Bicycling is a very efficient, low-cost mode of transportation that compliments public transportation services like buses and trains.  The San Bernardino Transit Center in downtown provides an access point to many mass transit options, including 16 bus routes, a rapid transit line from four different transit agencies, in addition to planned expansion of commuter and light rail. It is at this growing Transit Center that the Inland Empire Biking Alliance (IEBA) operates the San Bernardino Bicycle Hubitat with the aim of increasing bicycle usage among the general public and improving overall transit experience.  

The San Bernardino Bicycle Hubitat aims to serve the 6,000 transit passengers with an emphasis on economically disadvantaged individuals that may not have the means to acquire, repair, or maintain a bike on their own.  Currently, over 200 transit passengers use their bicycle to access transit.  The Hubitat is a do it yourself bicycle cooperative that provides access to tools, equipment, parts and know-how so that cyclists can get their bikes back on the road.  Patrons of the Hubitat can take advantage of these services by volunteering or providing a small monetary donation.

Since the Hubitat opened, we’ve helped many very happy customers, some of whom have even turned into volunteers!  Omnitrans has received a lot of positive feedback from patrons of the Hubitat, along with requests to have it open for more hours.  In order to meet this demand in a cost-effective manner, the IEBA needs to raise additional funds to purchase tools, equipment, advertising, and part[time staffing.