SWIPE AND RIDE ARRIVES IN CAIRNS

Solar powered, credit card-enabled swipe and ride bicycle hire has arrived in Cairns, with the opening of the first Spinway bicycle station in the heart of the CBD at tech-savvy Rydges Esplanade Resort on Abbott Street.

“This is a fantastic partnership which underpins our mission to deliver innovative, memorable experiences to our guests and we are very proud to be the first,” said Rydges Esplanade Resort’s general manager, Shannon Craig.

Spinway Cairns provides lightweight, reliable bikes for hire 24/7, 365 days a year. Guests can simply swipe their credit card, select their preferred rental period, and take off to cycle around the sights of the city.

“Cairns, with its beautiful Esplanade precinct and expansive new bike path network is an ideal city for bike hire,” said Shannon.

“It’s such a stunning waterfront, and you can ride from our property to the city, Botanic Gardens, Redlynch Valley, the Northern Beaches and beyond without any truly steep hills to slow you down.”

“This is a fabulous, healthy and environmentally sustainable way for visitors to discover the many natural attractions our city offers.”

The bicycle station is located at the entrance of the Rydges Esplanade Hotel. Spinway have purposely selected Avanti bikes, with comfortable adjustable seats, puncture-resistant tyres and a low step frame suitable for a wide range of riders to ensure guests have a hassle-free spin around town.

Spinway Cairns Director Benjamin Zivkovic, said Rydges Esplanade was the first station to roll out across the region and the initial guest response was fantastic.

"Rydges Esplande has been the perfect property to launch Spinway Cairns," he said. "The hotel is in a great location with easy access to safe cycle paths. Guests can conveniently jump on a bike and ride to town for a bite to eat or a swim. Spinway is a great addition to the city’s cycling community and its great to see councils active in expanding cycling infrastructure.”

"In the coming weeks, we will be deploying further stations in hotels around Cairns, Palm Cove and Port Douglas, giving both locals and tourists access to a low-cost, environmentally friendly and fun way to both get around town and explore the area."

Spinway Cairns launched the Rydges station on Monday, 25 January 2016, which is the first of seven stations to roll out across the region.