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The Basics
Fueling Up
4 Simple Steps to Zipcar Freedom
1. join
Apply online today. It only takes a few minutes. Once you're approved, you get your very own Zipcard and can start planning road trips.
2. reserve
Reserve a Zipcar – for a couple hours or the entire day. Do it online or on your mobile.
We're easy.
3. unlock
Walk to the car and hold your Zipcard to the windshield for a few seconds. The doors will unlock and it's all yours!
4. drive
Drive away... and return to the same reserved parking spot at the end of your reservation. That's it! (And remember, gas and insurance are included.)
what's included
The beauty of car sharing is that it just makes sense. It's there when you need it and not when you don't. Just imagine never having to make a car payment, pay an auto insurance bill, or worry about the cost of gas again. Hallelujah.
Gas, insurance & daily mileage are on us
We throw in all the fixins: gas, comprehensive insurance, and up to 180 miles/day (Of course if you go antiquing, that armoire is on you.)
Your very own Zipcard
Be a card-carrying Zipster. This magical card unlocks thousands of cars (and exclusive deals) in cities around the world.
Frequently Asked Questions
Of course you have questions. It's not every day someone decides to hand you the keys to a brand new car.
Joining Zipcar
What are the eligibility requirements to join Zipcar?
To be eligible, you must:
- Applicants must be 21 years or older to be eligible for application/membership; 18-20 years old if affiliated with a college or university
- Applicants must have a valid driver's license
- Applicants will be required to accept terms and conditions of the member application and member agreement (stating their driving record complies with Zipcar terms and conditions)
- Applicants that possess a non-US or Ontario based license are required to complete and submit a "declarations form" attesting to the validity of their driving history and license status
- If you are joining in Michigan and are under the age of 21, no major violations, "incidents" or alcohol or drug related violations are allowed.
Major Violations
- Excessive speed (20 mph or more over speed limit)
- Operating to endanger, reckless driving, etc.
- Leaving the scene of an accident involving property damage
- Operating a motor vehicle with a suspended or revoked license
- Speeding in a school zone (or similar events)
In addition to the requirements above, Zipcar reserves the right to decline membership based on driving history or credit issues.
How do I join Zipcar?
How long does it take to become a member?
Before you can drive, you'll need a Zipcard. Your Zipcard will arrive in the mail 3-7 days after you apply. If you want to drive sooner, you can pick up your Zipcard at a local Zipcar office. (Make sure to select this option on your application.)
Either way, we'll also need to review your driving record before you're approved to drive. This process typically takes just a few hours, but in some cases, it may take a little longer:
- If you have a driver's license from outside the US or Canada, you'll need to submit this driving and accident record declaration along with a copy of your license and passport to email@example.com
- If you have a license from the State Department, US Territory or a Canadian province other than Ontario, you'll need to send this driving and accident record declaration with a copy of your license and ID to email@example.com
We'll keep you posted by email about the status of your application.
If you choose to pick up your Zipcard at a local office, you'll need to show your driver's license and the credit or debit card used on your application.
How does the 30-day trial work?
- Trial applies only to the membership fee.
- Trial does not apply to the application fee.
- Trial does not apply to the monthly commitment on pre-paid plans such as the Extra Value Plan.
- Trial does not apply to driving costs.
- Trial available for new members only. Members re-opening accounts are not eligible for the trial.
- If a coupon is redeemed and membership is cancelled within 30 days, the coupon becomes void and all driving will be charged to the member.
- Trial not valid for accounts with a discounted rate plan (this includes, but is not limited to, Zipcar as an HR benefit, business plans, sponsored plans, and university memberships).
- 30 days start once your membership application has been submitted to Zipcar.
If you sadly choose to relinquish your membership within the first 30 days, call us at 1‑866‑4ZIPCAR and we'll refund your membership fee.
Do you offer corporate Zipcar memberships?
Can I join if I have a driver's license from outside the US or Canada?
Reserving a Zipcar
How do I reserve a Zipcar?
You can also call 1‑866‑4ZIPCAR and have a rep make a reservation for you, but will be charged a $3.50 agent reservation charge.
For how long can I book a Zipcar?
If you'd like to keep a car for more than 7 days, you can call us and we'll try to help you out. Please understand that due to availability, location and other factors, we cannot guarantee reservations longer than 7 days.
Can I book a one-way trip with Zipcar?
For all other reservations, you'll need to return your Zipcar to its home location at the end of your trip.
How much mileage is included?
Reservations lasting 24 hours or shorter:
- 180 miles included
- $0.45 for each additional mile (up to $0.55 for premium vehicles and cargo vans)
Reservations exceeding 24 hours:
- 180 miles included for each 24-hour period
- 20 miles included for each additional hour of your reservation until you reach 180 miles
- $0.45 for each additional mile (up to $0.55 for premium vehicles and cargo vans)
For members on the Access rate plan, reservations include 100 miles.
You can estimate extra mileage charges for a specific reservation from your confirmation page. Just click the "details" link next to the estimated cost.
*Mileage included varies by country. Learn more about using Zipcars in other countries.
What's the cancellation policy?
If you don't cancel or shorten with the required advance notice, you're responsible for the full amount of the reservation.
Note that there's a 30-minute window after you book your car where you can make any changes without incurring a charge.
Zipcar vehicles
What types of vehicles can I drive?
Please note that models vary by city. View Zipcars in your city.
Do Zipcars have automatic or manual transmissions?
If you reserve a Zipcar in another country, you may come across some with manual transmissions. If you prefer, you can filter your search to show only automatic cars. Learn more about using Zipcars in other countries.
What are "hourly only" Zipcars?
Are any Zipcars equipped with hand controls?
What is Zipcar's recall policy?
Periodically, automobile manufacturers provide notices of issues relating to their vehicles. These notices range from minor issues to serious problems that may pose a risk to the safety of the driver, passengers and the general public.
In the United States, when Zipcar receives a safety recall notice from a vehicle manufacturer under the Motor Vehicle Safety Act, Zipcar identifies the affected vehicles in our fleet and removes them from our reservations system, which prevents them from being reserved. These vehicles cannot be used by our members until we are able to implement a remedy that has been approved by the manufacturer and the National Highway Transportation and Safety Administration (NHTSA). Members with future reservations on recalled vehicles will be moved to another car while the issue is addressed.
How do I unlock a Zipcar?
Once you've scanned in with your Zipcard, you can then either use your smartphone or your Zipcard to lock and unlock the doors throughout your reservation. We have apps for iPhone® or Android™.
Where are the car keys?
Note that some car models have start buttons instead of keys. To start one of these cars, simply step on the brake, press the start button, and you're good to go.
In some countries, the key is in the glove compartment. Learn more about driving Zipcars in other countries.
Can I take the car early?
The doors will only unlock early if the car is available. If you can't get in, that means the car may still be reserved by the previous member. Simply wait until your reservation start time and try again.
What if the car is damaged?
If you notice any problems, call us at 1‑866‑4ZIPCAR and report it. Please provide us with as much detail as possible, like the exact location of the damage, the approximate size of any dents or scratches, etc.
You don't want to be held responsible for damage you didn't cause, so please don't forget to check at the start of every reservation.
What if the car is dirty or low on fuel?
If you'd like to take the car for a cleaning, you can pay for it and we'll reimburse your account up to $15. If you prefer, we'll do our best to move you to a different vehicle.
Can I extend my reservation?
What about tolls?
- Throughout Boston, Chicago, Philadelphia, New York and many universities, cars are equipped with E-ZPass® toll passes. These work everywhere the E-ZPass logo is displayed.
- In Miami, Florida, cars are equipped with SunPass® toll passes. These can be used on most toll roads and bridges throughout Florida. However, they cannot be used at the toll to Key Biscayne or on the Venetian Causeway.
- In California, including many universities, cars are equipped with FasTrak® toll passes. These can be used on all toll roads throughout California, Bay Area bridges and future Express Lanes.
- In Washington state, including all universities, cars are equipped with Good To Go! passes. These can be used on the Tacoma Narrows Bridge, SR 167 HOT lanes and the SR 520 floating bridge.
- In Canada, tolls for highway 407 in Toronto and the Golden Ears Bridge and road network in Vancouver are charged electronically as you pass through them — there are no tollbooth attendants. We receive a monthly statement with toll charges and then bill the charges to your Zipcar account.
In all the other cities you'll need to pay cash at the tollbooths.
Personal toll passes
If your Zipcar comes with a toll pass, don't try to use your own personal pass instead as this may confuse the system and result in double-charging. If you're in one of our cities that does not offer toll passes, you may use your own as long as you follow the rules and regulations set up by the toll authority. This means that you'll need to register the Zipcar on your account. If we receive notice of an unpaid toll, we'll have to redirect it to you, along with a penalty charge.
Do you have roadside assistance?
Can I take my pet in a Zipcar?
Service animals used by disabled members or passengers with disabilities are an exception. These animals are allowed in the car without a pet carrier. If you need to bring a service animal into a Zipcar, please let us know by calling 1‑866‑4ZIPCAR so that we can clean the car for the next member.
Can I smoke in a Zipcar?
Oh, and holding a cigarette outside the car while driving is STILL considered smoking in the car. Just so you know.
Can someone else drive during my reservation?
Non-members are not covered by our insurance. If you allow a non-member to drive during your reservation, you will be responsible for repairs if damage occurs to the car while they're driving. You will lose your membership as well. Which is a bad thing.
What if I leave (or find) something in my Zipcar?
If it's outside the three-hour window, you should make a reservation for the next available hour to gain access to the Zipcar.
If you find an item in a Zipcar, please place it in the glove compartment or trunk and give us a call at 1‑866‑4ZIPCAR. Hopefully the member will return for their missing item. You can also post it in the online Lost & Found forum.
What if I'm picking up my car from a garage with a valet?
Here are a few more things to know about garages with valets:
Calling ahead
Some garages request that you call prior to your reservation. If this applies to your reservation, you'll see a note and the garage's phone number on your reservation confirmation page.
Waiting for your Zipcar
If the garage is busy, sometimes you may have to wait to get your car, even if you've called ahead. If you have not scanned into your reservation by your scheduled start time, call us at 1‑866‑4ZIPCAR and we will work with you to extend your reservation or credit you accordingly for lost time.
Resolving issues with your reservation
If there's a problem with your reservation or vehicle, please call Zipcar. While garage attendants have a good working relationship with Zipcar, they are employed by the garage — not by Zipcar. If you have an issue, the attendant may not be able to assist you in the same way that a Zipcar rep can.
Tipping garage attendants
If the garage attendant was kind, courteous, did the job well and you wish to extend gratitude, they will appreciate the gesture. The choice to give a gratuity for service is a personal one, and certainly yours to make.
Can I use a valet service during my reservation?
Can I park in commercial zone during my reservation?
What if I get a ticket during my reservation?
Report it. Call us right away at 1‑866‑4ZIPCAR or email email@example.com and let us know that you received a ticket. Whether you've paid it, or decided to appeal it, we want a record of what's happening. We want to know the date and time the violation was issued, the license plate of the vehicle, the type of violation (speeding, parking, etc), the ticket #, how much it is for and what city gave it to you. This way if something goes wrong in the payment process, or you encounter glitches, we'll know you've got it covered and we won't just assume you tossed it in the gutter. Note that certain violations may impact insurance coverage, so it's very important to report any violation to Zipcar.
What if I don't pay it? If you do not pay a ticket, we will be notified and charge you a $30 processing fee. Additionally, you are responsible for the cost of the ticket. If we can, we will redirect the violation to you. If we can't redirect it, we will pay the fine, along with any late fees and bill the total to your account. Other fines or membership suspension can also result, so please pay the ticket when you get it.
Can I dispute it? If you wish to contest a violation and the issuing municipality allows it, be sure to do so promptly! If we receive a notice in the mail, and you have yet to dispute the ticket with the issuing municipality, we will automatically bill your account for the amount of the violation, plus the processing fee.
What if I'm in an accident with my Zipcar?
- Call the emergency services if there are any injuries, damage to either vehicle involved, or if you believe you are not at fault. Having a police report is your best defense during an insurance investigation. If the police will not come to the scene, be sure to ask them why and let us know their reason.
- Then call us at 1‑866‑4ZIPCAR to tell us there's been an accident.
- Collect the following information:
- If someone was injured, note whether a the individual was taken from the scene in an ambulance, and find out which hospital they were taken to.
- Record when (date and time) and where the incident happened.
- Get the contact details for all parties involved, including the driver's name (and vehicle owner, if different from the driver), phone number, address, license number, insurance company and policy number, vehicle registration plate number and vehicle identification number (VIN).
- If there was damage to an object (fence, sign, post, etc), get the contact information of the owner.
- Protect your version of the incident:
- Take pictures of all damage and the scene of the accident. This is very important for any insurance claim that might be filed.
- Get independent witnesses. Your passengers, family and friends do not count as independent witnesses. If any other bystanders witnessed the incident, ask for their contact details and get them to write down what they saw.
- Take note if any party apologizes or accepts responsibility for the incident. If possible, get it in writing and notify us of this information. You can even call us at 1‑866‑4ZIPCAR and put the other party on the phone with us.
- Once you're back home safe and sound, we'll need some documentation about the incident. See details.
- If you have completed steps 1 through 5, then go do something nice for yourself. After all, you did everything you could just the way we needed you to.
Unfortunately your Zipcar membership will be suspended until we obtain all of the details about the accident. For insurance purposes, we have to complete a thorough investigation, but you will be notified as soon as your account is reinstated. This process usually takes about two weeks. You can always email email@example.com if you have any questions or call your local office.
Gassing up your Zipcar
Who pays for gas?
We do! You just need to fill the tank using the fuel card inside the car when it gets to 1/4 full. (Or is it 3/4 empty? Whichever.) The Zipcar gas policy is included in our 6 simple rules and it's how we make sure everybody starts off their trip right.
How do I put gas in the Zipcar?
Fuel is on us! You'll find the gas card in the driver's sun visor. To fill up, you'll need to enter the vehicle's mileage (the odometer reading on the dash). You'll also need the first six digits of your Zipcard number or your gas ID number. Watch a short video on how to fill up.
Always check your car details or the inside of the gas cap to ensure you add the correct fuel type — mistakes can be expensive!
In some countries, the fuel card is in a different spot inside the car. Learn more about driving Zipcars in other countries.
What if the gas card isn't accepted?
Returning your Zipcar
Where do I return the Zipcar when I am done?
Need a reminder of the car's home location? Directions are available on your reservation confirmation and in the mobile apps.
What if the Zipcar space is taken or blocked?
If there's another car in the Zipcar spot, please make a note of the make, model, and number plate of the unfortunate offender so that we can have them towed away.
How do I end my reservation?
Be sure to lock up with your Zipcard and leave the keys inside the car. (Even if you're returning the car to a location that has a valet service, make sure to scan out.)
Do I get credit for returning the car early?
What happens if I return the car late?
If you return your car late, you will be charged late fees starting at $50. Timely returns are really important in the world of car sharing. If someone returns a car late, then the next member can't start their reservation on time. We'll have to find them another car, and sometimes we'll even have to put them in a taxi to get to it. So you can see why we need to have late fees. We're not trying to be mean, we're just trying to make sure that members get their cars when they need them.
Here are a few tips to help avoid late return fees:
- Sign up for Zipcar Text Alerts. We'll send you reminders about your reservation, and also let you know if you can extend your trip.
- When you reserve your car, make sure you allow enough time for your entire trip. Think about travel time (there and back) and the amount of time you'll spend at your destination. Go ahead and book a little extra if you're not sure.
- Leave your destination on time. If it took you an hour to get there, most likely it's going to take you an hour to get back. Allow some cushion for traffic delays too.
- If at any time during your reservation you realize that you won't be able to get the Zipcar back on time, you can always try to extend your reservation from your smartphone or call 1‑866‑4ZIPCAR. If there's not another reservation immediately after yours, you can extend. If someone is waiting for the car, we will need to make other arrangements for them, so please call us as soon as you can.
What happens if I return the car dirty or with low fuel?
Insurance and damage
What's the insurance coverage?
- Third party auto liability coverage*
- Members age 21+ who joined Zipcar March 1, 2015 or after receive liability coverage of 100/300/25 ($100,000 bodily injury per person, $300,000 bodily injury maximum, $25,000 property damage).
- Members under the age of 21 receive coverage up to the minimum financial responsibility limits required in the jurisdiction in which the accident occurs.
- Members age 21+ who joined Zipcar prior to March 1, 2015 receive liability coverage of $300,000 CSL (combined single limit) per accident.
- Members who joined Zipcar with a university and are age 21+ receive either 100/300/25 or $300,000 CSL, depending on the school's agreement with Zipcar. If you have questions about your coverage please email firstname.lastname@example.com.
- We provide Personal Injury Protection (PIP), or "no-fault" coverage, at the level required by the jurisdiction in which the accident occurs.
- Members are responsible for a $1,000 damage fee per incident, which can be reduced or eliminated with the purchase of an optional damage fee waiver.
*Please note that coverage may be provided under a certificate of self-insurance, insurance policy, or both.
For the full scoop on third party auto liability insurance, check out the member contract.
Making a reservation outside of the US? Note that the coverage provided varies depending on where you drive. Learn more about driving Zipcars in other countries.
What is a damage fee and when does it apply?
If a sufficiently insured third party is found to be 100% at-fault, then the Zipcar member would not be responsible for the damage fee. Members are also not responsible for normal wear and tear on the vehicle. However, the fee does apply to damage caused by unavoidable events such as floods, hail, wind, trees falling, etc.
Before each reservation, we ask you to check the car inside and out and report any damage. This ensures that you will not be held responsible for damage that may have happened before your reservation.
Will my credit card cover my damage fee?
If you are covered by your credit card, make sure to use it to pay for your reservations. You can update your credit card info here.
If you've been in an accident while driving a Zipcar and you've filed a claim with your credit card company, they will want to see documentation from Zipcar. Please email email@example.com to request this documentation.
Will my personal auto insurance cover my damage fee?
Can I purchase a damage fee waiver?
A damage fee waiver becomes effective on the purchase date. Waivers are non-refundable.
What happens during an accident investigation?
- Your first responsibility is to fill out an Incident Report form. Please fill out the form as soon as possible. You may also send other supporting documentation (pictures, police reports, etc) to us via whatever method is the easiest (and fastest) for you:
Email: email@example.com
Zipcar, Inc.
Attention: Accident Reports
35 Thomson Place
Boston, MA 02210 - Sometimes it will take longer than a week to get the Police Report from the station, please send in your version of the accident on our Incident Report Form so we have your statement as early in the process as possible. Then, once the Police Report is available, please forward that to us. Sometimes the police will not make out a report because the accident doesn't meet their criteria. If that's the case, please let us know.
- If you believe anything was unusual or you have some concerns (for example, maybe there was pre-existing damage), let us know immediately.
- The local Zipcar office will inspect the vehicle for damages and bring the vehicle to a repair shop to get pictures and an estimate.
- If an insurance claim is necessary, one will be filed with the appropriate company. If you receive any communications from the other party or their insurer, please notify us as quickly as possible with their information (including company name, adjuster name, claim number, and phone number).
- You will be notified via email when all the steps of the investigation are complete and, based on the estimate of damage we receive from our repair shop, and whether or not a damage fee applies.
Our policy in the case of an accident or vandalism is to suspend your membership until we have been provided with all of the information. When all the documentation and necessary steps outlined above have been completed, the suspension will be lifted. This process should take less than two weeks. Please email email@example.com if you have any questions regarding the status of the investigation.
What happens if there is an insurance claim?
1. Subrogation: If a subrogation claim is initiated, this means that based on your incident report, we believe there is a chance that you are not responsible for the accident and we are therefore pursuing another party for payment for the Zipcar damages and loss of use. If at any time you want more information regarding the claim or if you recall additional important details regarding your accident, please contact us at email@example.com or reply to any of our emails regarding the incident.
Understand that if the insurance company finds you to be responsible in any way for the incident, the claim is denied, or there is no insurance coverage by the other party, the damage fee may apply. However, remember that you have great coverage with Zipcar, so we'll cover the cost of the damages beyond the damage fee. However, rest assured that we will notify you in advance if the case seems to be veering out of your favor. Usually these cases are resolved within a month or two and you will be contacted regarding the results of the case.
2. Liability: A liability claim indicates that you, the driver of the Zipcar, are at least partially responsible for the accident. If our insurers pay the other party for their property damage or medical bills, you will be responsible for the damage fee based on the total cost of the accident.
For more details on your liability coverage with Zipcar, please go here.
If you are responsible for an accident but you believe there was little to no damage to the other party's vehicle, please contact us immediately. We will need pictures of the other party's vehicle, a police report, and/or a witness' statement to verify the damage. Remember, you are our eyes at the scene of an accident and we depend on you for evidence.
These claims can take six months or longer to close, but we will let you know if anything is paid out to the other party. Our insurer will use the Incident Report that you submit to us as your final and complete statement of the incident; they will only contact you if they see a discrepancy or have questions regarding your statement. However, you are more than welcome to follow along with the claim and speak to your adjuster directly. Please email firstname.lastname@example.com for the contact information for your claim.
What happens if I don't agree with the insurance company's decision regarding fault?
What if my credit card provides accident coverage?
American Express:
You can file your claim online via the following link: https://yourcarrentalclaim.com/ Or you can call 1.800.338.1670 and select option 1 to file a claim.
Please call (800) 622-7747 and ask to file an auto claim. They'll transfer you to the correct area. MasterCard claims require that you sign a form and send it back to them. On this form, please be sure to check off "Irrevocable Assignment of Benefits;" this will allow MasterCard to work with Zipcar directly on the claim so you won't be charged.
Call (800) 252-4670 to file a claim or go to Chubb.com for more information on your coverage.
Diner's Club:
Call (800) 613-5975 to file a claim.
Please call 1-800-348-VISA (1-800-348-8472) and ask to file an auto claim. There are certain terms and conditions that apply, so please review www.visa.com/benefits for additional information or to file your claim online.
Please call the customer service number on your credit card statement, then ask to file an auto claim, they'll transfer you to the correct area.
To file a claim, you will be asked your card number and expiration date, personal information (name, address, phone, email), as well as information about the accident and the Zipcar itself. The 'rental agreement' or 'contract number' is simply your Zipcard number. Please make sure to provide the address of our Home Office at 35 Thomson Place, Boston, MA 02210, (p) 617.995.4231.
One key question that they usually ask is "Did you decline the collision damage waiver (CDW)?" If you did not purchase the damage fee waiver from Zipcar, then you can answer YES to this question. If you did purchase the Zipcar damage fee waiver, your answer would be "NO, however, our damage fee covers the whole cost of the accident, not just collision damage." In other words, the Zipcar waiver is not solely for collision and you may still qualify for the coverage through your credit card by explaining this point.
Please email the claim number to firstname.lastname@example.com as soon as possible and keep us up-to-date with claim information. Often times, the credit card companies only communicate with their cardholders leaving us in the dark and you without your refund!
Once the claim is filed, your credit card company will contact Zipcar for additional documentation and we will turn this around to them within 2-3 business days. Generally, if approved, this whole process takes less then a few short weeks and members don't end up having to pay anything toward the accident. Unfortunately, if your credit card company denies the claim, you will be responsible for the damage fee.
If you have any questions, please email email@example.com or call and ask to speak to someone on the Accident Team.
Zipcar membership and billing
When will I be charged for my membership fee?
If your driving plan has an annual membership fee, we automatically charge your account each year on the anniversary date of your membership. (If you change your driving plan after you join, that date will become your new renewal date.)
When will I be charged for reserving a Zipcar?
How can I get reimbursed for fuel or other expenses?
Email, fax or mail an itemized receipt within 30 days of purchase to the following, and include your name, Zipcard number, item purchased, date and time of purchase and amount.
Email: firstname.lastname@example.com
Fax : 617.995.4300
Snail Mail:
Zipcar, Inc.
Zipcar Member Services - Reimbursement
35 Thomson Place
Boston, MA 02210
Once we get your receipt, we will reimburse your account within seven business days.
What if I lose my Zipcard?
How does driving credit work?
To check when your driving credit expires, go to your online statement and click on the "My Credits" link.
What are the local taxes applied to Zipcar reservations?
There are some local fees and taxes that apply when reserving in certain areas in the US and Canada:
- Arizona: $2.50 minimum Maricopa County Rental Surcharge
- Boston, MA: The Massachusetts Convention Center Financing Fee is added as an annual $10 fee, one time per member year (as defined by your driving plan) for all members who reserve and drive a car that is located inside the city limits of Boston. Learn more.
- Chicago, IL: Lease Transaction Tax (9%). A $2.75 Lessor Tax is added to each full day reservation. (This does not apply to hourly reservations.)
- Cleveland, OH: $6 for all reservations over 4 hours
- Connecticut: $1 per day Tourism Surcharge
- Florida: $1 per reservation Florida Rental Car Surcharge
- New Jersey: A $5 New Jersey Domestic Security Fee is added to each reservation for cars used in New Jersey. Learn more. And New Jersey residents are charged a 7% sales tax on application and membership fees.
- New Mexico: $2 per day Leased Vehicle Surcharge
- Omaha, NE: $8.92 Occupation Tax is added to each full day reservation.
- Pennsylvania: The PA Public Transportation Assistance Fund of $2 is added to each reservation. PA rental car tax (2%). PA sales tax (6%).
- Pittsburgh, PA: The Allegheny County Rental Vehicle Tax of $2 is added to each reservation. Allegheny County Sales Tax (1%).
- Revere, MA: The Vehicle Rental Surcharge is added as an annual $10 fee, one time per membership year, for all members who reserve and drive a car that is located inside the city limits of Revere.
- Washington: Washington State Rental Car Tax (7.7%)
- West Virginia: $1 per day West Virginia Rental Tax
- Airports: Various airports may also be subject to additional fees and taxes. When reserving an airport Zipcar, be sure to click "view details" on the reservation confirmation page to see a full list for your reservation. Go here to view all current airport Zipcar locations.
- San Francisco, CA: A $20 SFO Transportation Fee is added to all reservations at SFO (San Francisco International Airport).
What Zipcar fees do I need to know about?
No one likes to talk about fees and fines, but they're a "must" to keep this whole car sharing thing running smoothly. We hope you never have to fork over cash for these things...
- Late Return Fee: $50 per hour (up to a maximum of $150), plus the vehicle usage charges (read more about late returns).
- Low Gas Fee: $30 if you return a vehicle with less than 1/4 tank of gas.
- Zipcard Replacement: One free replacement card per year ($15 for each additional card).
- Ignition Key Replacement: If you lose the key, the replacement fee is $75 plus costs for materials and labor.
- Reservation Changes: There is no charge if you cancel or shorten your reservation with the required advance notice. However, you will be charged the full amount for your reservation if you do not give the required advance notice.
- Personal Reservation Assistance: $3.50 per call to have a rep make a reservation for you.
- Tickets/Violation Processing Fee: You are also responsible for paying any parking tickets and moving violations incurred during your reservation. If we receive a notice and process a violation, you will be charged a $30 processing fee.
- Damage Fee: Up to $1,000 to cover the costs related to an accident. Members age 21+ may qualify to purchase a waiver to reduce or eliminate your damage fee.
- Other Violations: $50 per violation, plus costs incurred by Zipcar anytime a visit to the vehicle is required (including visits due to smoking or pets in the vehicle).
What if my business is tax exempt?
How can I cancel my membership?
Driving abroad
Can I drive my Zipcar outside of the US?
You can drive your Zipcar from the US into Canada, no problem.
Reserving a Zipcar in France? Here's what you need to know.
You can book a Zipcar in a foreign country just as easy as you can from home. There are a few differences here and there. Here's what you should know if you reserve a Zipcar in France:
- Manual transmissions: Some cars have manual transmissions. Check the car details when booking.
- Key in the glove compartment: The key is located inside the glove compartment. You can use it throughout your reservation to lock and unlock the doors, but please return the key to the holder in the glove compartment at the end of your reservation.
- Reporting damage: There's no damage log in the car. Report any damage by calling 09 87 67 50 67.
- 150 kilometers/day included: Your reservation includes 150 kilometers per day. If you drive more, it's 0.24 EUR for each additional kilometer (up to 0.29 EUR for premium vehicles and cargo vans).
- Fuel card in the doorframe: The fuel card is located inside the doorframe. Please be sure to return it to the doorframe after filling up.
- Crossing borders: You may drive Zipcar into Andorra, Belgium, Germany, Italy, Luxembourg, Spain and Switzerland. For other countries, please give us a call and we'll check for you.
- Customer support: If you need assistance during your reservation, call 09 87 67 50 67.
- Insurance: Comprehensive insurance is included, but the details vary by country. Learn more about insurance coverage in France.
Reserving a Zipcar in Canada? Here's what you need to know.
You can book a Zipcar in a foreign country just as easy as you can from home. There are a few differences here and there. Here's what you should know if you reserve a Zipcar in Canada:
- Bring your Zipcard: You cannot start your reservation from the mobile app. You will need to scan in with your Zipcard first.
- Key on steering column: The key is tethered to the steering column. Please leave the key inside the car and use your Zipcard or smartphone to lock and unlock the doors throughout your reservation.
- Reporting damage: There's no damage log in the car. Report any damage by calling 1‑866‑4ZIPCAR.
- 200 kilometers/day included: Your reservation includes 200 kilometers per day. If you drive more, it's 0.30 CAD for each additional kilometer (up to 0.40 CAD for premium vehicles and cargo vans)
- Fuel card in sun visor: The fuel card is located in the sun visor. Please be sure to return it to the sun visor after filling up.
- Toll roads: Some roads require you to pay a toll, and many Zipcars are equipped with toll passes so you don't have to wait in line. There's no fee for using the pass; we'll simply charge your account for the actual toll amount. Toll charges are billed separately from your reservation.
- Crossing borders: You can drive from Canada into the United States, no problem. However, you cannot drive into Mexico. Our insurance policy does not cover driving in Mexico.
- Customer support: If you need assistance during your reservation, call 1‑866‑4ZIPCAR.
- Insurance: Comprehensive insurance is included, but the details vary by country. Learn more about insurance coverage in Canada.
Reserving a Zipcar in the United Kingdom? Here's what you need to know.
You can book a Zipcar in a foreign country just as easy as you can from home. There are a few differences here and there. Here's what you should know if you reserve a Zipcar in the United Kingdom:
- Manual transmissions: Some cars have manual transmissions. Check the car details when booking.
- Key in the glove compartment: The key is located inside the glove compartment. You can use it throughout your reservation to lock and unlock the doors, but please return the key to the holder in the glove compartment at the end of your reservation.
- Damage log: Check for damage as usual. There's a damage log inside the glove compartment. Report any new damage in the log and call 0333 240 9000.
- Up to 60 miles/day included: Reservations in London vehicles include 60 miles per day. Reservations in vehicles from other UK locations include 40 miles per day. If you drive more than the daily allowance, it's 0.25 GBP for each additional mile (0.29 GBP for premium vehicles and cargo vans).
- Fuel card: The fuel card is located inside the doorjamb or doorframe. Please be sure to return it to the same location after filling up.
- London congestion charge: You can drive into the congestion charging zone without worries. Zipcar picks up the tab.
- Crossing borders: To drive from the UK into any other country, you will need to be in possession of a 'vehicle on-hire' certificate for the duration of your trip. Give us a call at least one week in advance and we will arrange for this to be sent to you.
- Customer support: If you need assistance during your reservation, call 0333 240 9000.
- Insurance: Comprehensive insurance is included, but the details vary by country. Learn more about insurance coverage in the UK.
Reserving a Zipcar in Spain? Here's what you need to know.
You can book a Zipcar in a foreign country just as easy as you can from home. There are a few differences here and there. Here's what you should know if you reserve a Zipcar in Spain:
- Avancar branding: The cars are called Avancars. The vehicle branding looks similar to what that you're used to, but will say "Avancar" instead.
- Bring your Zipcard: You cannot start your reservation from the mobile app. You will need to scan in with your Zipcard first.
- Key in the glove compartment: The key is located inside the glove compartment. You can use it throughout your reservation to lock and unlock the doors, but please return the key to the holder in the glove compartment at the end of your reservation.
- Reporting damage: There's no damage log in the car. Report any damage by calling 900 818 070.
- 80 kilometers/day included: Your reservation includes 80 kilometers per day. If you drive more, it's 0.28 EUR for each additional kilometer (up to 0.39 EUR for premium vehicles and cargo vans)
- Fuel card in sun visor: The fuel card is located in the sun visor. Please be sure to return it to the sun visor after filling up.
- Crossing borders: You may drive cars into Andorra, France and Portugal. For other countries, please give us a call and we'll check for you.
- Customer support: If you need assistance during your reservation, call 900 818 070.
- Insurance: Comprehensive insurance is included, but the details vary by country. Learn more about insurance coverage in Spain.
Reserving a Zipcar in Austria? Here's what you need to know.
You can book a Zipcar in a foreign country just as easy as you can from home. There are a few differences here and there. Here's what you should know if you reserve a Zipcar in Austria:
- Manual transmissions: Some cars have manual transmissions. Check the car details when booking.
- Key in the glove compartment: The key is located inside the glove compartment. You can use it throughout your reservation to lock and unlock the doors, but please return the key to the holder in the glove compartment at the end of your reservation.
- Damage log: Check for damage as usual. There's a damage log inside the glove compartment. Report any new damage in the log and call 0810 / 100 377.
- 180 miles/day included: Your reservation includes 180 miles per day. If you drive more, it's $0.45 for each additional mile (up to $0.55 for premium vehicles and vans)
- Fuel card in the doorframe: The fuel card is located inside the doorframe. Please be sure to return it to the doorframe after filling up.
- Crossing borders: You can drive your Zipcar into Germany, Italy, Liechtenstein, Switzerland, Slovakia, Slovenia, Czech Republic or Hungary. If you want to drive into any other country, you'll need written consent. Please call us at 0810 / 100 377 a few days in advance.
- Customer support number: If you need assistance during your reservation, call 0810 / 100 377.
- Insurance: Comprehensive insurance is included, but the details vary by country. Learn more about insurance coverage in Austria.


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Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - Gourmet chocolates, handmade fudge, caramel apples with your favorite toppings, chocolate dipped strawberries, sugar-free chocolates, five toffees, gift baskets, gift certificates and gift cards.
Riverside Chocolate Factory
Creating fine chocolate candies since 1986. The landmark Teepee style building is your first clue that is not your ordinary candy store. Enjoy fine homemade and handipped chocolates and candies with the finest chocolate covered strawberries to be found. Enjoy an extensive collection of retro candies too.
Bass Pro Shops
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs -- This sportsman's paradise is a breath of fresh air for outdoors enthusiasts. At Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World in Bolingbrook, you'll find everything you need for fishing, hunting, marine, camping, golf, footwear and gifts. Your adventure starts here!
Country Cabin Orchard and Nursery
This u-pick apple orchard (with eight varieties), also includes a petting zoo, gift shop, wagon rides, pumpkin patch, Christmas trees, donuts, pies, bakery and fall nursery. Open mid-September through December 24.
Back In Bloom
Vintage and country home accent treasures; antiques, florals, hand-painted furniture and wall art, also shabby chic.
Olde St. Pete's Antiques
Primitive and unique furniture, accessories, folk art, and collectibles.
Gallery 28 Fine & Functional Art
Tucked away in the quaint historic district of downtown Geneva, in an historic Victorian home is where you'll discover Gallery 28, an art gallery for both fine and functional art. Featuring a fresh mix of breath-taking paintings, exquisite jewelry, sculpture, photography, pottery and unique works in wood and metal along with music by premier musicians. The variety of art will interest serious fine art collectors as well as fine craft enthusiasts.
Taylor Stevens Salon and Spa
Hair and nail service, esthetics, spa body treatments, bridal services, massage therapy.
Tri County Coins and Collectibles
Buy, sell coins of all ages. Vintage jewelry, collectible toys, glassware, home decor, knick-knacks and more.
CITY:St. Charles
Tiffany & Co.
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - Over the past two centuries, Tiffany has built an international reputation as the ultimate source of gifts for life's most cherished occasions. Whether it's a milestone in the life of a company, a family or an individual's crowning achievement, Tiffany gifts wrapped in the Tiffany Blue Box® symbolize the rich heritage and unparalleled reputation Tiffany & Co. has enjoyed as one of America's great institutions.
CITY:Oak Brook
Fox River Harley-Davidson
A family- and friends-owned dealership, Fox River Harley-Davidson fosters an environment that makes it easy to do business, which is why our customers choose us for their Harley-Davidson service and product needs.
CITY:St. Charles
Josie's Antiques
Josie's Antiques has a very large selection to browse through. This shop is four buildings on a large piece of land on the outskirts of Maple Park. The atmosphere will take you by surprise as will some of the treasures you will find! Definitly a must when traveling to or through!
CITY:Maple Park
Sweet Street Candies and Goodies
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - An old fashioned candy store with over 500 varieties of candy including retro, novelty, bulk candy, imported licorice, Door County fudge and gourmet chocolates. Candy buffets and party favors can be customized for your occasion. Stop in for samples!
Classic, exotic automobiles from the last 100+ years. Car collection is open to the public for complimentary viewing. Also provides brokering, consignment sales, mechanical evaluation for all cars.
CITY:St. Charles
Mitsuwa Japanese Marketplace
Largest Asian market in the Midwest. Fresh take-out sushi available. Grocery, food court featuring seven types of Asian cuisine, bakery, ice cream parlor, travel agency, book store, and liquor store. Events and demonstrations throughout the year. Annual Bon Odori Festival in August.
CITY:Arlington Heights
My Favorite Things
My Favorite Things is a local shop found in downtown DeKalb. It is full of primitives, antiques, vintage decor, collectible and gift items.
Blue Wind Gallery & Annex 4121
Furniture, collectibles, comics, militaria, railroad memorabilia, original landscape and wildlife paintings.
CITY:Crystal Lake
Montblanc North America
Montblanc, international maker of sophisticated, high quality writing instruments, also offers exquisite writing accessories, leather goods, jewelry, eyewear & watches. Our products meet the demands of quality design, tradition and master craftsmanship.
CITY:Oak Brook
Country Store of Geneva, Inc.
Country Decor from Ceiling to Floor! Country chandeliers, country table and floor lamps, sconces, country ceiling lights, punched tin switch plates, and country style curtains!
Poppy Seed Primitives
A simple gathering of all things primitive and country. Poppy Seed Primitives is a cozy place where you can find antiques, primitive home decor items and gift ideas. We strive to find products that are unique and sometimes one-of-a-kind. We are proud to offer many items that are made here in the U.S. Some are even locally hand-made. Our inventory is always changing for the seasons. That's just a sampling of what we offer, it's even better to experience it.
Market on Main Street
Friday nights will never be the same. Don't miss the all new Market on Main Street in historic downtown Oswego. There will be quality antiques, re-purposed finds, vintage treasures, handmade items, entertainment, food and more. The shops and restaurants in downtown Oswego will be open late as well. Held the last Friday of the months of July, August, and September.
I Love Dirt / Cherle Enterprises
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - At I Love Dirt, we carry everything but the bike! We have unique apparel & accessories for avid motocross & extreme sports competitors and fans. Cherle Enterprises is an innovative full-service advertising & promotional specialty company.
Antiques on State
Step into our 150-year-old stone house and discover treasures that are beautifully displayed by several of the areas finest antique dealers.
Railroad St. Market
An 1847 Blacksmith and Wagonmaker's shop featuring two floors of country pine, oak, walnut, mahogany furniture and accessories. Some architectural artifacts.
CITY:Crystal Lake
Banbury Fair
Unique shopping experience specializing in folk art classes, supplies and wooden ware; seasonal antique barn and petting zoo on site.
Material Girl Fabric Shop
Material Girl Fabric Shop located in downtown Crystal Lake, formerly The Fabric Shop, features fresh and modern fabric designers such as Anthology, Free Spirit, Westminster Including: Amy Butler, Kaffe Fawcett, Riley Blake, Alexander Henry, Michael Miller - Including Anna Griffin, Moda, Henry Glass, Kaufman, Hoffman and more. We offer an extensive variety of fabrics, trims and notions for Crystal Lake and the surrounding McHenry County area. In addition, we continue to add more fabric lines and designers such as RJR, Batik Textiles, Red Rooster, Andover, Art Gallery, Lecien, Clothworks, Dunroven House, James Thompson & Co., Marcus Fabrics, Oilcloth, Intl., P & B Textiles, Quilting Treasures, Shannon Fabrics, Studio E, and Mary Flanagan Wools. We now offer Sewing Classes and Sewing Instruction right here in our Crystal Lake store. These classes will be for beginners as well as experienced sewers of all ages looking for new ideas and inspirations.
CITY:Crystal Lake
Westfield Fox Valley Mall
More than 180 stores anchored by Macy's, Carson Pirie Scott, JC Penney and Sears.
Wasco Nursery & Garden Center
100+ acres of growing fields with a wide variety of trees, evergreens, and shrubs.
CITY:St. Charles
Geneva Antique Market
A multi-dealer market loaded with wonderful vintage items from jewelry to furniture. Come see our many treasures! We lead the Midwest in Vintage/antique Christmas items.
Play It Again Sports
We sell used and new sporting goods of all kinds. Buy, trade or consign customer equipment in a fun and friendly environment. Open daily.
CITY:St. Charles
Renee's of Ridgefield
Come to our quaint village of shops, filled with quality antiques and fine accent pieces for your home.
CITY:Crystal Lake
The Nut and Candy House
Many kinds of fresh roasted and raw nuts. Chocolates, chocolate covered nuts, yogurt covered items, snack mixes and assorted candies. Bulk, bagged or gift packed items.
Rocktown Adventures
Rocktown has an appreciation of the outdoors to inspire you to take on new challenges, leading to a healthier lifestyle, and ultimately helping you define your idea of outdoor recreation. They have experienced instructors that love to share their passion for the outdoors, and trip guides that know our waterways and trails like the back of their hand. They are located near an abundance of recreational assets waiting to be discovered by you.
The Thoughtfulness Shop
We always try to have that special gift you're looking for. We carry Boyds Bears, Dept.56, Harbor Lights, Precious Moments, sports memorabilia, and the list goes on. We are just a fun place to shop. Come visit!
The Coin Mart
Coin Mart is located at 757 West Golf Road and they buy, sell, and appraise coins and collectable coin collection. You can find coins dating back to the 1700's. Come see a wide variety of gold, silver, and currency right here in Schaumburg! Schaumburg's one and only coin store serving the community for nearly 20 years!
Pioneer Tree Farm
Selling cut-your-own Christmas trees since 1973, this farm has thousands of trees to choose from, including Scotch Pine and Colorado Spruce, all organically grown and pruned by hand. There are tractor rides out to the trees, plus shaking and bailing are free.
Geneva French Market
The Geneva French Market is held every Sunday May-October in the parking lot at the Metra Station in downtown Geneva. Offering fresh produce, fine textiles, fresh baked goods, and unqiue gifts, the French Market is a great place for a Sunday stroll.
Sammy's Bikes
Bike types: Road, Tri, Mountain, Cross and Comfort Bikes. They sell all accessories -- shoes, helmets, apparel, etc. They rent bikes, sell bikes on consignment and do all types of repairs. This is a one-stop shop for all your needs.
CITY:St. Charles
No Strings Attached
A stroll through this store reveals fine antique furnitiure, knickknacks, old vinyl records, tapes, books, beer memorabilia, marbles, fishing items, old action figures, wall art, jewelry and more! You are likely to see some of the items taht you played with as a kid being sold here.
Spa Vargas at Indian Lakes Resort
DuPage County, Chicago's Western Suburbs - Full service spa located in one of the area's most luxurious golf resorts.
Downtown Crystal Lake/Main Street
Visit our award-winning Premier Main Street which is full of charming shops, delightful restaurants, quality entertainments and life-enhancing opportunities and events.
CITY:Crystal Lake
Oak Hill Gardens
25,000 square feet of tropical splendor. Known for easy-to-grow orchids, flowering house plants and indoor foliage. Open year 'round.
CITY:West Dundee
Massage Envy
Massage Envy Lake Zurich specializes in therapeutic massage. We have a full staff of Illinois licensed, nationally certified therapists who perform a variety of different modalities: Swedish, deep tissue, reflexology, sports, pregnancy and injury massage, to name a few. Our introductory rate of $39 can't be beat. Be sure to ask about our wellness program that makes massage affordable for everyone!
CITY:Lake Zurich
Lloyd's Paint 'n Paper
Family owned and operated paint, wallpaper and window treatment business. Come to the decorating center where our customers are the kings. Custom stain & paint matching and personal direction for beautiful walls and windows.
Anderson's Coins and Collectibles
Vintage toys, memorabilia including tin wind-up toys, Star Wars, Coca-Cola, puppets, model kits, new and retired Legos. Buy or sell gold, silver, sterling flatware, jewelry and coins.
CITY:St. Charles
Antique Market I
Antique Market I offers a variety of accessories from elegant to depression era & Victorian.
CITY:St. Charles
Country Store Thrift Shop
A variety of items are for sale at a reasonable price. The collection includes articles for the home, gifts, decorations and clothing.
Habana Cigar House
Premium imported cigars, Davidoff White Label Merchant Humidors, lighters, pipes, and specialty cigarettes and accessories. On-site smoking lounge with multi-media entertainment.
CITY:Rolling Meadows
Geneva Green Market
The Geneva Green Market promotes local, organic and sustainable-produced products from local artisan farmers and producers who provide freshness, biodiversity, the highest quality food and the basis of regional cuisine. Geneva Green Market is an educational forum for consumers to learn the uses and benefits of quality, locally grown or prepared food products. This is designed to establish an appreciation of nutritional values of produce and to provide more flavor, freshness and variety of locally grown product. Held every Thursday, 7am to 1pm, June through October.
Genoa Open Air Market
Last Saturday of the month from June through October. Featuring locally-grown produce, wine, baked goods, flowers, and artisan crafts.
Sycamore Antiques
Fine art, antiques and collectibles can all be found at Sycamore Antiques. Stop in to see all that we have to offer!
The Warehouse Antiques & Confectionery
Antiques, primitives, collectibles, hand-dipped chocolate confections, novelty candies, fudge and more.
CITY:St. Charles
All Seasons Apple Orchard
Take a wagon ride to the orchard where you will be surrounded by thousands of apples trees and 12 varieties of apples and pears. Enjoy seasonal activities like pumpkin picking and the corn maze. There is also a cow train, goat bridge, corn crib, giant swings, a spider web, jumping pillow and a petting zoo. The weekends even have pig races and a magic show for the kids. Take your whole family down for some apple picking and make sure to stick around for the many other activities.
Oswego Country Market
Fresh produce, herbs, flowers, plants and homemade goods are some of the sights and smells at this old-fashioned summer market, held on Sundays, June through September, from 9am-1pm on Main Street in downtown Oswego.
Ridgefield Antique Dealers Assc.
Several antique shops located in a quaint rural setting. All shops are within walking distance.
CITY:Crystal Lake
Aquascape Designs Water Gardening Store
Visit our water gardening store for all your pond and water feature supplies. Our professional staff will assist you in making sure you have everything you need and our displays will inspire you. Come shop our wide selection of pond supplies, live fish, aquatic plants, fish food, books, and more.
CITY:St. Charles
Designers Desk Complete Needlework Shoppe Specialty Shops
Complete needlework -- classes, framing, supplies -- and a lot of fun!
S.I.S. Shop In Style
Shop In Style (SIS) brings a new flavor to your shopping experience by allowing you to finally Shop In Style. Four sisters have brought together all their favorite styles, colors and collectibles to finally deliver the boutique that comes to you. The items you can expect to see include jewelry, cosmetics, clothing and accessories that are purchased from across the United States all of which you have never seen before in your local stores. These unique items will truly make you stand out from the rest of the crowd with a touch of Flair, Fun and most of all Style! You have the option of visiting their boutique or they come to you! Call to schedule an appointment or to be added to their email blast list at 815-751-1918 or email email@example.com
Encore Clothing
Encore Clothing specializes in quality consignment clothing for men and women. We carry currently styled great condition clothing priced at about one-third of the original retail price. Whether you're interested in shopping for great deals or in consigning your fabulous clothes to make a little extra cash, we are the place for you.
Small Town Skate Shop
Small Town Skate Shop has all your skateboard and long board needs. They have things for both guys and gals, along with a variety of accessories. Small Town Skate Shop also carries a wide variety of brands to choose from such as toy machine, DC, Element, Vans, PlanB, etnies, Shorty's, and more!
What-Not Shoppe
Specializing in museum quality antiques, estate jewelry, European furniture, fine art and porcelain. Est. in 1958.
CITY:St. Charles
Wickham Interiors, Inc
A distinctive retail store offering quality decorating accessories, fine furniture and unique gifts. Its retail showroom boutique is the ideal place to discover exciting ideas for your home or business. Located in a 1912 theatre building.
CITY:Crystal Lake
Diamond Tour Golf
Diamond Tour Golf is the World Wide Leader in Golf Component Distribution. Diamond Tour Golf is very proud of being able to provide the highest quality components and offer them at a very affordable price.
Gardens & Gatherings
Seven minutes west of downtown St. Charles in Wasco off Rt. 64 (west Main Street). Weddings our specialty.
Robbins Flowers
Full service teleflora shop. Fresh floral arrangements designed daily. Planters, floor plants, mylar balloons, fruit baskets, stuffed animals and greeting cards.
CITY:West Dundee
Primrose Lane
Antiques, home decor, one-of-a-kind architectural pieces and unique gift items.
CITY:West Dundee
Victoria's Crossing
Shop for antiques, home accessories and collectibles, from homespun country to Victorian elegance.
The Mink Barn - Furs by Talidis
Hundreds of ready-made garments. Specializing in mink but also have long hair and sheared beaver, raccoon, foxes of all shades, lynx, Russian sable.
D & D Jewelers
D & D Jewelers has been a fixture in Sycamore, Illinois for over 100 years. We are often praised for knowing our customers likes and being able to help them find or create the perfect piece of jewelry to uniquely fit their personality. We specialize in engagement and wedding rings, exquisite diamonds, Custom Design, vibrant gemstones from the well known basics to the exotic and lustrous pearls. We have stunning pieces from classic and elegant to unique and one of a kind. D & D has the largest selection of top quality brands of men's watches and women's watches in the area.
Colonial Antique Mall and Restoration Center
150 Quality dealers in spacious 35,000 square foot mall, featuring largest furniture inventory in Northern Illinois including: Architecturals, built-ins, mantles, lamps & fixtures. PLUS: 85 showcases - jewelry, collectibles. No reproductions or crafts.
Johnson's Family Farm
Our farm is not a large scale operation but we are a family run operation that does its best to provide you the customer with a good product and a friendly smile when you come for a visit. We offer 12 acres of mazes, fall decorations, and pumpkins and gourdes galore! So gather up the kids, find some friends and venture out to Sycamore Illinois and start some great memories!
Amazing Grace Antiques
Historic home's 14+ rooms filled with affordable antiques, primitive to Victorian. Relaxed, kid-friendly, hometown atmosphere.
Woodstock Harley Davidson
The Midwest Superstore, Woodstock Harley Davidson, where you can purchase as well as rent one of their new Harley-Davidsons for the day, week, or special events. Everything from street rods to V-rods. Many special events to enjoy too.
Kindness Inc.
Antiques, collectibles, gifts. Animal-related items are our specialty. Proceeds aid local no-kill animal shelter.
Walkup Heritage Farm & Gardens
We specialize in retail sales of native heirloom vegetables and plants. Native Prairie plants, heirloom roses and peonies, annuals and perennials, and more. Seasonal operation open from May through October.
CITY:Crystal Lake
Bank Block Antiques and More
Antiques, collectibles, furniture, floral arrangements, jewelry, glassware, made-to-order furniture and shelves, in-home help with decorating and more.
Hanan Hall Romantica Boutique
Original fashion jewelry designs from romantic to Renaissance. Special occasion, wedding and prom, are our specialty.
CITY:West Dundee
Laughing Cat Antiques Shop
The Laughing Cat Antiques Shop is the purrfect place to find that vintage treasure, your own personal key to the past! We have 17 dealers here to make sure you have plenty to choose from. you will find vintage Indian jewelry as well as rhinestone and sterling. Come in, walk down memory lane, and see our eclectic mix of antiques, rare antique post office items, depression glass, antique dolls, advertising signs, and Victorian children's items. We also have a primitives room for you, featuring the most fantastic American primitives...a must see!
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The French Market of Vernon Hills
This market will include local growers, regional sourced cheeses, breads and other foods, but there also may be pottery, wood carvings, imported olive oils and crafts. Additionally a French market canopy system will be set in place with the canopies coming from Paris. The market will be held at the Metra Station parking lot.
CITY:Vernon Hills
Harms Farm and Garden Center
Visit the petting zoo and take a ride on the Pumpkin X-press. Featuring pumpkins, apples, costumes, crafts, weekend events, flowers, nursery stock, fruit, and vegetables. Christmas trees and more!
Pro Golf - Crystal Lake
Come shop at the Pro Golf store for everything you need for golfing. We have top name clubs, apparel, bags, balls, shoes, and more. The perfect place to find a gift for the golfer you know.
CITY:Crystal Lake
The Confectionery
Besides creams and clusters and toffee and caramels, The Confectionary also make hard to find pieces including divinity, chocolate dipped ginger, sponge candy (seasonally) and sugar free chocolate clusters (made with real chocolate). Their batches are small and much of the work is done the old fashioned way: by hand.
Decades is a unique shopping experience with many unique items from retro to vintage. Handmade items from jewelry, aprons, clothes, cards, etc.
Cradles & All
Unique children's furniture store specializing in bedding and accessories from baby through teen. Gift items, custom orders and baby shower registry available.
Geneva Running Outfitters
Experience a unique approach to fulfill all of your running & walking needs with personalized shoe fittings, apparel and accessories.
Catholic Gift Store
The Catholic Gift Store offers you a unique selection of quality Catholic gifts and books.


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Relaxed Flow Tee
High-low hem with V-neckline and fluttering sleeves
Love the way you look and feel in our irresistibly soft, eco-drape top. Generous cut featuring a figure flattering high-low hem and a V-neckline. Pair flawlessly with jeans or leggings. Made in the USA.
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Fit: Classic
Measurements: 22.25" front; 29.25" back; 23.5" chest (based off size medium)
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Care Instructions: Hand wash cold. Reshape and lay flat to dry. Cool iron with light steam if needed.
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An acquired disease of herpes when the recipient got it from someone who has blatantly obvious herpes,;you would have to be blind to miss it. Indicating the "herp derp" part of the word.
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What exercises are recommended for people, who sit in front of the PC working for long hours?
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Get outdoors. Because you're sitting inside all day, it's great to get some fresh air. I'd recommend either going jogging/running or cycling, because they're very accessible and you can do it practically everywhere. The big advantage of jogging is that it burns through calories like crazy and you're using a lot of different muscles. If you have a pool nearby, I would also recommend swimming. During swimming you're using your arms in a totally different way than when working behind the desk. It also strengthens your arm and shoulder muscles, which hopefully let's you bear the stresses of working with stretched out arms all day. Especially focusing on backstroke is good, because when sitting behind the desk, you're 'exercising'/using your breast muscles more, so training the back muscles helps balance that. Furthermore, swimming is like a master-combo of all the arms movements anti-RSI campaigns make you do! If your commute isn't too long, you could cycle commute. Ride your bike from home to work in the morning and from work to home at the end of the day. This is easiest in the summer when the days are longer and there's less rain, but possible all year. If there's a shower available at or near work you can cycle long and hard and then clean up, but if you go a bit slower you should be able to do it in regular clothes and just change your shirt and fix your hair when you get to work. If you're depending on exercise to get around it's harder to skip it. Doing a combination of multiple workouts every other day keeps it fun, because you're not constantly doing the same. It takes quite some discipline to do workouts with weights every day and if you're coming from being a couch potato, it's all the more important your doing something fun. Go join a team or set yourself goals to keep you motivated, because while it's great that you've decided to want to get started, you need to find something you want to keep doing as well. Take it easy. If you haven't done any exercise for quite some time, chances are your fitness is very low. Doing too much, too fast can cause injuries! Furthermore, working out very hard with a poor physical condition is almost a guarantee of having terrible muscle soreness the next day. If you have to endure that for several weeks: not very motivating! Instead of rushing to get fitter as quickly as possible, focus on getting in better shape gradually. You'll be able to workout much longer or harder in a couple of months, if you rush it, you'll probably not be able to work out at all. |
Squats, deadlifts, and bench press. Actually the same exercises that are good for anybody. If you want a real specific answer, I'd say deadlifts for the extra back support. Helps maintain a good posture while sitting all day. |
For someone who is sitting for long periods of time I would highly recommend doing yoga very often during the week. Here are a small handful of reasons why:
This page has a number of good quality exercises for eye strain. It is important to look after your eyes and not just your body as looking at a computer all day puts strain on your eyes and not just on your body. |
Back extensions, side bends (with or without weights), pointers and plank. Anything that strengthens the back and core muscles. Try sitting on a fitball instead of a chair and do pelvic rocks and circles while you work. |
Also, not really exercises, but I've been using this sheet about desk stretches for a couple months now and feels it's helped. It takes less than 5 minutes to work through all the stretches. I printed the PDF and hung it to my cube wall to use with Work Rave. |
I wouldn't go for deadlifts right away. Yes, they are good, but chances are high that your posture has problems, your mobility is reduced and as a result your execution of DLs will suck. Focus on stretching and try yoga or other activities like that to work on that posture and core strength. Other than that, any regular workout is a good workout for everyone, same rules apply. |
I would recommend good cardio along with the other recommendations that have been made. I find that, after sitting all day (as I too am a developer) my body responds very well to getting blood flowing through it and getting my heart rate up. Not only does it help clear my mind, but it gives me the endurance for sitting those long hours throughout my work week. Stretching is also important to reduce injury from repetitive motion. You can do many of those right at your desk for arms/hands/fingers. Perform other stretching in the gym for your back, neck, and legs. |
Here's a brief article on how problems arise from the muscle specialization we form from spending all day in a chair. See the bottom for a short regimen of yoga exercises designed specifically to help compensate. I haven't tried it myself, yet, just read it 2 minutes ago. |
One of the biggest afflictions for programmers is a phenomenon called Programmers Back. We sit for 8 to 10 hours per day, sometimes longer, which is perhaps the worst thing you can do for your back. Human beings just weren't designed to sit for extended periods of time. The article I referenced recommends stretching. Specifically, lower back stretching. Sitting puts a lot of pressure on the lower back, reduces blood flow to the legs, and can cause the muscles to shorten and atrophy. Stretching helps reduce those muscle-weakening issues, helps you gain much-needed flexibility, and gets the blood flowing throughout your body. I personally try to stretch at least once per day. If I go into work before everyone else, I use about 5 to 10 minutes to do some stretches in the office to help start my day. In addition, another helpful tip is to use a standing desk. The Speedy Stand and the Ikea Fredrik are two very affordable options. People who use stand-up desks say they feel more active, productive, and alert. In addition, they claim they feel less soreness from being sedentary. |
Swim:After sitting in an office chair for 10 (11? 12? More?) hours each day, swimming is the best thing you can do to your body. Some of the benefits are:
With regards to the "programmers hunch" referenced above as "programmer's back" the single most effective exercise to fight it is the KettleBell Swing. Stretching is nice, ,but let's be honest and acknowledge that a strong back resists the hunch. In fact, if you are limited in available time, and can only devote enough time for one exercise, this is it. Here is an example video of the KettleBell Swing. This movement drives the core pretty well as well as serving as an exercise to bring your left and right sides into a better balance. It is also a surprisingly effective. Depending on your current level of fitness start with say a 44 pounder and work up to a 53. This is an exercise you don't need to spend an hour doing. I do mine in a few minutes per day usually every other day - though for 2 days a week I hit them harder for more building. It is a multi-joint exercise that brings nearly your entire body into the movement. Be warned: you will get out of breath quite quickly - more quickly than you'd normally expect. It will pass. I don't recommend starting with running or jogging. They really are time sinks (even though I love to run). That said, once you've built up a reasonable KB Swing habit (for example you can do 75 non-stop) you'll find your cardio ceiling raised enough that running or jogging will be less unpleasant - possibly to the point of being pleasant. At that point I'd go for short bursts of speed and build up to running a mile in under 10 minutes then shoot for a 5k if you find you enjoy the running. Additionally, sitting on a yoga ball for your chair will help with posture and encourage you to move. While you can have a bad sitting posture on a ball the bounciness and low rolling resistance will often have you bouncing or rolling around after sitting a while. This is an indicator your body is ready to move around. So when you find that going on, indulge it and if you can (and you usually can) get up and take a walk, do some "wall pushups" or air squats or something to get the blood pumping. 10 minutes at a time three times a day is a huge bump for us coders. |
For a programmer who hasn't exercised in a long while, I would recommend something like the Couch-to-5K running plan, or any similar running plan which gets you running 5 kilometers (3 miles) in two months. As Ivo Flipse pointed out, with running you burn a lot of calories and use a lot of muscles, but you don't want to overdo it as a beginner. Running is something you can do everywhere, all you need is a scheme and good pair of shoes to not injure yourself (the wrong shoes are an important factor in running injuries). Go to a running shop where they can analyse your running style (with a camera) and advise which shoes you need based on that. Personally I find it very motivating to have a running plan on my ipod: some music and a coach saying when to run or walk alternatingly. I have these only in Dutch but maybe there are also English ones to find on the web. |
I find that walking and biking are 2 good ones. Just getting up from the computer and walking around the office is helpful, and I try to arrange a 30 minute walk outside after lunch (even when it is below freezing). |
Programmers often get caught up in the urgency of deadlines. That makes it hard to find time to exercise. What are you going to cut from your schedule to make time to move? I lived 2 miles from work, so the overhead of motorized transport (waiting at the bus stop, parking the car) was a substantial part of the trip. Riding my bike to work only took slightly longer, and gave me some activity each day. I usually took an indirect route to avoid traffic, bringing in up to a whopping 3 miles. That was a lot for me. A vigorous bike ride followed by a shower was the perfect way to start my day. I found myself jumping in to the work in new ways. My success at work improved in a way that was greater than the time lost to my workouts. |
Surprised there has been no mention of juggling for fitness yet! Many programmers I have worked with or met already know how to do it, and it's really easy to learn with scarves first. There are also tons of videos on YouTube or other sites to show you how. People don't generally think of it as exercise, but it is:
Also, I created a fitness product called Cardio in a Box designed for the office desk. It's loosely based on juggling, and there are easy moves you can do even when on the phone that work the core muscles and arms and give you energy. Even just standing up during phone calls or meetings will give you more energy and burn extra calories. |
You can use software like WorkRave to get nagged with different exercises proposals every now and then. ;) EDIT: It's a application that was designed to prevent RSI. It nags computer user to take breaks and do different excercises while sitting behind the desk. It wont be a good workout, but will make working with computer less health damaging. |
You might want to play EA Sports Active 2 Kinect version. If you want, you can download the kinect SDK and make your own. The game includes a heart rate monitor so you can watch your heart rate while 'playing'. For starters, it has a 3 week cardio kick start program, which consists of different kinds of exersice and mini games: boxing, dodgeball (my favorate), soccer keeper, etc... I think a fitness game such as EA Sports Active 2 is great for programmers, because:
I've been searching for a while on this subject as well and I came across this writeup on reddit and it has some pretty informative stuff in it. reddit.com/r/fitness . It has a bunch of stretches you should be doing every day. |
I've been programming for nearly 30 years, almost every day, and used to have serious pains in my wrists. Starting about 8 years or so ago, I began using a little wrist exercise tool called a "Powerball" to help with wrist strain. It's a spinning ball/gyro device which is fun to use and helps build strength and flexibility. I do about 10-15 minutes a day and I have not had problems since. |
I'm a programmer, after spending roughly the last 5 years without doing exercise. I got the feeling that I really need to start working out. Especially when I tried to put on one of my suits ( which get worn very rarely ) and it didn't fit. In my teens I used to be quite healthy, I would exercise everyday at home or the gym. Despite knowing I need to do something about it I never did. I wanted to start swimming, but felt reluctant to spend £30 - £50 per month on a gym membership just to go for a swim. It was not till yesterday that I broke the trend and it was not by my own accord. My flat mate recently started going to the gym and is quite an active person in general. After a few drinks he trapped me into suggesting I could beat him at a game of squash ( after a game of table tennis down the local pub ). He called me from work yesterday to tell me he booked a squash court for that evening. Being quite competitive I couldn't wimp out. By far the best thing I could have done. It's amazing how instantly good you feel even after a short burst of exercise. The point though is this. It's hard to motivate yourself to go to the gym after so long without exercise. It's even harder to keep pushing yourself when your there. A sport however is different, you can't wimp out on other people without spoiling their fun. And you can't wimp out, because you won't let yourself be the wimp. The same goes while playing our natural affliction for being competitive will keep you pushing yourself without you even thinking about it. I found squash to be a great sport for easing myself back into exercise. It only has two palyers, so you don't feel like not playing for fear of poor performance among a group of piers. It gives an intense exercise but in a different way than jumping on a treadmill. Your using lots of small bursts of energy so you don't feel as fatigued after 10 mins. As said the competitive nature keeps you going. But its also fun, once your playing it doesn't feel like its something your forcing yourself to do. The problem isn't finding a good exercise to do while sat at your desk, its finding the motivation to go out and exercise. So find a a fellow programmer or friend and go book yourself a squash or tennis court. |
Run! It's good for your body and great for your brain. On top of that it also reduces the risk of developing dementia. |
From personal experience sitting down all day affects the back, neck and shoulders quite a lot. In addition I tend to get wrist problems as well. I have tried a couple of different things that I can recommend. Yoga and stretching exercises work well for me if I am feeling tense, I suggest taking a class to learn the basics, and then doing a couple of exercises when you feel you need it. Meditation also makes a nice addition to yoga if you're up for it. I have recently started kayaking and I can already feel the effect it's having on my lower back and stomach muscles. I am convinced kayaking will help prevent back problems, and give you a more healthy posture when spending all those hours at the desk. I imitate the kayak motion at work using a chair that requires me to move around to stay balanced .. Finally, as mentioned in other posts, just getting out walking, running or bicycling, getting some fresh air and some exercise will do wonders :) Enjoy! |
At the end of the day, sitting is still really bad for you even if you exercise later. Honestly, the best way is to look into a standing desk. They're expensive to buy but cheap to transform some supplies into a standing desk. My boss at work does it. He said the first 2 weeks are hard but you get used to it plus you feel more energetic throughout the day. Lastly, you still keep a chair to relax in every now and then. |
This is my technique to force myself to take regular breaks at the office (and at home): drink a lot of water. Follow one of the medically recommended intakes that apply to you (there are several figures): 8x8 (eight eight-ounce glasses), 2 liters, or up even to 3 liters - but don't exceed yourself. The point is, drink plenty of water. Then every hour or so my bladder forces me to take a restroom break. I try to walk to the restroom farthest from my desk. Watch out: never hold your bladder - it's bad for you. It has to work as an alarm, you must get up and leave on the first call. On the way back, I stop by the fountain and drink some more water, or get a refill when I have a bottle with me. I stretch a little, I look out the window, I breathe and relax myself. I know this is not a real exercise, but it really helps me stretch my knees and relax my eyes and my mind every 50-70 minutes. I also noticed I don't get sleepy anymore thanks to water maintaining electrolyte levels balanced in my body. ps: and don't replace water with soft drinks, coffee, tea or anything else! Just plain fresh water. |
This site (disclaimer: I'm the developer) emails you a daily common sense exercise that can be done at or near your desk. For instance, today's is lunges. So, in addition to the great exercises listed here that you can do outside of your work day (swimming, etc.), these exercises can be done at work to alleviate some of the strains that the body experiences while sitting continuously. The benefit of receiving an exercise by email is that the email will remind you to exercise. Also, there's no need to install additional software. |
Jay mentioned something extremely important with programmers and exercise, and that's when programmers say they work long hours, they mean long hours, not 10-12 hour days but 14-16. Often the arms are stationary, not even the mouse is used. The gaze is fixed, the eyes don't even move much. Stand-up desks are great to solve the constant sitting problem. I started that way. Treadmill desks are better. 18 months I've been using one, averaging around 80 hours per week. I can't even remember what back pain feels like now, and I was at a stage where 20 minutes sitting gave me sheer agony when standing back up. If I'm reading some document, I tend to use the full length of the treadmill, varying my focal distance at least a little bit. The calories peeled off (and then jumped back on when the treadmill was recently out-of-action for 2 months). I'd be getting close to having walked 10,000 miles now, without compromising one minute of programming time. In fact, it's made me work even longer hours, as sometimes when I know I've eaten too much, I'll decide to do a few hours walking to work it off. Another thing that's helped: I find two smaller, 21-24" inch monitors better than a single larger monitor--it makes you move your neck more. |


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While the kit is no longer being offered by ThorDesign, used kits can be found. Building the kit incorporates most of the skills needed to build an entry level GRP SSN kit and will include updated tips where appropriate.
Of course, if you have a kit languishing on your bench and just haven't found the time to start it yet, just follow along and we'll build together!
1. Below are the contents of the Permit kit. Included is a sheet of 1/96 scale Permit class hull plans (hang them over your work area for quick reference), two epoxy hull halves, cast polyurethane appendage set and sail, a white metal fittings set with propeller, stainless steel drive shaft, stainless steel photoetched MBT vent detail set, and running gear linkage set. Upon receipt of any kit be sure to inventory the contents with the enclosed parts sheet prior to assembly. Notify the manufacturer immediately of any damaged or missing parts.
2. Shown is the resin sail with brass diesel exhaust diffuser molded into the upper trailing edge. Mounting bolts with nuts extend from the bottom of the part. To the right of the sail, and below, are the resin masts and sail mounted diving planes. To the left of the sail is the white metal fittings set with bollards, cleats, zincs, periscopes and other mast parts. Below them is the white metal propeller (a stainless steel set screw is provided).
3. Here are, beginning at left, the drive train resin parts (thrust bearing bulkhead and two WTC saddles). Next at top are the control linkage jumpers, thrust bearings, universal coupler and allen wrench. Below them are the stainless steel photoetched MBT vents and cast resin mushroom anchor. Continuing to the right are, first, the rudders, then the stern planes. If everything is present and accounted for, proceed with assembly.
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CA adhesive
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