Who does the Hub Cycle Program serve?

The Hub Cycle program promotes physical activity by allowing Spartanburg residents to borrow a bicycle, helmet and lock for three months ($15 deposit required). The program is funded by donations, partnerships and the generosity of the community. So far, Hub Cycle has received $16,253 in equipment and services through donations from people living in the area. Without this help the program would fall short in its mission to get the community active and healthy.

Hub Cycle continues to grow and over 260 people have already taken advantage of the Hub Cycle program. In a voluntary survey of bike borrowers, users said they rode their bikes for three main reasons: transportation, leisurely fun, and exercise. When asked what caused them not to ride, the resounding answers were “not enough time to ride,” or “not enough safe places to ride.” Their favorite thing about the Hub Cycle program was the length of the rental. Borrowers can rent bikes for three months at a time with the option to renew once.

Through the Hub Cycle program and other efforts, Partners for Active Living is working fervently to help the Spartanburg community understand the importance of making time for health and wellness. The organization is also pushing for more bicycle friendly enviornments, to insure there are no excuses for being inactive! Hub Cycle encourages anyone who wants to give cycling and living an active lifestyle a try to contact the organization