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Yesterday campus was filling up with eager new and returning students, and now, in a blink, midterms! If you're starting to feel a little crispy around the edges, now is a great time to take a study break and give your bike some TLC before heading home for the holiday. Sometimes the weather turns suddenly […]
Happy fall from the BUCK! Its been so busy here! I say that every time, but it just keeps getting busier, which means more friends are riding bikes, and more importantly, learning how to repair them! In fact, it's so busy, if you haven't noticed, we have expanded hours! Starting in October the BUCK will […]
Happy Move In, friends!! We're so glad you're here. If you or your bike or scooter are new here, bring your wheels on by for a safety check. We'll get you registered for bike room access and ensure you have a prescription for any work you might need. Your bike must be here to register. Got […]
Happy Juneteenth and happy Solstice, friends! This summer has been much busier so far than imagined. You all listened when we suggested that you bring your in-depth projects. We've been doing dual tire swaps, rebuilding bottom brackets, and overhauling drivetrains left and right. So much so that your fearless PQ needs a little break. To […]
Tomorrow, Friday May 23rd is the last day to park at Warren Towers Bike Room. Due to construction, there will unfortunately be a gap in parking availability at Warren. Folks may park instead in the bike shelter at the corner of Cummington Mall, or in nearby CCDS. All remaining bike room access expires May 31st! […]
Winter, which felt 1000 years long, is finally over, and exam season is here. While Saturdays have been pretty consistently rainy, the rest of the week has been gorgeous. If you haven't taken your bike out since Thanksgiving, swing by the BUCK to lube your chain and air your tires, so you can make the […]
Just like that, it's bike riding weather! If you haven't yet, swing by the BUCK to clean and lubricate your chain, pump up your tires, and just generally look at your bike if it's been parked all winter. Expect April to be on the rainy side, so come see us for help installing fenders or […]
While we got our first glimpses of above-freezing temps over the weekend, and everyone is counting down the days until Spring Break, somehow, I can still see my breath this morning. And yet, despite the long, cold, dark weeks, and snow and ice turning bike lanes treacherous, you've all been out in force! This is […]