CDPHP Cycle! Kicks Off Decade with 400+ New E-Bikes | The Locally Times
The Capital Region's bike-sharing program marks a decade of service by deploying over 600 bikes, with more than 400 electric-assist models now available across nine municipalities.
After a decade of connecting communities, the Capital Region's CDPHP Cycle! bike-sharing program kicks off its 10th season today, April 1, 2026. A collaboration between CDPHP and CDTA, the program now serves nine municipalities, offering residents and visitors an accessible and environmentally conscious way to travel. ## E-Bikes Dominate Expanded Fleet Across Nine Municipalities The 2026 season significantly boosts CDPHP Cycle!'s capacity, with more than 400 new electric-assist bikes joining the fleet alongside new pedal bikes, bringing the total to over 600. This expansion, detailed in the CDTA's announcement today, aims to enhance accessibility across its service area. CDPHP Cycle! now operates in Amsterdam, Albany, Bethlehem, Saratoga Springs, Schenectady, Menands, Troy, Watervliet, and Warren County. Riders can choose from seasonal, monthly, and discounted student passes. Standard pedal bikes are priced at $0.08 per mile, while e-bikes cost $0.15 per mile, the CDTA confirmed. ## Million-Trip Milestone Fuels Continued Growth and Incentives Ridership soared during the 2025 season, with CDPHP Cycle! members logging over 1,000,000 trips — a clear indicator of bike-sharing's growing adoption as a mobility solution, the CDTA reported today. To encourage responsible usage, the program continues its popular “Return N Earn” initiative. This allows members to accrue credits for future memberships by returning out-of-hub bikes to designated stations. Monthly plan members who return 20 out-of-hub bikes can earn enough points to cover their next month's membership, with additional returns yielding extra free minutes. Furthermore, CDPHP Cycle! maintains a partnership with the Albany Housing Authority, providing reduced-cost memberships to Authority residents who enroll through the Albany Housing Authority Resource Center. ## A Decade of Health, Affordability, and Sustainable Travel Celebrating its 10th season, CDPHP Cycle! solidifies its role in expanding sustainable transportation choices across the Capital Region. Its continued operation and significant fleet expansion, especially with the new electric-assist models, offer a flexible option that complements existing public transit services. The CDTA's announcement today highlighted the program's decade-long impact on community health and how residents navigate the region. With its affordability and convenience, CDPHP Cycle! aims to be a viable alternative for daily commutes, errands, and recreational rides, influencing personal transportation costs and promoting physical activity. ## Your CDPHP Cycle! Questions Answered **How many bikes are available this season?** CDPHP Cycle! now boasts over 600 bikes, including more than 400 electric-assist models, the CDTA confirmed today. **What are the per-mile costs for using the bikes?** Standard pedal bikes cost $0.08 per mile, and e-bikes are $0.15 per mile. **Which areas are served by CDPHP Cycle!?** The program operates in Amsterdam, Albany, Bethlehem, Saratoga Springs, Schenectady, Menands, Troy, Watervliet, and Warren County.