Ride a Bike

The island’s gentle coastal terrain offers bicyclists an easy pedal, but with more than 15 miles of roadway to ride, more experienced cyclists can get their fill too. Bike rentals by the hour, day or week are available through two island outlets: Coastal Urge and Riverside Outdoor Recreation.

Coastal Urge’s beach cruisers come with a basket, perfect for toting your towel to the beach. Fitness bikes, tandem bikes, kids’ bikes, trailers and baby joggers are also available. Stop by their shop along Maritime Way or have a bike delivered to your home. Coastal Urge is also a full-service bicycle shop, offering repairs and parts from a certified bike tech. 

Riverside Outdoor Recreation, located just steps away from the ferry landing, rents single and multi-speed beach cruisers, tandem and adult trikes and children’s bikes (with training wheels available if you need them), as well as bikes with baby seats and baby trailers. If you want something a little different, rent a Pedego electric bike from Riverside.

When you’re touring the island on your bike, remember two things: always wear a helmet, and be sure to pull over to the right side of the road to allow carts and trams to pass.