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FAIRFAX CONNECTOR BIKE-N-RIDE
Fairfax Connector buses now have bike racks front mounted on all buses. Each bus will be able to carry two bicycles at no additional charge to the passenger. This convenience can extend the length of your bike trip, save money otherwise spent on gas and is an environmentally sound decision.
In addition to saving time and money, connecting to regional transit providers has never been easier. Please visit Metro's Bike-'N-Ride Bicycle Program or Arlington County's ART Bike on Bus Program for information from a few regional Bike-N-Ride and ride program providers.
How To Use the Racks
**Make certain the driver sees you and has stopped before
stepping out in front of the bus.**
**Do not leave anything on the bike that might blow off in the
wind, or bounce off when the bus hits a bump.**
Grab the handle and pull up. Squeeze the top handle and pull the rack
down. You only need to use one hand to unlatch and pull the bike rack
down, so you can hold your bike with your other hand.
It is not necessary to lean your bike against the bus.
With the bike rack lowered to the carrying
position, lift your bike onto the rack and into
the slot for the wheels. Load your bike with the front
wheel toward the wheel clamp.
Pull up the spring-loaded clamp and put it over the front wheel.
The
bike is now secured for travel. Get on the bus.
The support arm adds lateral support for the bike when the bus is
in
motion, and is required. The support arm needs to be raised so that
the
hook rests at the highest point on the front wheel.
As you exit the bus remind the driver that you
will be removing your bicycle. Lower the
spring-loaded bar from the tire and lift your bicycle
off the rack. Swing the rack up if it's empty. Go
to the nearest curb. Wave to let the driver know
you and your bicycle are clear of the bus.
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