Bike repair station donated to City of Jackson by People for the Parks & Experience Jackson

Cyclists needing a quick fix while enjoying local trails now have a new feature to help them in times of need. Experience Jackson has joined forces with People for the Parks and Trails (PPT) to donate a new bike repair station to the City of Jackson for use on the MLK Equality Trail.

The bike repair station has been installed at New Leaf Park, a small trailhead park located off Fourth Street along the MLK Equality Trail. The Dero Fixit Plus station includes all the tools necessary to perform basic bike repairs and maintenance, from changing a flat to adjusting brakes and gears. Hanging arms give cyclists an easy place to adjust bikes. An air pump attached to the stand helps cyclists fix flats while on the go. The stand's installation was completed on Monday, Aug. 19. A video that shows how the station works is available on this page.

People for the Parks and Trails is a resident-led non-profit organization dedicated to improving park facilities in the City of Jackson through volunteer projects, advocacy and donations. Each year, the volunteer group donates a new park feature to the City parks system. Previous donations include trash cans and bike racks. Experience Jackson, the area's official tourism bureau, sponsored PPT's 2024 donation to help boost bicycle tourism in the Jackson area.

"When visiting any destination, both leisure and business travelers seek out activities to either drive their visit or enhance their experience while in town," said Rachel Buchanan, Experience Jackson's Marketing & Development Manager. "Our outdoor trails county-wide offer both a relaxing and quality activity during their stay. Having the tools to keep their riding equipment in the best shape is a way for them to remember local hospitality."

PPT President and Co-Founder Aaron Dimick thanks Experience Jackson for this donation. "MLK Equality Trail is a big community asset when it comes to keeping the community active, but also assisting residents in getting to school and work," Dimick said. "This new station will enhance the experience of using the trail for both residents and visitors to the area."

The MLK Equality Trail is Jackson's main pedestrian trail. The primary section of this 4 mile paved trail network starts in Downtown Jackson, going through several south and west side residential neighborhoods before transitioning at Weatherwax Drive in Summit Township. This is where the trail turns into Jackson County's Falling Waters Trail, which can be used to reach Lime Lake County Park and the Village of Concord.