Pokes' Spokes Bike Library

Mission

The bike library’s mission is to encourage alternative means of transportation on the UW–Laramie campus and in the Laramie community. By providing a cost-effective and environmentally friendly incentive for people to commute by bicycle, the Pokes’ Spokes Bike Library cuts down on unnecessary car use while helping to create a bicycle culture in Laramie that supports a healthy lifestyle for all members of the community. This program was initially created by the Associated Students of the University of Wyoming (ASUW), and the UW cycling team.

Eligibility

University of Wyoming students have priority to rent bikes. Faculty and staff are eligible to rent after the second week of the semester if any bikes remain (please call or stop by to find out).

Price

$20 students, $50 faculty/staff per semester.
Rentals are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Anyone wishing to extend the check-out period can simply pay an additional semester fee to extend the rental. The cost pays for maintenance and repairs.

Damage and repair

Renters are responsible for repairs that are above and beyond normal wear and tear. The outdoor program will repair bikes with loose chains, bearings or mechanical issues; please bring the bike by and we will fix it at our earliest convenience.
For tire repair, broken or lost locks, damaged or missing seats or parts, you will need to take your bike to a bike shop or perform the maintenance yourself; we are not set-up as a retail bike shop to order items for you. Bikes returned to us with any of the above issues will be charged for labor and parts.

Estimated replacement value

$200
Bikes must be secured (but not charged) with a valid credit card number or check. If the equipment is not returned or is returned damaged, renters are responsible for the full retail replacement cost of all equipment regardless of the estimated replacement value.

Available bikes and accessories

The bike library offers two options of bikes: the Giant Simple Single Springer and the Atlas Industrial Cruiser, both models offer easy cruising around campus and town and come in both a men’s and women’s models. Helmets and locks come free with every rental.

Donate to the bike library

A donation of as little as $200 will purchase a new bike, helmet, and lock to add to the library for years to come. Donors who contribute $200 or more are encouraged to name the bike something of their choosing; either to honor someone, or a cause. To make a donation, please go here: https://uwsecureweb.uwyo.edu/giveonline/ and specify the "Outdoor Program Bike Library" in the "gift designation" area. In the "further instructions," you can specify a bike name or any other information to better assist you.