Frequently Asked Questions
Can Faculty and Staff use the bike share?
Yes! Anyone with a "carleton.edu" email address is welcome to use the bike share program. However, because this project is funded by CSA, it is aimed primarily at ensuring bike access for all Carleton students. We ask that faculty and staff be aware of this as they use the program, and in particular, ask that they not check-out bikes if there are only one or two available.
Other FAQs
- Why does the Zagster app list prices per hour if this is a free bike share?Carleton's bike share is unique in that it is run as a free program, rather...
- Can Faculty and Staff use the bike share?Yes! Anyone with a "carleton.edu" email address is welcome to use the bike share program....
- Do I need a credit/debit card to use a Zagster bike?Yes. The Zagster app requires a credit or debit card for late fees or other...
- How was this project funded?The Zagster bike share program was voted-on and approved by the student body in the...
- Why should I use a bike share instead of owning my own bike?While many members of the Carleton community prefer to buy one in Northfield or ship...
- What if my phone dies while I'm out on a ride?Don't worry! If your phone dies, or you have any other technical/mechanical issue, lock the...
- Something's wrong with my bike!Don't worry! If your phone dies, a bike won't unlatch, a bike needs repaired, or...
- Why do the Zagster signs talk about prices?Zagster typically runs paid-service bike share programs, and as such exclusively offer signs, apps, and...
- Wait, where were the bikes again?There are currently two stations on campus; Recreation Center and in between Sayles and Willis....
- How much does it cost to ride a Zagster bike?The bike-share is a free service (up to four hours) for Carleton College students, faculty,...
- Where can I take a ride-share bike?Anywhere! As long as you return the bike within the four hour rental period; go...