WHAT IS INCLUDED?
Bike rentals include a helmet, and overnight rentals include lights. U-locks are included with most rentals, carbon bikes excluded. Additional accessories, such as clip-less pedals and handlebar phone mounts, are available for a small fee.
All bike tours include a bike and require a helmet. Weather-dependent accessories are also provided as needed.
HOW LONG ARE THE TOURS?
Tour lengths vary depending on the experience. Please refer to our Tour Page. We also offer custom length tours in Portland upon request.
HOW MUCH SHOULD I TIP MY GUIDE?
Tipping is always optional but appreciated. A common guideline is $10 per guest for a great experience.
For private tours and groups of 8 or more, a 15% gratuity is automatically applied. You’re always welcome to tip more if your guide went above and beyond.
DO YOU CANCEL TOURS IF IT RAINS?
No, this is Portland! We run tours rain or shine unless conditions are unsafe (heavy storms or ice).
We provide loaner rain jackets and pants at no cost, and all tour bikes (except the Carbon Gravel Bike) are equipped with full fenders to keep you as dry as possible. For more details, refer to the policies on our Tour Page.
CAN I FILL YOUR LIABILITY WAIVER OUT ONLINE TO SAVE TIME?
Yes. You can complete your digital waiver using the link in your confirmation email, or Sign Our Digital Waiver Here
WHERE DO YOU RIDE?
Our guided bike tours explore some of Portland’s best areas, combining bike-friendly routes with local highlights.
- Essential Portland Tour – Covers multiple quadrants of the city, including the Eastbank Esplanade, Tilikum Crossing, PSU, and the Pearl District
- Foodie Field Trip – Focuses on inner SE neighborhoods like Kerns and Sunnyside, with stops near local food spots
- Brews Cruise – Routes vary based on group preferences, typically through NE, SE, and occasionally North Portland
- Forest Park Tour – A gravel-focused ride through one of the largest urban forests in the U.S., suitable for both e-bike riders and experienced cyclists
- Oregon Coast Day Tour – Shuttle out and ride the Three Capes Scenic Route down the wild Northern Oregon coast – includes snacks and lunch!
DO YOU OFFER PRIVATE TOURS?
Yes! We offer private departures for all of our standard tours, as well as fully custom bike tours in Portland.
Private tours allow for a more personalized experience tailored to your group. A minimum $400 booking applies for private Essential Portland tours.
WHEN DO I NEED TO RETURN MY BIKE/RENTAL BY?
All rentals must be returned during business hours (10 AM–6 PM).
If you miss this window, plan to keep the bike overnight in a secure indoor location and return it the next day. Please call ahead if you need to extend your rental. We’ll do our best to accommodate, depending on availability.
DO YOU RENT BIKES?
Yes. We offer a full range of bike rentals in Portland, along with accessories. Please see our Rental Page for details.
DO YOU REPAIR BIKES?
Yes! We are a full service bike shop and offer same-day turnaround for most minor repairs.
DO YOU SELL BIKES?
Yes! We periodically sell used bikes from our rental fleet after they’ve been professionally maintained for over a year. It’s a great way to find a quality bike at a lower price. Call us to check availability.
CAN I KEEP MY BIKE AFTER THE TOUR?
Yes. You can extend your rental after your tour, as long as the bike isn’t reserved for another booking. Select this option when booking or ask your guide on arrival.
CAN I TAKE MY KID(S) ON ONE OF YOUR TOURS?
Yes!
- Minimum Age: 10 years old (younger riders may be accommodated on private tours)
- Minimum Height: 4’6″
We have a limited selection of kids’ bikes and smaller frame sizes. For safety reasons, trailers are not permitted on guided tours, but we’re happy to recommend routes for family rides with trailers.
CAN I BRING MY OWN BIKE OR ONE I HAVE ALREADY RENTED ON A TOUR?
Yes. You’ll receive a $5 discount for bringing your own bike, or $10 if you’ve already rented from us.
Let us know in your booking notes so we can confirm your bike is suitable for the tour.
WHERE ARE YOU LOCATED?
180 NW 3rd Ave. Portland Oregon, 97209 on the corner of NW 3rd and Davis. We are located across the street from Portland Chinatown Museum and the Society Hotel, and next door to Old Town Pizza. The shop is a 3-minute walk from Voodoo Doughnuts and the Downtown Waterfront.
HOW FIT DO I HAVE TO BE TO PARTICIPATE IN A TOUR?
Our Essential Portland, Foodie Fieldtrip, & Brews Cruise tours are more beginner-friendly, while the Forest Park Gravel and Oregon Coast Day Tour are more geared towards intermediate-level cyclists or fitter/competent beginners. All tours are paced to the group; no one gets left behind.
Participants should be comfortable riding a bike and able to sustain light to moderate activity. If you have concerns, reach out before booking. We’re happy to help.
IS THERE A WEIGHT LIMIT ON THE BICYCLES?
Yes, for safety and equipment standards:
- Single Speed: 220 lbs
- Road Bikes: 250 lbs
- E-Bikes: 280 lbs
- Multi-Speed Hybrid: 280 lbs
CAN I ALSO RENT A BIKE RACK FOR RENTAL CAR?
Yes. We have bike racks that go on the back of a sedan style car (must have trunk lid) that holds up to three bikes. We also have a two types of hitch mount racks, which work with the larger 2″ tow hitch.
DO YOU HAVE GIFT CERTIFICATES/CARDS?
Yes! Please visit our Gift Packages page to purchase, or if you do not find what you are looking for, send us an email! Gift Certificates can be used for tours, rentals, or bike service/accessories.
DO YOU HAVE TANDEM BIKES?
Yes. We have one high-end Cannondale road tandem (Large/Small captain/stoker setup).
DO YOU HAVE TRAILERS?
Yes. We offer child trailers (1–2 child options, 40 lb per child) and a pet trailer (75 lb limit).
Trailers can only be used with select bikes. If attaching to your own bike, a vertical rear dropout is required.
DO YOU HAVE KIDS BIKES OR TAG-ALONGS?
Yes, we offer 20″ and 24″ youth bikes for kids, in addition to kid-hauler e-bikes, toddler-hauler e-bikes, and 1- and 2-kid trailers. We don’t offer Tag-alongs at this time.
DO YOU OFFER PICKUP AND DROP-OFF?
We occasionally offer bike delivery and/or pickup within the downtown Portland for an extra fee if we have the staff. Call us with your request, and we’ll do our best to accommodate.
HOW FAR IN ADVANCE SHOULD I SCHEDULE A TOUR?
For larger parties, two weeks in advance is recommended for summer weekends, although we remain flexible and can usually get something together on short notice. Summertime is very busy, and we strongly encourage that you reserve your tour or rental to guarantee availability. We occasionally have cancellations, or availabilities on a same-day basis, so please call if you missed our online booking cutoff and are still interested in a tour or rental!
DO YOU HAVE LARGE GROUP DISCOUNTS FOR RENTALS OR TOURS?
Yes! We offer a 10% discount for groups of 10 or more. Note that for guided tours, we bill gratuity automatically for your tour guide when creating your booking in order to create a fair environment for our staff. Note that private tours, reservations of 8+ rentals, and tour groups of 8+ participants come with a 14-day cancellation policy, rather than our standard 24-hr cancellation policy.
STILL HAVE QUESTIONS? CONTACT US!
CYCLE PORTLAND BIKE TOURS | 503-784-3030 or 844-PDX-BIKE (Toll Free) | pdxbikeshop@gmail.com
