Notes of a Native-Speaking English Teacher

 

In a nutshell: not ready for prime time.

I was happy to see the English options on the screen and relatively simple instructions.

Tried to go online to register.  Wouldn't take my name and ARC number.  Went to the booth near Gojan and spoke to the people there about it.  They had nothing to offer me, but they did take me in the office and help me try on the computer.  They told me to bring back a Korean speaking friend.  I asked them the best I could to write the issue on paper.  They wrote down in Korean "bring a Korean speaking friend".  Facepalm.

A friend in the office of my school made a phone call.  We were told that foreigners weren't added to the system yet.  They would do a work-around if I filled out a special form and send a copy of my ARC.  Done.

A few hours later, another call.  The ARC copy wasn't faxed clearly enough.  Send again - lighter.  Done.

A few hours later, yet another call.  Foreigners aren't yet eligible for the program yet due to a computer issue.

Three or four weeks later, no clear solution yet.

This is the sign out front.  It says that bikes can be rented between 7am and 8:30pm.

I believe it also says that they can be borrowed overnight.

They carry a selection of mountain bikes and cruisers.  This picture was taken on a Wednesday night.  I assume other nights are busier.  Most of the bikes have some kind of handlebar basket.  You will also be given a lock to use.

 

Here is a picture of some mumbo-jumbo with English sprinkled on top.  They take your Alien ID card and have you fill out this form the first time you rent a bike.  After that, you will be on file and get a special membership card.

The hours of operation.  Bikes can be returned anytime within these hours.

Monday - Friday : 6am - 9:30pm

Saturday : 9am - 5:30pm (must be returned same day)

Pretty easy. ^^

See the location link at the bottom for the exact area. 

Also, check out the Ansan bike rental website.