Bike and Bus
Transit Bike Lockers
As part of Winnipeg Transit’s bus stop upgrade program a pilot project is being conducted on bike lockers to gage demand for this type of service. The lockers are at two locations; St. Vital Shopping Centre (in the Transit bus bay) and at Osborne Junction (on the centre island).
Each locker can accommodate two bicycles. There is a partition in the middle of the locker that splits the locker into two compartments with each compartment having a private entrance.
To use the locker find an open side and put your bike inside. Use your bike lock to lock the locker. The locking mechanism can accommodate a “U-Style” lock as well as some cable/chain locks.
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Bike Racks on Buses
Bike & Bus Program… On the Roll Again from May 1 to October 31, 2009
Winnipeg cyclists can enjoy the convenience of biking and bussing with the return of Transit’s Bike & Bus Program on route Route 60 Pembina. There’s no cost to use the bike rack – simply pay your regular transit fare and enjoy the ride.
Sportsworks bike racks are installed on Route 60 Pembina buses. These buses provide service to the downtown and University of Manitoba areas. The bicycle racks accommodate two bikes per bus and are available on a first-come first-served basis.
Refer to the Loading and Unloading for instructions on how to properly secure your bike.
Travel Tips
- Load and unload your bike as quickly as possible.
- Avoid unsafe conditions that may cause the bus operator to refuse a cyclist transportation:
- A child seat or luggage carrier on a bike that interferes with visibility.
- A bike that doesn’t fit on a rack. Most bicycles can be accommodated on the bike racks, however some large or small bicycles may not fit.
- Always remember to remove your bike after you arrive at your destination. Note: new Bike & Bus Program riders often forget to remove their bikes.
Keep in Mind
- Cyclists are responsible for properly securing their bike.
- Always load and unload your bike from the front or curbside of the bus.
- For safety reasons, a bus operator cannot leave the bus to assist you but can provide verbal instruction upon request.
- For your convenience, instruction decals are conveniently located on the bicycle racks.
- Winnipeg Transit is not responsible for lost or stolen bicycles or for damages incurred or caused by bicycles.
Loading
- Before the bus arrives, prepare your bike for loading by removing any loose items, such as water bottle, pump, lock, etc.
- Indicate to the operator that you’ll be loading your bike.
Sportsworks Bike Rack
- If a rack is empty, hold your bike with one hand, squeeze rack handle to release latch, then lower.
- Lift bike onto rack, placing wheels into proper wheel slots.
- Raise support arm over front tire to secure bike.
- Use common courtesy: If someone wants to remove their bike, let them do so before loading your bike.
Unloading
- Before reaching your destination, inform the operator that you will be unloading your bike.
- Use front door to exit bus.
- Raise support arm off tire.
- Lift bike from rack (if rack is empty, fold up rack to lock position).
- Step away from bus and signal to the operator you are clear from the bus.