Boris Bikes Archives

Boris Bikes

By comparison Paris got through 15,000 bikes in 18months+ here's how video

Barclays Cycle Hire Scheme open as other public transport options undergo festive shutdown

Distance is covered in a total of 2.5m individual hires

Paper analyses first 3 months' data, but casual use, more bikes and eastward expansion should give boost

First facility at a mainline station opens today, Network Rail hints more may be on the way

Rise in daily journeys expected as scheme extends to casual users, whether locals or visitors

But freezing temperatures likely to see fewer taking to two wheels

Prospect of sweat and perception of danger hinder scheme uptake by women

Anyone with Visa or MasterCard debit or credit card will be able to use capital's Boris Bikes

Hire bikes involved in 34 incidents during first two months of scheme's operation