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Bike Rentals at Start Haus

We've got everything you need, from full-suspension carbon mountain bikes to powerful e-bikes, junior bikes, women's bikes and gravel bikes, so you can find the perfect ride for any adventure.

Truckee / Tahoe Bike Rentals

Truckee / Tahoe Bike Rentals
Bike Rentals

Try Before you Buy

Put that rental cost towards the purchase of a new bike! Our try before you buy program lets you get real ride time on the bike to ensure it is the best model and fit for you.

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​Guided Rides in Tahoe

​Guided Rides in Tahoe

Mountain Bike Rentals

Ibis Ripmo AF

Full Suspension Mountain Bike Rental

SIZES: SMALL for 5'0"- 5'4", LARGE for 5'7" - 6'1" & EXTRA LARGE 6'0" - 6'5" riders

Frame: Aluminum frame + Marzocchi suspension
Wheels: 29" wheels
Suspension: 160mm front / 147mm rear travel
Drivetrain: Shimano SLX drivetrain
Other: Ibis aluminum wheelset, Shimano 4-piston brakes, Bike Yoke dropper seatpost, Adjustable geo. w/ flip chip & in-frame storage
The premium ride experience of the legendary Ripmo in an aluminum package, built upon the DW-Link platform that can chew up whatever the trail throws at it

Ibis Ripmo

Premium Carbon Full Suspension Mountain Bike Rental

SIZES: MEDIUM for 5'5"- 5'9" riders

Frame: Carbon frame + Fox/Marzocchi suspension
Wheels: 29" wheels
Suspension: 160mm front / 147mm rear travel
Drivetrain: Shimano SLX drivetrain
Other: Ibis aluminum wheelset, Shimano XT hydraulic brakes, Bike Yoke dropper seatpost
The enduro machine that's as capable on the ups as it is on the downs, thanks to the DW-Link suspension design. This mixed wheel masterpiece is the ultimate trail-slaying machine.

Ibis Ripley

Premium Carbon Full Suspension Mountain Bike Rental

SIZES: LARGE for 5'11"- 6'3" riders

Frame: Carbon frame + Fox / Marzocchi suspension
Wheels: 29" wheels
Suspension: 140mm front / 130mm rear travel
Drivetrain: Shimano SLX drivetrain
Other: Ibis aluminum wheelset, Shimano XT hydraulic brakes, Bike Yoke dropper seatpost
Snappy and playful performance using the ultra-efficient DW-Link in a shorter travel format. Take the long way home on epic trail adventures on a bike that loves big days and a good bit of tech

Evil Offering V2

Premium Carbon Full Suspension Mountain Bike Rental

SIZES: MEDIUM for 5'7"- 6'0" & LARGE for 5'10" - 6'4" riders

Frame: Carbon frame + Rock Shox suspension
Wheels: 29" wheels
Suspension: 150mm front / 140mm rear travel
Drivetrain: SRAM GX Eagle drivetrain
Other: Industry Nine Hydra wheelset, SRAM G2 RS hydraulic brakes, 180mm dropper seatpost
An incredibly versatile force of nature ready to climb, descend, and repeat until your arms and legs give out

Giant Trance X 29

Alloy Full Suspension Mountain Bike Rental

SIZE: MEDIUM for 5'7"-5'11" riders

Frame: Alloy frame + Rock Shox suspension
Wheels: 29" wheels
Suspension: 150mm front / 135mm rear travel
Drivetrain: Shimano SLX 12-speed drivetrain
Other: Giant AM alloy wheelset Shimano 4-piston hydraulic brake, Giant dropper seatpost, Adjustable geo. w/ flip chip
Tackle rowdy enduro runs & backcountry missions on steep, chunky singletrack with ease

Giant Reign 29

Alloy Full Suspension Mountain Bike Rental

SIZE: EXTRA LARGE for 6'2"-6'6" riders

Frame: Alloy frame + Rock Shox suspension
Wheels: 29" wheels
Suspension: 170mm front / 146mm rear travel
Drivetrain: Shimano Deore/SLX 12spd drivetrain
Other: Giant AM alloy wheelset, Shimano 4-piston hydraulic brakes, Giant dropper seatpost Adjustable geo. w/ flip chip
Long-travel enduro rig designed to excel in the roughest of conditions allowing you to push the limits

Giant Reign Advanced Pro 29

Carbon Full Suspension Mountain Bike Rental

SIZE: LARGE for 5'10"-6'2" riders

Frame: Carbon frame + Rock Shox suspension
Wheels: 29" wheels
Suspension: 170mm front / 146mm rear travel
Drivetrain: SRAM NX Eagle drivetrain
Other: Giant AM alloy wheelset, Shimano 4-piston hydraulic brakes, Giant dropper seatpost, Adjustable geo. w/ flip chip
Long-travel enduro rig designed to excel in the roughest of conditions allowing you to push the limits

Giant Trance X 1

Alloy Full Suspension Mountain Bike Rental

SIZE: MEDIUM for 5'7"-5'11" riders

Frame: Alloy frame + Fox suspension
Wheels: 29" wheels
Suspension: 150mm front / 140mm rear travel
Drivetrain: Shimano SLX 12-speed drivetrain
Other: Giant AM alloy wheelset, Shimano 4-piston hydraulic brake, Giant dropper seatpost, Adjustable geo. w/ flip chip & internal frame storage
Giant's go-to trail bike that steamrolls singletrack with confidence & control on the Maestro suspension platform

Giant Trance X Advanced

Carbon Full Suspension Mountain Bike Rental

SIZES: LARGE for 5'10"- 6'2" riders

Frame: Carbon frame + Fox Performance suspension
Wheels: 29" wheels
Suspension: 150mm front / 140mm rear travel
Drivetrain: SRAM GX Transmission drivetrain
Other: Giant TRX carbon wheelset, Shimano XT 4-piston brakes, Giant dropper seatpost, Adjustable geo. w/ flip chip & in-frame storage
All-mountain trail slayer capable of tackling hard climbs and chunky descents

Electric Mountain Bike Rentals

Giant Trance X Advanced E+ Elite 2

Electric Mountain Bike Rental

SIZE: SMALL fits 5'4" - 5'9", MEDIUM fits 5'7" - 6'0" riders

Frame: Carbon frame + Fox suspension
Wheels: 29"front / 27.5"rear mullet alloy wheelset from Giant
Suspension: 150mm front / 140mm rear travel
Drivetrain: Shimano SLX drivetrain
Other: Shimano SLX 4-piston hydraulic brakes, Giant dropper seatpost
400 Whr battery & 85Nm Yamaha SyncDrive Pro motor give you a lightweight, full power trail experience

Giant Trance X E+ Pro 29

Electric Mountain Bike Rental

SIZE: MEDIUM fits 5'7" - 6'0" riders

Frame: Alloy frame + Fox suspension
Wheels: 29" wheels
Suspension: 150mm front / 140mm rear travel
Drivetrain: Shimano Deore drivetrain
Other: Adjustable geometry using flip chip, Giant alloy wheelset w/ 2.6" tires, Shimano 4-piston hydraulic brakes, Giant dropper seatpost
750Whr battery & 80 Nm Yamaha SyncDrive Pro 2 pedal-assist e-bike allows you to ride terrain you never thought possible

Giant Trance X E+ Pro 29 

Electric Mountain Bike Rental

SIZE: MEDIUM fits 5'7"-6'0" riders

Frame: Alloy frame + Fox suspension
Wheels: 29" wheels
Suspension: 150mm front / 140mm rear travel
Drivetrain: Shimano SLX drivetrain
Other: Giant alloy wheelset w/ 2.6" tires, Shimano 4-piston hydraulic brakes, Giant dropper seatpost
800Wh battery & 80 Nm Yamaha SyncDrive Pro 2 pedal-assist e-bike allows you to ride terrain you never thought possible Adjustable geometry using flip chip

Giant Trance X Advanced E+ 2

Electric Mountain Bike Rental

SIZE: LARGE fits 5'10"-6'3" riders

Frame: Carbon frame + Fox suspension
Wheels: 29" wheels
Suspension: 150mm front / 140mm rear travel
Drivetrain: Shimano SLX drivetrain
Other: Giant alloy wheelset w/ 2.6" tires, Shimano 4-piston hydraulic brakes, Giant dropper seatpost
625Wh Yamaha battery & 85Nm SyncDrive Pro pedal-assist e-bike allows you to ride terrain you never thought possible with more range

Giant Stance E+ 1 

Electric Mountain Bike Rental

SIZE: MEDIUM fits 5'7"-5'11" riders

Frame: Alloy frame + Rock Shox / Suntour suspension
Wheels: 29" wheels
Suspension: 140mm front / 125mm rear travel
Drivetrain: Shimano Deore drivetrain
Other: Giant alloy wheelset, Tektro 4-piston hydraulic brakes, Giant dropper seatpost
625Wh Yamaha battery & 75Nm SyncDrive Sport 2 pedal-assist e-bike allows you to ride trails with confidence, control & flat-out fun

Liv Intrigue X Advanced E+ Elite 3

Women's Electric Mountain Bike Rental

SIZE: SMALL fits 5'2"-5'7" riders

Frame: Carbon frame + Fox suspension
Wheels: 29"front / 27.5"rear mullet alloy wheelset from Giant
Suspension: 150mm front / 140mm rear travel
Drivetrain: SRAM NX Eagle drivetrain
Other: Shimano Deore drivetrain, Shimano Deore 4-piston hydraulic brakes, Adjustable dropper seatpost
400 Whr battery & 85Nm Yamaha SyncDrive Pro motor give you a lightweight, full power trail experience

Ibis Oso

Electric Mountain Bike Rental

SIZES: LARGE for 5'7"- 6'1" riders

Frame: Carbon frame + Fox suspension
Wheels: 29" wheels
Suspension: 170mm front / 155mm rear travel
Drivetrain: SRAM wireless GX Transmission 12-speed drivetrain
Other: Ibis Blackbird Send alloy mullet wheelset (29"/27.5"), Shimano XT hydraulic brakes, Bike Yoke dropper seatpost
Make the uphills just as fun as the downhills on this longer travel trail champion. The full size 750Whr battery paired to the Bosch Performance Line CX motor will take you on some true epics and the longer wheelbase and relaxed geometry enable you to comfortably get down almost anything.

Women's Mountain Bike Rentals

Liv Intrigue 27.5

Women's Alloy Full Suspension Mountain Bike Rental

SIZE: SMALL for 5'2"-5'7" riders

Frame: Alloy frame + Rock Shox / Fox suspension
Wheels: 29" wheels
Suspension: 150mm front / 140mm rear travel
Drivetrain: SRAM SX 12-speed drivetrain
Other: Giant AM alloy wheelset, Shimano 4-piston hydraulic brake, Giant dropper seatpost, Adjustable geo. w/ flip chip
Tackle cross country trails and backcountry singletrack on this playful women's specific bike

Liv Intrigue 29

Women's Alloy Full Suspension Mountain Bike Rental

SIZE: SMALL for 5'2"-5'7" riders

Frame: Alloy frame + Rock Shox / Fox suspension
Wheels: 29" wheels
Suspension: 150mm front / 140mm rear travel
Drivetrain: SRAM SX 12-speed drivetrain
Other: Giant AM alloy wheelset, Tektro 4-piston hydraulic brake, Giant dropper seatpost, Adjustable geo. w/ flip chip
Tackle cross country trails and backcountry singletrack on this playful women's specific bike

Liv Intrigue 29

Women's Alloy Full Suspension Mountain Bike Rental

SIZE: MEDIUM for 5'5"-5'9" riders

Frame: Alloy frame + Fox suspension
Wheels: 29" wheels
Suspension: 150mm front / 140mm rear travel
Drivetrain: Shimano SLX 12-speed drivetrain
Other: Giant AM alloy wheelset, Shimano 4-piston hydraulic brake, Giant dropper seatpost, Adjustable geo. w/ flip chip
Tackle cross country trails and backcountry singletrack on this playful women's specific bike

Liv Intrigue X Advanced E+ Elite 3

Women's Electric Mountain Bike Rental

SIZE: SMALL fits 5'2"-5'7" riders

Frame: Carbon frame + Fox suspension
Wheels: 29"front / 27.5"rear mullet alloy wheelset from Giant
Suspension: 150mm front / 140mm rear travel
Drivetrain: Shimano Deore drivetrain
Other: Shimano Deore 4-piston hydraulic brakes, Adjustable dropper seatpost
400 Whr battery & 85Nm Yamaha SyncDrive Pro motor give you a lightweight, full power trail experience

Gravel Bike Rentals

Pinarello Nytro Gravel 

Electric Gravel Bike Rental

SIZE:​ 50cm, 53cm, 56cm & 59cm

Frame: Carbon frame & Onda fork
Wheels: 700c wheelset with 45c tires
Drivetrain: SRAM RIVAL AXS XPLR group (40t crank & 10/44 11-speed cassette)
Other: , Fazua Ride 50 Evation system feat. 252 Whr battery & 55nM motor, Removable drivepack for a light, analog ride option, Accessory battery available to add 250W and more range to your rides
Modern gravel geometry with stunning Italian aesthetics

Liv Devote Advanced

Women's Carbon Gravel Bike Rental

SIZE:​ EXTRA SMALL fits 4'11"-5'4" & SMALL fits 5'2"-5'7" riders

Frame: Women's fit carbon frame & fork
Wheels: 700c wheelset with 38c tires
Drivetrain: Shimano GRX group (40t crank & 11/42 11-speed cassette)
Other: D-fuse handlebar & dropper seatpost deliver a smooth and comfortable ride
Modern gravel geometry with endurance positioning and shorter chainstays make for precise handling & superb control

Revel Rover 

Carbon Gravel Bike Rental

SIZE:​ MEDIUM fits 5'5" - 5'10" 

Frame: Carbon frame & fork
Wheels: 700c carbon wheels with 45c tires
Drivetrain: Shimano GRX 820 12-speed drivetrain (40t crank & 10/51 12-speed cassette)
Other: Clean lines, lightweight and high-end styling
Engineered to provide a smooth and damp ride

Revel Rover 

Carbon Gravel Bike Rental

SIZE:​ LARGE fits 5'9" - 6'1"

Frame: Carbon frame & fork
Wheels: 700c carbon wheels with 45c tires
Drivetrain: SRAM Rival AXS 12-speed drivetrain (42t crank & 10/44 12-speed cassette)
Other: Clean lines, lightweight and high-end styling
Engineered to provide a smooth and damp ride

Giant Revolt X Advanced Pro

Carbon Gravel Bike Rental

SIZE:​ MEDIUM-LARGE fits 5'9"-6'1" & LARGE fits 5'10"-6'3" riders

Frame: Carbon frame & fork
Wheels: 700c carbon wheels with 45c tires
Suspension: 40mm RockShox fork & 30mm travel
Drivetrain: SRAM Apex AXS drivetrain (40t crank & 11/50 12-speed cassette)
Other: Suspension and dropper seatpost deliver a smooth and comfortable ride,
Modern gravel geometry with endurance positioning and adjustable chainstays make for precise handling & superb control

Salsa Warbird C

Carbon Gravel Bike Rental

SIZE:​ 52.5 cm fits 5'1"-5'5"

Frame: Carbon frame & fork
Wheels: 700c wheelset with 42c tires
Drivetrain: Shimano GRX 2x group (48/31t crank & 11/34 11-speed cassette)
Other: VRS frame delivers a compliant and smoth ride, Ample space for extra bottles & frame bag storage
Modern gravel geometry with endurance positioning capable of racing and long tours

Giant Revolt Advanced 1 

Carbon Gravel Bike Rental

SIZE:​ MEDIUM fits 5'7"-5'11 riders

Frame: Carbon frame & fork
Wheels: 700c wheelset with 38c tires
Drivetrain: Shimano GRX group (40t crank & 10/42 11-speed cassette)
Other: D-fuse handlebar & seatpost deliver a smooth and comfortable ride
Modern gravel geometry with endurance positioning and shorter chainstays make for precise handling & superb control

Giant Revolt Advanced 1  

Carbon Gravel Bike Rental

SIZE:​ LARGE fits 5'10"-6'3" & EXTRA LARGE fits 6'2"-6'7" riders

Frame: Carbon frame & fork
Wheels: 700c wheelset with 45c tires
Drivetrain: SRAM RIVAL group (40t crank & 11/42 11-speed cassette)
Other: D-fuse handlebar delivers a smooth and comfortable ride Dropper seatpost
Modern gravel geometry with endurance positioning and adjustable chainstays make for precise handling & superb control

Youth / Kids Bike Rentals

Giant STP 24

Youth Bike Rental

SIZE: ​YOUTH fits 4'3"-4'11" riders

Frame: Aluminum frame
Wheels: 24" wheelset with 2.6" tires
Drivetrain: Shimano 7-speed drivetrain (30t crank & 12/32t cassette)
Other: Features low saddle height & high front end for comfort and control
Perfect option for street, trail and dirt jump sessions

Giant STP 20 FS

Youth Bike Rental

SIZE:​ YOUTH fits 3'9"-4'3" riders

Frame: Aluminum frame & Suntour suspension
Wheels: 20" wheelset with 2.2" tires
Drivetrain: Shimano 7-speed drivetrain (30t crank & 12/42t cassette)
Other: Features low saddle height & high front end for comfort and control
Perfect option for street, trail and dirt jump sessions

Bike Rental Pricing

Bike Type Half-Day 1-Day 2-Days 3-Days 4-Days 5-Days 6-Days 7-Days
Premium Carbon Full Suspension Mountain Bike Rental $105 $130 $240 $345 $450 $555 $660 $765
Carbon Full Suspension Mountain Bike Rental $85 $105 $210 $300 $380 $460 $530 $585
Alloy Full Suspension Mountain Bike Rental $65 $85 $165 $240 $305 $365 $430 $475
Electric Mountain Bike Rental $105 $130 $240 $345 $450 $555 $660 $765
Carbon Gravel Bike Rental $65 $85 $165 $240 $305 $365 $430 $475
Electric Gravel Bike Rental $105 $130 $240 $345 $450 $555 $660 $765
20" & 24" Youth Bike Rental $20 $40 $70 $95 $130 $150 $170 $190

BIKES ARE NOT FOR USE AT NORTHSTAR OR BOREAL BIKE PARKS

Your credit card will be charged at the time of booking to guarantee your reservation. We offer a 48-hour cancellation policy and will provide a full refund if you call or email us to cancel at least 48 hours before your scheduled rental. If you fail to do so, you will be held responsible for each day of the reservation. Please understand that we have a limited inventory and to ensure our bikes be enjoyed by everyone we need to adhere to the above policy.

​A valid ID and credit card must be present at the time of rental pickup to serve as a deposit on the equipment. Rentals must be paid in full before leaving the shop.

​Multi-day + multi-bike discount available! When renting bikes for 2 or more days, receive 10% off when booking 4-7 bikes, or 15% off when booking 8 or more bikes. Please call us to coordinate your multi-day/multi-bike booking and discount.

Sizing

See individual bike details above for sizing guidelines. Note that you may fall in between sizes - if you see that a certain frame is close to fitting your build, but are unsure then feel free to call with any questions.

​What's Included

All of our bikes come with flat (platform) pedals. We are happy to install your personal pedals (clipless or otherwise) when you pick up your rental. We have a few pairs of Shimano SPD clipless pedals available on request for no additional charge. Each rental also includes a helmet, small tool kit with a spare tube for your most common repairs, and water bottle cages (if frame size allows). We are happy to offer up suggested trails and rides to consider and can share digital route maps with you upon request.

Rental Period, Early Pickup & Late Fees

RENTAL PERIOD: Half-day, full-day & multi-day rental durations are available. A full-day rental is from 9am to 5pm. Bikes are due back no later than 5pm on the last day of the rental duration. Half-day rentals are for a 4 hour period.

EARLY PICKUP: An early pickup can be arranged for $20 per bike if you are interested in getting your bike(s) the evening before your rental date between 5-6pm.

LATE RETURNS: No after hours or late returns are allowed. We spend considerable time inspecting, cleaning and tuning rentals after they are returned and need bikes back at the prescribed time to prepare them for the next customer. We will strictly abide to our late fee policy (see below). If you are uncertain about your outing and how long your ride will take, err on the side of caution and consider an early pickup or multi day rental. After reading this, please call us if you need to modify your rental before pickup.

​LATE FEES: A late fee of $30 will be applied for each rental bike returned on the same day after the specified return time (between 5-6pm). An overnight fee of $60 will be charged for each bike that is not returned until the next morning at 9am. The late fee for bikes returned the following morning after 9am or for any e-bike returned the next day is equal to that of a full day rental. We require the evening to fully recharge e-bike batteries for the following day rental. An e-bike returned to us at 9am with a partially or zero battery charge is bad news for everyone.

​Guided Rides

If you are interested in booking a guided tour with your bike rental, reach out to Dirt Gypsy directly to book over the phone. You may also book directly online from their tours page. Once you determine which tour to join, you can select bikes to add during checkout

Waivers, Damages & Your Responsibility

Before you can leave with your rental, you must complete and sign our liability waiver and opt in or out of our optional damage cost reduction protection program. Waivers can be accessed online from the booking confirmation email sent to you or completed in person during pickup. Electing for our damage cost protection must be done in person at pickup only. While the bikes we rent are strong and durable, you are responsible for any damage to the frame or components due to crashes, improper transport and misuse.

BIKES ARE NOT FOR USE AT NORTHSTAR OR BOREAL BIKE PARKS

Processing Fees

Our online booking system makes the reservation process simple and easy.  We like that.