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Zipp E Bikes
2311 Mechanic St #110, Galveston, TX 77550, United States
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Review №1

These guys know e bikes but listen well. Their prices are competitive. Let us check them out. It was a blast. Go rent one for a few hours or if there to buy a bike or two they will steer you in the right direction for quality and budget. Recommend highly.

Pa
Review №2

Went on a Sunday for 2 hr tour. It was fun and informative. Bikes in good shape and not difficult to use. Definitely recommend.

Wi
Review №3

Our experience was very fun! Definitely worth trying! We enjoyed it very much, and 4 out of 5 of the group hadn’t road bikes in years! It was very easy and fast to get the bikes. Unfortunately the owner did not give us much explanation about the rules. We had the google the rules of riding on the road/side walks/beach. Just be sure to ask questions if needed. All in all a great experience.

An
Review №4

Man, what a great experience! Were just a couple of inland vacationers with no beach biking experience. We had some concerns about properly caring for our bikes in the salt and sand. These cats were absolutely wonderful. Got us fixed up with a n inexpensive lube and some sage advice. Easy to see why these guys have a perfect 5.0 star rating.

Pa
Review №5

We took two fat tire bikes in for tune ups. Atmosphere was really great. Staff knowledgeable and very courteous. When I came to settle up, staff again offered to load up. I would and have recommended Zipp E Bikes to my neighbor. He and his wife are interested in a couple of e-Bikes.

Ma
Review №6

We used Zipp E Bikes before and decided to call this morning on a last minute notice on a Labor Day weekend. Phillip was very accommodating and had our bikes ready to go. The service was very professional, we had a great time exploring the island. I will use them again in the future.

Ro
Review №7

Had a Great experience renting some electric bikes from Zipp E Bikes!! We walked by and saw these bikes outside and thought “why not?” Omg best decision, had a blast riding through the streets of Galveston (rented for 3hrs but could have gone longer) Can’t think of getting around in Galveston any other way. Great service, great prices, overall the best!

Jo
Review №8

My family and I enjoyed using your ebikes very much and they performed as well as we were led to believe. We received excellent advice and instructions from your store representatives. I would not hesitate to recommend your business to anyone.

Lu
Review №9

Rented out the rad ebike excellent bike. We rode around 25 miles the bikes were very responsive great handling. The staff was great 😊

Se
Review №10

Great bikes and service. Made a quick appointment online and walked across the street to pick it up. Rode for an hour, wish I had one at home! Staff was very friendly.

Ru
Review №11

Took four traditional bikes (2 vintage) into Zipp E and they fixed them very quickly! Seth was friendly and helpful, the shop is cute and clean and parking was available directly in front of their storefront.Saw several groups picking up their electric bikes to tour around the island and they looked like a fun adventure. Support local and go see Zipp E!

A.
Review №12

Great service and super great people. Had a flat and bought a tube and they let me borrow the tools to fix it. Super great shop, definitely will come here for all my bike needs. 💯

tr
Review №13

The bike rental was the best part of our trip. The staff made the rental easy and they provided both local and safety information so that we could immediately set out to explore the island!

P.
Review №14

We had a wonderful time. The bikes were perfect! We would love to do it again when it is not quite so hot!

Da
Review №15

Cool staff, nice location, rental bikes are fun and in good condition. Prices are surprisingly cheap. Will definitely visit again if/when I’m in Galveston again.

Mu
Review №16

I have been frequenting the Zipp E Bike location for almost a year for my electric bike and my 10 speed. Each time, everyone is friendly and attentive to answer my questions. We even had to troubleshoot the reason I couldn’t ride my bike was because I lowered the seat onto the rack that pushed on the back tire or the time I thought the electric bike didn’t work and all it needed was air in the tires. Great guys and a great place to get help for any questions or adjustments that you may need!!!

Ma
Review №17

Hands down the best way to get to know Galveston! My husband and I had a great time riding these bikes around and we covered a ton of ground in a short amount of time. The staff was extremely friendly as well. Cant wait to ride them again!

je
Review №18

The guys at Zipp were awesome! Totally knowledgeable and friendly. We will definitely return! Ride Rad!

Ch
Review №19

We had a blast roaming around the island for three hours. For a longer ride they provide some locks island, so you can stop off and get something to eat or drink on the way. The bikes can be used in just pedal assist mode or Throttled. All of the bikes are wide tires so they even go over the trolley tracks without fear of getting caught up.The bikes were responsive and in great shape, And helmets were provided and sanitized. We will rent again for sure!!!

Mi
Review №20

This was a terrific experience including the shop, the staff, our guide Rob, and the island adventure tour. Even if you have lived in galveston for a long time you’ll find out new secrets that the island can tell you. And they always have your safety in mind.

Te
Review №21

The bikes were well maintained and reliable. Easy to use, they were a great way to see the island from end-to-end. The owner was great, made it easy to make reservations and was incredibly helpful and knowledgeable. The whole experience was amazing and we’ll definitely rent again the next time we’re in Galveston.

Ro
Review №22

Rented an EBike and it was the perfect way to cruise the beachfront and see the island. Shop was really reasonable and the owner’s real friendly too.

Li
Review №23

Rob was great on our tour! We had never been to Galveston before and thought that the tour was so informative and full of history. We really enjoyed ourselves! Seth was very helpful and treated us well.

Su
Review №24

I absolutely loved this tour! Our guide was knowledgeable and so helpful explaining how our bike worked.

Ed
Review №25

We and our friends rented bikes from Zipp E Bikes for a couple of hours. It was amazing. We all had a great time. The staff was friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. The bikes were like new and handled great. We would definitely rent from here again. If you are looking for something fun to do in Galveston I would highly recommend this place.

Jo
Review №26

Three of us rented ebikes for an hour, great time, highly recommended. Now I want to buy one.

to
Review №27

Great experience and are open on sunday great prices and they rent electric bikes and do bike repairs even though the other bike repair place on seawall says everyone else is closed but him 😠🤔 but definitely come by zipp E bikes, me and my wife come to Galveston quite often and if any bike issue this is the spot, fast and friendly service ❤️🖤✔️♟️

Er
Review №28

We had a great tour! The bikes are so fun. My 10 year old rode on the wagon bike with my husband, my 13 year old was old enough to ride herself. They were all asking to rent them the next day! We will rent them next time we are in Galveston.

La
Review №29

This was in the top 5 most fun things I’ve done. The staff was super helpful in teaching me how to use the bike, recommended the safest and most scenic routes, and even let me use their phone charger! The fat tires on some of the bikes lets you go in the sand, which was awesome. Very affordable as well.

tr
Review №30

Awesome staff and service! We had the bikes for a half a day. It was such a fun experience!!! I recommend touring Galveston this way. Some things to consider before you go - dressing for the weather, going when it’s less busy/easy to navigate, and prepare to be a little sore if it’s been a while since you sat on a bike seat for an extended period of time. However, I enjoyed it so much, I’m now looking to purchase an e-bike to continue the adventure.

ha
Review №31

Highly recommended! They are very helpful and professional!!!!! I got my poorly assembled bike from Academic Sport and it was broken after I rode back from the store...so I went to this place, owner helped me to fix it and did few adjustments for only $45! The best bike/E-bike shop on the island!!!

Sh
Review №32

Went here for my birthday on august 4th with 3 other people very friendly dude greeted us! He gave me a slight discount for my birthday! We bought 4 bikes for 2 hours and definitely worth the experience if you can afford it! 100% recommend! Anyone can rides these!

Co
Review №33

Had an amazing time with these bikes, they go verryyy fast with very good milage and the staff was absolutely amazing service💪🏼 Definitely going here again🤏

ni
Review №34

Fantastic people. Great to talk to and plenty helpful. Very welcoming and lovely to talk to. Would recommend 10/10.

S
Review №35

Had a problem with Electric Skateboard and did not know where to go. Called Zip E Bikes in Galveston Tx and talked to Seth. I have never had a more professional conversation than I did with Seth. Seth wanted to make sure he did everything in his power to get me back up and running on my electric skateboard. Seth even contacted the manufacturer to formulate a game plan for repairs. If anyone needs anything related to a electric skateboard or electric scooters this is the place to go. So refreshing to find a place that cares about the customer.

Br
Review №36

We always enjoy renting from Zipp E Bikes. The staff are very friendly and help you get in and out quickly and are always available to answer your questions. Always a must when we visit the island.

Th
Review №37

The bikes were so fun to ride and they only charged 25$an hour and even gave me additional minutes without charging me a new hour.Phil and Seth are the best.

Da
Review №38

Philip take care of my wife and I very well. He recommended two bikes, and explained their operation. We had a great time! Check out Zipp e bike rental!!

Lo
Review №39

I have purchased many products throughout my life but no company has ever given me the attention as Zipp E Bikes. Seth was great ! I needed a part no one had but them. I never felt rushed during our phone conversation. He shipped it out quickly and everything worked. Thank you again. Wished more companies had the customer service as this one.

Iv
Review №40

I love this place. Exploring Galveston by means of an e-bike is glorious. You can either choose a suitable level of electric motor “assist” to kick in as you pedal or you can choose to be lazy and use the throttle, which means no pedaling. Seth is awesome and will get you hooked up. We rented 2 e-bikes for 2 hours today and it was long enough to explore downtown and go through all of Seawall and back to their store.

Te
Review №41

Customer service at this place is awesome. I needed a part for my ebike. This company was the only one in the country that had it and was willing to expedite shipping. I called and spoke with Seth. He confirmed that he had the part and that it would work with my brand bike. He gave me several different options for expedited shipping. He packed up the part & sent it out within minutes of getting off the phone. I got the part when expected and it works great. Can’t thank Seth enough.

Al
Review №42

Nice and knowledgeable people, equipment in excellent condition - really good experience

Ge
Review №43

Rented 2 bikes to test before buying. Hope to pickup my new bike this weekend. Guess Zipp E Bikes will be my bike shop!

Jo
Review №44

Philip was very helpful today. I loved the bike that I rented. Great experience with this company and will definitely come back and do it again.

Da
Review №45

Had a great time exploring the island with their electric bike. With the half day rental, we were able to cover quite a bit without getting too tired.

Jo
Review №46

Had such a blissful evening to carry throughout our adventures in life. Thank you Zips, for the wonderful service . I recommend you not think about doing this activity... AND JUST DO IT!! So worth all the fun time! We will see y’all very soon again, zips!

Je
Review №47

Perfect for touring the town the bikes were easy to ride and had a lot fun! Recommend for a ride!! The rep at the counter was super friendly and made the whole experience better!!!

Je
Review №48

We rented two bikes and had a great time. Staff is friendly and made our experience great. We enjoyed the bikes so much we ended up buying two! Highly recommend Zipp E Bikes in Galveston!!

Jo
Review №49

Owner was super nice. Fun way to explore Galveston for a few hours.

Qu
Review №50

Excellent service they phenomenal job on all types of bicycles

Da
Review №51

This was our 1st E-bike adventure & they wenr out of their way to explain the operstion of the bikes clearly. They told us where the bike lanes were close by as well as the local dog park. We highly recommend these guys. Great job yall!

Mi
Review №52

Really helpful with tightening up my kickstand on my Electra Rat Fink. Friendly, helpful people.

Ca
Review №53

These guys are bike enthusiasts who fixed my very old bike and had great products to upgrade it. Ive been to other stores who fix the bike but dont seem as knowledgeable.

Ka
Review №54

We had a great time yesterday renting the bikes here. We chose to not do a guided tour, but just rent for my husband, me and our two teens. Great time riding around strand and down to the Seawall. Highly recommend. Very professional and great customer service!

Da
Review №55

I don’t normally write reviews but Zipp E bikes is awesome! My wife and I started E biking last year. We bought 2 bikes through Zipp E after test riding a few. We’ve since put a few thousand miles on the bikes and they’re still going strong. Thanks to Seth and the crew at Zip E bikes for handling all our maintenance and repair needs at very reasonable price and standing by their stuff! Can’t go wrong renting, buying, or getting work done at this shop!

Sh
Review №56

Husband and I rented bikes for 2 hours. We had a blast. So easy to operate. Felt like I was on my motorcycle. We toured all over the historic side of town, up and down the Seawall. Still had plenty of battery when we returned bikes. Loved it so much we reserved bikes again for tomorrow!! Very nice employees and great customer service!!

Ad
Review №57

This adventure is a MUST. Perfect for Geocaching, self-paced tour and all the rest.

Ro
Review №58

Weve been to Galveston a countless times. This last trip was by far the most fun weve ever had and it was because of Zipp E Bikes! Rent a bike, take the tour. You wont be sorry. Now we have to buy one! They were so much fun. You can explore the entire island!

La
Review №59

Great selection of eBikes to rent. We got on-line and booked the rental of two Rad Rovers. Seth was awesome. He explained how to use the bikes and got us set up with safety helmets and gave us a lock in case we needed it. The eBikes were easy to operate and had easy to read displays for battery life, speed and settings. We had a great time riding the bikes around the Strand area, down to Seawall Blvd. and all the way down to East beach and back.

ad
Review №60

...seth was great.....complete multi tasker......i fear no flats now...!....😁.....

Gr
Review №61

I know they work on electric bikes but agreed to change the rear tire on my Honda Metropolitan scooter. Very enthusiastic and did a great job. Price was very reasonable too. I highly recommend that group!

Ro
Review №62

Great local bike shop who makes sure the customers are happy!

Da
Review №63

It’s cool and fast. Good for people who traveling here!

Ka
Review №64

The BEST time weve ever had in Galveston! Exhilarating, fun, safe and affordable. I cant wait to come back in different groups of friends and parents!

Jo
Review №65

Great business, friendly staff, excellent service ! Will be back for sure

DE
Review №66

Service was quick and convenient. Very professional!

Al
Review №67

The bikes were awesome for the whole family. They thoroughly went over how to safely use the bikes and gave great suggestions on where to go. The Rad Wagon held both my 5 and 8 year old no problem. We will definitely rent bike here next time we visit Galveston!

As
Review №68

My wife and I were in Galveston for the night before taking a cruise the next morning. I knew there was an E-bike shop with radpowerbikes in Galveston and looked them up to find out that you could rent them.We stopped in and the manager (I believe it was James) was really nice and helped us along quickly so that within 15 min we were off riding 2 Rad Rovers.We had a total blast, and the Rad Rovers handled bumps like nothing. On the beach I accidentally went through a hole a kid had dug in the sand, but the Rover handled it incredibly well (I wouldnt recommend trying it though!)James was nice enough to even let me switch to the RadRunner halfway through our rental, and when we finished he genuinely wanted to hear my feedback on which I liked better. (I wasnt sure at the time but I lean towards the Rover over the Runner. Rover was just more natural for me to bike in, but both worked and felt great!)Whenever we tell people about the trip, we tell them first about how one of the best parts of the cruise was from the day before where we got to ride E-bikes. We had a blast and will definitely hit them up again next time were in Galveston.

Re
Review №69

Seth was excellent to work with. He was kind and professional. He explained the bikes in detail and set us up for a day of success exploring the island on bikes. I would highly recommend this business to anyone.

Pa
Review №70

Awesome experience and very knowledgeable staff!

Al
Review №71

Put a smile on our faces. We rented bikes for 2 hours. Decided to go against the norm and rode away from the beach to Pelican Island and Seawolf park. It started pouring rain on us but the bikes did great. Cruised at 20mph the whole way. Guys at the shop are really helpful. Highly recommend.

Ca
Review №72

So much fun!! The owner is very professional and kind. This was a new experience because these bicycles are battery charged. So you have the option of pedaling regular, with ease or it progresses to automatic. At first, I wasnt sure about the big wheels but rode with complete ease, and actually you ride with comfort. These bicycles are so cool I want to buy one. My husband loves to look in various stores that are not on the strand but near. However, its a walk. This made it easy and fun. If youre near downtown Galveston, go see ZippEBikes. You wont regret it.

Ja
Review №73

Great local bike shop with friendly and knowledgeable staff. Had the parts I needed at a reasonable price. We will be back again for service on our E-Bikes.

Sa
Review №74

My wife and I rented two of the electric bikes for a day date in Galveston. Great price for two hours ($75 total). It was so much fun! Friendly staff and great bikes. Definitely get the rad rover bikes. We will be back many times.

E
Review №75

Got my bike repaired here. Phillip and James great attitude and customer service. I really appreciate them and will be back for all my bicycle needs!!!

Ti
Review №76

Great customer service and the bikes are really cool dude!

Ba
Review №77

Had a blast. Rob was a great guide. Would definitely do this again.

Ch
Review №78

Best bike shop rent, buy, accessories or just an honest chat about enjoying the outdoors!

Je
Review №79

You guys did a good job on my bike tune up. Thank you

Jo
Review №80

The wife and I headed to Galveston this weekend and found this little shop. We really do love to find small local businesses that are unique and this is one of them. Bike rentals on the island are not uncommon but this one is nice due to the electric bikes.The rates are quite reasonable for the rentals and helmets are included in the rental price. They do offer a tour but you would want to schedule it at least a day ahead. The tour price also includes the bike rental.The staff is incredibly friendly, helpful, and knowledgeable. If a guided tour is not for you, the staff would be happy to tell you about some interesting stops to check out while you cruise the island.In addition to bike rentals they are also a full service bike repair shop and have other fun biking accessories for sale. If you are in the area, definitely check them out and see the island in a much different and relaxing way.

Is
Review №81

Needed to have a tube replaced service was fast, I believe it was Sara who helped me, very friendly and knowledgeable. She went out of her way to make sure my gears were shifting correctly! Glad to have found this place

Ca
Review №82

Staff was extremely helpful and informative made my experience seamless. Enjoyed my 2-hour ride on the rad bike. This was a definite highlight of my trip will be back!

Ch
Review №83

Super people and place! They did a great tune-up on my bike. Seth even went out of his way to help me with my wifes garden cart. Great location and atmosphere. Thank you for your service.

Je
Review №84

Thank you so much guys for your help with my scooter! Now they fixed it I can enjoy it now. Great guys! I will tell everyone to go there. Jenny Montgomery

Ti
Review №85

Moved to galveston this yr w/ my mtn bike, I have had several repairs here pedals replaced, brakes repaired, flat tires fixed, etc; all have been fast and high quality. The work lasts. I highly suggest them over any other island bike shops where my experiences werent as efficient or quality. The staff is great too!

Ro
Review №86

We ALWAYS go for a ride on these bikes when visiting Galveston, TX.

Mi
Review №87

One of the best bike shops you could ever find! Great service, friendly owner and staff.

T
Review №88

My son and I rented bikes for the afternoon. We had a blast. The bikes are so easy to ride. Great exercise and such an enjoyable way to spend the afternoon. I will definitely be back and would HIGHLY RECOMMEND this activity!!!!!The people who work here are awesome as well...5 stars from me :)

Ca
Review №89

Had no idea how fun e-biking could be!It definitely makes biking so much fun & is a blast... it’s a fit for any person with any skill set!I so wanting to bike ...just for enjoying my soundings .. with a e-bike it is so easy to do!This by far is the best e-bike shops round!Not only can you buy the coolest bikes thereyou can get everything you could every want for your bike!The BIGGEST plus is the the owner Seth !!He really knows his stuff and will take great care of you!Coolest shop hands down!

Aa
Review №90

Cool little bike shop right in the heard of downtown, a couple blocks off The Strand. They rent these cool e-bikes, though I confess Ive never been on one. I go there for maintenance and repairs on my bike and they take great care of me. They have the perfect mix of technical knowledge and island hospitality.

Mi
Review №91

Helpful, easy to work with, bikes charged. If you want specific bikes, I’d suggest reserving online prior to walking up.

Sa
Review №92

Amazing people!!!! I am a local and they are the only people I’ll take my bike to. Rental prices are great, service it top notch and the work they do is lasts.

Ju
Review №93

My wife and I won a coupon for two half day electric bikes. We called the phone number listed on google and it ended up being a cellphone to one of the workers (Seth). Even though it was before store hours, he still picked up and gave us information . When we finally got to the store, Seth was very friendly and welcoming. The electric bikes were also very fun to use. You can use the pedals like any other bike or you can use the electrical system. The whole four hours I was riding the bike around like a motorcycle. Fun experience and great workers. I would definitely come back even without a coupon.

He
Review №94

My bike’s front brake wasn’t working, they fixed it in less than a minute. Super chill friendly staff! Will definitely go back!

Ha
Review №95

I had trouble repairing my electric scooter tire and wasnt able to get the tire back on the rim. They were able to get it back on and only charged me $10, definitely going to come here for all my future scooter repair needs

An
Review №96

Super friendly staff and bikes are super fun to ride

An
Review №97

Great way to get all over Galveston. The bikes require MINIMAL effort to get moving and you can get to and fro in no time. Staff was excellent and accommodating. Skip the golf carts take a zip e

Ra
Review №98

I’m a little late for this review. But there hasn’t been a day that’s passed that I haven’t gone to bed thinking “dangit, I NEED to leave a review”. I went to Galveston alone for my 21st birthday to celebrate back in November. I came across this shop on google to rent an electric bike. First, I want to say the staff here are incredibly awesome and it’s a friendly relaxed vibe. I rented a bike for 2 hours. Best two hours of my life I’ve had in awhile. I had so much fun cruising around Galveston checking out every nook and cranny. These things have some good power to em’. Prices are more than reasonable & the experience was priceless. I’m looking forward to my next trip down there so I can rent another one for longer!! 12/10 recommend this shop! Thanks for making my birthday extra memorable guys!

an
Review №99

This place was awesome. I had so much fun on the E bikes. I rode in the rain too. The bike stayed charged the whole time, and the safety locks made me feel safe about leaving them to tour Bishops Palace. They are right across from the famous historic Trenton hotel where I stayed. They are very nice and friendly!

Do
Review №100

This place is awesome. Here you will be treated like a friend instead of a customer. We rented a couple of E bikes today just to try them out. We had a phenomenal time. You see, I am disabled and have not been able to ride a bike for some time. After putting about 20 miles on the bikes, we are understandably tired and a bit sore, but it was well worth the experience. The bikes are well maintained and fairly new. If you have questions, they have answers. Zipp E Bikes can get most bike accessories for you. They can repair your E Bike or conventional bicycle. Going on a Cruise Ship? While in port, why not rent an E Bike? Its much cheaper than renting a car and gives you the opportunity to see most of Galveston. Check out Historical down town. Cruise the Sea Wall. There is so much more to take in from a bike ride than in a car and it wont leave you completely worn out like riding a conventional bicycle. Cheers!

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  • Address:2311 Mechanic St #110, Galveston, TX 77550, United States
  • Site:http://zippebikes.com/
  • Phone:+1 409-539-3323
Categories
  • Bicycle rental service
  • Bicycle repair shop
  • Bicycle store
  • Tour operator
Working hours
  • Monday:10am–6pm
  • Tuesday:10am–6pm
  • Wednesday:10am–6pm
  • Thursday:10am–6pm
  • Friday:Closed
  • Saturday:10am–6pm
  • Sunday:10am–6pm
Highlights
  • Veteran-led:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
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