ACTIVITY

Bicycle Rental SPECIALIZED Turbo Experience Station

Bicycle Rental SPECIALIZED Turbo Experience Station
Bicycle Rental SPECIALIZED Turbo Experience Station
Bicycle Rental SPECIALIZED Turbo Experience Station
Bicycle Rental SPECIALIZED Turbo Experience Station

ACTIVITY

Bicycle Rental SPECIALIZED Turbo Experience Station

Rent your Turbo Vado by Specialized, a leading world-class bike maker, for a superior Shimanami experience. Now you can have your ride.


 

Stylish, easy, performing.

Whether you are crossing a bridge, climbing a mountain,  riding a long distance, with a SPECIALIZED Turbo Vado SL, a sport-type, power assisted bicycle, it’s easy. Enjoy Shimanami cycling with the an elegant, power assisted sport bicycle equipped with the latest technology. It is highly recommended for groups with different physical strengths.

WAKKA presents: Turbo Experience Station

In co-operation with SPECIALIZED, and  exclusively for Specialized bikes owners, WAKKA offers free charging, and the possibility to rent the Range Extender for different models of Specialized bikes in order to enhance performance and comfort, while increasing distances, along with a 10% discount for food and  drinks at WAKKA Cafe.

Flat tires or  malfunctions are not a problem with us. Immediate bike swap is possible with our comprehensive cycling support. You can always rely on us.

If you get a flat tire, or  have an unexpected malfunction while cycling, WAKKA’s  cycling support will immediately reach you. and give you a courtesy bike – free of charge. In addition, WAKKA offers full support, including our Cycle TAXI for cyclists.
 

E-Moutain bike is also available

For off-road cyclists, we also provide very special electric MTB (mountain bike) from Specialized.

Cycle Transfer

When you are departing from, or arriving to WAKKA, with our cycle taxi you can get your bicycle delivered to your destination by using the same-day delivery service of our cycling support for an additional fee. We can meet all your needs, such as wish to start cycling from another island or abandon any location without cycling.

B-shop OCHI.  We can rely on the best.

B-shop OCHI (Saijo City), a top-class pro shop in Shikoku, carries out regular maintenance on our bikes, so you can always count on the most accurately serviced bikes.

The perfect after cycling

After your ride, you can use WAKKA’s free changing room and shower (discounted price 330 yen for those who rent our bicycles). Furthermore, if you use our Refresh Pack (discounted: 770 yen). Rental clothes, and laundry (wash&dry) are also included in it.

Itineraries

Option 1: Northern half of Omishima
Approximately 2 hours (17km)
A ride to enjoy the Oyamazumi Shrine, the Higai Pass, and the coastline of Sheng leisurely.

Option 2: 1 lap of Omishima
Approximately 3 hours (41km)
Almost the same distance of a full marathon. In addition to the northern half ride, you can enjoy the beautifully undulating coastline, coming across with museums, Tatarashimanami Park (a sanctuary for cyclists), Nonoe and Munakata, where the sunset is the best.

Option 3: Around Ikuchi Island
Approximately 3 hours (40km)
Cross the Tatara Bridge, pass through Lemon Valley, Japan’s most valued lemon producing area, from Sunset Beach to Shiomachi Shopping Street, see various sea objects, Kosanji Temple, and taste genuine gelato. It is a flat, easy-to-run, coastline itinerary that goes around the famous Dolce.

But that’s not all!

The perfect location of Omishima makes this island serve as a hub for the Geiyo Islands. Take a short-distance ferry to Okamura Island, cycle through the Tobishima Kaido (about 40km) to Kure, West of Hiroshima, or take a WAKKA sea taxi to Iwagi Island, Ikina Island, Sashima, and Yuge Island in the east. It is possible to create an infinite numbers of itineraries that begin, but not end with Shimanami Kaido. For instance, discover the “Yumeshima Kaido”, or draw your own itinerary.

SPECIALIZED-Bike shop

If you like our bikes so much after renting it, you can buy the Turbo series E-Bike from Specialized dealers, and through online stores nationwide . If you request, we will give you a QR code to receive benefits when you purchase one.
Price before tax.

DETAILS

PRICE– 4000 yen / 4 hours
– 8,000 yen / 1 day
– 15,000 yen for 2 days and 1 night
Rental hours– 9: 00-18: 00
WAKKA guests: all the time during their stay
What is included– E-Bike (SPECIALIZED Vado SL)
– Accessories (helmet, light, drink holder, lock)
– Insurance
What you need– ID card (driver’s license, insurance card, student ID,   passport, etc.)
– Sport shoes
[good to have]
– Sunglasses (recommended on days with strong
sunlight)
– Gloves
– Padded shorts
ReservationUp tp 1 year in advance
optional– Gel Seat Cover 500yen
– Extra Battery 1,000yen
*Free for those using the all-day plan
AvailableAll Year-round
*Closed on Tuesdays
Height149 cm – 195 cm
Payment methodsCash, various credit cards, various
electronic payments
Cancelation 100% charge on the day of reservation.
Please notify us in advance in case of cancellation.
Precautions – Please follow traffic rules and etiquette while riding.
– If more than one hour has passed since your reserved time, your reservation will be considered canceled. Please contact us if you expect to be late.
– Please cooperate in strictly adhering to the final return time (6:00 PM).
– Any damages or missing items caused by the customer’s negligence will be charged separately.
– Please wear appropriate clothing for cycling.
The following attire is not allowed:
– High heels, thick-soled boots, beach sandals
– Long skirts
– Long coats
– Clothing with wide hems (such as wide-leg pants) may get caught in the bike chain, so please be aware of this in advance.

CONTACT US

On the phone, through SNS, LINE and Facebook .

FAQ

CONSULTATION

In addition to calling, you can also make
requests from SNS such as LINE and Facebook.

TEL:(+81)897-72-8705

OPEN 9:00~18:00 CLOSED Tue.