Sunbeams streaming through fog and twisted oaks beside the Bob Jones Trail

Bolt About Electric Bike Rentals

E-bikes and scooters by the hour or day, right on Front Street.

Sun rays through the oaks
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Where
472 Front St
Hours
10 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily
E-bikes
$30 an hour, $90 a day
Scooters
$25 an hour, $80 a day
Phone
(805) 234-2349

Bolt About rents electric bikes and scooters from 472 Front Street, in the middle of downtown. It's open every day from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and you can walk in or book online.

What you can rent

There are classic, step-through and cruiser e-bikes for adults, plus kids' e-bikes, all at $30 an hour, $90 a day or $120 for 24 hours. Adult and kids' Segway scooters are $25 an hour or $80 a day. For hauling gear or kids, a Yuba cargo e-bike is $40 an hour. A two-seat kids' trailer comes free with any bike.

The adult bikes top out around 20 mph and go 20 to 40 miles on a charge, which is plenty for a day in Avila.

Where to ride

The Bob Jones Trail is the easy pick. It starts a block from the beach and runs up the valley past Sycamore Mineral Springs to Ontario Road. Stop at the Avila Valley Barn or Woodstone Marketplace along the way. Or head west on Avila Beach Drive to Harford Pier. More routes and safety tips are on Biking & E-Bikes.

Local tips

  • A kids' trailer is free with a bike rental. It seats two, up to 70 pounds.
  • Ride the Bob Jones Trail up the valley and back, and stop at the Avila Valley Barn on the way.
  • Reserve online on summer weekends.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to rent an e-bike in Avila Beach?

Bolt About lists e-bikes at $30 an hour, $90 a day or $120 for 24 hours. The Yuba cargo e-bike is $40 an hour.

Do they rent bikes for kids?

Yes. There are kids' e-bikes and kids' scooters, and a two-seat trailer is free with a bike rental.

Where can I ride an e-bike from Avila Beach?

The Bob Jones Trail starts a block from the beach and runs up the Avila Valley. You can also ride out Avila Beach Drive to Harford Pier.

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