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BICYCLE TOURS:

Everglades Cycling

Old Naples Cycling

Large Group Cycling

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Frequently asked questions

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"Remember, it's just

riding a bicycle"

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What type of bicycles do you provide?

Can I bring my own bike?

Where do we meet for the tour?

What should I wear and bring?

How long and strenuous is the tour?

What if I find the tour to long or strenuous?

What happens if I have a mechanical problem?

How bad are the mosquitoes?

Will we see alligators?

I have small children. Can I bring them?

What if I need to cancel a reserved tour?

What type of bicycles do you provide?

We use Cannondale and Caloi Comfort bikes. They are 21 speed, suspension, soft saddle, 26" wheel, upright touring bikes. We have 4 sizes and will fit the bike to you. The seats posts and front forks are suspension which makes for a very comfortable ride. We also have small bikes with a lowered top bar for the smaller riders. We also provide optional helmets.

Can I bring my own bicycle?

We have several "no" reasons and some exceptions.

In general the answer is no, but if you have a non-conventional bicycle built for you we will help you cycle this area. We are considered outfitters and guides by our insurance company. This is different than a bicycle shop that rents bikes. The insurance company requires waivers, has age limits and requires helmets for children 16 and under. They also require that we use our maintained bicycles. Try out our bikes. We get rave reviews because we provide quality bikes and they are fun to ride.

Where do we meet for the tour?

All tours are advance reservations. The Old Naples Cycling Tour we will meet you in downtown Naples. All the parking information will be given when you make your reservation. We'll also give you our cell phone number just in case.

Our Everglades Cycling Tour we arrange to meet you at a safe, convenient location where you can leave your car. Depending on where you are coming from it may be at US 41 and Collier Blvd. or Pine Ridge Road and Napa Blvd.

If you are in the Everglades City area or coming from the East Coast we can meet you at US 41 and State Road 29. You may also drive yourself out to this location and we will meet you there. We will have you follow us to the riding area.

What should I wear and bring?

Wear seasonal appropriate, comfortable clothes, closed-toed shoes or hiking sandals. Optional items - sunscreen, camera, a hat with a visor. There is a handlebar bag for your camera, wallet, sun screen, etc. Purses or large bags need to be left in the van. All gear needs to be stowed in the handlebar bag. Backpacks are allowed. We provide water, snacks during the ride and refreshments and cool washcloths at the end of the ride. Riders needing any special dietary requirements will need to bring those with them. Personal helmets and clip pedals can be accommodated and cycling attire is also appropriate.

The only don'ts we have found are - don't wear short shorts like running shorts. They ride up the leg and the saddle will chafe.

How long and strenuous is the tour?

The average tour is approximately 2 1/2 hours long and the distance traveled on the bikes are from 8 - 16 miles depending on the speed of the group. These are scenic tours designed for all riding levels. Cycling lets us get out of the car / bus / train / jet / house and slow down to get into the beautiful details of nature. There is always something for each rider to enjoy as you pedal along.

You do need to be able to ride a bicycle as we will be either on city streets or park roads and trails.

What if I find the tour to long or strenuous?

We have toured with people from age 10 to 90 and everyone has a great time. We will not make you ride over your ability. Our guides are experienced cyclists, love the outdoors and are selected and trained to provide outstanding personal service. We are flexible and accommodating and are here to assure that you have a great experience.

What happens if I have a mechanical problem?

Our bikes are fully supported by the guides. We pack all the tools and tubes to service them or change a flat tire.

How bad are the mosquitoes?

Our city tours have none. Our Everglades tours have mostly none. During the winter we have no mosquitoes and during the summer we ride in an area that is near fresh water. The fresh water mosquito has natural predators that keep the population down. We do not spray until necessary. We only had to spray lightly in June.

Will we see alligators?

Depending on the availability of water and the air temperature, we see alligators almost all the time. These are wild alligators. We respect these creatures and will observe them from a safe vantage point. Do not expect to feed the alligators. Feeding alligators is illegal.

I have children. Can I bring them?

All riders are expected to have adequate cycling ability to control their bicycles.

Our Old Naples tour minimum age is 14.

Our Everglades tour minimum age is 10.

All persons 15 and under must wear a helmet.

What if I need to cancel a reserved tour?

If you need to cancel a small group reservation you must contact us by fax or phone by 4:00 pm the day before your tour.

If you need to change or cancel a large group advance reserved tour you must contact us by email, fax or phone or phone 72 hours prior to the morning of the tour.

Tour charges are processed the morning of the tour and any reservations that were not canceled will be charged. In the event that you are charged and could not contact us, we may be able to rebook you on a future tour.

We also adhere to the "leave no trace" policy and ask that you do also. We recycle almost everything and there is a bin for used water bottles and trash.

Tours will not be cancelled due to light rain. Rain ponchos are available for each rider. Tours may be cancelled prior to the tour at the tour director=s discretion due to forecasted heavy rain/lightning.

Naples Bicycle Tours intends to provide a safe, fun and high quality tour. We expect our guests to follow our directions and applicable Florida Law. To protect the guests and the integrity of our tour we reserve the right to refuse or dismiss any person that may cause unsafe activity or interfere with the operation of the tour.

Thank You from all the staff at Naples Bicycle Tours