Citibikes

Row of bicycles outside 6th & B Community Garden.

Citibikes are very popular in the East Village. They're cheap (if you get an annual membership) and there's almost always one available (if you time it right), and with an ever-growing number of bike lanes, they're quickly becoming the vehicle-of-choice for many people.

The only trouble I've had is finding one if I leave the apartment late. Even then, there are stations within a short distance where I can get one. Then, if I leave work late, sometimes the nearest station to lock-up is full, but again, there's always more than one nearby that has empty stalls.