Mary Delaney, 28, has signed up for the Barclays Cycle Hire Scheme and was attracted to the availability of a bike when she needs it.
Mary, thank you for talking to Itsuptoallofus. Can you just clarify for our readers how we met?
Mary: You approached me while I was taking a bike from this docking station. You asked a few questions about the scheme and we got talking. It's very nice to meet you!
Thank you, you too. How did you hear about the Barclays Cycle Hire Scheme?
Mary: I read about it in the Metro then went online and looked at the website. It looked like a good idea but I didn't think it would work until I saw the bikes and how easy everything was.
What attracted you to sign up and use the bikes?
Mary: I work not too far from here and am a financial consultant, I usually use the train and this is a more enjoyable way to get about as well as quicker. I don't need to wait for a bike too long.
So you've swapped public transport for the bike which is great and it's obviously helping you stay in fantastic shape, did you say you sometimes need to wait for a bike?
Mary: Thank you, I have to say cycling definitely helps with my legs which I hate with a passion when I'm working out in the gym. Yes, I like it when I get here or to another docking station and there's a bike there but sometimes there isn't and I usually wait around 5 minutes and one will be returned. It's better to wait for one rather than the train.
Would you recommend the cycle hire scheme to others?
Mary: I already have. People know I use it and it's great because I don't cycle otherwise. I've always wanted to but can't be bothered with the expense of a bike, storage and upkeep. I don't know how to change a tyre or anything, I just want to get on a bike and ride, and this allows me to do that. It's a bike when I need one and it's good to see others use it too.
Mary, thank you. Now on your bike!
Mary: Not my bike, Barclays' bike!
