Originally Posted by
Moonshae
Thanks. This is my first experience with a "good" bike, as my previous bike was a $250 MB from a local shop that I bought almost 20 years ago and weighed a ton (and I consequently barely rode). I've gotten used to my fabulous road bike and since I'm totally inexperienced with what would be available for rent, I asked. Do rental shops offer clipless pedals?
A fabulous road bike may not last long if you park it anywhere in Amsterdam, better plan on bringing or buying a super-duper locking device or being "chained" to the bike yourself. I'd recommend renting or buying an inexpensive bike for local riding in Amsterdam. It is all flat terrain and multiple gears are hardly necessary; traffic density in Amsterdam (bicycle, pedestrian, and motor vehicles) may make you regret the special features of a fabulous road bike.