A bicycle of your own: buy, rent or share

Owning your own bicycle is an important step towards getting around independently and sustainably. Yet this does not come naturally to everyone. On this knowledge base page, we bring together initiatives, tips and support to help (novice) cyclists find a suitable bicycle. Think of lending systems, bicycle repair, second-hand options and local partnerships. Together, we lower thresholds and make cycling accessible to everyone, regardless of background or financial situation.

Why help participants get their own bikes?

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Having your own bike increases participants' independence, confidence and mobility. Find out why bicycle ownership is a key factor in sustainable behaviour.

Local cycling offer

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To help participants buy a bike, explore the local offerings. Find out where to go for an affordable bike here.

Bicycle Ownership Workshop presentation

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Organise a workshop around bike ownership. Inform participants about the options around buying, renting or sharing. Use our sample presentation as a starting point.

Buying tips and completion form

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Is a participant going to look for a second-hand bike? Give buying tips and use our fill-in form to determine which bike he or she needs.

Mandatory bike parts

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To ride a bicycle on the street, it must have a number of mandatory parts. Here you can find them all in a handy overview.

Wenbikes

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At the end of the lessons, offer participants a wishing bike, which they can borrow temporarily and buy afterwards if necessary. That way you put them on the road immediately.

Loan of bikes

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Do you temporarily make hire bikes available to your participants? Then work with a loan contract. Use our template.

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Volunteers

Volunteers make your cycling initiative run. How do you recruit them? How do you welcome and frame them? And what tasks can they all take on? You will find out here.

Teach cycling

From keeping balance to giving way: a cycling lesson covers all kinds of aspects. Learn how to give successful cycling lessons here.

Cycling on the street with novice cyclists

How do you guide a group of novice cyclists safely down the street? Read our guide and checklists.

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