Cycling in Tasmania
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Our rental bikes
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 Gent bikes recommendation frame seize versus body-height:
45 cm (18") frame for body height 1.58m to 1.65m (5'2" to 5'6") |
 Lady bike recommendation frame seize versus body-height: |
These European style GIANT bikes feature a very sturdy frame (where you can add a lot of luggage), a more upright seating position and mudguards. They have only 21 speed but this setup is extremely reliable! Seat post suspension and relatively wide tyres make them very comfortable. As a bonus a big detachable handlebar bag with generous waterproof map compartment (not pictured!) is fitted. Please note: the suspension seatpost results in a different body seize to frame recommendation. Maximum load (rider plus luggage) is 120kg. Weight: around 16.5 kg
 Gent bikes recommendation frame seize versus body-height:
53 cm (21") frame for body height 1.74m to 1.81m (5'8" to 6')
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 Lady bikes recommendation frame seize versus body-height:
38 cm (15") for 1.50m to 1.59m (4'11" to 5'3") |
Our relatively new TOURERS have been built to our specifications with attention to detail. They are the perfect touring-bike, combining the advantages of road bikes and hybrids: extremely agile and easy to move, but also comfortable and very stable, even with heavy luggage! The 3 x 8 gear system has the same range as the ”modern” 3 x 10 systems but is so MUCH more reliable!
The frame is made from double butted Chromoly steel tubes. This light, but extremely stable and comfortable frame is rare and usually only used in very expensive hi-end bikes. Other rental companies do charge almost $ 100 a day for a bike with similar properties. But we only charge the same as for our other bikes as we pass on the low maintenance cost to our customers. Maximum load (rider plus luggage) is 105kg. Weight: around 14 kg, but hey react like a much lighter bike!
Please note: In order not to spoil the sporty feel no handlebar bag is fitted. However, a medium size detachable handlebar bag can be hired for $ 10 per tour.
 Gent bikes recommendation frame seize versus body-height:
48 cm (19") frame for body height 1.57m to 1.66m (5'2" to 5'6") |
 Lady bikes recommendation frame seize versus body-height:
46 cm (18") frame for body height 1.53m to 1.62m (5' to 5'2") |
Our lightest and fastest bikes are our "RUNNERS" from MERIDA, the "Speeder T 2". This cross between a road bike and a touring bike is the right choice for guests who usually ride a road bike. With their triple crankset (27 speed) they can climb hills better than a typical road bike. 30 mm wide tyres make them fast but not completely hard. Maximum load (rider plus luggage) is strictly 90kg. Weight: 12 kg. However, there are some downsides:
- the first gear is not as low as on our other bikes (makes hill-climbing harder)
- the ride is much rougher than on our other bikes
- there is no lady frame available
- no mud guards, no rack (panniers can not be fitted)
- strictly for use on paved roads only!
 Our recommendation frame seize versus body-height:
47 cm (18.5") frame for body height 1.52m to 1.57m (5'0" to 5'2") |
There is no Lady frame available!
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Please note: Should your prefered bike being unavailable we will substitute it with one of similar size and type. We aim to inform you as soon as possible.
BIKE HIRE WITHOUT TOUR-BOOKING IS AVAILABLE. Please download prices and conditions here.
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We do service each bike intensively before each rental. As a result problems are extremely rare and usually minor. If a problem occurs you just call us. Most of them can be rectified over the phone. For your peace of mind our bikes are also covered by "RACT roadside assist". That means if you have a serious problem, cannot fix it even with our phone support and we can not get to you may call the Tasmanian automobilclub and receive help free of charge.