Rented a wheelchair for a few days and they could not have been more accommodating. I had an off…read moretime and location which they were able to utilize flawlessly. Same woman dropped off and picked up. She would absolutely not accept a tip although she went above and beyond with the drop off. Great company. Will use again if needed.

I needed to rent 2 wheelchairs for a family event. I went to the Chicago services website and…read moreordered 2 wheelchair rentals. Angel care called before dropping off and I was very pleased with their service, prices and pickup by Tony. I recommend Angelcare medical services.

Considering getting a cargo bike but don't know where to start? Offbeat is where you start! Check…read morethem out for a test drive, ask some questions, let the idea wiggle its way into your brain until you realize you're thinking, "you know what? I don't actually like sitting in and creating traffic every day" and "actually I would like some light exercise each day" and "why the hell *am* I paying so much for car insurance for a car that mostly drives less than 5 miles at a time??" ... Then, circle back to Offbeat where you had that great test-ride and take the plunge. You're only regret will be not having bought a cargo bike sooner.

Started looking at an Urban Arrow back when it was Four Star under the previous owner. For various…read morereasons we didn't end up purchasing until quite a bit later when ownership changed. I was worried about that change but Offbeat, and Mandalyn, have been awesome! Purchase was easy, a small part issue (from the factory) was resolved quickly, and it's been smooth biking with kids, groceries, and adults as cargo for well over a year. If your experience is anything like mine, Mandalyn will have all the answers to your questions and will be super patient (and not at all pushy) as you make what is likely to be a significant purchase.

Outstanding work!! I couldn't be more pleased with the job done by Vince and team. Great…read morecommunication throughout and top notch work. I would highly recommend!!

Sent emails with photos and followed up by phone. Radio silence. Crickets. No response after MONTHS.read more

Kirsten (the instructor) was FANTASTIC to work with! Communicative, patient, friendly, flexible…read more(with scheduling, skill level, etc.) - inspiring. We are so grateful we got to meet and learn from her!

Just got back from Chicago stand up paddle boarding and honestly had a really fun time. I went to…read morethe diversity harbor location as most of the beaches continue to be closed due to COVID. The view and paddle boarding towards the city is quite scenic and it is cool to be able to merge the thundering city with being on the water. It is right next to a public park so there are many people walking, biking, and having picnics which is also a nice sight, however, on the other side of the park is a highway so that takes away from some of the scenery. There are not great parking instructions on the website but we managed to find a spot hero nearby which was pretty easy. Booking a same-day reservation was not a hassle and you simply fill out a liability waiver on the phone once you get there. I was not super sure about how clean the rented equipment was which could be a concern for some people right now, otherwise the rental process was easy. Some other concerns I had were that they give you a box to store your belongings in, but the box is just sitting out in the back of a trailer and I am not sure how well guarded they were. There is also a very low bridge that I had to lay down to go under, and while I thought it was a fun little challenge others may think of it as a nuisance. Overall, good way to paddle board near the city.

So the weekend is approaching! It's July! It's Hot! Chicago is surrounded by water, at least on the…read moreEast side. What are your plans? Might I suggest Jet Skiing?! Let me tell you about my 4th of July Adventure....... My plans were to hang out and eat BBQ with a friend, but she wasn't feeling too well and had to cancel our plans. After making sure she was ok, I was on the verge of catching up on a series on MAX. Then it hit me, "It's a BEAUTIFUL holiday, and you are about to watch tv? What are you doing? You said you wanted to go jet skiing before the summer is over. What are you waiting for? Let's Do It!" I called Chicago Water Sport Rentals on 31st and spoke with the owner who assured me that the day was perfect and the water was fine, code for: "No Danger Here". After an exchange of "God Bless You", I hung up the phone, quickly put sunscreen on, gathered my wetsuit and sunglasses and headed out the door toward the lake. When I got to the harbor and my jet ski rental destination, that's where the magic happened. After a thorough tutorial about how to properly use and have fun on the jet ski that I was sitting on, off I went to the high seas, I mean out toward open waters with the rest of the water sports lovers. Once I got past the channel filled with boat lovers, sailers, and jet ski pros, I played around in open-calm waters while the sun and the city were beaming down on me. The views are absolutely spectacular and the experience was exhilarating! I was on that thing for an hour. Yes, an hour. Last time it was 30 minutes. This time I wanted to challenge myself. Once I got into my groove, there was NO STOPPING ME, until my time was up. ‍ Lol. I highly recommend you try something new this weekend. If you have been jet skiing before, try a new venue off the 31st Street Harbor. Then treat yourself to lunch at the restaurant directly next door. This experience will make you feel ALIVE!

We learned a lot about kayaking from the owner, John. He and his staff took their time in…read moreexplaining every detail of the equipment to us. We had a lot of fun paddling in the harbor and checking out all the boats docked there. There was quite a bit of boat traffic this Sunday afternoon so we rolled with the waves as boats come in and out. Some might find that unpleasant but we thought it was a good opportunity to get a taste of what kayaking on the lake could be like. Kayaks and paddle boards stay within the harbor, which is about 9 miles of boat docks. It's quite an different experience from other kayaking locations; it's manmade and urban and the only wildlife is seagulls. There is a parking lot though its $28 for 0-12hrs during the weekends. We chose to park on the other side of the trail and walked to this location. It's a beautiful walk! The best amenity is the private bathroom with shower. We usually don't get wet with kayak but since this is the lake, we were drenched. Highly recommend wearing swimsuit for any water activities. We'll be back to try the jet skis.

Biking around Navy Pier and along Lakeshore Drive was a refreshing and relaxing experience! The…read morequadcycle wasn't bad but nothing that really stood out - no electric drive, okay prices, and disinterested staff. If you're looking for the quadcycle experience, this is all you have and its good enough. But otherwise, there's Divvy and other rentals that will be better if you're looking for bike rentals.

We used our GoCity pass for this rental and we enjoyed ourselves overall…read more We took a stroll down LakeShore Drive and saw sights from a different perspective. Helmets and locks are included in your rental. You also have a 15 minute "grace" time if you are a bit late.

This is one of the best bike shops in the entire Chicago area. The employees not only know how to…read morediagnose problems and fix bikes but they also know how to deal with customers and treat people kindly and with respect. I would not hesitate to take my bike here for repair.

Legit my favorite bike shop. You got a bike that's broke? They can fix it. You need to know how to…read moreput air in your complicated new tires? They got the free pump outside that doesn't overfill. Plus they'll explain the mechanics in a easy to understand way. You bought a bike and want it assembled? This must be the place. They rent bikes for weekend trail warriors and leisure riders alike. Plus they walk the walk; or ride the ride if you will. You can often see the 2 Bici crew riding on the nearby trails after they close up shop.

5 stars all the way! Igor and Lily are great!…read more I had an issue with my brakes during a ride and stopped by to have Igor take a look. He got right to work troubleshooting my bike. The issue ended up being a little more complicated than I had anticipated and couldn't be repaired on the spot, but Igor was honest with me about what needed to be done, and his pricing was very fair. Igor and Lily are both incredibly friendly and personable. I'm glad to have a shop like this right on the Lakefront Trail. Highly recommended!

I took my bike to Igor's Bike Shack for a tune-up, and I couldn't be happier with the experience…read more Fortunately, they had an opening and were able to service my bike right away. Avery inspected the bike, completed the tune-up, and was both knowledgeable and helpful throughout the process. My bike was long overdue for maintenance, and it now rides like new. Lily, who checked me in and handled the payment, was incredibly friendly and welcoming. The excellent customer service and quality workmanship made for a great experience. I highly recommend Igor's Bike Shack.