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Darke County Parks to Offer Bicycle Rentals
Darke County Parks’ Bish Discovery Center now offers bicycle
rentals! In an effort to make it even easier for residents and
visitors to bike the Tecumseh Trail, bicycles were purchased from
Countryside Bike Shop using a local grant from Harry D. Stephens
Memorial, Inc.
These comfort cruiser-style bikes are available in two sizes, 26” and
24”. The 24” should be able to be ridden by older children (10+)
or smaller-framed adults. “These bikes are a great unisex design
for all activity levels with their “step-thru” design, allowing the
rider to mount the bike without the need to swing a leg up and over the
seat,” Chief Naturalist Robb Clifford explains. “This same feature also
allows for riders to stop the bike and stand with their feet flat on
the ground, all while ensuring the rider is seated in an optimum riding
position! They have a very comfortable ride and enough gears to allow
you to easily cruise at whatever speed you desire,” Clifford continued.
Rentals may be reserved online at darkecountyparks.org or by visiting
the Bish Discovery Center, will cost just $5/hour or $20/day and may be
rented during Bish Discovery hours. Rental fee must be paid by
credit card and includes use of bicycle, helmet and trail map.
Renters must be at least 16 years old. Cyclists are encouraged to
bring water bottles.
Thank you to the Harry D. Stephens Memorial, Inc. for the funding in
order to make this goal a reality! The Darke County Parks would
also like to thank Mr. Bob Bitner of Countryside Bike Shop on Broadway
for his help in selecting and purchasing the ideal bike for our needs.
To contact the Darke County Park District regarding rentals and
policies, please contact the Bish Discovery Center 808-4120 or the park
offices at 548-0165.
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