The Sustainability Program recently had the opportunity to collaborate with the APS Operations team to inherit a number of tricycles that would have been left for disposal due to overcrowding concerns in the APS ring where the tricycles are used.
Starting Tuesday, Sept. 4, 2018, tricycles will be available in the 200 Area for use within the Bike Share program.
Safety tips for tricycle riders:
- Get familiar with the features and differences between the tricycle and a regular bicycle.
- The saddle of a tricycle sits lower than that of a typical bicycle. To climb safely, just hold the handlebars firmly to ensure the tricycle does not shift forward or backward as you enter the seat.
- Start at a moderate pace and add speed as you progress. Keep riding on a straight line with your body in an upright position.
- Tricycles need a bigger clearance than bicycles since they have a wide rear. For narrow spaces, you are required to make a good judgment about whether the rear of the tricycle will make it through. Avoid potholes, gravel, oil, curbs, grain grates other obstacles as they may destabilize and tip over tricycle.
- The tricycle has a cargo basket for carrying packages. Make sure the package weight does not affect your ability to maintain control of the tricycle. Consider securing the load within the basket if necessary to restrict shifting or movement.
Bike safety rules to follow while on site:
- All bicyclists are required to wear helmets on Argonne property.
- Follow the Illinois Rules of the Road (ie, stop at all stop signs).
- Do not ride on sidewalks or gravel paths.
- Ride only during daylight hours.
- Park bikes in or near racks.
- Do not leave bikes near doorways or on sidewalks.
- Bikes must remain outdoors and on site at all times.
- Use of cell phones is prohibited while using bikes on site.
Visit Inside Argonne for more information on the Bike Share program.