Semester Bike Rentals

Kona Bike

The CU Bike Program rents out Kona Dew Plus hybrid bikes. These are great bikes for riding on campus, around town, or any of the nearby bike paths in Boulder!

Fall bike rentals will be from Wednesday, August 28th to Friday, August 30th, from 9 am to 5 pm.

Please use the sign-up below to secure your spot. A few reminders, a reservation does not guarantee a bike, and any missed appointments will result in being moved to the back of the line. We will not be overbooking this year.

You will find sign-ups here:

If you have any questions, please reach out below.

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Rental Conditions
  • A semester rental bike costs $50 per semester, with a $200 deposit. The deposit will be refunded on the final return of the bike in good condition.
  • A U-lock is included as part of the rental.
  • Helmets are not included. We recommend bringing yours or purchasing one from a local bike shop.
  • You'll need your 9 digit Student ID # and a Buff OneCard to rent a bike.
  • Credit/debit only. No cash or checks will be accepted.
  • Bikes are first come, first serve, with rentals usually taking place the first week of each semester (weather depending).
  • Bikes must be returned at the end of each semester. Even if re-renting for another semester, we need to see the bike and do basic maintenance before sending the bike out again.
  • A non-returned bike will reported to CU Police and the Office of Student Conduct.
  • Another great option, and now with electric bikes, is the BCycle bike sharing. Students recieve a free membership.
Returning Your Rental

If you are unable to cash a US issued check please e-mail semesterrental@colorado.edu to set-up an appointment

You will be contacted via email 2 weeks before your due date as a reminder. 

Once your bicycle has been returned, a Semester Bicycle Rental employee will assess any damages and deduct the appropriate amount from your deposit (if necessary). 

Your Deposit Return

Your deposit check will be mailed to the address you provide when you return the bicycle. Please allow up to 21 business days for processing. If you are unable to cash a check in USD, please email the Semester Rental team and you may be able to get your deposit returned in cash.