Saxon Bike Hub
Location: Upper Floor of Davis Gym
bikelending@alfred.edu

Welcome to Alfred University - now go enjoy our great outdoors! The Bike Hub at Alfred University launched in the Fall of 2009 and is entirely run and staffed by students. 20 hybrid bikes are available for rental by students, faculty and staff, along with helmets and bike locks. You can also get your bike repaired and store your bike over the breaks, for a nominal fee.

Summer Hours...Opening May 20th- August 9th

Monday-Friday 12p-3p Closed Independence Day

Summer Rates:

(Bicycle, Lock and Helmet) $25.00 per week / 5days-$20.00/ 3 days-$12.00/ 1 day-$5.00

Hours during fall and spring (riding weather):
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday, 12:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday 11 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Winter Hours:
Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 1pm to 5pm , Friday 10am - noon
**We do not recommend renting during the winter, but it's a great time to have your bike tuned up. We also offer storage at a nominal fee.

Rental fees: $3 for 1 day, $8 per week, or $25 per month.

A bike lending agreement form will required by each lender to read and sign. You are welcome to fill it out in advance and bring it with you.

Want to work or volunteer at the Saxon Bike Hub? We are seeking work-study students to check out bikes and perform some light maintence (training provided); click here for the job description and application. Volunteers are also welcome! We hope to have lots of students who are interested in the program and want to see it succeed.

Bike Storage: We offer storage for the winter and summer breaks for $20 to students, which includes a FREE tune-up! Please stop in or email bikelending@alfred.edu for information.

Basic bicycle service: We offer free basic service to students. Parts are not included, and more detailed service is subject to fees. Email or stop by for information or an estimate.

Cycling Routes Around Alfred:
MapMyRun.com lists over 20 routes of various lengths and difficulty levels in the Alfred area.
Local cycling map from Alfredny.biz
Do you have any routes to share? We love photos, route descriptions and editorials! Please email us to share your favorite routes, and let us know if we can post them for others to enjoy.

Want to donate a bike? We are happy to accept used bikes in good condition. Donations are tax deductible and you will be mailed a gift receipt.

News about the Saxon Bike Hub:
Alfred University press release (June 2009)
Alfred Magazine Article (June 2009)
Fiat Lux Newspaper Article (May 2009)
Greening Your Library blog (July 2009)

The Saxon Bike Hub was created through the initiative of student co-founders, Senior Ian Cramer and Sophomore Jay Price, and was funded by AU Student Senate. Thanks also to The Bicycle Man, our local resource for great bikes and maintenance, and all the great faculty and staff who support the program.