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Bike Library

The Watershed Bike Library contains a fleet of specialist cargo bikes and trailers to allow cyclists to carry things that might otherwise require a car - from shopping, to kids, household items and more.

The fleet

Gazelle Cabby cargo bike

Gazelle Cabby cargo bike

  • A large capacity bike perfect for hauling kids and shopping
  • The Cubby tub seats two children with seatbelts and has maximum load of 75kg

 

Xtracycle Radish cargo bike

Xtracycle Radish cargo bike

  • A highly versatile cargo bike
  • The Xtracycle has a long wheel base, a large wooden platform behind the seat, and super size panniers
  • Not suitable for transporting children

 

General purpose utility trailer

General purpose utility trailer

  • Connects to most standard bicycles
  • Perfect for carrying shopping and heavier loads
  • Not suitable for transporting children

 

Pacific kiddie trailer

Gazelle Cabby cargo bike

  • A child bike trailer equipped with seats and seatbelts to carry one or two children
  • Mesh front screen and fold up rain cover
  • Maximum load of 36kg

 

Bikes are borrowed from and returned to:

The Watershed
218 King St, Newtown NSW 2042

Opening hours:
Tuesday to Saturday from 10am - 4pm and Thursdays from 10am - 7pm

Telephone: 9519 6366

Fee schedule
Membership (residents of City of Sydney and Marrickville council areas) $10.00
Membership (non-residents of City of Sydney and Marrickville council areas) $20.00
Short loan – first three hours FREE
Day loan – up to 24 hours $10.00
Weekend loan $20.00
Refundable deposit: $250 or Drivers Licence  

Please refer to the Rules and Guidelines of Bike Library membership and use. ID and proof of address is required when joining the library.

Downloads

FREE cycling courses

To encourage people to take up cycling as a safe, sustainable and convenient transport option, the City offers a series of FREE courses that teach low-risk and responsible riding.
Click for more information.

Cycling safety

To reduce the risk of accidents, all road users need to be aware of new road conditions and be considerate to each other.

For more information on cycling safely please visit our
Safety and Education page.

Support Sydney Cycleways

Cycling is a convenient, sustainable and enjoyable way to get around Sydney. The City of Sydney has begun construction of a high quality network of cycle paths and lanes that will make cycling a relaxed, safe, mainstream transport option for adults and children. Visit sydneycycleways.net for more information.

You can also become a fan of Sydney's Cycleways on Facebook. It's another great way of showing your support for better cycling infrastructure in Sydney. The City's cycling Facebook page is at: facebook.com/sydneycycleways

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Last Updated: Wednesday 28 September, 2011

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