You should pack your cycling shoes, pedals, helmet. In case your luggage is lost or delayed, we can provide you with these items temporarily. Our rental bikes come with saddles, but you are welcome to bring your own if you choose.

We don’t rent cycling computers. Each guest should bring their own device (wahoo, garmin, polar etc…) The bikes come with universal mounts.

For hygenic reasons, we don’t rent helmets & shoes; just in case of emergency we have some “used” shoes & helmets, but in limited selection and size.

Sorry but we don’t rent bike lights. Remember in Italy is compulsary to have it, so please bring your own.

Yes, we have everything you need! Our kit is made by the premium italian brand Alè, and offers the finest technical material and fit, for both men and women.

No, sorry. For insurance reason, you cannot take your rental bike for a ride, alone, without our guides.

The Nytro is a pedal assisted road bike (not a scooter). The maximum speed that you can go with the help of the motor is 25km/hour., and if you exceed that speed, the motor will shut off and you have to pedal. There are 4 levels of  motor usage, indicated by color; white/green indicate limited motor use, pink/blue indicate higher motor use. The battery life depends on how the motor is used. Using the white/green levels on the bike doesn’t have a definite end range, but it is possible to exceed 80km. Using the motor more often at the highest pink/blue levels may lower the maximum range to less than 50 km. Obviously it depends not only on the lenght but also on the elevation of the ride.

Once you receive your rental bike, it becomes your responsibility. You are renting top-of-the-line bikes (2022 Pinarello F, Pinarello Grevil, Pinarello Nytro), many with Di2 electronic shifting valued between 7.000 and 14.000 €, and you agree you are receiving it in like new condition, in working order with no scratches or dents.

You will be liable for any damage caused, even unintentionally. However, Garda Bike Hotel provides ‘Complete Peace of Mind’ bike insurance coverage. We have put this coverage in place so that you can relax and enjoy your time riding with us. This insurance, already included in the price of the bike rental, will cover you for accidental damage only. You will just be responsible for a € 500,00 deductible for Pinarello Grevil & Pinarello Nytro and € 999,00 for Pinarello F. Damage estimates will be provided by the original supplier (either the bike shop or the Pinarello factory).

You are more than welcome to bring your own bike. You are responsible for assembling your bike upon arrival and disassembling it upon departure as well as all shipping arrangements needed to get your bike to and from the trip. You will store your bike in our lock biked room, which also has video surveillance security. 

Important information if you are bringing your own bike: 

• We strongly recommend that you do not bring a bike with carbon wheels. We have long descents and constant braking has been known to heat the rims and cause blow-outs. Our roads are not closed to traffic, and even the most experienced cyclists need to maintain control on the descents, brake frequently and avoid traffic. From experience, we know that carbon rims are not the right equipment for our routes.
• We strongly encourage you to come with a 12/32 cassette.  We do a lot of climbing with some steeper grades and have found that guests will enjoy the rides better with a larger cassette.
• Install new tubes and tires on your bike before you arrive. Because we ride as a group, we all have to stop when someone has a mechanical incident, so we encourage everyone to bring their bike in the best condition possible to avoid these types of delays that affect the entire group.
• Similarly, we strongly recommend that your personal bike be thoroughly checked out and tuned up by a mechanic before you arrive. We maintain our rental bikes on a regular basis from a professional mechanic and we ask that you do the same with the bike you bring to ride. For everyone’s safety and enjoyment of their holiday, we try to keep mechanical incidents to a minimum, done best with preventative maintenance.

For insurance reasons you can participate in our guided tours only with our Pinarello bikes, or with your own bike.

Of course! Some bike models are for sale immediately and others at the end of the season. Talk with Nicola about the details.