HomeMy WebLinkAbout07-15-10 SB Park Dept. to begin rental of “Street Strider” & bikes at East Race
NEWS RELEASE
July 15, 2010
Contact: Paul McMinn, Asst. Recreation Director, 574.299.4768 ext. 245
SB Park Dept. to begin rental of “Street Strider” & bikes
at East Race
SOUTH BEND, Indiana – What has three wheels, unconventional handlebars, provides a
great workout, and is a lot of fun? The “Street Strider” of course. The South Bend
Parks & Recreation Department has four of the new pieces of equipment and will begin
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renting them to the public weekends beginning July 17 . The Strider’s will be located
at the East Race, along with three conventional bikes.
What is a Street Strider? Imagine an elliptical cross trainer on wheels. The strider
combines jogging, cycling, and skiing motions into an easy to ride fun outdoor activity.
The “Street Strider” was also featured on the popular program “The Biggest Loser”.
The strider and bikes will rent for $5 an hour, and the user will be required to provide a
current, valid ID. Rental times are the same as East Race operating hours, Saturdays
from 12n-5 pm, and Sundays 1 pm- 5 pm.
The public can get a glimpse of the strider on the South Bend Parks & Recreation
Department’s web site at www.sbpark.org/aquatics/strider.htm , or by visiting the East
Race weekends!
Remember, July is National Parks & Recreation month, so everyone should get off the
couch and enjoy an area park!
For more information on Parks & Recreation Department events, facilities, or programs,
call (574) 299-4765 or visit www.sbpark.org .
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