10 excellent reasons to rent a bike on vacation

I rent. I don't rent. Should I take my good old bike? No, I rent a great bike

. Well, we've got you covered! Here are 10 reasons to rent a bike on vacation!

Let's be honest. We've all tried, one day, to transport our old love bike

, which weighs a ton by the way, on a crowded train in the middle of July. A very risky decision. The result was the wrath of half the carriage, hateful stares the whole way and calves shredded by the agony of getting the bike off the train. BRIEF. Frankly, you don't want this nightmare vision to kick-start your vacation, do you? After all, vacations mean peace and quiet, and luxury if you've got the bank account to match. The solution? Bike hire, of course.

Whether you're traveling as a family, a couple or a group, bike rental offers a solution to suit everyone. You can choose from a fleet of bikes to find the one that best suits your needs and preferences. It's also the perfect opportunity to treat yourself to an IN-CRO-YA-BLE bike. The one you secretly dream about at night, but which costs a pittance. With a rental, you can show off behind the wheel of this little jewel

, without burning a hole in your bank account. And for the more adventurous among you, you can even change bikes along the way, to try out different pleasures.

The big advantage of renting a bike is that it can be adapted precisely to your needs, offering you flexibility in terms of duration. Whether you want to rent a bike for a day or for the whole duration of your vacation, you can choose the contract that best suits your needs. Example: you're in the mood for a sporty vacation for the first few days. And then, finally, you're exhausted and would like to spend the rest of your vacation by the pool, scrolling on your phone. First of all, 1, we don't judge, and 2, we tell you it's better to rent. That way, there's no pressure.

Socket wrench, mallet, hacksaw, pin driver... Obviously, you've got all this stuff in your garage (but do you have a garage?). Yes, these are the tools you need to repair your bike. But if you don't know what you're doing, if you don't want to know how to do it, and if you're afraid of being lost in the pampas with a broken bike, it can be a very good solution to rent. What's the point? Because your rental company will pamper

you. When you rent a bike, maintenance and repairs are generally included in the contract. So you don't have to worry about mechanical problems, because the rental company takes care of keeping the bike in good working order! Yippee!

Crowded streets, full parking lots, traffic lights and road rage. Now you can escape thehell of

vacationing by car! That's right, because renting a bike also offers great mobility: easier to get around, easier to park. You'll be able to explore the various tourist attractions of a city or region quickly and easily, avoiding traffic jams and parking problems.

Relaxing on the beach is good for chill-out and vitamin D. But it's a good idea to combine it with a bit of cycling to stay in shape on vacation! It's often a time when we abandon our good resolutions: sport, vegetables, water... Cycling really is the best way to enjoy yourself on vacation while staying active and looking after your health. Cycling is gentle on the joints

, allowing you to enjoy the great outdoors while staying in shape. For your information, regular cycling increases fat elimination and helps combat weight gain, diabetes and hypertension:

• Building up thighs, calves and abdominal muscles
• Cardiac training and improved recovery after exercise
• Prevention of high blood pressure
• Better control of blood cholesterol levels
• Combats overweight
• Improved respiratory function and lung volume
• Improved concentration and pain resistance
• Improved sense of observation and orientation
• Combats stress

What if we took advantage of our vacations to do something for the planet? That's right! Renting a bike on vacation allows you to avoid the initial costs associated with buying a bike. You can enjoy the mobility and benefits of cycling without having to invest in new equipment. What's more, cycling is particularly eco-friendly: opting for a bicycle for your vacation trips helps reduce your carbon footprint. Unlike a car, a bicycle doesn't produce exhaust fumes or contribute to air pollution. We love it, especially as it's also good for the wallet!

The great thing about bicycles is that they have an incredible amount of sympathy. You turn up with your bike, your panniers overflowing and dripping, and bam, the whole world empathizes with you

. They want to know where you've come from with your gear, where you're going and how your adventure has gone so far. Renting a bike makes it easier for you to connect with the locals and ask them for the best addresses, the best spots and all the tips you need to explore your destination.

Want to see it all without breaking a sweat? Depending on your use, electric bicycles (VAE) are for you. Increasingly popular in the rental sector, they offer electric assistance that makes climbs and long distances easier, allowing you to cover greater distances without getting tired. And without arriving at your party completely sweaty. What's more, you'll also be able to discover places that are inaccessible by car

or public transport. You'll find picturesque lanes, charming alleyways and hidden corners that tourists (but not you, of course) can't get to.

Renting also means letting yourself be guided by tourism professionals and discovering a wide range of adapted offers and services. Many bike rental companies offer a variety of offers and services to meet your needs, both for your bike trip (special rates, family packages, assistance services in case of technical problems) and for excursions, courses and outings you might not have thought of. Bike rental companies are the first ambassadors of their territory

, and many of them offer activities in partnership with other specialized rental companies to provide you with extraordinary experiences, such as paragliding, climbing, surfing and so on. It's the aventuuuuure

!

In short, renting a bike or an electric bike on vacation has many advantages

, in terms of mobility, health, peace of mind, ecology, meeting local people and freedom of discovery. Bike rental companies offer a variety of options, including electric bikes, to suit your specific needs. So the next time you go on vacation, consider bike rental as a practical, economical and environmentally-friendly option!