About Bicycle Parking on the UC Santa Cruz Campus

Current UCSC code states that bicycles “...shall not be parked, stood, or locked against any lightpost, stair railing, ramp, or any portion thereof, nor shall they block in any way curb cuts, ramps, or paths of accessible travel. Bicycles shall be parked in bicycle racks provided; those parked elsewhere may be impounded.” The bicycle owner will be responsible for all costs associated with this action, including the citation, an impound fee, and the cost of removing the bicycle from where it is locked.

Bike racks can be found at transit and shuttle stops, and near most major buildings on campus. For more information, or to request additional bike racks, contact the TAPS Bike Coordinator at 831–469–1942 or send us an email request.

Recent information warning about the lack of security provided by U–lock round key bicycle locks should be heeded when securing bikes to racks. It is now recommended that cyclists purchase a good a flat key or combination U-lock from a bicycle shop. Those that have a Kryptonite U-lock are advised to go to the Kryptonite website for information on how to obtain a free product upgrade that is being offered for certain types of Kryptonite locks purchased since September 2002.