I love bargains and accessible transit but what a hassle. First-timers should allow extra time to navigate Divvy's awkward kiosk interface. The Groupon redemption instructions and app design introduced another level of annoyance.

Very convenient, bikes always solid and clean, readily available. Like the handy rack to hold things on the front.

It's winter and I've already used my membership at least 12 times. Everything just got more efficient in my life, yayyy.

I was skeptical about Divvy, but when I saw they had a Groupon, I decided to try it out. I'm hooked - it's so convenient! I even got a friend to sign up!

Love Divvy. So easy and cheap to get from A to B in Chicago if you're brave enough to ride those mean streets.

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Limit 1 per person. Valid only for option purchased. Must activate Gear Membership on Divvy website by expiration on March 31, 2017. Online redemption required for ''Gear'' membership. Must be 16 or older. Bikes are available year-round, seven days a week, 24 hours a day. Valid credit card required; credit card will only be charged if overtime fees are incurred. 24-hour passes expire May 31, 2017 and can be used across visits and shared across multiple people. Valid at all 581 stations. Other account fees may occur including lost or damaged bike fee and lost key fee. See full terms in the Divvy user agreement

About Divvy

Divvy Divvy's blue-painted cycles are specially designed, heavy-duty, durable bikes that help riders find their wheels across Chicagoland. There are currently more than 5,800 of them cruising the streets and parked at 580+ solar-powered, touch-screen-equipped stations, which make up this highly popular bike-share program.

Getting in on the action is simple, as Divvy is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Purchasing a 24-hour pass or an annual membership lets you unlock any bike at any Divvy station. After adjusting its seat to fit your height , it's ready to take for a ride—perhaps along the Lakefront Trail, to work, or on an adventure with friends. If your trip lasts less than 30 minutes, you won't pay anything extra. For longer jaunts, you can pay a usage fee or just re-dock your bike at any station and take out another one. (The system has twice as many docking spots as bikes, so you shouldn't have trouble finding a parking space.)

The cheery blue bikes themselves are designed for smooth city riding. An internal gear system means there's no chain to snag pant legs or skirt hems, and a front rack relieves shoulders of purses and bags. Flashing front and rear lights and a bell ensure that other road and path users know that you're rolling through.

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A First-Timer's Guide to Divvy Biking

Most Divvy rides go smoothly, but sometimes you'll hit a bump along the way. Be prepared with these tips and tricks for bike-share newbies.