Department COVID-19 Updates:
Bike Shop
We've seen significant demand to climb this winter season. Thank you for your patience as we navigate capacity and continue to ensure the safety of those in our community.
Expanded access:
- OAC Climbing Gym expanded hours:
- Beginning January 2nd, we will add a session from 12p-1:50p. Existing timeslots at 2p, 4, and 6p remain.
The RSVP system will continue:
- Sessions available: 12p-1:50p, 2p-3:50p, 4p-5:50p, 6p-7:50p. RSVP’s will be forfeited if climbers do not arrive within 20 minutes of session start time or we receive no other communication from you.
- Climbers can RSVP for up to 2 sessions in any 7 day period + no more than 1 session per day.
- Walk ups are welcomed, but session RSVP’s will be granted priority in access.
- If you are having trouble securing an RSVP through the portal below, email us at outdoorrec@unl.edu.
- OAC Climbing Gym Capacity: 20 climbers
- Classic Wall Capacity: 6 climbers
- Climbing is available for Climbers with a Pass. If you do not currently possess a pass with our gym, but pass a Top Rope or Lead Climbing/Belay Skills check we can discuss pass options for you.
- Masks will be required at all times, even while climbing. 6’ of physical distancing is expected of all climbers. Please be mindful to comply with these expectations in the gym.
- All seating areas, door handles, cubbies and metal climbing gear will be wiped down and sanitized between climbing sessions. Please be aware, due to the nature of climbing holds, we cannot sanitize holds in between use. We do not recommend you resume climbing if you or people in your social network are at a high risk for COVID.
Outdoor Adventures Equipment Rentals Are Available!
Follow the link below to reserve equipment online.
Reserve Your Equipment Online Now!
General InformationThe focus of the Outdoor Adventures Bike Shop is to provide the UNL Community affordable pay-for-service repairs by trained staff to keep you and your bicycle on the road.
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Tune-ups & Checks
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$ STUDENT / $ MEMBER / $GENERAL PUBLIC
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| SAFETY CHECK |
$10 / $10 / $20
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BASIC TUNE-UP
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$34 / $34 / $70
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Everything in the SAFETY CHECK plus:
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Same Day Services
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$ STUDENT / $ MEMBER / $GENERAL PUBLIC
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| SLIME ONE TUBE Schrader Valves Only |
$4 / $4 / $10
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| INSTALL NEW TIRE |
$3 / $3 / $6 parts cost not included
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INSTALL NEW TUBE
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$3 / $3 / $6 parts cost not included
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- Prices are subject to sales tax and may change without prior notification.
- WALK-INS WELCOME! Appointments are helpful to minimize the time you are off your bike.
- All maintenance is completed at the Outdoor Adventures Gear Rental & Bike Shop in the Outdoor Adventures Center. Bikes left in shop more than 3 days after repairs completed subject to $3.00 storage fee on the 4th day and $0.50 per day fee each day after.
- Most parts purchased from the Bike Shop will be installed with a Basic Tune-up for no additional charge. Excludes: Wheel building, bearing repacking/rebuilding, hydraulic brakes, shock maintenance, special services beyond what is done with our basic tune-up.
- Ask our staff for an estimate for additional services you need for your bike beyond our basic tune-up level.
Classes & Clinics (non-credit)
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| Bike Commuter Skills | This class teaches adult bicyclists how to use a bicycle with confidence and competence for pleasure, utility and sport under various road, climate, terrain and traffic conditions. Class time is spent on your bike doing drills to build your bike handling skills and riding on the streets as a part of traffic. Each class will cover three levels: • Bicycle handling drills in the parking lot • Bicycling in traffic • Enjoying the ride |
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| Bike Maintenance Skills Class | Ever been stuck on the trail or street and not know what to do? Sign up for this class and practice basic maintenance items you can do on your own bike to get home and discuss other biking-related topics. A new topic will be presented each class night. Topics that will be covered include patching a flat, basic brake and deraileur adjustments, riding position/bike fit and layering for winter commuting enjoyment. |
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