Capital Bikeshare

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Ride with (World) Pride on Capital Bikeshare.

World Pride is coming to town, and Capital Bikeshare (CaBi) is here to help visitors from all over the world celebrate. From parades to parties to after-parties, get where you need to be in style with a fun and easy ride on a Capital Bikeshare bike.

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Join the CaBi fam with an annual membership

It feels good to commit to something that you love! So it’s time to commit to your love of bikeshare with a Capital Bikeshare membership. You’ll get to ride around town as often as you like, at a very affordable price! Make every commute the best ride of your life.

No people. Bikes in a CaBi station in fall (Washington, DC)

Updates and Closures: Inauguration 2025

JANUARY 15, 2025

Get information and updates on Capital Bikeshare station availability and bike parking during the Inauguration, including details on closed stations and expanded No Parking Zones.

Ebikes are a great way to get around in the winter. Tips for riding an ebike in the winter

Chill out with an ebike ride this winter!

DECEMBER 9, 2024

As temperatures dip, bundle up, and get ready for your chillest ride ever. On our powerful ebikes, getting from point A to point B in the winter months is as easy as a warm cup of hot cocoa! Here’s why taking an ebike is about to become your fave thing about winter.

We're introducing the new Pillar Docking System to Capital Bikeshare

Introducing the Pillar Docking System

NOVEMBER 12, 2024

In September, we started rolling out our Pillar Docking System pilot program in Washington, DC. We’ve installed four new Pillar charging stations, which can automatically recharge ebikes while they’re parked.

Be a bikeshare bestie! Riding tips and best practices for you

SEPTEMBER 12, 2024

We love our Capital Bikeshare fam! From riders to team members, it takes all of our passion, commitment, and love of biking (and yours!) to keep our bikeshare system running smoothly. Whether you’re just joining the family or you’re an avid rider in need of a little refresher, here’s a look at some best practices to help the Capital Bikeshare system work for our entire region.

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How to use Capital Bikeshare

APRIL 12, 2024

Biking is a great way to get around the city, whether you’re heading out to dinner, commuting to work, or exploring a new part of the city. It’s less stressful than getting stuck in traffic, and great for your health and the environment, too.

All About the University Program

AUGUST 17, 2023

$25 can get you far. Like, really far.

Our budget-friendly plan gives eligible students and staff all the perks of a regular CaBi membership for just $25 a year.* That includes discounted ebike rides, unlimited 45-minute classic rides, free unlocks, and guest passes for your bike besties.

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