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Backyard Bike Shop
5610 Gulf of Mexico Drive, Longboat Key, Florida, United States
About the Backyard Bike Shop
Backyard Bike Shop is a charming bicycle store located at 5610 Gulf of Mexico Drive in Longboat Key, Florida. This cozy shop offers a wide selection of bikes, accessories, and gear for cyclists of all levels. Whether you're a casual rider or a seasoned pro, you'll find everything you need to hit the road or trails in style. The knowledgeable staff at Backyard Bike Shop are passionate about cycling and are always ready to help you find the perfect bike for your needs. Stop by and discover why this shop is a favorite among locals and visitors alike.
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5610 Gulf of Mexico Dr #1B, Longboat Key, FL 34228, United States
Opening hours of Backyard Bike Shop
Monday:
10:00 - 16:00
Tuesday:
10:00 - 16:00
Wednesday:
10:00 - 14:00
Thursday:
10:00 - 16:00
Friday:
10:00 - 16:00
Saturday:
10:00 - 16:00
Sunday:
10:00 - 16:00
Reviews of Backyard Bike Shop
"Owner is very nice, explained to us all the options we have on renting a bike. Prices are more than fair. Highly recommend if you want to bike around longboat key."
"Bought my bike here three years ago and have been using it almost daily since. Just had it for a tune up and it feels so good to be back on my bike after borrowing one for awhile. Thanks, Charlie."
"I stopped by to rent a bike for a week in January. During an earlier visit, I checked to see what types of bikes they carried. I was told that I couldn't reserve a specific bike in advance, but it looked like there should be something that would work for me when I came back, as there was quite a large inventory on hand. My primary ride at home is a hybrid that leans toward road bike. When I arrived this time, there really wasn't anything quite close to what I was looking for. I did end up taking off on an older hybrid-ish bike that initially had a seat the size of a pie pan, but was swapped out for a smaller seat. After riding over the weekend with it, there was considerable slipping when I would take off from a stop - enough to make it very difficult to ride. Back on Monday I went. I suspected a problem with the derailleur, and that was indeed the issue. I asked if it could be repaired/replaced, but was told "pick out another bike". There were many bikes on hand, but looking over them, most looked like what someone might want to rent for a casual/slow ride for a few hours: older bikes, vertical seating position, large seat, etc. Just about to throw up my hands, I spotted a hybrid similar enough to what I hoped for. I took a couple slow circles around the parking lot and proclaimed it good enough. The problem arose a couple miles down the road when I realized the back brakes were about 95% non functional (that might be generous). After a closer inspection, I could see that the back pads were worn flat. I guess I would have hoped that this type of thing would be checked out before allowing a customer to take off on the bike, as this is clearly a safety issue. When I arrived back the next morning, the owner was just opening. When I pointed out the issue with the brakes and asked if he could flip a new set on, he told me "I don't have time, pick out another bike". I see a pattern now - "pick out another bike" is apparently the regular response. I told him that this bike was working good for me, but just needed the brakes repaired (10 minute job). He just stared at me and said "all good"? Well, no, not all good. I ended up riding it back to my place and swapped the somewhat functional pads on the front to the rear, to at least make it rideable. Thankfully, I had a couple bike tools with me, and was able to do this. Overall, just a frustrating experience, as I don't think my request to fix the brakes was unreasonable. I guess that if you are considering renting a bike from here, your experience will likely depend on your expectations. Mine were likely higher than the average person that might be looking for a slow casual ride. But that aside, I was still surprised to find that both bikes that I rode had an issue with their performance and safety, and the answer seems to be "pick out another bike""
"I was looking for a roadbike during our stay on AMI. Backyard Bike Shop had a Specialized Allez for me, which worked well for my 40mile trip to Sarasota and back. The shop is run by lovely people. Give it a try if you are around town or on Anna Maria Island. Would definitely recommend! Lock and helmet was included in the rental. They only accept cash and checks. No credit or debit-card!"
"We recently rented two bikes from Charlie at the Backyard Bike Shop. (Longboat Key) Included combination lock and removable handlebar basket (super practical) for each bike. Excellent value and very friendly and knowledgeable staff. Great area to cycle and explore. I highly recommend Backyard Bike Shops if you're in Longboat Key."
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