or flat pedals, helmet and lock.
