SANTA MONICA BIKE RENTAL FIELD GUIDE
Ocean‑Avenue Speed: Road Bike Rentals from Santa Monica’s Unlimited Biking
High‑quality road bikes, helmets, color‑coded maps and local guidance—available for rentals from two hours up to a month—this guide helps you turn a bike pickup on Ocean Avenue into a fast, scenic ride through Santa Monica.
Ocean‑Avenue Speed: Road Bike Rentals from Santa Monica’s Unlimited Biking.
Unlimited Biking on Ocean Avenue outfits riders with high‑quality road bikes in a wide range of models and sizes, then sends them into Santa Monica with helmets, a color‑coded map and a bike lock included. Staffed by customer‑service professionals and in‑house mechanics, the shop offers route tips and local knowledge so you can test your speed, explore scenic spots and get up close to the city on two wheels.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
A wide range of road‑bike models and sizes
Unlimited Biking offers high‑quality road bikes across multiple models and sizes so riders can choose a machine that matches their pace and fit; all equipment is maintained in‑house by professional mechanics.
Everything you need—packed and ready
Rentals come with a helmet, a color‑coded map and a bike lock at no extra charge, so you can head out prepared; staff can also advise on pedal choices and shoe compatibility.
Staff guidance and route tips
Customer service staff will answer questions about sizes and types, share tips on good trails and scenic routes, and help plan a ride—plus they’ll install custom pedals if you give advanced notice.
What the day feels like
What the ride feels like
The experience begins at the shop where staff fit you to a road bike and arm you with a helmet, map and lock; once you roll out you follow staff suggestions or the color‑coded map to test speed and soak in Santa Monica’s attractions, returning to the shop at the end of your rental period.
THE BIKES
A wide range of road‑bike models and sizes
Unlimited Biking offers high‑quality road bikes across multiple models and sizes so riders can choose a machine that matches their pace and fit; all equipment is maintained in‑house by professional mechanics.
THE GEAR
Everything you need—packed and ready
Rentals come with a helmet, a color‑coded map and a bike lock at no extra charge, so you can head out prepared; staff can also advise on pedal choices and shoe compatibility.
LOCAL KNOW‑HOW
Staff guidance and route tips
Customer service staff will answer questions about sizes and types, share tips on good trails and scenic routes, and help plan a ride—plus they’ll install custom pedals if you give advanced notice.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Dress for the weather, bring a camera and your usual riding shoes; helmets, a color‑coded map and a bike lock are provided free of charge.
Road bikes come with toe‑cage/basket pedals suitable for regular shoes; if you want to use custom clip‑in pedals, notify the staff in advance and they’ll install them.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long can I rent a road bike?
Rental durations range from 2 hours up to a 1‑month rental.
Where do I pick up the bike?
Pick up and meet at 1431 Ocean Ave, Santa Monica, CA 90401.
What equipment comes with the rental?
Rentals include a helmet, a color‑coded map and a bike lock at no extra charge.
Are the bikes maintained?
All equipment is maintained in‑house by professional mechanics.
Can you install my clip‑in pedals?
Yes—bring your pedals and give the shop advanced notice and the team will be happy to install them.
What are the store hours?
Store hours are 9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. from April 1–October 31 and 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. from November 1–March 31.