<p>I've been reading on this forum about the beautiful bike trails around Ursinus. Do a lot of students bring their bikes? Is there much of a problem with bike theft on campus? Should an incoming freshman consider bringing a bike, so he/she can get around off campus from time to time?</p>
<p>If you have any experience or knowledge re. bicycles on campus at Ursinus, please post here!!</p>
<p>Thanks,
A Parent</p>
<p>Our daughter just started as a freshman this year. She and her friends use the bike share option, which I think costs $10 per year. There are certain rules, such as they have to be back by dusk (not sure specifically). she and her friends use the bikes on the Perkiomen Trail, which I have heard is lovely and long. She doesn’t use a personal bike as all of the buildings are within easy walking distance. There are back ways through residential areas to the shopping center, which has a movie theatre, but I don’t beleive she has done that, and I am not familiar with the liability issues of having a share bike stolen. Not sure how much this helps you. She is very happy; finds her fellow students very friendly; an dlikes the academics. Good luck!</p>
<p>Thanks so much, Robin. Your answer has been a big help. I wasn’t really aware of the bike share option, nor did I realize that the shopping area/ movie theater were so close-by. </p>
<p>I’m glad your daughter is enjoying her freshman year.</p>