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KJMUNC
02-07-2015, 07:29 PM
Spending next weekend back in the South Bay and the first time back since we move last summer. Would love to get out on the bike and get in 2-3 days of riding while I'm in town, but can't bring my bike with me.

Anyone know of a place to rent a decent road bike, or have backup bike they'd be willing to loan out for a few days? Specifically looking for something in a 58/60cm set up.

All my riding buddies in the South Bay are quite a bit shorter, so the only loaners I can find are 56cm or under, which is too small for me. We're staying with friends in Palos Verdes, so it's killing me to be there without a bike!

Thanks in advance.....glad to repay in copies quantities of good beer or libation of your choice.
weisan
02-07-2015, 07:34 PM
KJ-pal, my former contact in LA is Tom Byrnes. He is a member of this board but haven't posted for quite a while, which may or may not indicate absence as he might just be lurking like most pals. Tom-pal is one of the most generous person I know and his bike collection is drool worthy...extra bonus, y'all ride the same size bike!!! :p

I was in LA several years ago for a conference and Tom-pal gave me complete freedom to use his Ottrott which I did to full effect. In fact, I remembered the most enjoyable ride I did was starting from Manibu, went along the beaches all the way to Palos Verdes and back. Fun ride, awesome bike!
FlashUNC
02-07-2015, 09:09 PM
KJ, shoot me a PM. Got a spare 58cm hanging on the rack if you're interested.
KJMUNC
02-07-2015, 10:20 PM
thanks for the responses...updated the title to be clear: looking for a bike in Los Angeles, and the beach cities/southbay areas: Manhattan, Hermosa, etc.

thanks!
cinema
02-07-2015, 11:14 PM
If you want to rent cocos variety rents for pretty cheap. they're like steel chinese torker road bikes but if vanity isn't your thing i'd say give them a call.
SoCalSteve
02-08-2015, 12:42 AM
Helens Cycles rents road bikes, I believe. You can try their South Bay store, Marina del Rey as well....but, I think you will have the most luck at their Santa Monica location...

Probably not the most convenient, but it's the best I got for you...:)
SoCalSteve
02-08-2015, 12:43 AM
Sorry, double post.
SoCalSteve
02-08-2015, 12:44 AM
Sorry, triple post
m4rk540
02-08-2015, 02:54 AM
i know this shop in the south bay that rents some roadbikes. pretty chill set of guys too!

http://sprocketcycles.com/

call ahead and ask for their rate. I'm not too sure what they charge.
weisan
02-08-2015, 05:28 AM
Probably not the most convenient, but it's the best I got for you...:)

Steve pal, is this beau up for rent? What's the hourly rate?
http://forums.thepaceline.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=1697894187&stc=1&d=1422293560
SoCalSteve
02-08-2015, 09:12 AM
Steve pal, is this beau up for rent? What's the hourly rate?
http://forums.thepaceline.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=1697894187&stc=1&d=1422293560

If you have to ask, you can't afford it....:banana:

And, my bikes are too big...also, I am not so close to where the OP is going to be staying.
weisan
02-08-2015, 09:16 AM
If you have to ask, you can't afford it....:banana:

And, my bikes are too big...also, I am not so close to where the OP is going to be staying.

I know, just pulling your leg. Your price goes up the minute a movie star plunk their bottom on your saddle at the set.

BTW, I normally ride a 54-56cm bike. It was a stretch to ride Tom's bike. The smallest he got was his 58 ottrott but we managed to make it work or I should say I was determined to make it work because I want to ride so much when I was there. Beggars can't be choosers.
KJMUNC
02-08-2015, 05:31 PM
i know this shop in the south bay that rents some roadbikes. pretty chill set of guys too!

http://sprocketcycles.com/

call ahead and ask for their rate. I'm not too sure what they charge.

Great shop....used to use them quite a bit when we lived in the area. Unfortunately the biggest they have is a 56.

Helen's in SM has a range of stuff from CAAD10s to Dogmas but they're not cheap. $150/3 days for a CAAD10 is the cheapest option.

My other alternative is my buddies Vitus 979, but I'm betting it's going to be too small. Will keep looking....
KJMUNC
02-10-2015, 03:30 PM
bumping to see if anyone else has any leads. Only option at this point is to rent a bike from Helen's, which isn't really in my budget. :help:

Anyone have a bike that's just dying to be ridden? I promise I'll only take it on nice, long rides: targeting Mandeville, the Donut Loop in PV, and a long Sunday up PCH.

I'll gladly loan out any of my fleet (Dogma, C50, Team SC, Team Z bike) if you're ever in Austin! :banana:
EDS
02-10-2015, 04:30 PM
bumping to see if anyone else has any leads. Only option at this point is to rent a bike from Helen's, which isn't really in my budget. :help:

Anyone have a bike that's just dying to be ridden? I promise I'll only take it on nice, long rides: targeting Mandeville, the Donut Loop in PV, and a long Sunday up PCH.

I'll gladly loan out any of my fleet (Dogma, C50, Team SC, Team Z bike) if you're ever in Austin! :banana:

Check out spinlister.com. Fairly new, but may have a bike that would work for you.
Jaq
02-10-2015, 05:33 PM
Ted Ernst's shop (http://tedsmanhattancycles.com/) in Manhattan. Great shop, great guys, and Ted's a legend.
KJMUNC
02-10-2015, 10:25 PM
Check out spinlister.com. Fairly new, but may have a bike that would work for you.

Awesome tip, thanks for sending! How have I never heard of this thing? Just got set up with a bike in my area for all weekend for a great price. Lots of great options on that site too. Great idea!
weisan
02-11-2015, 04:07 AM
Congrats KJ pal and kudos to EDS pal for the tip!

But really KJ, you sure this will work for you?? :eek:

https://www.spinlister.com/rides/1856-bike-cruiser-simi-valley-ca

https://spinlister-belvedere-assets.spinlister.com/listing_image/3273/cover_cuo3Fb5MTxJ48o4Rl3m4.jpg

:banana:
weisan
02-11-2015, 04:34 AM
Check this out...
KJMUNC
02-11-2015, 05:06 AM
Check this out...

Just saved me $40 weisan-pal! thanks for sharing the love!

and yeah, that stretched out cruiser can really bomb down those long Cali descents....it's stopping at the bottom I'm worried about! :eek:
EDS
02-11-2015, 11:44 AM
Awesome tip, thanks for sending! How have I never heard of this thing? Just got set up with a bike in my area for all weekend for a great price. Lots of great options on that site too. Great idea!

It is pretty new so not surprising you have not heard of it. Glad you got sorted.