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On 7 Aug, 20:03, Mizter T wrote:

Why is wanting to use a bike for a longer period such a sin that it
should attract such a disproportionately high charge? How large is
the area covered by the scheme, is it only central London, or does it
extend further? How long would it take to cylcle from one side to the
other in heavy traffic? Are you allowed to check it in, and then
immediately check it out again?

The whole point is to keep the hire bikes in use, not just locked away
somewhere. These heavy bikes are only intended for short trips --
someone planning to ride more than a couple of miles, or uphill, or
fast, would probably prefer to use a conventional bike.

The currently covered area is only central London, but I suppose it will
widen over time. You can see the area clearly in the map:
https://web.barclayscyclehire.tfl.gov.uk/maps