Heard about 50 Flamingo and Beam e-Bikes being available? Info here
From WCC News
It’s time to give shared e-bikes a go
Operators Flamingo and Beam will each have 50 e-bikes available, giving people easy access to another sustainable transport option. Based on demand, they will look to increase the number of e-bikes over coming weeks to the agreed trial cap of 150 each.
People can have a go and learn to ride and park safely at learn-to-ride events planned on the waterfront later this week.
Flamingo has free training on the waterfront at the Waitangi Stream Promenade (Harbourside Market site) on Friday 24 February, 12 noon–2pm
Beam has free training at Waitangi Stream Promenade on Saturday 25 February, 12 noon–3pm.
Flamingo Co-founder and Chief Executive Jacksen Love says they are confident bike sharing will play a positive role in the future of micromobility in the city, and hope to see as many people as possible having a go.
“Our safety ambassadors will be down at the waterfront on Friday to support riders and take them safely through the step-by-step process. We will also be giving out free riding credits to everyone who attends.”
The Council agreed in December to allow the city’s existing e-scooter operators to trial e-bike hire. The trial will be evaluated in mid-2023 and considered by Councillors in about October.
Wellington Mayor Tory Whanau is keen to try one of the new e-bikes and is also looking forward to seeing how they go here.
“There is plenty of evidence from other cities that show share e-bikes are a good thing. But testing them will highlight the local potential. It will also allow more permanent arrangements to be tailored to Te Whanganui-a-Tara.
“A great thing about share schemes is they give more people an opportunity to try and use e-bikes and e-scooters. That’s important as we create a city where climate-positive lifestyles are affordable and accessible.”
“For those who can afford it, share hire can also provide the experience and impetus to take that next step and buy an e-bike of their own.”
Both Flamingo and Beam are thrilled to launch e-bike share services in the Capital.