Palo Alto Bicycles, in cooperation with the City of Palo Alto and Caltrain, operates Northern California's first bicycle commuter station. The project is funded by the City of Palo Alto and a grant from the Bay Area Air Quality Management.
The old baggage building at the depot has been converted into a staffed bicycle parking facility for bicycle commuters. It works like a coat check: you can leave your bike while you commute on the train or bus or while visiting Palo Alto. There is no charge for bicycle parking. The facility is open weekdays from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and on weekends from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
In addition to the parking facility there is a mechanic on duty to perform repairs and adjustments. Palo Alto Bicycles also operates a retail store at the depot where commuters can purchase ride necessities such as tubes, patch kits, reflective wear, lights, and a variety of other bicycle accessories.
It is easy to get off the train and rent a mountain or road bicycle. Then you can travel around the city or tour the surrounding miles of popular roads and trails.
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