Rentals

Bike rental pick up and drop off hours:

  • Tuesdays, noon – 5pm (by appointment)
  • Wednesdays, noon – 9pm (by appointment)
  • Thursdays, noon – 5pm
  • Fridays, noon – 5pm
  • Saturdays, noon – 5pm

Sorry, we’re not able to accommodate rental pick ups and drop offs outside of those hours. 

Our rental bikes are older-style mountain bikes with non-suspension forks and thumb shifters, with dual-purpose, or wider, smoother, street tires. We also have in this fleet some commuter bikes with fenders and racks for basic transportation.

Presentation of a valid ID is required at time of bike pick-up, when a deposit for the full replacement value of the bike is also required. This deposit is refunded on return of the bike:   If the bike is damaged, we will deduct costs for parts and repair along with the rental fee.

All bikes come with a helmet, lock, and spare tube.  A pump, tool kit, lights, and a front basket, are included with any bikes if desired. Other accessories, if available, can be provided for an additional charge.

 

How to Rent

Rental deposit and fees for are paid in person at the co-op upon pickup. Please consider our appointment availability when selecting the duration of your rental. We appreciate at least 48 hours notice before pick up.

We require a rental agreement and a $200 security deposit to cover the value of the bike. 

  • $40/ half day (up to 5 hours, during our open hours)
  • $60/day (up to 24 hours*)
  • $100/week
  • $150/month
  • *an additional charge for pick up or drop off may apply during times we are closed.

To rent, please email us at rentals@ohiocitycycles.org with the height (or, better, also include the leg length) of the rider to confirm availability and speed your pick-up. Drop-in rentals may take longer to process if we are busy with appointments.

     

    Group bike rentals and Guided tours

    We rent basic bikes for groups of 5 or more, who can provide in advance their group’s leg lengths (watch and share this video) and security deposits at least two weeks (longer if possible). Invoicing is available for corporate or other organizations. Rental rates are $35/bike for one day during open hours. Delivery for up to 50 bikes is available for $100 per trip + uhaul fees anywhere in Cuyahoga County, and beyond for an additional $2/mile.

    We also provide guided tours, with or without bike rentals. Bike rentals for guided tours are $25/bike.

    We can customize a tour of up to five hours, or present a private version of any of several themed, 2-hour, sightseeing tours of Downtown Cleveland. Guide fees are $100/hour for a League Certified Instructor to lead up to 15 riders. An additional guide is required for every additional (up to) 15 riders.  Children must be accompanied by one adult rider with up to three kids.

    Groups need to book dates at least two weeks ahead, and must provide riders’ heights and leg lengths (via this form) at least 1 week ahead for sizing bikes: so we can tag each bike with the rider’s name. This will safe lots of bike adjusting, to give your group more time riding!

    It is a good idea to have an emergency contact for every rider on a sheet carried by someone in your group, and a cell phone number of someone within a 10 min. drive of the ride route available during the ride, with a vehicle that can carry at least one bike and rider.  We’ll provide some practical tips to share with any novice riders in your group ahead of the event.