Showed up at 430 on Friday with a broken bike and no appointment - I really needed new handlebars…read moreand a brake, but I wanted to ride the weekend, so Derek stayed late and fixed my bike - Except for the different grip on one side that he had to replace, you couldn't tell anything ever happened. Then he charged me almost nothing, I couldn't believe how well he treated me. Thx Bear Valley Bikes!! Long live the Hermonator!!!

Best place ever Derek is the man he's an incredible bike specialist knows bikes like the back of…read morehis hand. A true professional bring your bike here easily

I found the number for ebike big bear online. I gave them a call to plan a bike trip w my friends…read more This is the response I got:

Sketchy place run buy a weird dude. Wanted a bunch of money up front before I'd even rented the…read morebike to "cover possible damage and theft costs." I'd be fine with that during the rental, but not making the reservation ahead of time. Also not a real shop. Just some guys house. Don't rent from here.

First of all, e bikes were a game changer for us during our week in Big Bear. It was SO fun to…read morepedal or just zip around, and the bikes from getboards are really easy to use! The town is bike friendly and we avoided so much traffic and hassle getting around town for shopping, meals, and exploring. We had a basket on one bike, bungee chord on one, and my backpack made it easy for us to do most shopping we needed for the week without using the car. We reserved our bikes well ahead of our visit to ensure we'd have what we needed. We selected GetBoards because they offered overnight pricing and a range of bikes to meet our needs. We reserved two cruiser style bikes for around-town use but I upgraded to an adventure style bike since it was more comfortable for me to ride. I'm 6', my wife is 5'3", and we were both very comfortable on our bikes. The prices were fair and competitive. We know this because we shopped around before reserving. There was a modest, discounted overnight fee, but with our multi-day rental discount e bikes were an affordable addition to our stay. Matthew helped me when I picked up the bikes and he was friendly, informative, and super patient given it was our first time using e bikes. He ensured I knew how to use the bikes, checked that the headlights were working on both bikes, and set us up with helmets, locks, and chargers before sending us off. We will most definitely rent e bikes from GetBoards the next time we're here. I highly recommend GetBoards for top notch customer service, excellent and well maintained bikes, and a range of rental options to meet any needs (including bikes with kid seats, trailers for children or pets, baskets, and more).

Although my daughter races for Mammoth Mountain, we rented all of her ski gear for this season from…read moreGetboards, and we couldn't be happier. We were referred to Tony by a friend and drove up to Big Bear to view the ski selection and rent several pairs for the entire season. Tony and his crew were incredibly welcoming, professional, and caring. They took the time to walk my daughter and me through all of the equipment she needed. We ended up renting ski boots, GS, SL, and powder skis, and my daughter has thoroughly enjoyed them so far. In fact, the high-quality equipment, along with Tony's expertise in selecting and tuning the right sizes, has been a major contribution to my daughter's great season so far. Thank you very much, Tony, and the team at Getboards.

Kind employees. Crank fell off one of the 3 tandem bikes 5-6 minutes out. Pushed the crank back on…read more Rode back, got it fixed with a new bolt. They reset the clock. Bikes worked well after that. We had a nice bike ride. Value was great. $25 for 1hr.

I called Paddles and Pedals in the morning to inquire about a same day bike rental. They…read moreconfirmed they had availability and we made our way over. Our party was one adult and two kids. The bikes they brought out were the perfect size for each person in our group and they provided helmets. It was about $16/hour for the bike rental. Upon arrival we were helped immediately. From arrival, to waiver signature, and getting on bikes took about 10 minutes. You will need an ID as they hold it until you return with payment. The location is on the north shore and it is easy to find. There was plenty of parking and it's right next to an RV Park with a little liquor store in case you forgot anything. If you didn't bring a drink, pick one up as I did not see any water fountains or bottle fillers on the bike path. The paved bike path is right across the road and it is easy enough. There are some hills, not bad, but not completely flat. You can always walk the bike up if needed. You can ride all the way down the north shore which is mostly undeveloped and absolutely beautiful. We packed a backpack with sandwiches and stopped along the way at picnic tables to eat lunch. Keep in mind for you, your kids, and pets, that it's a little harder to exercise/breathe at high altitudes. There are a few benches to stop and rest as well as a few paths down to the lake. The trail is shared with other bikers, walkers, runners, and a few folks walking dogs. Everyone we encountered was respectful. I knocked one star down because I thought $100+ for one adult and two kid bike rentals for less than 2 hours was a little steep. However, we loved our time on the bike path. The exercise was great and the north shore is beautiful. The trees and lake took our breath away. We will return soon.

Had the best experience renting a paddleboard here! So easy to book and get situated…read more I wanted to especially shoutout Mike. Mike was incredibly friendly and helped us out. We got stuck coming back, and although we came back almost 30 minutes late, he stayed past closing just to help us re-dock and was incredibly kind about it. It was totally our fault, but his kindness and understanding was so appreciated. Thank you so much for having us, will be telling others to rent from this business!!

Came up to Big Bear for the weekend with the family and kids, and decided to go kayaking, first…read moretime for all and we had a blast (dog included)! The staff (Matthew and Zen) were so sweet and helpful, gave us the best service! Highly recommend renting your gear here. Next time we're going to try paddle boarding!

Awesome e bike experience! Great people! We will definitely be renting from them again!read more

I had the most incredible time in Big Bear because of Sunny-Side e-Bikes!!!!! I was able to see…read moreparts of Big Bear I never knew existed such as, SUNSET ROCK and LAKE LOOP! The owners are so cool and full of knowledge! Had a BLAST and Highly Highly recommend!

Howdy Big Bear! You are our second home away from home. I wanted to stop in and see the new…read moreimprovements. What a great space! In one corner, there's everything you need to know or buy for a ski resort experience, ticketing, souvenirs, T-shirts, sweatshirts, postcards (I admired the wooden ones), Christmas ornaments, even dog sweaters. The woman working this station was kind and friendly. In the center, a large model map of Big Bear is there for viewing and the main counter for information on everything Big Bear. There's a wall of pamphlets for recreation, restaurant guides and hiking trail maps. I took a couple stickers and a hiking trail map while listening to the main Information Manager speak on the phone in a kind and understanding manner while some entitled person ran the poor woman through the wringer about why this and why that isn't discounted etc. The information manager never broke character on her professional stance and continued for no less than 15 minutes of warding off some maniacal caller. I felt for her. These women deserve better. I originally wanted to go in for their 'Care for Big Bear' kit, since I'm all about that idea. However, the caller took over our visit. We will try again in a week or two. I remember the old location on Bartlett, it was nice too. This new location is so beautiful. You're doing a great job Visitors Center. We Love Our Big Bear! We love those who pack it in-pack it out.

I had the pleasure of receiving skiing lessons from Timothy Blair. He was awesome, patient, and…read moreencouraging! By the 2nd half of our lesson I was confident!!! I really enjoyed my first experience skiing and Timothy is the absolute best!!

We wanted to try out and see how our dogs would do kayaking...the staff was super helpful and made…read moresome recommendations to get us going. Even though our dogs jumped off twice we got out a little bit but they were still stressed so we ended up coming in brought them home and went back without dogs. They credited us the time and were very chill and understanding. Really great place and would definitely go back again.

Very chill experience, not much to complain about. Free parking in the adjacent lot, just walk down…read moreto the dock and the kayaks are already in the water and waiting for you to disembark. They explain the rules of the lake, you check in on a sheet of paper, and then they quickly get you situated in a kayak and send you off. Very efficient, no time wasted. They're very patient when it comes to getting you in and out of your kayak if you have a dog. I'm not sure if all kayak places have this, but it was nice that they had pads specifically for dogs to sit/lay on so that they're comfortable. Will definitely always come back here for kayaking in Big Bear.

Corey is the man!! I came for their Labor Day sale and he was super helpful and just a nice guy in…read moregeneral. I found some great stuff, a jacket and pants. Thanks Corey

I went in morning of Saturday, Feb 22 and an older man greeted me in a very condescending way. I…read morewas wearing a face mask and asked me why I was all covered up for? Then gave me a pair of boots didn't even explain to me how to unlock them or lace them up. When it was time to pick up my helmet, he was like "you just been standing there not trying it on." It was my first time snowboarding so I had no Idea what to even look for. I expect this kind of immature attitude from a teenager, very pathetic coming from an older guy.

Cute. Lil Mountain Park before you head down the mountain back to the city. Park has some tree…read moreshade, nice green grass to set your blankie on and enjoy the fresh air, have a picnic or people watch. Doggie, pet friendly. Clean restrooms. If you feel like dipping your tosies in the crisp water, there is access, you can walk down to. Parking lot is small and tight. Happy Adventure Ya'll!

Boulder Bay Park is one of Big Bear Lake's most picturesque (and busy) spots, offering stunning…read moreviews of the lake, towering boulders, and plenty of open space for you and your dog to enjoy. Located on the western side of Big Bear Lake, this park is a popular destination for both locals and visitors, particularly those looking to enjoy a peaceful and leisurely walk with their pets, a picnic, or just some quiet time by the water. There is a free parking lot adjacent to the park, but it can fill up quickly, especially on weekends and holidays. If the lot is full, there is additional street parking available nearby. The park is open year-round, but the best times to visit are during the spring, summer, and fall when the weather is mild, and the lake is at its most beautiful.