Ride UTA With A Bike
Part 1: How to Ride a Bus with a Bike
Taking your bike on the bus is a great way to commute longer distances to work, family, or recreation!
Watch the video below to see how to load your bike onto the front of the bus:
Helpful Tips for taking your bike on the bus:
Wait for the bus to come to a complete stop.
Let the bus driver know that you are putting your bike on by waving at them or making eye contact before proceeding to the front of the bus.
Lower the bike rack - there may be labels to help you position your bike correctly.
Secure your bike.
If you are struggling, ask the bus driver for help.
Remember to remove items that could fall off your bike.
Pay for your ride.
If you want, get a bike card from the bus driver to hand to them as you get off to remind them to give you time to grab your bike.
As with any situation, remember to be mindful of your surroundings as you take your bike on and off of the bus rack.
Be sure to follow current safety guidelines when utilizing public transportation. Visit rideuta.com before you ride!
UTA has made significant improvements to both bus coverage and frequency over the last few years. This is a great time to try bike + bus for your next trip
Part 2: How to Ride FrontRunner with a Bike
Riding your Bike to the FrontRunner eliminates harmful emissions and also makes you feel great after getting some exercise!
Watch the video below to see how to ride the FrontRunner with your bike:
Helpful Tips for taking your bike on the FrontRunner:
Look for the train car with the bicycle image to know which car is meant for your bicycle.
Keep your bicycle and body behind the yellow line until the train has stopped.
Open the door and remember to allow other passengers to exit before you go in.
The FrontRunner is level to the platform so you can roll your bike into the train car.
Find a spot on the rack to store your bike for the ride. If the train is full, you may need to stand with or near your bike for your ride.
Do your best to keep your bike, saddle bags or other items out of the aisles so people can safely pass.
Before you arrive at your station, gather your possessions and your bike so you will be ready to go.
Remember to always walk your bike when on the train platform.
Be sure to follow current safety guidelines when utilizing public transportation. Visit rideuta.com before you ride!
Taking your bike on FrontRunner is fun and can make getting around your destination much easier!
Part 3: How to Ride Trax with your Bike
Taking your bike on TRAX is a great way to get around Salt Lake City and some of the surrounding areas. Using your bike helps you make your connections to and from your destination.
Watch the video below to see how to take your bike with you on TRAX:
Helpful tips for taking your bike on TRAX:
While you wait at the station, keep your feet and your bike behind the yellow line.
Use the front or the back cars to bring your bike on TRAX for more to maneuver your bike.
Wait for the train to stop and allow other passengers to exit before loading into the car.
On some of the older trains you may need to pull your bike up a few stairs.
Do not store your bike in the stairwell as that can cause delays and potentially damage your bike or the doors.
Newer TRAX cars and the S-Line have a lower floor so you can roll your bike onto the car.
Newer TRAX cars also have bike hooks. Follow these steps to use them:
Lift your bike vertically.
Put your front tire in the hook and your back tire in the groove at the bottom.
Remove items from your bike or they may fall off.
If there is an available seat, you can feel free to sit. If not, stand with your bike and hold onto the poles while the train is moving.
Before your station comes up, be ready ahead of time by gathering your things and having your bike ready to get off.
Remember to tap off if you used an electronic fair.
Be sure to follow current safety guidelines when utilizing public transportation. Visit rideuta.com before you ride!
Part 4: How to Use Other UTA Bike Amenities
Sometimes, you may not want to bring your bike with you after taking transit. In this case, UTA bike lockers may be useful to store your bike securely while traveling.
Watch the video to see how to use the Bike Lockers at transit stations around the Wasatch Front:
Helpful tips using a bike locker or utilizing bike stations:
You can rent one of UTA’s long-term bike lockers at the station. They are the red, white, and blue metal lockers located near stations.
The silver lockers are e-locked. People use them for short-term storage and they cost about $.05 per hour.
Bike Repair stations are available at several UTA stations. They have the tools you will need to make basic repairs to your bike, from changing your tire to adjusting your brakes.
Thank you for looking for ways to utilize active transportation in your daily life. The fewer car trips we make, the healthier and happier our community will be.Visit rideuta.com/bikes for more details and information about utilizing UTA in your daily commute!
