Bike and E-Bike Rentals at Wai Nani Surf & Paddle in Wayzata

About

Rent a bike in Wayzata, MN, the perfect way to explore the area. Wayzata is located along the beautiful Lake Minnetonka, and our bike rentals are located right at Wayzata Beach! Renting a cruiser bike or e-bike allows you to easily explore the scenic lakefront, take in the remarkable lake vistas, and access nearby parks, trails, and beaches. Biking is a convenient way to get around Wayzata, where you can explore the charming downtown area where parking can be limited, or hop on one of the paved trails that offer a scenic path along the lake. Bike rentals are family-friendly and eco-friendly, contributing to a more sustainable community.

🚲Types of Bike Rentals Available

• Beach Cruiser Bike: Easy to get on and off of, this bike offers a step-through design and a comfortable ride.

• E-Bike: Our top-of-the-line E-bikes have more than 50 miles of range on one battery and multi-modal peddle assist functions. They are designed for a smooth and easy ride and are very accessible.

Biking near Wayzata and Lake Minnetonka

The Dakota Rail Trail Biking this scenic paved bike path that starts right near our shop provides views of Lake Minnetonka that are rarely seen by car. The path allows you to ride more than 13 miles each way. You can just pedal a few miles or complete the entire trail and ride back.

Along the way, you can take in views of the lake, nearby swamps and wetlands, and green tunnels of trees and foliage. This is a multi-use trail that is used by bikers, walkers, and dogs but it’s not extremely busy and is easy to navigate and bike on.

See the trail map on Trailforks

Luce Line Trail You can easily access the Luce Line trail near our shop as well. The Luce Line Trail takes you on a historic journey through the countryside. The trail stretches 63 miles from the western metro suburb of Plymouth to the small town of Cosmos in west-central Minnesota. The trail runs on a former railroad line and is available for biking, hiking, running, and dog walking.

See trail details on Trailforks

Wayzata Beach Bike Rental Availability

Bike rentals are available every day except Monday and Tuesday from May through mid-September.

Monday: Call (877) 924-6264 to book Tuesdays: Call (877) 924-6264 to book Wednesday: 3:00PM – 7:00PM Thursday: 3:00PM – 7:00PM Friday: 3:00PM – 7:00PM Saturday: 11:00PM – 7:00PM Sunday: 11:00PM – 7:00PM

Meeting Location

Open in Google Maps 250 Grove Ln E. Wayzata, MN 55391

Duration

You can rent for a 2-hour duration online, for longer durations, please call Call (877) 924-6264 to book.

Prerequisites / Requirements

• Ability to safely ride a bike
• Must be 15+ with a
• Age 12+ only (age 12-15 must be accompanied by a parent or adult guardian)

🎁 What’s Included

✔ Bike ✔ High quality MIPS helmets ✔ Bike lock ✔ Instruction on how to use the pedal assist on E-bikes

🧳 What to Bring (suggested list)

*Bike shorts and/or gloves for extra comfort on longer rides

• Sunglasses
• Water bottle
• Sun protection: Sunglasses, sunscreen, and/or spf shirts
• Light jacket or windbreaker: (Depending on the weather), you might want to bring a light jacket or windbreaker, especially if biking in the early morning or evening when it may be cooler.

About the Shop

Based out of the Wayzata Public Beach on scenic Lake Minnetonka MN, Wai Nani Surf & Paddle is the leading Twin Cities Full Service Stand Up Paddleboard & Kayak Service Provider offering SUP rentals, lessons, paddle board fitness and yoga, custom group events, and community.

We support the Three Rivers Parks District and our Local YMCA with discounted equipment rentals.

We carry all of the required licenses, permits, and insurance to provide rentals and classes at Lake Minnetonka.

🌱Sustainability and Conservation

No single-use items are provided (water bottles etc.) and all of our e-bikes are charged using 100% solar energy!

🏫 Facility Information

• Storage: unlocked but observed by staff behind the desk
• Water fill station for water bottles
• Public Showers

Parking

• Free on-site public parking

Policies

Cancellation policy

• 24-hour notice: SUP & Kayak Rental Participants will receive a full refund provided a 24 hour notice of cancellation is given.
• Weather: A full refund is provided In the event of cautious wind/weather (as determined at the sole discretion of the Wai Nani Surf & Paddle team.) Please allow for a window of 7-10 business days for the refund to process. No-shows will be charged the full price. Please contact us at 877.WAI.NANI with any cancellation questions or concerns.

🌧️Weather policy

• A light shower can be refreshing and over in 5 minutes. But, if more substantial rain is anticipated, we will reschedule at a more convenient time. Additionally, if we believe the day’s weather or water conditions to be hazardous, we reserve the right to reschedule.

• Wai Nani Surf & Paddle will contact renters/class participants a minimum of 1-hour prior to their reservation.

• Please provide both email and cell phone numbers at the time of your reservation.

• Full refunds will be given for any beach or operational closure as determined at the sole discretion of the Wai Nani Surf & Paddle team.

Safety First! Conditions, especially high off-shore wind, can be extremely deceptive for those new to paddleboarding. Wai Nani Surf & Paddle reserves the right to close operations in the event of cautious wind (10+ mph) and weather.

FAQ

⚡️Electric biking FAQs

How long does a charge last on the electric bike rentals? It depends. From 3-4 hours depending on the effort of the biker.

Is there an age requirement for renting an electric bike? The rider must be 15 with a parent/guardian signature if taking the bike out by themselves. Minimum age of 12 years old if accompanied by parent / guardian.

Are there any restrictions on where I can ride the electric bike? Follow street traffic rules.

Do I need a special license or training to rent an e-bike? No.

Are there any height requirements for riding an e-bike? We recommend a minimum height of 5 ft but please contact us in advance if you have questions about bike fit.

I’ve never ridden an electric bike, do I need instruction? Our staff will provide a brief tutorial on how to engage and use the pedal assist functionality.

General Bike Rental FAQs

What is the minimum age requirement for participants? Due to safety concerns, classes and rentals at Wayzata Beach are for individuals age 12+ only

Are there any weight restrictions for participants? The weight limit for the bikes is 275 lbs., but please contact us if you have questions.

What happens in case of bad weather or unfavorable weather conditions? Safety First! Wai Nani Surf & Paddle will contact renters/class participants a minimum of 1-hour prior to their reservation in the event of a wind/weather cancellation (as determined at the sole discretion of the Wai Nani Surf & Paddle team.) Full refunds will be given for any Wai Nani Surf & Paddle beach closure.

Can I leave my personal belongings behind? Yes, you can. We have storage cubbies that are available for you to store your belongings in. They’re not lockers but our staff is present at the desk.

What is the cancellation policy in case I need to cancel or reschedule?

• 24-hour notice: SUP & Kayak Rental Participants will receive a full refund provided a 24 Hour Notice of Cancellation is given.
• Weather: A full refund is provided In the event of cautious wind/weather (as determined at the sole discretion of the Wai Nani Surf & Paddle team.) Please allow for a window of 7-10 business days for the refund to process. No-shows will be charged the full price. Please contact us at 877.WAI.NANI with any cancellation questions or concerns.
• No-shows will be charged the full price. Please contact us at 877.WAI.NANI with any cancellation questions or concerns.

Are there any restroom facilities available on-site? We are located at a public park which has free restrooms, showers and water fountains available for use.

Is there a place to change or shower at the studio or location? There are public bathrooms with showers available right next to our location at Excelsior Public Beach.

Am I required to wear my helmet during the bike rental? You are required to wear a helmet with the rental bikes.

Are locks provided for the bikes? Bike locks are provided with each bike rental.

Do I need to make a bike rental reservation in advance? We highly recommend a reservation to guarantee availability, but we do offer walk-up rentals as well.

Are helmets provided or should I bring my own? High-quality MIPS helmets are provided with each bike rental.

What happens if the bike gets damaged during my rental period? Call us at 877.WAI.NANI and we’ll provide assistance based on your needs.

Can I rent additional equipment, such as baskets or child seats? No, we just rent the bikes.

Do you have bike trailers available to rent for kids? No, we just offer the rental bikes.

I have a bike trailer, can I bring it and attach it to the rental bike? Unfortunately, we do not allow bike trailers to be attached to our rental bikes.

Can I extend my rental period if I decide to keep the bike longer? Yes, you can extend your rental as long as we have availability. You can extend your bike rental by calling us first to check availability

Do you offer bike delivery and pick-up services? No

What happens if I get a flat tire? Call us at 877.WAI.NANI and we’ll provide assistance based on

Do you have different saddle options? We just have the saddles that come on the rental bikes.

Age Activity Notice

Due to safety concerns, Rentals, as well as Clinics/Classes at Wayzata Beach, are for individuals age 12+ only (age 12-15 must be accompanied on by a parent or adult guardian.) Sorry, no riders allowed while renting at Wayzata Beach, including pets.

Renters under age 18 must have a parent or legal guardian’s signature on the required waiver form.

Equipment Notice

Everything you need, we provide. Helmets are required and included with your rental! Just bring your smile and a sense of adventure!

Wai Nani Surf & Paddle only uses the best, most enjoyable rental bikes around. Our brand-new rental fleet is made up of top-of-the-line Comfort Bikes. To ensure the utmost safety of our guests, participants MUST be in good physical condition to independently bike. Please contact us at 877.WAI.NANI or info@wainanisup.com if you are unsure if you meet this critical safety requirement.

Being SAFE and having FUN is very important to the Wai Nani Surf & Paddle team. Thank you for helping make your bike experience with us the best it can be! We look forward to meeting you!