SmartBike DC got rolling yesterday.
District officials believe the bike sharing program is the first of its kind in the nation.
Users check-out bright red three-speed bikes from self-service racks around the city.
Bike renters pay a $40 membership fee that allows for bike use of up to three-hours at a time.
Similar programs are big in Europe.
City officials hope the bike share program will help reduce traffic and be a transportation alternative.
