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COOL Bicycles

We have 6 cruiser bicycles and one tricycle available!  You must have your student ID to be able to rent the bicycle (or tricycle).   Have fun!

Bicycles are located in front of the HUB and Memorial building from September to late October and then from April to late May. 

Cool Cruisers FAQs

What are the COOL Cruisers?
COOL Cruisers are a Recreation Program initiative designed to give you free and easy access to bicycle transportation on the University’s campus. 

What about helmets?
Helmets will be provided for you when you check-out a bike.  Even if you decide not to wear the helmet, it will still be given to you upon check-out.  It is your responsibility to return the helmet in the same condition that you received it in.

How much does it cost?
FREE to all students (must be current student with valid PSU ID that must be presented at time of renting out a bike)

Where do I pick up and drop off my sweet COOL Cruisers?
The bike rack in front of the HUB

Where do I go to sign a COOL Cruisers out?
The “Fitness Room” in the HUB

When can I check out a COOL Cruisers?
Monday through Friday 9AM to 5PM

How do I sign up for the program?
Just come into the “Fitness Room” and tell the employee behind the desk that you wish to rent one of the sweetest bikes on campus.  We will take care of things from there. Just remember to bring your valid PSU ID!

How long do I have to return the bike?
Your COOL Cruisers must be returned 48 hours later. 

How many bikes do you have? What are they like?
We currently have 6 cruiser-style bicycles with reinforced steel frames, thick tires, coaster brakes and a lock.

I saw a tricycle on campus. What is that about?
On top of the 6 cruisers, we do have 1 tricycle that can be rented out (same rules and regulations apply)

What happens if I lose the bike lock?
Tell our front desk worker immediately.  Unfortunately, you’ll be charged $25.00.

What happens if I turn a bicycle in late?
Late check-ins will incur a fine and suspension of rental privileges.

What happens if the bicycle I’m using is damaged under my care?
You are responsible to bring the bicycle to RHINO’s for the repair.  Make sure you call us before you bring the bicycle to them.  Depending upon the cause (negligence or not), type, and extent of damage done to the bike, you will be held liable for repair work.

What happens if the bike is lost or stolen under my care?
It is your responsibility to ensure that your COOL Cruisers makes it back to the bike rack safely. Therefore, we will have to ask you to recoup the cost of the bicycle if it is lost or stolen under your care.

I have a comment/suggestion/story about COOL Cruisers I’d like to share with PSU Recreation Programs. How do I go about doing that?
Please contact Jose Gonzalez at jhgonzalez@plymouth.edu with any comments, questions, or suggestions that you might have about the COOL Cruisers Program. If you’ve had a good (or bad) experience with the program, we want to know it!

I have a question that doesn’t appear in this FAQ section. Who should I contact?
Email Jose Gonzalez at jhgonzalez@plymouth.edu; you can expect a response within 48 hours. If you have an immediate or urgent need, please include your telephone number in the text of your email.