Backyard Bike Shop

Owner is very nice, explained to us all the options we have on renting a bike. Prices are more than fair. Highly recommend if you want to bike around longboat key.

We recently rented two bikes from Charlie at the Backyard Bike Shop. (Longboat Key) Included combination lock and removable handlebar basket (super practical) for each bike. Excellent value and very friendly and knowledgeable staff.

Great area to cycle and explore.

I highly recommend Backyard Bike Shops if you're in Longboat Key.

Bought my bike here three years ago and have been using it almost daily since. Just had it for a tune up and it feels so good to be back on my bike after borrowing one for awhile. Thanks, Charlie.

I was looking for a roadbike during our stay on AMI. Backyard Bike Shop had a Specialized Allez for me, which worked well for my 40mile trip to Sarasota and back. The shop is run by lovely people. Give it a try if you are around town or on Anna Maria Island. Would definitely recommend!

Lock and helmet was included in the rental. They only accept cash and checks. No credit or debit-card!

I stopped into Backyard Bike Shop with some friends. I asked the mechanic if he could fix grinding gears on my bike. He was obviously very busy but stopped what he was doing and made a quick adjustment that solved the problem. I received great customer service and would highly recommend this bike shop for rentals or repairs.

Nicest and cheapest place. We rented hybrids. $5/hr. Not electric. It was too hot for me and a south wind. Lots of bike choices. Free basket and lock if requested.
Definitely going back.

This is a great place, I highly recommend it. Good selection of rental bikes at fair prices. They also repaired my very old, beat up, much-loved bike. A real pleasure dealing with Backyard Bikes.

We’ve been renting bikes from Backyard since 2017, a few times a year for a week each time. Very reasonably priced, decent selection to choose from and easy pick up and drop off. Just remember they only accept cash or checks, no cards. They also include a lock, basket and helmet if you choose.

As a business owner I can fully appreciate how well organised their shop and they are working together. The workmanship and cost Work hand-in-hand. Especially on an island of Longboat Key I would expect the prices to be up besides 30% more than what they charge. Very reasonable and Looking forward to Break something else on my bike so I can go and see them. The 2 of them work together Perfectly and the review conceived the respect between the 2 of them. You won't be disappointed And they keep their rental bikes in tip top shape. Think you, Scott Hammond.

Our family recommends Backyard Bike Shop for all your island road & trail needs. After growing up in Manatee by the beaches and waterways of the island, then moving to Lakeland/ Polk , I can’t imagine not stopping by year after year to rent, repair, or just say hello to Charlie & Lisa (owners). They continue to add new toys -Beach cruisers, Kayaks, paddle boards, etc., for rent or purchase.

I decided to bring one of my own road bikes for spinning this year, only to get a flat two days in. BBS/ Charlie was there to hook me up and get me back spinning quickly.

If you live or visit the islands of LBK and/or AMI, we highly recommend BBS - Charlie and Lisa are just great people - just a good place to stop/go.

Rented a multispeed for a week. Quick and pleasant process, bike in excellent condition. The bike was sensibly equipped for a casual rider using it for fun and for errands: basket, lock, bell, and helmet. I recommend Backyard Bikes highly!

I had my granddaughters 4 and 6 here for the pandemic and we rented bikes their size with training wheels- they got to pick their color and size along with fun helmets. They adjusted everything for their size and even gave me a week free! Great experience and really very nice people

These guys are friendly, helpful, punctual and go above and beyond. I had the gear shift and seat replaced and the rust disappeared off the chain!
Awesome to have locally.
5 stars.

Convenient location, perfect for biking down long boat key! Shop owners were very personable and helpful, and the bike rentals per hour or day were very reasonable

I had noise coming from my crank/bottom bracket. Charlie quickly diagnosed the problem and got me going again. I have found my go to bike shop. I will be back.

Rick

Tons of bikes even during spring brk. Staff was so nice and got us on our way quick! Baskets and locks are a big plus

What a great shop and friendly staff. Helping people enjoy their visits to Longboat Key for years. Cameron with Conscious Cab and Longboat Key Taxi.

The best bike shop not only in longboat key area but sarasota/manatee County
Charlie and Lisa are great

Thank you Charlie for always fixing my bike so quickly 👏🎉

Been fixing my bikes for years. Never let me down. Great people. Great dog too.