Rentals

We will do everything to make sure your rental experience is a success and that you will have a great time. In order to ensure that you know exactly what our (and your) responsibilities are, please read the following terms and conditions.

Bicycle Rental Agreement

The lessee must make good use of the rented bicycle and the equipment as well as apply the safety instructions and the road traffic code.

Before receiving the bike and the equipment, the lessee has checked its overall condition and especially the points related to safety (brakes, light, bell).

The lessee must report to the lessor any damage or malfunction of the bicycle or the equipment before signing the agreement, and if there is no report of such damage or malfunction, the bicycle and the equipment will be considered to have been rented in perfect condition. In case the bicycle is not returned within 24 hours after the scheduled day and time, a reasonable compensation for use will be due at the discretion of the lessor.

Liability of the Lessee towards the Lessor

The renter is responsible for any damage to the bike and equipment during the rental whether caused by him or not.

The lessee is responsible in case of theft of the bicycle, as well as in case of theft of part or all of its equipment.

In case of damage, the lessee must pay the replacement cost of the spare part, i.e. its price as if it were new, and labor costs. The price of this is indicated in the manufacturer's retail price list. Labor costs are listed in the store's price list.

The bike and equipment are rented clean. The lessee must return them in the same condition, unless the weather is bad. Otherwise, it is possible to incur the cost of cleaning them, according to the store's price list.

In case of cancellation of the lease by the lessee at least forty-eight (48) hours before the agreed start day of the lease, the lessee is released from any responsibility and financial burden.

In case of cancellation of the lease by the lessee within 48 hours before the agreed start day of the lease, the lessee will be financially charged with one (1) day's rental on the entire service provided (including possible delivery), this amount being considered by the parties as a reasonable compensation for use.

Lessee's Liability to Third Parties

The renter is responsible for the use of the bicycle throughout the rental period.

Therefore, the tenant is responsible for any material and physical damage suffered or caused to a third party, whether directly involved or not.

Insurance

The rented bike and equipment are insured.The lessor has no civil liability other than that described in the insurance policy.

Applicable Law

In any dispute arising from the lease, Greek law is applicable and the Courts of Athens are competent. For any issue that is not expressly provided for here, the provisions on the lease of property of the Civil Code apply additionally.

 

*Rentals are available between 10 am and 3 pm, from Monday to Friday. The return of all equipment must be made during this period or an additional day will be charged for each day’s late return.

Tours

Waiver and release of liability for tour participants

In consideration of the risk of injury while participating in a guided tour (City Tours, Triathlons, Road Bike Tours, Races etc.) (the “Activity”), and as consideration for the right to participate in the Activity, I hereby, for myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, assigns, or personal representatives, knowingly and voluntarily enter into this waiver and release of liability and hereby waive any and all rights, claims or causes of action of any kind whatsoever arising out of my participation in the Activity, and do hereby release and forever discharge Athens Bike Rental, located at 72 Vas.Alexandrou Ave., 12134 Peristeri, Greece their affiliates, managers, members, agents, attorneys, staff, volunteers, heirs, representatives, predecessors, successors and assigns, for any physical or psychological injury, including but not limited to illness, paralysis, death, damages, economical or emotional loss, that I may suffer as a direct result of my participation in the aforementioned Activity, including traveling to and from an event related to this Activity.

I am voluntarily participating in the aforementioned Activity and I am participating in the Activity entirely at my own risk. I am aware of the risks associated with traveling to and from as well as participating in this Activity, which may include, but are not limited to, physical or psychological injury, pain, suffering, illness, disfigurement, temporary or permanent disability (including paralysis), economic or emotional loss, and death. I understand that these injuries or outcomes may arise from my own or others’ negligence, conditions related to travel, or the condition of the Activity location(s). Nonetheless, I assume all related risks, both known or unknown to me, of my participation in this Activity, including travel to, from and during this Activity.

I agree to indemnify and hold harmless Pedal Bike Rental against any and all claims, suits or actions of any kind whatsoever for liability, damages, compensation or otherwise brought by me or anyone on my behalf, including attorney’s fees and any related costs, if litigation arises pursuant to any claims made by me or by anyone else acting on my behalf. Athens Bike Rental incurs any of these types of expenses, I agree to reimburse Athens Bike Rental.

I acknowledge that Athens Bike Rental and their directors, officers, volunteers, representatives and agents are not responsible for errors, omissions, acts or failures to act of any party or entity conducting a specific event or activity on behalf of Athens Bike Rental. I acknowledge that this Activity may involve a test of a person’s physical and mental limits and may carry with it the potential for death, serious injury, and property loss. The risks may include, but are not limited to, those caused by terrain, facilities, temperature, weather, lack of hydration, condition of participants, equipment, vehicular traffic and actions of others, including but not limited to, participants, volunteers, spectators, coaches, event officials and event monitors, and/or producers of the event.

I acknowledge that I have carefully read this “waiver and release” and fully understand that it is a release of liability. I expressly agree to release and discharge Pedal Bike Rental and all of its affiliates, managers, members, agents, attorneys, staff, volunteers, heirs, representatives, predecessors, successors and assigns, from any and all claims or causes of action and I agree to voluntarily give up or waive any right that I otherwise have to bring a legal action against Athens Bike Rental for personal injury or property damage. To the extent that statute or case law does not prohibit releases for negligence, this release is also for negligence on the part of Pedal Bike Rental, its agents, and employees. In the event that I should require medical care or treatment, I agree to be financially responsible for any costs incurred as a result of such treatment. I am aware and understand that I should carry my own health insurance.

In the event that any damage to equipment or facilities occurs as a result of my or my family’s willful actions, neglect or recklessness, I acknowledge and agree to be held liable for any and all costs associated with any actions of neglect or recklessness. This Agreement was entered into at arm’s-length, without duress or coercion, and is to be interpreted as an agreement between two parties of equal bargaining strength. Both the Participant – this is the person that hires the bicycle and/or participates in a organized tour – and Athens Bike Rental agree that this Agreement is clear and unambiguous as to its terms, and that no other evidence will be used or admitted to alter or explain the terms of this Agreement, but that it will be interpreted based on the language in accordance with the purposes for which it is entered into.

In the event that any provision contained within this Release of Liability shall be deemed to be severable or invalid, or if any term, condition, phrase or portion of this agreement shall be determined to be unlawful or otherwise unenforceable, the remainder of this agreement shall remain in full force and effect, so long as the clause severed does not affect the intent of the parties. If a court should find that any provision of this agreement to be invalid or unenforceable, but that by limiting said provision it would become valid and enforceable, then said provision shall be deemed to be written, construed and enforced as so limited.

I affirm that I am of the age of 18 years or older, and that I am freely participating or renting. I certify that I have read this agreement, that fully understand its content and that this release cannot be modified orally. I am aware that this is a release of liability and a contract and that I agree on it of the participants’ own free will.

Parent / Guardian waiver for minors

In the event that the participant is under the age of consent (18 years of age), then I hereby certify that I am the parent or guardian the minor, and do hereby give my consent without reservation to the foregoing on behalf of this individual.