Vélomagg'
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Vélomagg' is a bike sharing scheme in Montpellier
, France
launched in June 2007, engineered by Smoove
. This community bicycle program
comprises 750 bicycles and 59 stations for short and long term renting, optionally coupled with tramway, bus and car sharing services.
Individual bicycles can park in secured parking lots linked to the system, equipped with electrical public pumps.
The bicycles are secured by mechanical keys distributed by automatic dispensers.
The system is reliable and appreciated,
the bicycles are relatively cheap, sturdy and light. Contrary to most other such programs, it is not linked to an advertising deal.
Montpellier
-Neighbourhoods:Since 2001, Montpellier has been divided into seven official neighbourhoods, themselves divided into sub-neighbourhoods. Each of them possesses a neighbourhood council....
, France
France
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launched in June 2007, engineered by Smoove
Smoove
Smoove is a French company that designs, manufactures and markets products related to bike-sharing. The company produces lightweight bike stands that require virtually no civil engineering and no electricity. The lock is on the bicycle, situated in the fork...
. This community bicycle program
Community bicycle program
A bicycle sharing system is a service in which bicycles are made available for shared use to individuals who do not own them. Bicycle sharing systems can be divided into two general categories: "Community Bike programs" organized mostly by local community groups or non-profit organizations; and...
comprises 750 bicycles and 59 stations for short and long term renting, optionally coupled with tramway, bus and car sharing services.
Individual bicycles can park in secured parking lots linked to the system, equipped with electrical public pumps.
The bicycles are secured by mechanical keys distributed by automatic dispensers.
The system is reliable and appreciated,
the bicycles are relatively cheap, sturdy and light. Contrary to most other such programs, it is not linked to an advertising deal.