Chicago bike sharing will be known as Divvy, be Chicago flag blue
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Permalink Reply by Michelle S on
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Hopefully all those people on the stationary bikes will have a lightbulb appear over their heads: "Hmm, maybe I can kill two birds with one stone!"
Thunder Snow said:This is about New York's new bike share program, but it's apropos to Chicago as well:
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Permalink Reply by Jon Cunningham on
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I'm pretty sure that the 30 minute thing is "per bike." I think you can drop off a bike at a station, and then grab another bike at the same station for another 30 minutes. Ride all day changing bikes every 30 minutes. Otherwise, how would one ride, say 20 minutes to a bike rack near a store, go shopping at the store, and return home with just one bike? The beauty of the system is that one doesn't need to worry about the bike while shopping, dining, or at a museum or movie. Just grab another bike for a whole new 30 minutes. No more asking for a window seat at the restaurant, so you can keep an eye on your bike.
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Permalink Reply by Elliot Greenberger (Divvy) on
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Hi Andrew,
We definitely understand the need for open data, and are thrilled that you and the rest of the Chicago community are excited to get your hands on it.
We'll have access to station data once we get closer to launch, and even more data as the system begins operations. In the meantime, shoot me an email at info [at] divvybikes [dot] com. I'd love to hear more about what's on your wish list in terms of our data.
- Elliot
Andrew Bedno said:Hey Divvy reps we need a URL for the stations' locations dataset. Maybe as KML, or CSV with additional info like capacity. I couldn't find even a map or good contact link on your site. Heads up that Chicago's serious about such things. I and others are used to live feeds and APIs, and will expect you to join the city's data portal.
Erik, my compliments on your work.
Erik Swedlund said:I've been tracking known stations as they have been announced while waiting for the full official map. See mine here: http://goo.gl/maps/5xKxr
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Permalink Reply by Julie Aberman (Hochstadter) on
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Elliot! I kept trying to come over and say hi yesterday at Bike The Drive... you all were very busy. SUPER EXCITED FOR YOU!!!!!!!!!!
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:-)
Thanks, Julie! It was such a fun day. You were very busy yourself! Hope you're getting some rest today.
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Permalink Reply by Anne Alt on
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It was great to see you guys out there. Looking forward to riding Divvy.
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Permalink Reply by Adam Herstein on
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If anyone is looking at the map that the Tribune posted, keep in mind that Addison Street is mislabeled. It should say Lawrence instead.
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Not that I know of.
h' 1.0 said:Thanks for the link, Adam!
Is there a separate map showing locations on the West and South sides?
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Permalink Reply by Justin B Newman on
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Are you sure those areas haven't be de-annexed recently?
h' 1.0 said:Thanks for the link, Adam!
Is there a separate map showing locations on the West and South sides?
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Permalink Reply by Melissa on
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Why I'm looking forward to Divvy:
1. These bikes are funny-looking and fun to ride. I tried them in DC and DF, Mex. Very reliable!
2. I have a lot of houseguests in the summer, few of whom fit my bikes!
3. I was traveling over Memorial Day weekend and at least a dozen people asked about the Chicago bike share.
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Permalink Reply by Duppie on
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They released the station map this morning overlaid on Google. Much better than that Trib picture.
http://www.divvybikes.com/stations
I am getting more psyched about it everyday. A station 50 yards from my home. A station 50 yards from my work. What more could I ask for?
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