From ‘Rev’: An Inside Look at the Art of Rebalancing the Nation's Largest Bikeshare System

From ‘Rev’: An Inside Look at the Art of Rebalancing the Nation's Largest Bikeshare System

Like any other game, Bike Angels is a challenge—that’s what makes it fun. It’s a game of skill, puzzle, and chance all in one. Have you ever wondered what influences the conditions or algorithms that determine the Bike Angels game play, such as how many points are offered for a given station on a given day? 

Angels play a pivotal role in helping Citi Bike keep the system healthy, as part of the larger rebalancing effort. In a recent article, Rev, Lyft’s transportation blog, speaks to the nuance of the system, how that system affects rebalancing and Angels like you, and the role that Angel actions play to curb the larger rebalancing needs. Check out the article here. 👼