Try a cycle

Finding the right cycle takes time

Inclusive cycles are specialist, personal, and often a significant cost. That is why we offer several ways for you to try, hire, borrow or work towards owning the right cycle for you.

Whether you want a test ride, short hire, a free month loan through our Pathways to Pedals programme, or to try a cycle before you buy through Renticy, we can help you find the option that suits you best.

At Get Cycling you can test ride, hire, borrow or book a cycle before deciding what works for you.

Start here: Free test rides at our showroom

You can book a free one hour test ride at our York showroom.

This is the best place to start if you:

  • Are new to inclusive cycling
  • Are not sure what type of cycle suits you
  • Want to compare different cycles
  • Want guidance from our experienced team

You can try a range of trikes, tandems, side by side cycles and non-traditional cycles in a relaxed, supported environment.

There is no pressure to buy. This is simply about finding what feels right.

Option 1: Hire A Cycle

A simple way to use an inclusive cycle for a day, a weekend, or longer.

Hiring is ideal if you:

  • Want to try cycling for the first time
  • Need a cycle for a short period
  • Are visiting York
  • Want to test what type of cycle suits you

We have a range of trikes, side by side cycles, tandems and specialist cycles available to hire.

Option 2: Free loan

If cost is a barrier, you may qualify for a free one month loan of a cycle through our Pathways to Pedals programme.

This programme is designed to help disabled people, people with long term health conditions, and people with support needs access cycling.

A free loan allows you to:

  • Use a cycle in your own time and environment

  • Build confidence

  • Work out what works for you before thinking about buying

  • Experience everyday cycling without financial pressure

We will guide you through the eligibility and application process.

Option 3: Renticy – try before you buy

Renticy is a flexible way to book and use our cycles while you decide if you want to own one.

It allows you to:

  • Book a specific cycle

  • Use it over a longer period

  • Take your time deciding

  • Move towards purchase with confidence

This is ideal if you know you want a cycle but need more time to be sure which one is right.

Why we offer TRY options

Inclusive cycles are different from standard bikes. They are personal, specialist and often life changing.

We believe everyone should have the chance to find the right cycle, without pressure, risk or uncertainty.

TRY is how you start that journey.