Downtown Bicycle Station

To become a member of the Downtown Bicycle Station…

• You must sign up and pay to be a member (see memberhsip options below)
• You must sign and return a Waiver of Liability to Trailnet (via e-mail, mail, or drop-off)
• You must pick up your key fob and locker room code from Trailnet (unless you specify it to be mailed)

Trailnet's current mailing address and pick-up location(weekdays, 9-5) is:
411 North 10th Street Suite 202
St. Louis, MO 63101

• Click here to download the membership form for the Downtown Bicycle Station. Please drop-off, mail, or email form to Trailnet, c/o Carol Schmidt carol@trailnet.org. Please make checks payable to Trailnet.
• Click here to download the Waiver of Liability. Trailnet must receive this waiver before you can receive your key fob or locker room code. Please drop-off, mail, or e-mail form (typed name can count as signature, save pdf file as your first and last name) to Trailnet, c/o Carol Schmidt or carol@trailnet.org.
• For day-use membership, please visit Urban Shark during normal business hours. Day-use membership is $5/day. Must bring photo-ID and are subject to Downtown Bicycle Station rules and regulations.

Annual Memberships

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• I'm already a Trailnet, Partnership for Downtown St. Louis, Citizens for Modern Transit, or WeCar member*

  $150/year

• I'm NOT a Trailnet, Partnership for Downtown St. Louis, Citizens for Modern Transit, or WeCar member

  Interested in becoming a Trailnet member? Click here!

  $170/year

Monthly Memberships

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• I'm already a Trailnet, Partnership for Downtown St. Louis, Citizens for Modern Transit, or WeCar member*

  $20/month

• I'm NOT a Trailnet, Partnership for Downtown St. Louis, Citizens for Modern Transit, or WeCar member**

  Interested in becoming a Trailnet member? Click here!

  $20/month + fee

*$20 application fee waived for Trailnet, Partnership for Downtown St. Louis, Citizens for Modern Transit, or WeCar members.

**Non-Member Monthly Membership subscribers will be billed $40 for the first installment and $20 every month following.

• What is the Downtown Bicycle Station?

  The Downtown Bicycle Station is located at 1011 Locust Street between 10th and 11th streets, in Downtown St. Louis. Housed in a LEED certified building, it will feature storage options for more than 120 bikes, as well as provide cyclists with the opportunity to use showers, lockers and other bike commuter amenities. The Downtown Bicycle Station will occupy approximately 1400 square feet. The Downtown Bicycle Station has been designed to encourage the use of alternate modes of transportation by reducing some of the traditional impediments to bike commuting. Downtown St. Louis will now offer a full service bike facility easily accessible to the City’s central business district and Metrolink stations.

• Who does this project belong to?

  The Downtown Bicycle Station is an initiative of the City of St. Louis, Missouri, done in collaboration with key partners and supporters. The project is funded in part by funds allocated by the US Department of Energy through the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009. With these funds, the Downtown St. Louis Community Improvement District (CID) has the initial contract to manage the Downtown Bicycle Station; the CID has contracted with Trailnet for marketing and membership and Urban Shark for facilities and operations services. The project would not have been possible without several additional generous contributions.

• Do I bring my own lock?

  Yes. Locks will not be provided for lockers or bike racks. If you forget your locks, they will be available for rental at Urban Shark.

• Are there assigned spots for bikes/lockers?

  Lockers are available at a first-come, first-served basis.

• What type of security should I expect at the Downtown Bicycle Station?

  There will be 24-hour security cameras in use at the facility. Only members will have access through their key fob.

• How much does it cost to replace a lost key fob?

  The cost to replace a lost key fob is $10.

• How long can I leave my bike at the Downtown Bicycle Station?

  The Downtown Bicycle Station is not a storage facility for bicycles; it is secure bike parking for bike commuters. However, as cyclists, we understand that you cannot always complete your commute due to weather, time, distance, etc. Therefore, the maximum allowance of time you can leave your bike parked in the Downtown Bicycle Station is three (3) days. If you are interested in leaving your bike for longer than 3 days, please contact Urban Shark.

• Can my personal items be left in a locker overnight?

  The Downtown Bicycle Station is not a storage facility for personal items; it is secure bike parking. Therefore, you cannot leave your personal items in a locker for more than one day.

• What if I want to end my membership?

  If you want to end your monthly membership, please contact carol@trailnet.org. Please provide 15 days notice. Your yearly membership is a one-year contract; therefore you can only end an annual membership after your contract is complete.

• I forgot to pay for my monthly membership. How soon until my key fob is deactivated?

  If you do not pay for your monthly membership, you will have five days before your key fob is deactivated. Trailnet will give you an email warning and a phone call before deactivation occurs. For convenience, you may request enrollment in an automatic monthly payment program to have the monthly payment deducted from your checking account.

• I want to renew my yearly membership; do I have to pay the $20 application fee again?

  If you are renewing your yearly membership, you do not have to pay another $20 application fee. If you end your month-to-month membership or yearly membership and then decide to rejoin, you will have to pay the application fee.

• How can I map out a bike-friendly route to get to the Downtown Bicycle Station?

  First, look at the Bike St. Louis Map that can be found online at http://www.bikestlouis.org/flash/bikeMap.html.

• How can I map out a back-up plan using public transportation if the weather is bad?

  On Metro’s website, http://www.metrostlouis.org/Default.aspx, you can type in your start and ending location, and it will tell you the public transit route. MetroBus and MetroLink can hold bikes.

• What is the Citizens for Modern Transit Guaranteed Ride Home program?

  The Guaranteed Ride Home Program is an incentive for commuters to commute to work by mass transit or bicycling rather than driving alone. It allows employees to take transit/bicycle while providing them a "safety net," an assurance that they will not be stuck at work if a situation arises. This program provides immediate transportation in case of an emergency, sickness or unscheduled overtime. In effect, the program serves as a security blanket for those individuals who choose alternative modes of transportation for their commute. For more information, go to http://www.cmt-stl.org/ride_home_employer.html.

Corporate Members

McCormack Baron Salazar

Purchasing Corporate Memberships

Purchasing memberships for your employees is a great way to support their health and the St. Louis community. Corporate Memberships include…

• 10 memberships for $1000 ($500 savings!)
• Introduction of the Downtown Bicycle Station for your staff members by Trailnet
• Name on the Downtown Bicycle Station website

If you’re interested in a Corporate Membership, please contact emily@trailnet.org.

Helping Your Business Become Bike Friendly

On top of purchasing memberships for your employees, you may be interested in Trailnet’s TravelGreen program, which works with businesses throughout the St. Louis region to promote biking to work and cycling safety for businesses. Trailnet can also help you explore becoming a bike friendly business or receiving the bike commuter tax break. If you are interested in learning more about the TravelGreen program, contact emily@trailnet.org or 314-436-1324 x112.

Operating Hours

Monday-Friday: 10 am to 7 pm
Saturday: 10 am to 6 pm
Sunday: 12 pm to 5 pm
Phone : 314-881-0322

Services provided at Urban Shark

Urban Shark is a full-service bicycle shop, including retail products and repair services. In addition, Urban Shark offers bike rentals -- including road bikes and city bikes, day use passes, bicycle lock rental, locker lock rental, towel service, bicycle valet, and bicycle storage. As the name suggests, Urban Shark offers expertise with urban bikes and rugged commuter rigs - but we also sell a variety of bicycles for every facet of the sport. From kid's bikes to high-end equipment, Urban Shark seeks to share the love of cycling with all who ride. Regardless of your level of athleticism or the breadth of your commuter chops, Urban Shark is the place to be for your cycling needs. We offer a diverse inventory of the equipment you need and attentive advice you can trust.
For more details, please visit Urban Shark during normal business hours.

*Please note a few changes at Urban Shark*
Starting November 28, Urban Shark's hours are changing. However, you can still drop your bike off for service before the shop opens. If you find you require service but arrive before shop hours, an overnight drop box is conveniently located inside the bicycle station near the air compressor. Another result of this change is that Urban Shark will no longer be offering a towel service.

Founding Sponsors

City of St. Louis
The Department of Energy (Recovery Act Funding)
Great Rivers Greenway
Boeing
The William A. Kerr Foundation
Loft Works
Metro
Trailnet
US Bank
The Laclede Group
4ORCE
Schlichter, Bogard & Denton
McGowan Brothers Development
Webster University

Become a Sponsor

Become a sponsor of the Downtown Bicycle Station or make a donation to the Downtown CID in the name of the DBS. The Downtown CID is a nonprofit organization that accepts tax-deductible donations.

Become a Founding Member

If you want to be a Downtown Bicycle Station member, but will not actually be using the bicycle station, there is an opportunity to be a Founding Member for a $150 tax-deductible donation. To become a Founding Member, please contact emily@trailnet.org or 314-436-1324 x 112.