With the addition of a new compressed air pump on campus, biking at UMD has never been as convenient.

There are plenty of biking resources available to students, faculty and staff who choose to bike to UMD, as well as some for the larger Duluth Community.

The newest of these resources is the compressed air pump beneath the Dining Center, installed by UMD Facilities Management earlier this month.  The unit will be available year round to fill deflated tires, as the compressor is stored inside the building, while the hose is run outside through a wall.

Continental Ski & Bike representative and UMD Sustainability Office intern David Rosen also gives free bike tune-ups during the weekly farmer’s market.  The Market Day in the Plaza takes place every Wednesday from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m at the Kirby Plaza.

Other biking resources include bike racks around campus and six year-round bike lockers, located adjacent to the new air compressor.

Biking is not only a healthy choice, but also a sustainable one.  Approximately one pound of CO2  is emitted for every mile driven.  Biking is a great way to reduce your carbon footprint, and there’s no better time than now to enjoy Duluth’s gorgeous scenery with a relaxing ride around town.