特殊时期，推荐 Citi Bike 等美国共享单车服务

疫情被控制，纽约市基本确定会从5月15日后，逐步复工复产，但是相信很多人会担心每天上下班搭乘公共交通风险很大。纽约市MTA已经宣布所有地铁每天凌晨1 AM 到纽约4 AM 进行消毒打扫，配合纽约警察NYPD，对「住在」地铁的无家可归的人进行规劝，让他们搬到庇护所，但面对每天搭乘地铁的巨大人流量，依旧会让人提心吊胆。

在这里向各位读者推荐，在纽约市可以考虑使用共享单车 Citi Bike ，现在共享单车服务范围已经从曼哈顿逐步拓展到皇后区（长岛市，LIC）和布鲁克林，还有靠近哈德逊河的新泽西的泽西市。大家可以参考下面地图，官网和手机 app 上面的地图，实时显示每个停车点中空余自行车数量。

价格

Citi Bike共享单车计划的价格分为4档，参见下面表格。为了防止骑行者长时间霸占同一辆自行车，增加自行车的流动性，运营方特地增加每次骑行时间限制，如果使用者需要长距离使用，可以预先选定几个自行车更换点，保证每次骑行时间不超时。Citi Bike 项目在2018年被 Lyft 收购，加入LYFT PINK 会员（$19.99/月），每个月可以获得3次30分钟的免费骑行。

	价格	骑行限制	超时费用
Single Ride，单次骑行	$3/次	30分钟	超时后，每分钟$0.15
Day Pass，1日票	$12/24小时	24小时内无限次使用，但每次不超过30分钟	每次超时后，每分钟$0.15，超时30分钟后，每15分钟$4
3-Day Pass，3日票	$24/72小时	72小时内无限次使用，但每次不超过30分钟	每次超时后，每分钟$0.15，超时30分钟后，每15分钟$4
Annual，年票	$169/年	一年内无限次使用，但每次不超过45分钟	每次超时后，每分钟$0.10，超时45分钟后，每分钟$0.15

针对特定人群，Citi Bike推出不同优惠：

如果用户拥有Citi Bank的信用卡或者借记卡，使用其购买Citi Bike年票，可以享受额外九折优惠。
现役，退役军人，老兵，购买年票可以获得$35的优惠。
使用United healthcare旗下Oxford的医疗保险的用户，可以将Citi Bike纳入其Sweat Equity Program（一项鼓励参保人参加健身的活动，每年可以最多报销$400的健身费用），换句话说，可以全额报销$169的年票（但是每半年必须骑行至少50次）
住在纽约，新泽西的廉租屋（NYCHA），获取粮食券的纽约，新泽西低收入人群，骑行Citi Bike，每个月$5。
一些与Citi Bike项目有合作的企业员工，Credit Union成员，会获得不同的优惠。

美国比较好的两个儿童自行车品牌我在微信圈里晒小朋友骑车上学的相片，有朋友问车是什么牌子。Ethan 骑的是20寸的 Specialized Riprock Coaster，Freddy 骑的是16寸的 Trek Precaliber。 Derek Yang 2020-05-07 0 评论阅读全文

美国儿童自行车选购要点和型号推荐美国孩子很小就开始骑自行车，我接女儿放学时看到好多小学生骑车回家，还有弟弟妹妹骑一辆带辅助轮的小自行车跟在后面。这篇文章介绍一下挑选知识和要点。 Fan Zhao 2020-05-07 0 评论阅读全文

使用

每个停车点都有一个类似电话亭的机器，民众可以再上面进行操作，上面有各国语音，方便各国游客使用。操作如同地铁站里面的MTA机器，最后使用者会获取五位数代码，然后去自行车左边手把下面输入代码，完成自行车的解锁。建议大家在付费前，检查一下停车站中的自行车，座椅高低调节，刹车，脚踏板等等。归还自行车的时候，请确认自行车前轮完全卡入停车坞，锁住。

使用年票的骑手，会收到Citi Bike的一把塑料钥匙，每次使用，插入自行车左边的机器，完成解锁。

曼哈顿很多街道是没有自行车专用道的，每次骑行，建议骑手使用 Google Maps中自行车导航，注意骑行安全。纽约市府发布了中文版骑行指南，参见这里。

骑行装备

根据纽约市府的骑行指南，如果是夜间骑行，需要使用白色头灯（照前方），红色尾灯（提醒后方车辆），如果骑行时候背着双肩包的话，可以购买购买挂在背包上的尾灯，防止遗失。

有折扣

4,062 个好评

Ascher USB Rechargeable Bike Light Set,Super Bright Front Headlight and Rear LED Bicycle Light,650mah Lithium Battery,4 Light Mode Options(2 USB cables and 4 Strap Included)

ADVANCED DESIGN: USB rechargeable light, built in 650mAh rechargeable lithium battery for each light.
FOUR LIGHT MODE OPTIONS: The Headlight and Taillight feature an one-touch switch with four different lighting modes depending on your preference. Include full brightness, half brightness, fast flashing and slow flashing.
EASY INSTALLATION: The silicone mount straps are designed with two openings that tightly fit around many size seat posts, handlebars, seat risers, backpacks, helmets and stretch to keep lights secure and firm. They can be easily loosen and fasten, and no tools are required.

有折扣

6,141 个好评

BLITZU Gator 320 USB Rechargeable Bike Light Set Powerful Lumens Bicycle Headlight Free Tail Light, LED Front and Back Rear Lights Easy to Install for Kids Men Women Road Cycling Safety Flashlight

✅ SAVE YOUR MONEY AND HASSLE – Never Waste Your Money on Batteries again! Save Yourself the Hassle to Replace Batteries Every Week, It’s a WIN-WIN! The Gator 320 bicycle head light is USB Rechargeable. It charges from your computer or any device with a USB port. This headlight only takes 2 hours to fully charge and has a Runtime of 2+ hours on the highest setting, making it the BEST SELLING bike light on Amazon! DON’T WAIT, GET YOURS TODAY!
✅ FREE TAIL LIGHT INCLUDED – Comes with both a headlight and a tail light (FREE FOR A LIMITED TIME) making your bicycle stand out with unmatched 360º visibility so you and your loved ones are safer in any low light conditions. Instantly improve your visibility & safety with our Ultra Bright LED bike light. You will be shocked and amazed at how bright it is! HURRY, Click the ADD TO CART Button Now!
✅ VERSATILE, MORE THAN A BIKE LIGHT - Can be used as an emergency flashlight, keep it inside your car, basement, attic, and emergency kit. Use it when you’re running, jogging, hiking, camping, walking your dog, cycling, changing a tire, night time family/kids activities, power outage and MORE! Enjoy enhanced visibility and comfort knowing you'll be safe and secure at any time of the day. GET YOURS TODAY!

自行车头盔是必不可少的，市面上也是有各种形形色色的样式，各位挑自己喜欢的就好了。

1,288 个好评

Triple Eight Dual Certified Bike and Skateboard Helmet, Gun Matte, Large / X-Large

Dual Certified skateboarding and bike helmet with ABS shell and impact-absorbing EPS foam liner
Complies with U.S. CPSC Safety Standard for Bicycle Helmets for Persons Age 5 and Older and ASTM F-1492 Skate safety standards
Ideal for biking, skateboarding, scooters, BMX, roller derby, and commuting

有折扣

2,798 个好评

Schwinn Thrasher Bike Helmet, Lightweight Microshell Design, Adult, Carbon

This schwinn thrasher lightweight helmet is designed for adults; suggested age range: 14 years old and up; suggested head circumference: 22.88 to 24.5 inches
Schwinn 360° comfort pairs a dial adjustable fit system with full range padding for the perfect customized, comfortable fit
Lightweight, three piece microshell enhances durability without weighing you down

反光背心，这个不是必备物品，不过经常需要在夜间骑行的还是穿上比较完全。夜间在公园跑步的时候也可以用。

有折扣

2,005 个好评

No.1 Reflective Vest Running Gear | YOUR BEST CHOICE TO STAY VISIBLE | Ultralight & Comfy Motorcycle Reflective Vest | Large Pocket & Adjustable Waist | Safety Vest in 6 Sizes + Hi Vis Bands & Bag

✅EXCELLENT 360º VISIBILITY & SAFETY THAT YOU DESERVE This is your dream High Visibility Vest which is visible from 750 feet or more and it has a 360º coverage in all weather conditions. Your fear that you or your loved ones get hit by a car is history now! Our top notch Safety Vest is exactly what you need to become visible and safe! It meets EN20471 standard and high safety requirements for Ragnar competitions. You'll be shocked and amazed at how reflective it is! GET YOURS TODAY
✅THE MOST LIGHTWEIGHT & COMFORTABLE DESIGN with LARGE POCKET Ultra light mesh fabric provides instant comfort, breathability and keeps your body cool. Fully adjustable with durable velcro closure tabs for perfect fit. Easy to put on & off. It's so comfortable that you'll even forget you're wearing it! Front zippered pocket makes sure that your cell phone, money, keys, tunes...are always with you. This Reflective Jacket stays in place and doesn't move around, during your sports activities
✅EXCLUSIVE DEAL & VERSATILE, MORE THAN OTHER VEST Comes with 2 pcs High Reflective Arm / Ankle / Wrist Bands with fully adjustable velcro to ensure your safety at the highest level and makes your body ultra bright in the dark You'll get also very useful Mesh Bag for storage & carrying, to keep everything in one place (FREE FOR A LIMITED TIME).This multi-functional Reflector Vest is designed for running, cycling, dog walking, motorcycling, jogging, biking, marathon, traffic safety & much more

SAWNZC Reflective Vest Running Gear 2Pack, Adjustable Safety Vests Outdoor Reflective Belt High Visibility 4 Reflective Wristbands Straps for Night Cycling Motorcycle Dog Walk Jogging Construction

Note: the vests and wristbands can't illuminate by themselves, they will only be reflective when light falls on them
This reflective vest is breathable design, made with soft and durable knitted fabric, it is so comfortable to wear, it is elastic and with 4 adjustable buckles, you can adjust the waistline and shoulder to fit your body, almost one size fits most, for men,women and kids
High Visibility: offers 360°visibility, reflective material on the vest which makes you be seen 800 feets away by cars at any weather condition like dark, rain, fog ,to keep you safe all the time