Northtowne Corporate Bike Program
Helping Cedar Rapids businesses build healthier, happier, more productive teams
About the Program
The Northtowne Corporate Bike Program is a customizable corporate wellness and mobility solution designed for Cedar Rapids employers who want to support healthier lifestyles, reduce commuting stress, and offer meaningful benefits to their teams.
A corporate bike program gives employees access to bicycles for commuting, fitness, and recreation, helping them stay active, enjoy the outdoors, and improve overall well-being. Healthier employees are more energized, more productive, and more engaged at work.
At Northtowne, our mission is simple: help our community live happier and healthier lives through cycling and fitness. Partnering with local employers to offer cycling benefits is a natural extension of that mission.
Why Cycling? The Proven Health Benefits
According to the Better Health Channel, regular cycling can help protect individuals from serious health conditions including stroke, heart attack, some cancers, depression, diabetes, obesity, and arthritis. Cycling is also:
• A low-impact form of exercise suitable for all ages
• A fun, accessible way to stay active and reduce sedentary habits
• Easy to integrate into daily routines such as riding to work or running errands
These benefits translate directly into a healthier, more resilient workforce.
Benefits for Employers
A Northtowne Corporate Bike Program can help businesses:
• Reduce healthcare costs through improved employee wellness along with potential tax benefits.
• Increase productivity with more energized, active employees
• Support sustainability and reduce parking/traffic challenges
• Strengthen company culture with a unique, community-minded benefit
• Attract and retain talent with modern, wellness-focused perks
Benefits for Employees
Employees enjoy:
• Better cardiovascular health and reduced risk of chronic disease
• Improved mental well-being and reduced stress levels
• Increased physical activity without needing extra gym time
• A fun, environmentally friendly commuting option
• Access to high-quality hybrid bikes, e-bikes, accessories, and ongoing maintenance
What Northtowne Provides
We offer flexible, customizable programs designed around your company’s needs:
1. Corporate Bike Purchasing or Leasing
Choose from:
• Employer-purchased bikes
• Employer-subsidized bikes
• Employee purchase programs with corporate discounts
2. Accessories & Safety Gear
Packages can include:
• Helmets
• Lights
• Locks
• Fenders
• Visibility gear
3. Monthly Service & Safety Program
Our mechanics come on-site once per month to provide:
• Full safety checks
• Minor adjustments
• Tire, brake, and drivetrain inspections
• Bi-annual tune-ups for all enrolled bikes
4. Corporate Discounts
Special pricing on select inventory for participating businesses.
5. Mobile Service Benefits
We bring the shop to you saving employees time and keeping bikes in top condition.
6. Special Orders
If an employee wants a hard-to-find or specialty bike, Northtowne will source it.
7. Wellness Program Integration
We can help you incorporate cycling into your existing wellness initiatives, including:
• Commuter challenges
• Group rides
• Incentive programs
• Education on safe riding and route planning
How the Program Works
1. Consultation
Northtowne meets with your team to understand your goals, budget, and employee needs.
2. Program Design
We build a custom package bike selection, accessories, service plan, and employee benefits.
3. Launch & Onboarding
We deliver bikes and provide safety and maintenance education.
4. Ongoing Support
Monthly on-site service, tune-ups, and access to Northtowne’s full shop resources.
Why Partner With Northtowne?
We’re more than a bike shop, we’re a community partner.
Our goal is to help Cedar Rapids employers create healthier workplaces and happier employees through the power of cycling.