About Rutland E-bike Lending Library

 
“ They are easy, fun, and make you feel like a Free-range 5th Grader again.”
— Lending participant 2021 Season

The Rutland E-bike Lending Library consists of multiple e-bikes that are available for FREE multi-day loans from May to October, providing residents with access to borrow an e-bike. The goal is to provide residents with an opportunity to try an e-bike in their daily lives without financial commitment, and to allow residents to learn what the best type of e-bike is for them.

Our fleet has e-bikes at two locations: Rutland Recreation Community Center and Godnick Adult Center.

How it Works for Borrowers

  1. Head to the reservations page (See Below) to reserve your loan period.

  2. Choose the available dates (see each e-bike on the reservation page for details) and complete the form. You'll receive a confirmation email.

  3. Complete the waiver, onsite training, and demo ride.

  4. Have fun and enjoy a car-free life!

  5. Return the bike on the last day of your loan period at your selected time.

  6. Return the bike fully charged, with the exception of if you are riding your bike to your return.

Our fleet

To make reservations click the image of the bike or click the RESERVATIONS button.

Featured
RadCity Step Thru
RadCity Step Thru

The latest iteration of our sleek step-thru commuter bike comes with mounts on its frame for an optional wheel lock, a feature that makes the RadCity Step-Thru 3 even better for running quick errands than any previous model. Available for pick-up and drop-off at the Rutland Recreation Community Center.

Minimum Rider Height: 4’ 10”

Maximum Rider Height: 6’ 0”

RadMini Step-Thru
RadMini Step-Thru

The RadMini Step-Thru encompasses so much of our design philosophy: to make bikes that combine power with ease, convenience, and accessibility. With a streamlined throttle design and handlebars that have been upgraded for a more comfortable, ergonomic ride, we’ve taken that mindset to a whole new level. Available for pick-up and drop-off at the Godnick Adult Center.

Minimum Rider Height: 4'10"

Maximum Rider Height: 5'10"

RadRunner Plus
RadRunner Plus

The RadRunner Plus is a head-turning electric utility bike that comes fully loaded with an all-new collection of upgrades and accessories. If you’re craving a premium e-bike experience, this is the ride you’ve been waiting for. Available for pick-up and drop-off at the Rutland Recreation Community Center.

Minimum Rider Height: 4’ 11”

Maximum Rider Height: 6’ 2”

RadWagon
RadWagon

It’s the strongest and most versatile version of the RadWagon yet, featuring smaller, innovative new tires developed by our in-house team of expert engineers to achieve a lower center of gravity. Its patent-pending new frame design ensures multiple points of adjustability, including a telescopic seat post and easily maneuverable handlebars. Available for pick-up and drop-off at the Godnick Adult Center only.

Minimum Rider Height 5’2”

Maximum Rider Height 6’2”

Sponsors and Community Partners 2021-2022

If you are interested in becoming a sponsor please reach out to April Cioffi aprilc@rutlandrec.com or (802)773-1853.

Rutland Recreation’s E-Bike Fleet USER GUIDES & Resources

Free Consultations for Vermont Households & Businesses

Go! Vermont, our hard working and innovative state alternative transportation agency, has contracted with VBike to provide free bike consultations to Vermont households, families, businesses and even to bike shops. This is a groundbreaking program that is a first in the nation. VBike will help you to choose the e-bike, e-cargo bike and/or e-assist system that best fits your needs based on the type of terrain and distance you intend to ride, what you want to do with your bike, cargo-hauling needs and many other considerations.