Cannot rate this company high enough. Would give it a 10. Rented a bike a year ago and this week…read more Gave them my Bike's measurements and the pressure I wanted in each tire and was delivered to my hotel exactly as specified. The team there could not be nicer.

From the owner: Travelling interstate or international to Melbourne and want to keep up your training schedule or…read moretake in the best road cycling that Australia has to offer? 10Bikes offers experienced cyclists who travel to Melbourne a quality 'ride' delivered to them, set up and ready to go. It's short term bike rental made easy.

I had a blast with Freddy's Bikes! My friends and I rented road bikes for an afternoon and rode…read morearound the Capital City trail. It was amazing! The guys at Freddy's made sure we all had the right fit and we were all set for our ride. It was easy to follow the trail along the river and the views were gorgeous. Definitely stop at the Farm Cafe near the Convent! The bike trails around the city are well maintained and the bike lanes on the city streets are well marked. A great biking city! I spent a month in Melbourne and this was one of my favorite activities. Great way to see a lot in just a couple of hours!

I came to Melbourne knowing that it was famous for its bike culture and extensive bike trail…read morenetwork. I was planning on simply renting a bike and touring around on my own, but I'm so glad Freddy's came up on my search. Freddy's offers three things together that I absolutely love: being active, history and food. On top of that, you're getting humour and great company too. The four hour tour was about $50 and includes the bike and helmet rental. The historical component was comprehensive, you learn about the Indigenous origins, first settlers and ongoing immigration, historical context, architecture, graffiti alley, culture, sport and more than I could continue to list. Freddy himself is very knowledgable, humorous, and downright likeable. He's an extremely gifted storyteller and you're not only gaining information, but he also effectively relayed the significance and even quirks of each spot we covered. Altogether, you get a great sense of the city from its origins to where it brings us at present day. It's timed very well, and you're given several opportunities to go and explore some spaces on your own for a few minutes at a time (he'll stay and watch the bikes). We ate together as a group at a spot (sorry, forgot the name). It was a wonderful meal and the experience of connecting with other unique individuals added to the experience. Absolutely cannot be missed if you're in town, and it's done at a pace that should be accessible to most. Tips: free water with Yelp check in. He also rents the bikes for individual use. Easy to use 5 speed (I believe) bikes.

If you would want to: - See and learn about nearly all of…read moreMelbourne in 4 hours, up close and personal - Get some exercise - Be outdoors - Find great restaurants and pubs, shopping etc. - Learn about the history of Melbourne and Australia Then this tour is for you! This tour is fun, and a great way to see Melbourne. We arrived in Melbourne and scheduled this tour as our first activity. We scheduled our tour at the last minute, and Rentabike was sold out with private tours. Bryan, who was an awesome tour guide, offered an early morning tour and we accepted. The tour is a full four hours, primarily flat, but there are some moderate hills. The bike were as advertised - comfortable 21 speed bikes ( you will NOT need all of the gears!) with a water holder. Bryan offered plenty of water. We toured every major section of the city and Bryan explained every section in detail in relationship to the main city (downtown). We visited all of the sports venues, main shopping areas, many pubs and restaurants, most of which we have since visited for lunch, dinner or a drink. A hidden and important additional value of the tour is orientation. We have used public transportation and/or walked the entire city visiting attractions, and the tour provided invaluable orientation that helped us navigate the city. To break up the tour, we stopped for coffee and cakes, and later we stopped for lunch. We had lunch on the campus of the University of Melbourne which was awesome! After the tour, Bryan provided a map of the city and highlighted our tour route. The bike shop offers discounts for renting the bike on another day. You may keep the bike after the tour also. If you are visiting Melbourne, this tour is worth the time and money. Bring cash for the tour, the bike shop did not accept credit cards the day we toured. https://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowUserReviews-g255100-d2281661-r534465565-Rentabike_Tours-Melbourne_Victoria.html#

Barreling down the mountain, on day two of our mountain bike expedition (read; Jean getting beat up…read moreby her new blue bike in really nice scenic areas), we stumbled across The Epicentre. A small cafe/bike repair/back country adventure advice specialists area. Being later on a Sunday afternoon we had been trumped by the grey nomad 4WD community, so there wasn't a massive amount of food on offer and we opted for a quick coffee and banana smoothie. The coffee was as good as in Melbourne but the almond/macadamia milk banana smoothie was by far the winner! These guys here are riders and general adventurers, so understand that a heavy dairy style drink isn't going to sit well on the next 20km of trails. The store space here is multi purpose depending on the season and was under going renovations when we dropped by.

I was visiting from the USA and at the last minute decided or rent a road bike for two days. No…read morelocal shops could help me with anime but after a few calls I found Brighton Cycles. The owner I think Ethel "sic" was so friendly and accommodating. They provided a fantastic road bike, set me up with a spare tube and helmet, and even were very generous and gave me a water bottle when I asked at no charge and said I could keep it. These guys were awesome and such a pleasure and great fun I found them. They are bikers and are passionate and gave me great tips on rides for the 2 days. What an awesome time and can't thank them enough!!! Melbourne was amazing to see on bike and I have them to thank for it.

From the owner: Apollo, Giant, Ridley, Malvern Star, Raleigh & many more. Specialist advice at the right price!…read moreOver 30 yrs experience to rely on.

If you are someone who thrives on exercise, and you are after some adventure: you have come to the…read moreright review. The Melbourne Bike Share (created and operated by the RACV) enables locals and visitors to Melbourne CBD and Inner City areas alike an opportunity to rent a blue Melbourne bike from one of many stations. Feel free to hire the bike for as long you need. Daily access starts at $2.50, and the value gradually increases depending on how long you hire one of the bikes for. Around 60 minutes of bike riding will set you back around $4.50. Annual subscriptions for unlimited use are available for $50. A $50 bike bond is payable which will be refunded back onto your credit card upon successful return of your hired bike to any station. There is great flexibility in the sense that the bike you hired does not have to be returned to the same station that you hired it from. Remember, it is a legal requirement to wear a helmet while bike riding in Melbourne. Helmets are available for only $5 at 7-Eleven on Spencer Street (and other participating 7-Eleven outlets around Melbourne); or alternatively available for purchase at a designated vending machine at Southern Cross Station opposite the Vibe Savoy Hotel. These bikes are of high quality, and I find this service to be outstanding without any issues to date. Bike riding along the Yarra also makes me feel so prosperous. Further information on this service can be found at www.melbournebikeshare.com.au

If I have a helmet with me in the CBD it's because I also have my bike. This is not a practical…read moreidea in Australia and the effort could be better spent promoting bicycling in other ways. It's not that the idea is bad, it just doesn't work here.

Can you buy a cheaper bike elsewhere? Sure. But you won't get a premium bike with the level of…read moreservice and care for the rider that Billy and his team offer. Great location and great products. The follow up service is the kicker, but go and say hello: you won't be disappointed.

From the owner: We are one of Australia's most progressive and fastest growing bike shops. We proudly have the best…read moreproducts, locations and people to serve anyone who rides a bike - you! We started as a single store in Melbourne in 2012, and have grown to six fantastic centres of all things bike. We want to be the bike shop Melbourne deserves, and pride ourselves on making your experience at Cycles Galleria fun, easy and simple. Our vision is simple: To create happier, healthier people riding more often. So come and ride with us!

A down to earth and customer-focused independent bike retailer…read more Good things: - Engaging and conscientious staff - Variety of bike types and brands - Central location Not so good things: - Lack of test ride venues - Shop can be crowded when busy Had a run of good experiences with these guys. Although they didn't have a bike that suited me when I first went in, they gave a lot of options and test rides and didn't push the sale when I decided not to buy. The bike I got elsewhere has gone in a couple of times for troubleshooting since, and the Cycles Galleria team has been great. They're not snobby toward commuter riders and noobs on a budget the way some bike places are, and seem genuinely keen to help customers get the most out of their ride. Despite the trend toward single brand shops in Melbourne (e.g. Specialized), Cycles Galleria appears to have a handpicked selection from several manufacturers, ranging from cute hybrids with baskets and kickstands up to sleek full carbon road and cyclocross bikes, plus some innovative belt drive commuters. Their prices are very competitive even though the rent must be horrendous in a city mall, and they'll consider price matching where it's reasonable. As another reviewer suggested, CBD traffic isn't great for test riding bikes, although at quieter times of day the area is perfect for trying out climbs and descents. The small-ish shop floor also tends to crowd when customers are browsing and a few people have bikes lined up for service. Overall, Cycles Galleria stands out for customer service in a market that seems to be moving toward high-volume warehouse retailers and elite racing specialists. Highly recommended for novice riders like myself who need good technical advice above and beyond the usual sales pitch.

Friendly and professional advice (best price in the city) The only bad thing is there is not much…read morespace to test ride the bikes.

Biggest selection of Bromptons and accessories in Australia (and a full range of demonstrators)…read more All the service and support you need. Run by a team of Brompton owners (they have the experience and knowledge). To me, my Brompton folding bicycle is the easiest way to commute, work, shop and live - with none of the hassles or worries of leaving your bicycle behind / outside.

From the owner: Due to COVID, an enormous rise in demand and temporarily reduced supply has resulted in no bike…read morestock currently. Please check our website for more updates. Please email to book an appointment prior to visiting our store.