rylemano Posted September 7, 2009 Share Posted September 7, 2009 Hello, I'd like to rent a bicycle (as opposed to a motorcycle) in Pattaya for a few weeks. It's just a better way to stay in shape and nicer way to get around, at least in my opinion. So far, I've seen only one hotel (a-one hotel on Beach Road near soi 3...call it a-zero hotel) renting cheap 3000 baht worth bikes. The Hotel wanted 150 Baht / 3 hours + 100 U.S.$ deposit + my passeport. I told them they really didn't want to rent these bikes. Let's move on. Anyone knows where I can rent for a longer period of time, like 1, 2 or 3 weeks? Thanks! Ryle Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
syd barrett Posted September 7, 2009 Share Posted September 7, 2009 Hello, I'd like to rent a bicycle (as opposed to a motorcycle) in Pattaya for a few weeks. It's just a better way to stay in shape and nicer way to get around, at least in my opinion. So far, I've seen only one hotel (a-one hotel on Beach Road near soi 3...call it a-zero hotel) renting cheap 3000 baht worth bikes. The Hotel wanted 150 Baht / 3 hours + 100 U.S.$ deposit + my passeport. I told them they really didn't want to rent these bikes. Let's move on. Anyone knows where I can rent for a longer period of time, like 1, 2 or 3 weeks? Thanks! Ryle I have seen bikes on sale for less than 1000 baht new in Pattaya. Maybe just buy one then take it back home. Most airlines carry a bike for free if forewarned. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr_hippo Posted September 7, 2009 Share Posted September 7, 2009 I have seen bikes on sale for less than 1000 baht new in Pattaya. Bikes? They are toys Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWalkingMan Posted September 7, 2009 Share Posted September 7, 2009 ...So far, I've seen only one hotel (a-one hotel on Beach Road near soi 3...call it a-zero hotel) renting cheap 3000 baht worth bikes. The Hotel wanted 150 Baht / 3 hours + 100 U.S.$ deposit + my passeport... They wanted your passport too I rented a bicycle once in Jomtiem. No passport required and I think it was about the same price. Anyway the seat was hard as a rock and the brakes were of dubious quality. If I were serious about biking for a couple of weeks, I would buy one as the prices are not that high. Pass it on to another person when you leave. If you are on a budget, maybe you could decrease your hotel spend(?) Have fun, TheWalkingMan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
syd barrett Posted September 7, 2009 Share Posted September 7, 2009 I have been thinking. It might be best to ask around a bit, local Thai's, Motor Cycle Taxi drivers etc. I am sure someone will rent you a bike cheaply. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BWPattaya Posted September 7, 2009 Share Posted September 7, 2009 Hello, I'd like to rent a bicycle (as opposed to a motorcycle) in Pattaya for a few weeks. It's just a better way to stay in shape and nicer way to get around, at least in my opinion. So far, I've seen only one hotel (a-one hotel on Beach Road near soi 3...call it a-zero hotel) renting cheap 3000 baht worth bikes. The Hotel wanted 150 Baht / 3 hours + 100 U.S.$ deposit + my passeport. I told them they really didn't want to rent these bikes. Let's move on. Anyone knows where I can rent for a longer period of time, like 1, 2 or 3 weeks? Thanks! Ryle I think the easiest thing to do is go to Tesco or Big C, or even a specialist bike shop, and buy a new one. No worry about losing a deposit when you return it. Have someone ready to buy it cheap when you leave. Buy a cheap one at 1,000 Bt, that will be 50 Bt per day for three weeks use, plus a return if you sell it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jiu-Jitsu Posted September 7, 2009 Share Posted September 7, 2009 Clearly some of these jokers have never ridden a bike. 1000 baht bicycle? Sadly, you going to be a bit stuck for a decent bike. I looked into it, but the only option was to buy a new one and sell it back to the shop for half price at the end of your stay. A TREK was around 14k, so only useful for longstayers or for those who want a decent cycle and don't care too much about the cost. The supermarket bicycles are pure rubbish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pdavies99 Posted September 7, 2009 Share Posted September 7, 2009 (edited) Renting a bike is really a waste of time in Pattaya, there are no good outlets. You can buy a bike in Tescos or Carrefour for about 5-6000 baht but be warned...they are cheap chinese style imports..they look okay but fall apart....the pedals are plastic/ rubber and will snap off at the screw given any testing pressure, the wheel bearings will break up quickly, the gears are the cheapest possible and will lose selection after a few days...the list goes on. If you really want a good semi mountain bike style then go down Theprasit Road (Jomtien) towards the sea and on the right hand side about half way down is a "real" mountain bike shop and they will sell you a reasonable quality bike for around 8000 baht upwards which you could sell on after your holiday...."trust me" I have been along this route of buying bikes. (14,000 Baht will buy you a 24 Gear bike, with adjustable front shockers and lightweight frame etc which is probably a good bike without rear suspension and disc brakes, a very good all round bike, which is what I have) Good Luck Paul Hello, I'd like to rent a bicycle (as opposed to a motorcycle) in Pattaya for a few weeks. It's just a better way to stay in shape and nicer way to get around, at least in my opinion. So far, I've seen only one hotel (a-one hotel on Beach Road near soi 3...call it a-zero hotel) renting cheap 3000 baht worth bikes. The Hotel wanted 150 Baht / 3 hours + 100 U.S.$ deposit + my passeport. I told them they really didn't want to rent these bikes. Let's move on. Anyone knows where I can rent for a longer period of time, like 1, 2 or 3 weeks? Thanks! Ryle I think the easiest thing to do is go to Tesco or Big C, or even a specialist bike shop, and buy a new one. No worry about losing a deposit when you return it. Have someone ready to buy it cheap when you leave. Buy a cheap one at 1,000 Bt, that will be 50 Bt per day for three weeks use, plus a return if you sell it. Edited September 7, 2009 by Pdavies99 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jiu-Jitsu Posted September 7, 2009 Share Posted September 7, 2009 Bike shops on Thepprasit Road. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jiu-Jitsu Posted September 7, 2009 Share Posted September 7, 2009 Some of the motorcycle renters on or around the Beach Road may have a bicycle or two to rent, though they will inevitably the supermarket rubbish. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheWalkingMan Posted September 7, 2009 Share Posted September 7, 2009 There are times when the prices in Thailand amaze me. In Japan, I can buy a decent, last for years, run around town, basket in the front, one speed bicycle for about 3.5k baht. If I want to improve to a sturdier, multi-speed model then up to an additional 3.5k or so is more than enough for a quality machine. TheWalkingMan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bilags Posted September 7, 2009 Share Posted September 7, 2009 i have also woundered WHERE can i rent a bike for a day. No place? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
curlywatt Posted September 7, 2009 Share Posted September 7, 2009 i have also woundered WHERE can i rent a bike for a day. No place? guys last time i stayed in the ibis on second road opposite big c they had bikes for rent, i remember thinking they look alright when i was paiing them, not sure what the price was, check it out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
balo Posted September 7, 2009 Share Posted September 7, 2009 (edited) Try Tesco , I bought a cheap bicycle there some years ago, only 2000 baht, it was good enough for me , I gave it a away to a kid before I left..... Edited September 7, 2009 by balo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
syd barrett Posted September 8, 2009 Share Posted September 8, 2009 Walking along the Jomtien Beach Road I remember passing a line of mountain bikes for rent, I can't remember exactly where, maybe someone living in Jomtien can confirm with more information. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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