By Thomas Powell


Bikers are most comfortable on tour when they are using their own bikes. The only problem with this is that it comes with a lot of responsibility. You would need to make sure that you pack it properly so that the frame doesn t get damaged, carry it around and get it home safely. Rent a bike for a tour is easier when you think about things to do in Toronto.

The main problem with bringing your own is that you would have to look after it the entire time and if you plan to stay a little longer to sight-see, you will have to continuously worry about damage or loss. This is why so many people opt for hiring so that they don t have to bring along packaging. They can park it wherever they go or even give it back to the store until they are ready for it again.

If you decide to hire it, make sure that you pay attention to every detail. Your route may be quite long and you need to be sure that what you are riding is reliable. Check the brakes, handles, and tires. If you are first time racer, you can always ask someone more experienced to have a look for you before you confirm the rental.

With personal cycles, they are kept specifically for races, which means that when you go to a new city, it is not likely that you would want to ride it around the town. This is why rental is the better option. This way you can make the most of exploring new places. The best experiences include those where you can see everything up close. Trying to do this in a large vehicle isn t the same.

During races, anything can happen and the same can occur if you are exploring. This is why you need to be sure that there is an insurance fee attached to the item that you buy. This will protect you from having to replace the item if there is any damage. If the rental shop doesn t offer insurance, it is recommended you find one that does.

Due to convenience, you may want to do the rental online and before you have landed in the city. Although this seems like the best option, make sure that you are certain about the cycle that you are getting and that nothing is damaged. This could jeopardize the race. If there are other players that are in the city before you, ask them to have a look at it for you.

The cost of transporting your own cycle can come to more than expected. If you still think to bring it along, you can always contact a cycle store that brings their stock from other countries. This way, you pay a minor fee and they can have it shipped for you as part of their package. They may even get discounts as they do this on a regular basis.

There are plenty of reasons to settle for a rental while you are in a new country. However, have a plan in place so you know how long you need it for as well as where you would be traveling to with it.




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I am passionate about educating university students about money and careers, and have been doing so since 2007. I see the same confusion and mistakes being replicated every year. The way I help is through Save the Student. I'm always on the look out for new contributors, so get in touch if you're wanting to get involved! Aside from the site, my main interests are travelling, writing, photography, webdesign, sailing, football and cycling.

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