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Those bikes cost money to rent, though. The Bay Area Bike Share costs $3 for a 30 minute rental. That's expensive compared to the Muni. The annual pass is a $12

by sidlls 9y ago

Those bikes cost money to rent, though. The Bay Area Bike Share costs $3 for a 30 minute rental. That's expensive compared to the Muni. The annual pass is a $124 fee. That's a steep one time fee for someone who's barely making ends meet. These folks who bike generally aren't renting bike shares. They're scavenging cheap used kids' bikes off Craigslist.

tbrock 9y ago
The muni pass costs $70/month. One year of bike costs less than 2 months of muni, not sure the cost argument holds up. If you are actually using it to commute, and not to hipster around town, it's very cheap. As another commenter pointed out they even have a program where you can get a yearly pass for $5 if you qualify. I simply can't see this as worse than not having it.
- sidlls 9y ago
  Sounds like you've never been poor. Often it's easier for a poor person to pay daily than to scrounge for a pass. They don't have $70 in the bank today, but they have enough to ride daily until their next payday.
  - tbrock 9y ago
    That makes sense but why would you be enraged about this if you were in that situation? It's not hurting anyone besides maybe car owners who aren't in the category you mention. I can't afford a lot of things but if having them available improves the life of others why bother complaining if it doesn't harm me.
Bluecobra 9y ago
I would think the poorest poor person can afford $5/year: https://help.fordgobike.com/hc/en-us/articles/115000247832-Tell-me-more-about-the-low-income-program- https://help.fordgobike.com/hc/en-us/articles/115000247832-T... "Bike Share for All provides a one-time $5 annual membership for qualifying residents. The program also includes a cash payment option for those who do not have a debit or credit card. Bike Share for All is available to Bay Area residents ages 18 and older who qualify for Calfresh, SFMTA (Low Income) Lifeline Passes or PG&E CARE utility discount."

by sidlls 9y ago

tbrock 9y ago

The muni pass costs $70/month. One year of bike costs less than 2 months of muni, not sure the cost argument holds up. If you are actually using it to commute, and not to hipster around town, it's very cheap. As another commenter pointed out they even have a program where you can get a yearly pass for $5 if you qualify. I simply can't see this as worse than not having it.

sidlls 9y ago
Sounds like you've never been poor. Often it's easier for a poor person to pay daily than to scrounge for a pass. They don't have $70 in the bank today, but they have enough to ride daily until their next payday.
- tbrock 9y ago
  That makes sense but why would you be enraged about this if you were in that situation? It's not hurting anyone besides maybe car owners who aren't in the category you mention. I can't afford a lot of things but if having them available improves the life of others why bother complaining if it doesn't harm me.

Bluecobra 9y ago

I would think the poorest poor person can afford $5/year: https://help.fordgobike.com/hc/en-us/articles/115000247832-Tell-me-more-about-the-low-income-program- https://help.fordgobike.com/hc/en-us/articles/115000247832-T... "Bike Share for All provides a one-time $5 annual membership for qualifying residents. The program also includes a cash payment option for those who do not have a debit or credit card. Bike Share for All is available to Bay Area residents ages 18 and older who qualify for Calfresh, SFMTA (Low Income) Lifeline Passes or PG&E CARE utility discount."