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Your reservation is very important to Island Time Ebike Rentals. These ebikes are reserved especially for you. We respectfully request at least 24 hours notice of cancellations or rescheduling your ebike rentals.
Any reservations missed, late cancelled or changed without 24 hours notice will result in a charge equal to 100% of the reserved ebike.
If it is raining the morning of rental start time then we will reschedule or give a full refund of your reservation.
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You must be 16 years or older to rent an E bike. Maximum weight of riders is 275 lbs. Minimum height is 4’11” and maximum height is 6’4″. Ebikes CANNOT be used to pull trailers or “Tag-a-longs”. NO animals of any kind will be allowed on/or attached to E bike per ANP. Please familiarize yourself with ANP (Acadia National Park) FAQ’s listed on their website here.
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Meet you at Hull’s Cove visitor center. On the far right side, towards the back of the parking lot along the long white line marked for RV’s/Trailers.
Provide you with a helmet (or bring from home), a lock, training session, bike bag/rack & Carriage Trail map.
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Hard-packed gravel with constantly changing elevations.
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Yes, E bikes are very safe. Island Time provides you with a helmet, a training session on the use of the E bike, a padlock, bike bag or rack, and map of the ANP (Acadia National Park) Carriage Trails. Please make sure to: wear proper riding attire, that nothing is or can get caught in the pedals or spokes of the bike. You must wear closed-toe shoes when riding, YIELD to horses, other bikers and hikers. Helmets are required on the Carriage trails.
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We do not provide food OR water. Please bring your own or stop and support any of the local restaurants/convenience shops. Jordan Pond House is the only restaurant on the Carriage Trails. It is typically VERY busy w/long wait times. Riding into the villages of Bar Harbor (Duck Brook Bridge Rd.) and Northeast Harbor offers places to stop. Staying hydrated is strongly encouraged.
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Depending on the damage, you will be responsible for the cost of repairs and labor. Again, please make sure proper attire is worn and you check for loose clothing or backpack straps from damaging spokes. Island Time stickers are on every E bike with a cell # to contact us if something does happen.
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Your level of fitness does not matter nearly as much as a traditional bicycle. As long as you are in good physical health, are able to ride a regular bike, have good balance and coordination.
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Yes, we have a variety of pedal bikes available for rent. They are $25 for the first day and $20 each additional day. Available ONLY at the shop location in Southwest Harbor.
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The E bike range usually lasts from 30 to 50 miles depending on your weight and the amount of effort put into pedaling. The more you pedal the longer the range. The E bike comes fully charged at your rental time. Pedal assist (no throttle) up to 20 mph. The speed limit on the Carriage Trails is 20 mph. You MUST Yield to horses, bikers and hikers.
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At Hull’s Cove visitor center, there is a small bike rack at the parking lot level to lockup the ebikes. We do appreciate a text message to let us know your party is back and E bikes are ready for pick-up.
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Yes. When we meet you at Hull’s Cove you will need to have the pass displayed on the dashboard of your vehicle. Park passes can be purchased online in advance to avoid long lines or available at the Hull’s Cove visitor center.
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All the bathrooms are marked on the map we provide for you. Every parking area has composting toilet facilities. The National park visitor center (Hull’s Cove), Park headquarters, and the Jordan Pond House has restrooms.
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Yes, Saturday and Sunday. Both days tend to be a huge change over for campgrounds and other overnight accommodations.
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-From April21 – May 25 deliveries are at 9:30 am. All bikes need to be returned no later than 3:30 pm.
-From May 26 – October 9 deliveries are at 9 am. All bikes need to be returned no later than 3 pm.
-From October 10 – November 12 deliveries are at 10 am. All bikes need to be returned no later than 3 pm.
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Click “Book now” from the website. Simply follow the online booking information, sign the rental and waiver agreements as well as enter your payment information. You will receive an email confirmation once the booking is complete.
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The Acadia National Park website is the best source for current trails and conditions at nps.gov.
