TOP 1. SuRly Touring Bike
What we recommend bike models for cycling in Taiwan?
Good to bike packing
Shimano Deore 30S／Tiagra 30S
Crankset: 48-36-29T
Cassette: 11-34T
Weight: 12 kg ( steel-lighting)
Handlebar: Flat Bar
Puncture proof tire and tire liner –put an end to broke!
The image shown here is indicative only. if you have special needs, please inform to MathewBike in advance.
TOP 2. Froging Bike
Good to bike racing
Shimano Shimano Tiagra 30S／20S
Crankset：50/39/30T or 52/36T
Cassette：11-32T
Weight：9 kg
Handlebar: Flat Bar
Puncture proof tire and tire liner –put an end to broke!
- The image shown here is indicative only. if you have special needs, please inform to MathewBike in advance.
30 gears Froging Reynolds Tubing Touring Bike
The Best Bike For Travel
Designed for YOU: Use the greatest steel-tubing mechanic and the highest standards of craftsmanship all made in Taiwan to make the most balanced bike frames. From the mechanic of eye-points, we are most concerned about precise tolerances, easy assembly and common use of consumables hope the bike stronger.
Combined with Shimano Deore 30-speed shift system, using the disc brake, which has a flat handlebar or drop-bar for replacement. It can adapt to various terrain upside down hillsides, and has a powerful load capacity of up to 30 kg.
Technician chief Mathew keeps high-quality maintenance, and the probability of tire breakage is gradually decreasing. Coupled with the free provision of waterproof panniers, repair tools, and helmet rentals, bicycles all are easy to ride, and equipment is upgraded!
Not only the biggest steel-tubing bike rental also Froging’s largest certified seller.
We know the language of Universal Cyclists & Biketraveler best and create a dream of traveling around the world for you.
How to choose a bike for cycling around Taiwan?
Choose the right bike to go around the island, preferably the type of bike you are used to, and then choose according to your needs.
We provide a 30-minute free test ride to experience the difference of different bicycle types, explain the price and equipment in detail, and also give suggestions on the route around the island.
| Model | Touring Bike | Road Bike | Note |
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| Weight | 12-13 kg | 8-10 kg | Bike is lighter, ride faster. |
| Load Capacity | 15-20 kg | Maximum 7 kg | Our experience: 3-5kg luggage is most comfortable weight. |
| Shift Level | Shimano Deore 30S | Shimano Sora 27S | Shimano Deore shifting is the best for biking long-term travel in touring bikes. |
| Chainwheel | 48-36-29T | 50-39-30T | Gear ratio is smaller, climbing is easier. |
| Cassette | 11-34T | 11-34T | With a large gear ratio of 11T + 50T, you can also enjoy speeding on your way! |
| Brake | Disc or V-brake | C-brake | Brake Control: Disc>V>C |
| Tires | 700X28-35C puncture-proof | 700X25C puncture-proof | Practical experience: Wide tires are less likely to puncture than narrow tires. Road feeling experience: wide tires have good grip, and narrow tires feel ride fast. |
| Tire Changing skill | Easy | Very easy | |
| Climbing Performance | Good! | Super good! | The key point of climbing: still have to exercise first ^.< |
| Part Durability | Extremely durable | Durable | |
| Repair money | low | very low | Find our friend's bike shops. |
| Riding feeling | High stability and comfort | Faster, but more bumpy | |
| Who is suitable? | Beginners, Backpackers, Planned Bike Campers | Those who pursue speed and climbing ability, have fewer days around the island, and have less luggage | BOOK NOW! |
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Offer 30 mins for test
Provide passenger storage luggage service, give a map of the cycling around Taiwan Route 1, private route. - Our services: bicycle rental, bicycle repair, bicycle maintenance, supply car for bicycle, bicycle travel planning.
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Everyone bike has a number and maintenance record:
Let customers ride around when using safety, successfully complete the island dream!
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The Bicycle Models
Touring Bike Rental Equipmet
| 馬鞍袋 Panniers | 貨架 Shelf | 安全帽 Helmet |
| 鎖 Lock | 頭尾燈 Bike lights | 水壺架 Water holder |
| 內胎 Inner tubes | 打氣筒 Tyre pump | 隨身工具 Repair kit |
| 碼錶 Speedometer | 鈴鐺 Bell | 手機套 phone bag |
Renting a touring bike includes all of the equipment and 2 inner tubes. We will charge 150NTD per tube
Touring Bike Rental Pricing
Expert
Surly Touring Bike
The Best Choice Touring Bike Rental
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The first choice for world bicycle travelers. The top handmade frame is made in Taiwan. It has super anti-corrosion and heavy-duty capabilities so that ride 100,000 km without damage!
Pro
Froging Touring Bike
Super light gears to climb
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Taiwan's brand of high-quality steel tubing touring bike, through 10 years of improvement and reconstruction, has the strongest stability and is most suitable for the needs of Taiwan bicycle travelers.
Popular
Giant Escape 1
27 gears touring Bike
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The most popular type of touring bike rental to go around the island in Taiwan. The price is very affordable and the stability is high. There are disc brakes and ring brakes.
| Days / Bike Type | Surly Touring Bike | Froging Touring Bike | 27速 / 18速 (gears) | 24速 / 16速 (gears) | 21速 (gears) |
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| 5 Days | 5000 | 4000 | 2800 | 2250 | 1500 |
| 10 Days | 6000 | 5000 | 3800 | 3200 | 2000 |
| 15 Days | 7000 | 6000 | 4300 | 3700 | 2500 |
| 20 Days | 8000 | 7000 | 5500 | 4500 | 3000 |
| 25 Days | 9000 | 8000 | 6300 | 4800 | 3500 |
| 30 Days | 10000 | 9000 | 6800 | 5250 | 4000 |
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everything you need to know before Cycling Around Taiwan
4 Steps Guide to cycling days around Taiwan
The Length Of The Holiday: This is the most practical point in planning the number of days around the island. Summer vacation or winter vacation even Christmas hoildays.
Personal Fitness: For challengers, we suggest cycling days around Taiwan is a week (7 -10 days).
For beginners, we recommend cycling days around Taiwan is 2 weeks (13 – 15 days).
6 Steps to Plan Your Taiwan Cycling Tour Cost
If you are happy to search for local food or hotels to pay for cheap, we prefer to interact with local residents, exchange information with backpackers, and even find some CouchSurfing hosters to stay for one night, so that we save a lot of money!
6 Tips Guide to Road Bike vs Touring bike For Cycling Around Taiwan!
When it comes to planning a cycling trip, whether for vacations, creating graduation memories, or during career changes, many people are inspired to challenge themselves or create lasting memories with loved ones. If you’re new to cycling or looking to embark on a cycling adventure, recommend road bikes or touring bikes. So, what’s the difference between a Road Bike vs Touring bike, which bike is going to be right for you?
How To Take The Bike On The Train / Metro
Cycling around the island will inevitably have physical limitations and poor road conditions. This article organizes 3 methods: how to carry a bicycle to the train, and how to carry a bicycle to take the MRT, so that you can go out safely and go home happily!
Successful tips for cycling around Taiwan
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Best Cycling Equipment List: What To Bring On Bike Tour?
To do a long touring bike travel is a challenge and amzing in your life! Having the best cycling equipment can help you do more smoothly on the your!
The Top 3 Best Cycling Equipment On The Cycling Travel:
1) Garbage bag or plastic bag
2) Car recorder
3) Fanny Pack / Belt Bag
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Cycling Around Taiwan Route 1 Map
Cycling Taiwan’s Cycle Route 1 Map is certainly the easiest choice (obvious route guidance, many repair stations, convenient stores and more convenient food and drink supplies, etc.). Our touring bike rental services will provide more good informations when you pick my bike up.
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Places to Visit in Taiwan Guide: 10 Tourist Must-See Attractions!
Here are 10 places to visit in Taiwan tourist must-see. These routes pass through forests, coastlines, fields, and towns, allowing you to explore the different scenery of Taiwan by bike.
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Road Bike Position Introduction: 3 Tips To Improve Your Position
When you first go touring bike rental, the first thing asks is: “How tall are you? What’s your span length?” The absolute key to improving your road bike position is to choose the right size of your road bike.
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8 Basic Bike Repair Skills You Should Know
Whether you are a person traveling on a bicycle, or a commuter who bikes to work, knows the following 8 must-learn basic bike repair skills will make your ride more smoothly and save a lots bike repair cost! If you want to make more advanced adjustments or all-around improve the smoothness of cycling.
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Cost-effective bike maintenance
Using Maxxis first-level puncture-proof tires + strong tire liners greatly reduces the chance of a puncture. A customer once rode around Taiwan for a month without a puncture!
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Pick up the bike one day in advance for free
Please write down the pick-up date and time in the rental form (NOT Your Start Time!). You should mention it in the request, the pick-up time for the day before is from 4 pm to 8 pm, and there is no additional charge. The actual pickup time is subject to the arrangement of MATHEWBIKE. Please let us know your needs when booking so that we can make adjustments.
Book anytime and go anytime
Touring Bike rental can be booked no later than 3 days in advance, as long as there are still bikes available, we will do our best to arrange maintenance appointments for you!
Complete pre-departure instructions
Welcome to make an appointment for a free 30-minute trial ride! Assist novices to adjust their bicycle riding posture and plan their bicycle routes around the island.
Free luggage storage
You don’t need to go cycling tours with many bags or suitcases, we can store your suitcases and luggage that you don’t need for free, so you can enjoy your trip around the island!
Provide bike touring rental for home delivery
Touring Bike Rental with a total rental fee of NT$15,000 (or a total rental fee of NT$30,000 for electric bicycles) is available for free delivery within 10 kilometers of Taipei.
Many Bike Repair Stations we can help
We have good friend bicycle shops, in some places in Taiwan, ready to help you with any emergencies in bicycle maintenance!
English Friendly
Each of our clerks has the ability to communicate in English, and can effectively communicate in English to solve your bicycle-related problems.
Touring Bike Rental Rules & Safety
Safety And Rules
- Ensure your bicycle is the right size and properly adjusted to fit you.
- Please let us know your height and weight, we can help you to choose the correct size fit.
- A properly-fitted bicycle is more comfortable and easier to control.
- Right-hand control the rear brake and left-hand control the front brake. Brake checking needs tight or not is important.
- Right-hand control the rear shifting and left-hand control the front shifting. Shift checking needs smooth or not is important.
- Try to ride to check the weird sound happens or not.
We know no low to limit you wear a helmet in Taiwan Biking Rules, but we understand properly-fitted helmets provide protection from a potentially life-threatening head injury.
- Keep riding on the right, do not compete with the cars, and always keep a distance from the cars.
- Be prepared to take evasive action and knock your bell to alert relating to vehicles that have just passed you and may turn right.
- Use hand signals before making turns or changing lanes to warn traffic around you.
- Do not rush into the car array, do not show off on the road.
- When your children are riding please keep an eye on your children to avoid the danger.
- Do not ride on muddy soil and sod, which causes mechanical failure accidents.
- Do not show off your biking stunts, which cause excessive tire wear and tear.
- Do not use the gear ratio overmuch (Biggest to Biggest, Small to Small), which causes wear and tear on the chain.
- Do not carry your luggage overloading, which causes wear and tear on wheels, frames, etc.
- Know the riding essentials, the braking essentials, the shifting essentials, road condition essentials.
Touring Bike Rental Conditions
The Client acknowledges and agrees that they have inspected the Equipment, and that the Equipment is in good condition and suitable for the intended use. Follow Taiwan Biking Rules in every ride.
Cycling involves Risks. The Client agrees that despite such Risks the Client wants to participate in the holiday and/or hire and use the Equipment, follows Taiwan Biking Rules, and accepts sole responsibility for:
(a) the Equipment;
(b) the safety of the Client and others.
The Client will take proper and reasonable care of the Equipment during the Hire Period, and will return it in good order and condition to MathewBike by 21:00 on the return date specified in the Contract, unless otherwise agreed by MathewBike. Late returns will be charged a daily hire rate until returned, unless prior arrangements have been made.
The Client warrants that all persons who will use the Equipment are competent to use the Equipment, will use the Equipment in the manner it was designed to be used, will follow any directions from MathewBike relating to the use and safety of the Equipment, and will comply with all Taiwan Biking Rules of the laws and obligations in relation to the use and control of the Equipment.
No modifications to Equipment.
The Client will not change or modify the Equipment without MathewBike’s agreement. If the Client changes or modifies the Equipment without MathewBike’s agreement, such changes or modifications will be considered damage, and bear all the price.
Damage or loss
The Client is solely responsible for any damage to, or loss of, the Equipment during the Hire Period. The Client will notify MathewBike immediately if the Equipment is damaged or lost, and will follow all reasonable instructions of MathewBike in relation to such damaged or lost Equipment.
In the case of damage to the Equipment (excluding reasonable wear and tear, and any damage to inner tubes), however caused, the Client will be responsible for and will pay MathewBike for the full cost of all repairs, including the cost of replacing any damaged parts and any labor to restore the Equipment to the condition it was in at the commencement of the Hire Period. For the avoidance of doubt, MathewBike has the sole right to reasonably determine:
(a) whether the Equipment has been damaged during the Hire Period;
(b) whether such damage is beyond reasonable wear and tear;
(c) the extent of such damage;
(d) the full cost of the repairs required.
In the case of loss of the Equipment, however caused, the Client will be responsible for and will pay MathewBike for the full cost to MathewBike of replacing such Equipment.
The Client will be responsible for and will indemnify MathewBike for any loss of revenue suffered by MathewBike due to the unavailability of the Equipment for hire due to damage or loss. The costs for lost revenue will not exceed the equivalent of 7 days hire of the Equipment at the prevailing hire rates.
- Order the touring bike rental, you need to pay the deposit 1,000 TWD for your reservation via PayPal or Cash or Bank transfer. The balance will pay off on the pick-up date.
- Order “Cycling Tour” reservations you need to pay the deposit of 30% of the total amount via PayPal or Cash or Bank transfer. The balance will pay off on the pick-up date.
- The client agrees to bear the fees and commodity taxes paid, must follow Taiwan Biking Rules in every rides.
- We will require the client to provide copies or collateral of relevant documents, such as identity cards, and any deposit provided by the client shall be used to guarantee the faithful performance of all the terms of this agreement and all necessary repairs to equipment.
- In consideration of regulating the rights and obligations between the parties to the contract, the client agrees to pay all legal fees, court fees or other costs in the event of legal disputes.
Cancellation And Refund
- The Client agrees that MathewBike has the right to define all cancellation principles.
- After the “touring bike rental” reservation, no change will be made due to change of mind or absence.
- After booking a “Bike Tour”, the cancellation can be refunded in full for more than 30 days from the start date, and will not be replaced if the start date is less than 30 days.
- No refunds will be made for early returns, late pickups, no-shows or change of mind.
- If the service becomes unavailable Before Hire Period due to circumstances beyond MathewBike’ control (such as theft, fire, earthquake, or damage from an earlier hire contract), MathewBike will refund all the money in 14 days.
- All applicable refunds will be released upon return of all rented equipment.
Termination Of Contract
The client agrees that MathewBike has the right to terminate this contract and re-own the above bike and equipment at any time. For the above purpose, MathewBike can report the case based on the personal documents provided by the Client during the contract. All losses and legal liabilities will be borne by client bear.
If the service becomes unavailable for the Hire Period due to circumstances beyond MathewBike’ control (such as theft, fire, earthquake, or damage from an earlier hire contract), MathewBike will use its best efforts to offer the Client a suitable alternative. If MathewBike is unable to offer a suitable alternative, the Client will be entitled to some refund minus any costs MathewBike has incurred related to this booking.