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Bixi Bike Share System
The BIXI is the finest bicycle share system in the world. It employs cutting-edge technology to offer an attractive and easy-to-use option for those seeking urban bike transportation that has less impact on the environment than traditional fuel-powered vehicles, and to act as the perfect complement to public transportation networks.
Design - Innovation - Technology
BIXI was created from a clean sheet with the intention of marrying the practical with the aesthetic. World-renowned industrial designer Michel Dallaire was entrusted with the design of the physical components. The bikes themselves feature clean lines and a sleek look that in no way compromises their sturdiness and safety. Design elements are carried over to the technical platforms, bike docks and pay stations.
WHY GO BIXI?
- Easy to install
- Easy to use
- No preparatory excavation
- All components designed to work together
- Least environmental impact
- Universal BIXI key
- Enhancement of urban landscape
- Cost-effective
- 5-year guarantee
BIXI - The fourth generation
Third generation public bike share systems are automated systems, capable of accepting payments from credit cards or swipe cards, and whose activities can be monitored from a distance. However, most third generation systems, like Vélib' in Paris, require considerable excavation, permanently altering the urban landscape, inconveniencing residents during construction and creating pollution -- exactly what public bike share systems are trying to combat
BIXI is a "fourth generation" system, in the sense that it:
Is completely portable and doesn't require excavation and the consequent damage to the urban environment. This also dramatically reduces the time required to get a BIXI bike share system up and running.
Is solar-powered, to avoid creating any emissions and the use of non-renewable energy sources and to eliminate the need of hooking up to the community's energy grid.
Uses wireless communication to avoid the need of hooking up to the community's telecommunications grid.
Has been designed from a clean sheet, specifically for heavy urban use as a public bike system, not put together from components from other systems, which is very advantageous in terms of reliability, durability and optimal functioning. Is run by a time-tested software system that has proven to be extremely reliable.
Was created to be sturdy enough to withstand the rigors of virtually any climate in the world.
Was designed to be an enhancement to the urban landscape, not an impediment to enjoying it. To blend into its surroundings, not overpower them.