Beach Market & Gale Force Bikes

Great customer service, friendly staff, nice bikes, overall very nice experience. This place has everything you might need, bike rentals but also some snacks, drinks, ice cream, swim suits and gear. One stop shop

This place not only rents bikes, but creates delicious sandwiches. The Fixie and the Cape Codder were delicious.

These guys were amazing. They patiently handled our large party of 8 which included 3 kids. We rented all types of bikes and they outfitted us perfectly. I’m particularly grateful because the shifted the brake handle on my son’s bike to the left side to accommodate his limb difference. They made it incredibly easy and were very conscientious in making sure our helmets fit and the bikes and seats were the right size for us all. Great outfit all around!

Hands down the best place to rent bikes in P-​town.
Gale Force Bikes is in the most convenient location to explore Commercial street, go to the beach, or ride the bike trails.
The bikes they rented my girlfriend and I were in brand-​new conduction and the staff was very friendly and helpful.
In addition to bike rentals, this shop also has beach supplies and a well-​stocked beach market with fantastic sandwiches, salads and snacks.
Thanks guys for a fantastic experience — I highly recommend this place for bike rentals, bike purchases, food or beach gear.

Great bikes. Good prices. Managed to snag one of the last tag-​alongs (during family week. They were in demand!). It’s such a great way to experience the town as well as the bike paths through the parks.

BEWARE: EXPLANATION OF WHY YOUR BIKE FROM HERE MAY END UP MISSING!
— Group of us staying with friends rented 8 bikes for a week. When we went to return them, there was some confusion over who had what keys for the locks, so we realized 2 had been left back at the house. So, they charged us $ 5 for each key, which they said we would get back when we returned the keys. They said to just have one of us drop them by. Fair enough.
— I went back and found the keys. I later went out of my way to take back with the two keys (which are marked), I did this because I thought it was fair and the ‘right thing to do’, not so much for the 5 bucks.
— BUT, when I got to the office, they wouldn’t return the deposit for the keys. First, they seemed to forget it. Then, they wanted receipts for the keys (which I am still not sure we got, although maybe it had been on the receipt for the drinks we bought when we did the returns). They couldn’t remember us of course, they couldn’t look them up (even though the keys were clearly labelled). But of course eager to take the keys. They were very rude and condescending We went out of our way to bring back their keys (which were clearly theirs and labelled) and it was only $ 5! Finally they said they would check the records and call us. Of course they never called. So, we left the keys behind on a table where we had lunch before leaving.
— SO, IF YOUR BIKE GOES MISSING, you only have Gale Force to blame as many of the locks have duplicate keys floating around town. The keys and locks are all labelled, coded, and I think even color coordinated, so very very easy targets. So, its NOT YOUR FAULT IF YOUR BIKE GOES MISSING OR GETS STOLEN.
HAPPY RIDING!
To the folks at Gale Force, hope that was all worth it and the customer service you aspire to.

I am remiss in taking so long to remember to do this after my vacation which was some time ago. Better late then never.
I was out of town and basically just called these guys as I was planning the whole transportation to try to get my door to door stuff in order. It’s no easy trip with an airplane ride, long ferry boat trip and then a walk to pick up a bike followed by a decent ride to the place I rented so it all had to be in order.
I was traveling with everything literally on my back so having the right bike not only for the trip but also for my planned outings not only to P’town but also to the great trails available in two different directions from my place in Trurro.
All I basically had to do is call the guys in the shop and tell them I’m a big guy and an experienced rider and they set me up with the then new line of bikes they just had in that would be perfect for a big guy and potentially a multi-​surface ride with different purposes. I wanted to go off road but also wanted some comfort as I was riding with a full pack when I rode home or back and forth from P’town with my grocery runs.
Had I had more time it would certainly be a bike shop I would like to have hung out a little at as I do with my local shop and get to know the guys running it as everyone I ran into seemed cool and was helpful not only with setting me up blind on the phone but also getting me to the places I wanted to ride.
I’m hopeful to get back as I really liked P’town a lot and it’s high on my beach destinations for a chill vacation with a cool vibe so no doubt my rental will again be with GF.
I have no reasons at all given my experience to award less then 5 starts and it appears from their general rating that I’m not wrong and even more involved experiences get the same treatment. It’s actually a rarity these days and, frankly, I don’t do a whole lot of Unilocal reviews and reserve them for stellar (or potentially completely awful) experiences even if they appear run of the mill.

This was our second time renting from Gale Force. The gear is top notch (Cannondale), it’s very well maintained, comfy seats!, and the staff is great and offered us helpful advice for both operation of the bikes and using the National Seashore trails. This bike shop I believe is the closest to the trails that wind through the beach and dunes. During the season there is a sandwich shop with to-​go food in the same building. We always come off-​season (early or late) and have never made a reservation. I would highly recommend this bike rental shop.

Good price. Good service. Great bikes and the closest shop to the trails. Highly recommended.

True pros. What an awesome experience it was dealing with them, the selection of bikes, and quick access to the gorgeous trails!

If I could give this place 10 stars, I would. Location great for heading out to the trails at the National Seashore. We were fixed up quickly with bikes, helmets, a map. About a third of the ride in, my son took a pretty nasty spill off the trail coming down a hill (thank god for the helmet). He was very shaken, and didn’t want to continue. We called the shop and explained what happened, joe drove out to pick us up, brought some water, and was so supportive. My son says «they saved my life». Can’t say enough about owner Danny and his crew!

I first tried to rent from a competing bike rental shop that was advertised as being open at 9am. I stopped in the day before to check it out and was told that instead they would be open at 10. When they weren’t open at 10:30, I had to move on. Luckily, Gale Force came to the rescue! A much cleaner and more professional operation. Quality Cannondale bikes. Shared knowledge of the trails. Quick and easy and the owner lives behind his shop, so he is on call during the offseason.

Not only were the bikes great, the service was far beyond my expectations. I’ve never been asked my height before renting a bike and having someone take the time to adjust the bike before the ride. My family of 2 adults and 2 children under age 5 were fitted with 2 bikes, a burley and a tag along. The employees assisted with maps, provided free parking, and include helmets with the rental. Also the bike shop has a nice little market with it to get some grub if you plan on a picnic at Race Point beach which is about the ½ way point on the trails. There is also a nice spot sandwiches, seafood water and snacks at Herring Cove Beach that is on the trail. Thanks to the crew at Gale Force Bikes for a great day last weekend. I’ve been to Provincetown 4 or 5 times and never rented bikes but now I will not ever visit Provincetown without doing this trail and renting from Gale Force Bikes.

We rent the 2 bike and one trailer for my daughter. We rode the bike 7 miles on cape cod trail. We are happy with their rental bike. The people work are friendly.

I was looking on the spur of the moment to rent some bikes for myself and Daughters. I researched and found that Gale force was closest Bike rental to the trails so we gave it a try. When we arrived we were promptly greeted and taken care. They helped out by fitting us with bikes for our various sizes. We enjoyed our trip on the trails and look forward to getting back out on them sometime soon.

During past summer seasons, we’ve loved renting bikes so much from Gale Force that last year we purchased two of their rental bikes! We got a great deal and excellent customer service. This season our maintenance issues are care-​free, they do the tune-​ups for us and send us back on our way to happy bike riding — many thanks to Gale Force Bikes and especially Patrick (you make it easy and that makes us so happy!!)

As a previous reviewer noted, renting in the off season (or shoulder season) is very straightforward and does not seem to require a reservation, even during Women’s Week.
The guys were friendly and helpful, but not remotely condescending, as it often the case with bike shops and the attitude toward women. I know they have a spiel to go through with the basics, and they did this quickly, which I was grateful for as someone with cycling experience and the desire to hit the paths quickly.
The bike was in good shape. The gears shifted easily and met my needs for the sometimes hilly portions of the ride. The brakes worked. The bike came with rack, lock, and a front and rear light. They also have helmets on the ready.
My trips to Provincetown usually mean that I stay in the West End, so this was convenient for me to walk to and from.

I’ve rented from Gale Force Bike Rentals on two separate occasions. Both times the transactions were straightforward and simple. I did not have to reserve a bike either time because I visited during the off season. Prices were very reasonable ($ 14 for 4 hours) and a worthy investment because riding around the Province Lands bike trail is always a highlight of any trip out to PTown, and you’ll need a bike to get the most out of the experience.
Their location is a bit out of the center of town but it’s nice because it is the closest location to the start of the trails. Renting the bikes took less than 10 minutes and returning the rentals took less than 5 minutes. Good, efficient customer service.

most convenient bike shop in the west end. lots of gear choices from mountain, road, cruisers and hybrid (best for Provincetown). stocks all a bike nerd could need plus yum muffins.

Couldn’t be better. Friendly. Reasonable. Informative. Helpful