Leisure equipment lending

Did you know that you can borrow the following leisure equipment from select locations of the Greater Sudbury Public Library? All you need is a current GSPL card.

Bicycle pump lending 

Bicycle pumps are now available at every library branch. Enjoy your eco-friendly commute with full tires - and get some air at the library on the way to your destination. Waivers are available to sign on your initial visit and in-library use bicycle pumps are available whenever you need to re-fill your tires.

Bicycle tool lending

Bicycle tools are available for in branch use at the Chelmsford, Lively, Main, New Sudbury, South End and Valley East libraries. 

• The bicycle tool kit with chain rivet extractor, hex key wrench with square adaptor, pedal wrench, bottom bracket wrench, chain ring nut wrench, patch kit, hex key wrench set (6 sizes), freewheel turner and lock ring wrench, multipurpose master link tool, cartridge BB tool, lock ring removal tool, spoke wrench, dust cap wrench, 3 hub spanners, 2 piece metal tire lever set, crank puller, flat 5mm Phillips screwdriver, 3 mm flat screwdriver, 3 T wrenches, tools manual.

Bring your library card, sign a waiver form at the library branch, and repair your bike(s) using our outdoor rack. After tweaking your bike(s), be sure return tools at the checkout desk, and keep enjoying the fresh air on your new tune-ups!

Hiking Poles

Hit the trails with these adjustable, rugged, lightweight, multipurpose poles. Designed to give you the performance edge by reducing stress on your knees, hip, and back while providing extra stability on uneven terrain. Can be used for hiking, trekking, skiing, snowshoeing, and Nordic walking. Comes with 1 small basket for non-snow covered terrain and 1 large snow basket for snow covered terrain. All of our library branches have 2 pairs of hiking poles to loan out. Bring your library card, sign a waiver form at the library branch, and enjoy the outdoors! Hiking poles loans are for a 1-week period, so get outside, be active and explore nature!

Ontario Parks Day-Use Vehicle Permits

Ontario Parks has provided free vehicle permits for members of the Greater Sudbury Public Library to enjoy its network of provincial parks. Use your library card to borrow one of our provincial park passes from May 1 to December 31st.

Pickleball equipment

Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in North America. It is fun, easy to learn, and can be played at all ages. Pickleball can be played in singles or doubles and combines elements of badminton, ping-pong, and tennis.

Snowshoe lending

Don't forget to get some fresh air! The Greater Sudbury Public Libraries have snowshoes to loan out - be sure to visit our branches and borrow some snowshoes.