Bicycle Gear Access

The YBC typically rents out bikes for a semester either for free or for a small deposit that is then refunded upon returning the bicycle. Bike rentals are typically done via a lottery system.

The YBC also hosts mechanic hours to fix and learn to fix bikes (for free!), and provides access to tools (including bike pumps) and space to work on your own bike during mechanic hours.

Address: 234 Maine St, Brunswick, ME 04011 (by Helm house)

Email: yellowbikeclub@bowdoin.edu

Website: https://students.bowdoin.edu/yellow-bike-club/

The Bowdoin Store stocks bicycle lights, bells, and locks.

Address: located in Smith Union.

The Bowdoin Outing Club lends out panniers (waterproof bags that attach to a bicycle rack) through the Gear Room. There is also a bicycle pump available to use in Schwartz.

Address: 37 Harpswell Rd, Brunswick, ME 04011 (across Harpswell Rd. from the Roux Center)

Website: https://www.bowdoin.edu/outing/index.html

There are two bicycle repair stands on campus, providing tools and space for working on your bike 24/7. The stand has the tools for most common repairs: a hex wrench set, flat head screwdriver, Phillips head screwdriver, headset wrench, pedal wrench, set of tire levers, 8, 9, 10, and 11mm wrenches, and a Torx wrench set.

One stand is located in front of Buck (near the bike racks), and one is located in front of Edwards (by the covered bike rack). 

Sells new (and sometimes used) bikes, plus helmets, locks, lights, parts/tools, and accessories. Offers tune-ups and all mechanical services.

Address: 11 Center St, Brunswick, ME 04011

Website: https://www.centerstreetcycles.com/

Phone: (207) 729-5309

Sells new and used bikes, plus helmets, locks, lights, parts/tools, and accessories. Offers tune-ups and other mechanical services. 

Address: 14 Maine Street, Suite 0102A, Brunswick, ME 04011 (located in Fort Andross)

Website: https://www.rustycrank.com/

Phone: (207) 844-8392

Sells new bikes, helmets, locks, lights, parts/tools, and accessories. Offers tune-ups and all mechanical services. Rents out bikes (for the day, not long-term).

Address: 88 Union St, Brunswick, ME 04011

Website: https://www.gorhambike.com/

Phone: (207) 725-1100

Occasionally sells used bikes and accessories when available, but stock moves quickly.

Address: 12 Pleasant St, Brunswick, ME 04011

Website: https://www.wwgearexchange.com/

Phone: (207) 844-8353