Terms and Conditions of Bike Hire

By completing our Hire Agreement Form you agree to be bound by the following terms and conditions which can be found here:

Proof of Identity
Photo identification must be provided on the day of hire (without exception). Accepted forms of I.D are, UK Driving Licence and Passport, this will be kept and stored securely for the duration of the hire and will be issued back to the client upon return of the equipment in a satisfactory condition.

Damage Deposit

A deposit of £50 is required or a credit/debit card must be left alongside photo I.D. when hiring Brighton Sports Co equipment. The £50 will be taken in the form of an open debit/credit card voucher or cheque, which will be destroyed upon return of the equipment in a satisfactory condition.

The person signing the Hire Agreement Form will be held financially liable for any loss or damage to the equipment hired and is fully aware of these terms and conditions.

The hirer hereby warrants and undertakes that he will further protect the interests of the bike by ensuring that the bike is always locked to a fixed object when unattended. Even when locked it is the hirers responsibility to protect the welfare of the bike and not leave unattended for extended periods of time.

The hirer warrants and undertakes that he will not operate the bike or permit the bike to be operated whilst unfit through drink or drugs or with blood alcohol concentration above the limit prescribed for the time being by road traffic legislation.

The hirer agrees to pay on demand all fines and court costs including administrative fees for violations of local bylaws and all other legal violations assessed against the bike and hirer during the hire period. This includes riding on Hove Promenade where cycling is not permitted.

As the hirer, you understand that any cycling activity involves a certain element of risk. You are advised that any person using Brighton Sports Co equipment does so entirely at their own risk. Brighton Sports Co does not accept any liability for personal injury, loss or damage to property beyond its legal obligation.

It is the responsibility of the hirer to ensure that the bicycle is in proper working order before the hire takes place; this includes brakes, steering, tyres, drive shaft including pedals and any extras fitted such as child seats. If any problems are noticed then this should be reported immediately where another bicycle will be issued.

Helmets are available for every hire, we strongly recommend everyone wears a helmet, by signing the helmet disclaimer on the hire agreement form, you and everyone in your group assume full responsibility for any accident, injury or death which should occur as a result of taking this decision. Children under 12 years old must wear a helmet.

Everyone must declare that they are in good health and that there eyesight is up to a good standard. That you are not suffering from any medical condition or disability which is likely to adversely affect there normal control of the bicycle.