SUTTONS BAY BIKE TOUR FIELD GUIDE
City‑Cruiser Through Suttons Bay: Quiet Roads, Electric Ease
Self‑guided electric bike rentals from Ride Leelanau let riders explore Suttons Bay and the wider Leelanau County at their own pace—ideal for short jaunts or multi‑day loops.
City‑Cruiser Through Suttons Bay: Quiet Roads, Electric Ease.
Ride Leelanau’s City Cruiser Style rental program turns Suttons Bay into a low‑speed touring ground: electric commuter bikes that flatten the hills, a simple check‑in, and the freedom to trace shoreline roads or village streets on your own schedule.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Electric Commuter Bikes Built for Easy Miles
The fleet is oriented toward comfort and ease—electric commuter bikes sized for riders roughly 4'8" to 6'2"—making longer distance riding across Leelanau achievable without a heavy pedal load.
Rent for Hours or Keep Them for Days
Rentals are offered on short and extended schedules—from five‑hour sessions up to weeklong rentals—so you can stitch together a quick town loop or an extended exploration of the county.
Child Seats and Passenger Options for Young Riders
Families can bring children: passengers under 16 are permitted on certain cargo models and child seats are available for kids 9 months to 6 years (up to 40 lbs), with helmets provided for all riders.
What the day feels like
What the Ride Feels Like
Pick up a bike from Ride Leelanau, secure a helmet, sign the waiver, and head out along quiet county roads and village streets at a pace you control—the electric assist eases grades and widens the range of day rides, while rentals can be tailored from a single morning to a full week.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this rental suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Pack sunscreen, a camera, and gloves if the weather is cool; helmets are provided by the operator.
Rentals are offered on short to extended schedules—five‑hour sessions up to weeklong rentals—so choose a duration that matches your route plans.
A credit card hold (typically $75) is taken at check‑in and all riders must sign a waiver before departing.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
What are the rental durations?
Rentals are available from five‑hour sessions up to one‑week rentals.
What ages can rent and ride?
Riders must be 16 years and older to rent; passengers under 16 are permitted only on certain cargo models.
Can I bring children?
Yes—child seats are available to rent for children 9 months to 6 years old (up to 40 lbs), and certain models allow under‑16 passengers.
Are helmets included?
Helmets are provided with the rental.
Is there a deposit or hold required?
A credit card hold of $75 is required at check‑in.
Do I need to sign anything?
All riders are required to sign a waiver before taking a bike.