Pace Knoxville

Pace Knoxville Bike Share

Unlock Knoxville

Pace Bike Share is here.
Grab a bike and go where you want, when you want.

Knoxville has had many nicknames over the years. Marble City, Scruffy City and the Dirty South come to the minds of those who know the city well. Yes, Knoxville is a college town. It’s also a biking destination… for both trails and greenways. And now it’s easier than ever to hop on a bike and go!

Knoxville is excited to offer a Pace Knoxville, a premier bike share experience for visitors and locals. With Pace, riders can rent and return bikes from a multitude of bike hubs located throughout downtown AND from public bike racks throughout the city.

200 bikes are now available. To find one near you, simply download the free Pace Bike Share app, available in the App Store or Google Play, then unlock the bike at the touch of a button. Pace rides in Knoxville cost $1.00 per half hour, and the first 30-minute ride for every new user is FREE!

* Use promo code VISITKNOXVILLE for $10 in ride credit (new users only) *

Download the Pace app to find and unlock bikes near you.

Pace Rides Cost

First 30 minutes for a new user - FREE

Each additional half hour - $1.00 per 30 minutes

Knoxville Bike Map

Knoxville Bike Map

Knoxville Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) has designed a Bicycling Map that rates roads within the city and county of Knoxville on traffic volume, speed, and availability of shoulders or wider lanes. In addition, the map highlights a few...

Knoxville Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) has designed a Bicycling Map that rates roads within the city and county...
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Helmets Available for Purchase

Bell Sports Rig Black Titanium Fang Adult Helmet

Bell Sports Rig Black Titanium Fang Adult Helmet

The True Fit system self-adjusts to ensure a proper fit every time. 16 vents keep your head cool while the built in visor protects from the sun & elements. Age Range: 14 years & up. Fits head sizes 22.4" - 24"

The True Fit system self-adjusts to ensure a proper fit every time. 16 vents keep your head cool while the built in visor...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Bicycle Sharing service?
Bicycle, or Bike, Sharing services are networks of bicycles that can be checked out by the general public for business or recreation. Reservations can often be made online and allow a resident or visitor to quickly unlock a bicycle through use of a keypad or smartphone.

Where are bike hubs located?

Visit Knoxville Visitors Center
The Old City near Lonesome Dove
Market Square near Krutch Park
Emory Place near Crafty Bastard Brewery
Market Square Garage
State Street Garage
Knoxville Station Transit Center
Outdoor Adventure Center
Knoxville Convention Center
University Apartments near Sunspot
Tyson Park
Rivers Edge Apartments near Suttree Landing Park
Third Creek Greenway

Do I need a helmet to ride a PACE bike?
No. According to T.C.A Section 55-52-105 a helmet is not required for a cyclist in Tennessee. The exception is for people under the age of sixteen; they are required to wear a helmet when riding a bicycle. Learn more at tn.gov

However to ensure your safety, bike helmets are available for purchase in the Knoxville Visitors Center.

What is Zagster and Pace?
Founded in 2007, and headquartered in Cambridge, Mass., Zagster operates more than 200 bike shares across 35 states. Zagster powers Pace, a nationwide bike share service for cities and colleges that offers all the benefits of dockless bike sharing with none of the drawbacks. Pace features a first-of-its-kind dockless bike sharing model that blends predictability and flexibility for riders while preserving order and safety for communities. Zagster’s mission: To make the bike the most loved form of transportation in every community.