Sharing is Caring: YoGo Bikeshare
Yogo Bikeshare was started in the heart of Downtown Youngstown, OH, by President Ronnell Elkins. Ronnell stated, “Youngstown, Ohio is our home, and over the last decade, there have been many strides to turn our city around and provide a better quality of life for our current residents, but also in an effort to attract new residents and businesses. Many larger cities have thriving bikeshare programs, so for our team, it wasn’t a question of & “Why Youngstown” but more & “Why not Youngstown?”.
Services:
YoGo Bikeshare provides a convenient and efficient bike-sharing service designed to make getting around the city more accessible than ever. YoGo’s traditional bike-share operation features strategically placed docking stations throughout the greater Downtown area, allowing for easy access and a seamless experience. Riders need to download its user-friendly app, scan a bike at any of our docking stations, and enjoy the freedom to ride around town for as long as they desire within our designated service area. Once their ride is complete, they can re-dock the bike at any available station across the city, making transportation hassle-free and flexible. Whether you’re commuting, exploring, or just enjoying the ride, YoGo Bikeshare is here to help you move through Youngstown with ease.
What’s on the Path Ahead?
As YoGo Bikeshare moves forward, its next objective is to expand within the current service area by adding more docking stations at key local landmarks, enhancing convenience for riders. Looking ahead, there are significant opportunities for growth in the coming years. YoGo is eager to expand its presence across different neighborhoods in Youngstown, reaching out to surrounding suburbs and regional college campuses that currently lack bike-share or rideshare options. The main goal is to make YoGo Bikeshare accessible to more people, providing an eco-friendly, convenient transportation solution that meets the needs of diverse communities. With this expansion, YoGo Bikeshare aims to strengthen its position as a critical player in the region’s transportation network while supporting the overall development of the areas it serves.
Minority Business Assistance Center at YBI + YoGo Bikeshare:
“Without the MBAC team, we wouldn’t be where we are today,” said President Ronnell Elkins. “They believed in our vision and provided the guidance needed to secure funding for Youngstown’s first-ever bike share program.”
MBAC’s guidance helped secure essential funding for YoGo’s bikes and docking stations, making the business possible.
YoGo Bikeshare has created a great resource and fun activity for Downtown Youngstown, OH. If you haven’t already, join in on all the fun! Download the YoGo Bikeshare app, and let your adventure begin!