How to Rent a Citi Bike in New York City + Tour of Gantry Park (Long Island City, Queens)

[@UrbanCaffeine]

Updated Citi Bike video for 2022: kzbin.info/www/bejne/eYCQmGmKarSgnbs

[@richt.4900]

Thank you for taking the time to show everyone about cycling in NYC. 🤗🍻😉

[@UrbanCaffeine]

You bet! Thank you for always watching my videos.

[@osagiee.guobadia-secondytc4624]

I never ride a citi bike before. Since you ride the citi bike today, I thank you for uploading it on KZbin to see. 😀

[@Lisa_Evers]

1) what is the 'tension adjuster' you refer to on the handlebar...tension for what? 2) have others found the seat height hard to adjust? I will almost definitely need to adjust the seat height, as I am 5'2". Also, do other people in the range of 5'2" find that the handlebars are too high for them, in relation to the seat height? 3) is there a way to know in advance, if you use the Lyft app, how many bikes are currently available at the location where you want to pick up your bike? And on the tail end, is there a way to see how many Empty slots are currently available, at the location where you want to Drop Off your bike? 4) thanks for tip that you want to see green light when you dock your bike, to ensure that the system now shows your bike as 'returned' (not still charging you $). But what if I forget about that fact....can I check my Lyft app, and should I see something that shows my Citibike rental as Completed or Closed? Unless the docking station specifically says on it 'Wait for Green light to appear after you've docked your bike' (or something along those lines) I may have no idea ...I might forget...that I want to see the Green light come on. 5) Have those who regularly use these bikes found that they seem to be well-maintained.... gears are oiled, tires regularly filled, screws tightened, etc? 6) I saw another video that suggested these bikes are 'heavy'. Are they really quite a bit heavier than a standard bike, and if so, I wonder what makes them heavier? 7) Let's say I rent a Citibike and my destination doesn't really have a Citibike kiosk anywhere nearby. Is there anything to prevent me from stopping at my destination (say to meet a friend for lunch).... I lock up my Citibike with a chain that I brought with me...and then afterwards I ride my Citibike back to either the original kiosk where I rented it, or some other kiosk? Sure, I realize I'll be charged for the entire time I had the bike, but I'm thinking that there COULD be a time when depending on where I want to go, there are simply no Citibike kiosks nearby. Anyway, thanks for this helpful video, as I have been considering trying out Citibike, but had no clue where to start.

[@Gary_Sherman]

A few answers to your questions. The tension adjuster is kinda like a gear shifter. On the lowest setting, you'll be in low gear (easy to pedal, good for hills, low speed), and opposite for the highest setting. Regarding seeing how many bikes are available, I just use Google maps. If you search citi bikes, it just tells you how many are open nearby.

[@willyG503]

I dint understand the pricing for the E bike! U should have explained better..

[@42luke93]

I tried renting one and it would not work either. Kept denying me acess. Only manual ones worked.

[@luisreviews6412]

Really enjoy your channel, just the information I am looking for. My wife and I thank you!

[@UrbanCaffeine]

That's great to hear 😊 Thank you!

[@naypomjack6459]

Yo! You were struggling to adjust that seat. You gotta eat your spinach in the morning. Hahaha

[@WilkieJoissaint]

Just subscribed. Great content. Quick question(s): How fast the E-Bikes can go? When you purchase either the 179 or 199 annual fee does it includes the Ebikes? The 199 fee covers all states? Thanks!

[@UrbanCaffeine]

Thanks for subscribing! I'm honestly not sure about annual memberships as I don't ride that often. And I only ride the manual bikes since I don't run into e-bikes that often.

[@d_irex4357]

dont they get stolen when the bikes are unlocked?

[@42luke93]

I tried renting the electric one and it would not work for either of the ones on the rack. Why is that?

[@TripHacksDC]

This is my favorite way of getting around. Awesome tutorial!

[@UrbanCaffeine]

Glad to hear it! Thanks!

[@JESUSCHRISTSAVES_]

Question ? Let’s say you have 10$ in your debt card. And you use the normal Citi bike for 3 hours ,will you be charge after you put more money in your card??

[@i.hopeinJesus]

Is it required to wear helmet?

[@85MONEYBAG]

How much does it cost to rent one of these for the day

[@cyrusmcclinton2265]

Thank u so much. It helped

[@andrewnathan2903]

But when does the $100 hold bounce back?

[@legacygamergirl]

Will you get a notification that the 30 minutes is done after you finish riding the citibike?

[@UrbanCaffeine]

I don't remember getting one.. But I'm not completely sure.

[@samuelGTAonline33]

Hi new subscribers and thanks for and from new york bronx ✨️

[@lunabird89]

Thinking of starting citi bike rides . Im scared of trains

[@Lisa_Evers]

I'm more scared on the streets of NYC. It's utter chaos...like the Wild West on our streets, with massive oversized vehicles, mopeds, e-bikes, razor scooters, food delivery guys, cyclists riding the wrong way, cyclists on sidewalks, UNprotected bike lanes, cars double-parked/idling in bike lanes, over crosswalks, in bus lanes/bus stops, cars parked in lanes of traffic. Out. Of. Control.

[@davidto4964]

do these have cameras? might be needed if someone tries to steal a bike paid by someone else......

[@andyc9902]

All cities should have one

[@SabMCMLXIX]

Thanks you. Wonderful videos. Subscribed. Would you consider making a video about the bridges: history, notion, endpoints as well as how to go around NY by ferry? Take care!

[@UrbanCaffeine]

Thank you for subscribing! We can definitely do one on bridges (but I did mention them briefly when I did the Brooklyn video). As for the ferry, I made a video last year: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qGi7oWSGfNSmpck

[@SabMCMLXIX]

@@UrbanCaffeine Cheers! i am exploring your channel now. I shouldn't have asked. Thanks

[@cxireen2193]

You can't take these bikes inside the Bronx Zoo can you?

[@apocryphal_man]

Super surprised my little backwater town in Europe is ahead of NYC in one aspect - we’ve had e scooters for rent all over the city for years. Kinda suspected NYC to be far ahead on this, like hoverboards 😜

[@UrbanCaffeine]

I'm jealous! The Bronx has scooters, but not the other boroughs. I thinks it's more of a safety and logistical issue.

[@elliekim6666]

@@UrbanCaffeine I think Staten island has some form of that as well? I saw some ... But I also seen Citi bikes here too which we don't have so 🤷‍♀️😅

[@tatarsauce6314]

I mean… there technically are hoverboards…. I think?

[@alexanderthegrape5370]

Can I drop off the bike at any available dock or is it predetermined? Thank you in advance ☺

[@UrbanCaffeine]

Hi there! At any available dock.

[@kntwing23]

what if someone park the city bike at some side walk dont put it back?

[@Dept246]

You get charged $1200 basically the cost of the bike.

[@catherinecat6182]

are the cycle lanes in nyc usually that full of pedestrians? that looks like it would be infuriating to deal with daily

[@kelbismontielguzman]

Oh my God, thank you for teaching me. How much is the money and everything

[@ShonenJapan]

So you don't need a Citibank account to use these?

[@UrbanCaffeine]

Not really, you can use the Lyft app.

[@andyc9902]

I was expecting a man. Not disappoint by the way

[@lildasani]

Thanks for making this video Fun and helpful. HAGD

[@UrbanCaffeine]

You're welcome! Thanks and have a good day as well.

[@massbygus]

Yeap, very useful.

[@thelumbersmileguy3176]

Can a 10 year old ride it?

[@kntwing23]

i rather buy a bike instead of rent 1 which everyone use & very dirty?

[@TheMochaangel]

Anyone else here to learn how citi bikes work after the NYC KAREN event? I need to know what happens if someone abandon a bike? From the video it looks like your time will keep going at the rate of .18c if you go over your time, that is until you load it back into the dock. If someone wants to hold on to a bike after the expired time, that's allowed. Just seeking clarification.

[@sydtopia1]

I am here because the Karen event as well. Sorry can't answer your question. But it pretty clear that having the zero dollar receipt proves that she unlocked the bike and locked it again.

[@TheMochaangel]

@@sydtopia1 thank you…. others are raising concern of the redacted receipt of the Karen. As i see it, she saw the bike, rolled it up to then kiosk to check it in, then she may have rented it. Her attorney alluded to her seeing the bike, and then mounting it to the station …as soon as she pulled it in, it wouldve reset the order, which wouldve given her the ability to quickly rent it. Even if she found it, it is still under the custody of the person whom debit card was used to make the purchase.

[@FKS1994]

Just to clarify, I recently signed up for the annual membership. Every 45 minute ride is free. Does the app tell you when you are about to hit 45 minutes? Also, let's say the 45 minute ride is up. Can't I just dock the bike, select another bike, and continue riding for the next 45 minutes and repeat? Thanks for the video!

[@UrbanCaffeine]

Not sure about the app telling you about your time. But yes, you can dock your bike and grab it again to reset the 45 mins.

[@ssspit]

Idk why the ones in Miami are so different there’s no QR code on em I have no clue how ppl rent them so easily 🤷🏾‍♂️💀

[@yukuhana]

Q: Does the app need to be online when returning a Citi Bike? I don't think so but my wife does. System should only need to know the bike is physically returned (green light) to end the rental. Can anyone confirm?

[@UrbanCaffeine]

I think you can just put the bike into an open slot and it ends your ride once it locks the bike (which makes sense in case your phone dies). But it's good to still be online to make sure that your ride really did end.

[@DTD110865]

There are actually two LIRR stations in Long Island City, and it can be found at the WEST end of Queens.

[@truth6242]

Not Eastern portion,but Western portion.

[@klippp]

yeah do you know how 2 do a group ride in citibike

[@UrbanCaffeine]

I don't know how to do group rides. I didn't think you could.

[@klippp]

@@UrbanCaffeine it was a update in 2019 but they removed it i just found that out

[@sparta2331]

What about the $100 hold they require?

[@UrbanCaffeine]

I think the $100 hold is if you get a day pass from the kiosk. I only did a single ride pass with the Lyft app.

[@zapx305]

Hey not tryna sound like a total criminal or shady but im from nyc queens and i have a “docked” electric citibike for sale lmk the tracker has been cut off so it cant be tracked and yea lmk if youre Interested saves u alot of money cause the bikes top condition and if yk yk citibikes are one of the best bikes besides being heavey and they go for 1200$ but im willing to discuss/negotiate on price if you’re interested thx u

[@joe1535]

2 bucks

[@Spacecrust]

5:06 the guy walking his dog on a bike path Instead of using the normal walking path is the kind of bs you deal with in NYC. no one gives a F

[@Eachitndie]

I really like your video footage and the captions explaining the landmarks, but the soundtrack is absolutely horrendous.

[@EMANUEL-sq5ey]

TOO MUCH DRAMA GETTING THE SEAT DOWN 👎

[@AmbroseChamberpot]

Inflation update. $.23 for each additional minute.

[@UrbanCaffeine]

Inflation got the Citibike! 😱

[@gabzgroove3088]

New Yorkers , we want our parking spaces back? Cancel #citibike program

[@GG-mr9iz]

Those seat height levers….. poor quality NYC