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1233 Howard Street San Francisco, CA 94103 (415) 241-BIKE (2453) mikesbikes.com Description Not only does Mike’s know bikes, but Mike’s knows Bay Area biking. Founded in 1964 in Marin County, Mike’s Bikes is a Bay Area mainstay, now with stores in San Rafael, Sausalito, San Francisco, Berkeley, Palo Alto, Sacramento, Los Gatos, Petaluma, and Walnut Creek. It’s even rumored that the San Rafael store sold some of the nation’s first

899 Columbus Avenue San Francisco, CA 94133 (415) 229-2000 bicyclerental.com Description What sets Bike and Roll apart from the many other San Francisco bike rental options are the many bike rental choices and special offers on offer. Along with the standard comfort, road, mountain, and children’s bikes, this popular company offers tandem and electric bikes, and even a seven-person Fun Cycle. Rentals range from $8 to $15 an hour and

427 Water Street Oakland, CA 94607 510-836-2311 bayareabikes.com Description The staff at Bay Area Bikes is passionate about sharing their love of cycling as a lifestyle. And they actually practice what they preach—all staffers at this Oakland shop commute by bike to and from work. But don’t let their dedication intimidate you. These down-to-earth cyclists are happy to help, whether you are a fellow bike enthusiast or a cycling newbie. Bay

2661 Taylor Street San Francisco, CA 94133 (415) 346-Bike (2453) baycitybike.com Description All of the bikes at Bay City Bike are guaranteed to be in good shape, since the shop sells and replaces all bikes on a yearly basis. Comfort bikes start at $32 a day, performance bikes start at $40 a day, and children’s bikes cost  $20 a day. Electric bikes are also available for $50 a day. Reservations

Tresidder Union 459 Lagunita Drive #12 Stanford, CA 94305 (650) 723-9300 campusbikeshop.com Description Stanford University is surrounded by several bike-friendly communities that make for safe and easy travel on two wheels. If you’re looking for a more urban biking experience, you can bike to nearby Palo Alto, Mountain View, or Menlo Park for some great shopping and eating. Plus, hundreds of road and mountain biking trails run from Stanford to

2265 Old Middlefield Way Mountain View, CA 94043 1- (877) 322-1667 udctours.com Description The great thing about Undiscovered Country is that you can start your ride from anywhere you choose (within a reasonable distance to the headquarters, that is) and have your bike delivered to you. The price is on the steeper side ($45 for a day rental), but you can be assured that your rental will be the lightest

The Embarcadero Pier 40 San Francisco, CA 94107 (415) 543-4335 thebikehut.org Description The Bike Hut is located on the scenic South Beach, close to numerous bike trails around the city. Basic mountain bikes can be rented for $6 an hour or $22 per day, and tandem cruisers are available for $11 per hour and $36 per day. Kids’ bikes are available for $3 an hour. All rentals include helmets, locks,

2715 Hyde Street San Francisco, CA 94109 (415) 202-8888 blazingsaddles.com Description Conveniently located on the San Francisco Bay—only a few miles from the Golden Gate Bridge—Blazing Saddles makes it easy to grab a bike and go. There are tons of bike options to choose from, including baby seats, kid’s bikes, and even electric bikes. The rentals range in price from $32 to $105 for the day and include custom maps,