RhodyBIKES Program

Whether you’re cruising around campus or exploring beyond it, our free bike program for students makes it easy to get moving with confidence. The on-campus path connects directly to the William C. O’Neill (South County) Bike Path, giving you a scenic route from the Kingston Campus to Kingston Station, Peace Dale, Wakefield, and even Narragansett.

RhodyBIKES Information
All bikes can be reserved up to one day in advance and are on a first come first serve basis. Rentals are available and FREE for all current matriculating (paying Student Activity Fee) URI students. Bikes can be picked up and returned at the Mackal Field House and must be returned the same day an hour before Mackal closes. Each rental includes the bike, a helmet, and a u-lock. Riders are expected to return bikes and equipment in good condition, as damage or late returns may result in suspension of privileges or a fee. Helmets are required while riding on campus or public roads, and all users are expected to follow bike path and traffic regulations. For additional details, including bike path maps and full program policies, see the information at the bottom of this page.

How to Reserve a Bike

  • To reserve a bike, call (401) 874-5926 or visit the Customer Service Center at Mackal Field House during operating hours.
  • Bike reservations start one hour after the facility opens, and for safety reasons, all bikes must be returned before dark, with return times varying seasonally based on daylight hours.
  • Students are only able to reserve one bike under their name at one time.
  • A waiver must be signed at the time of your first bike reservation and is valid for one year.
  • A key will be provided to unlock the U-lock that is attached to the bike.
  • A Campus Recreation employee will complete a physical bike inspection, review safety requirements and program policies, and assist with adjusting the bike to ensure a proper fit, prior to leaving.
  • You will also be required to provide a signature for each ride, confirming that you agree to follow all program policies and traffic laws.

Returning Your Bike

  • Return the bike to the Mackal Field House Customer Service Center.
  • A Campus Recreation employee will complete a post-ride inspection to ensure the bike and equipment are in proper condition.
    Note: Bikes returned late or with damage may result in a replacement fee or temporary suspension of bike privileges in accordance with program policies.

Bike Safety & Regulations

Before you ride, know the rules of the road. Explore safety tips, hand signals, and regulations that keep Rhody students safe on and off campus.

Bike Safety & Regulations

Bike Paths

Explore the William C. O’Neill Bike Path and URI’s 2-mile connector offering direct access to campus, Kingston Station, and the shoreline.

Learn about Accessible Bike Paths

Program Policies & Regulations

  • All currently enrolled, fee-paying URI students are eligible to check out a bike.
  • A waiver of liability and acknowledgment of the Bike Share Policies must be signed in person at the Mackal Field House Customer Service Center before your first checkout.
  • Waivers remain valid for one academic year from the date of signing.

Rental Conditions

  • Rentals are free of charge for eligible students.
  • Bikes are available on a first-come, first-served basis and may be reserved up to one day in advance.
  • Each rental includes a bike, helmet, key, and U-lock.
  • Bikes must be returned the same day, before dusk or at least one hour before Mackal Field House closes (whichever comes first).
  • Late returns, missing equipment, or damage may result in suspension of privileges or a repair/replacement fee.
  • Bikes will not be checked out during inclement weather (e.g. rain, snow, high winds, etc). If you are in the middle of a reservation and inclement weather begins, please prioritize your safety and securely lock the bike.

Use & Conduct

  • Riders must comply with all university, municipal, and state traffic laws.
  • Bikes are for individual recreational or commuter use only and may not be used for commercial or group activities.
  • Riders are expected to treat bikes and equipment responsibly and report any maintenance issues upon return.
  • Campus Recreation reserves the right to deny or suspend access for misuse or repeated violations of program policies.
  • Bikes will not be checked out during inclement weather (e.g. rain, snow, high winds, etc). If you are in the middle of a reservation and inclement weather begins, please prioritize your safety and securely lock the bike.