RMIT Riders Club
The RMIT Riders Club was started by a broad mix of people eager to bring cyclists together and use our combined resources to take advantage of cycling events and destinations otherwise out of an individuals reach. Along the way we hope to improve services and facilities in and around RMIT, become an enviable team competitively, and share our collective experiences, but above all else, enjoy the freedom and rewards cycling offers. Our main groups are:
- Endurance racing and competition (road bikes, velodrome etc)
- Mountain biking (cross-country, down-hill and freestyle)
- Touring and exploring (rail trails etc)
- Commuting and transportation
For more information of what we do and how we may be able to help you with your cycling needs contact us here.
Cycling to RMIT
Being in the city, there are many places around where you can hitch your bike. There is, however, a purpose-built bike cage.
RMIT have a secure bike cage in Building 51, on the corner of Victoria and Cardigan Streets that can hold 142 Bikes and is for both staff and student use. The following text was in a recent staff newsletter.
"Users who already have access cards to enter computer labs, for example, can have their cards programmed to operate the bike enclosure lock by contacting the Hub and completing the necessary form. Students can, for a small fee, obtain a card just to use the cage if they do not currently have one by contacting the Hub also."
Otherwise, I'd refer you to Sheldon Brown's lock strategy page. And, an ugly bike means less likelihood of theft.
The original post along with a map of the parking cage can be found here.