Rent a decent Carbon Triathlon-bike (Toronto/Durham)

Welcome to BT.

I am not sure were you are locsated but perhaps start with a local LBS that sells Tri bikes...I know that some stores will rent bikes/wheels for races.

Good luck.

What size bike are you looking for?

I have a 54cm P3 I would be willing to rent ya if the dates work.

I'm 45 min north of TO.

PM me if interested.

I would suggest checking out the bike stores right now - some of them have some awesome sales on- you may be able to buy your dream carbon bike at a lower price than you thought possible - that way you would be able to train on the same bike you race on.

There's also the Toronto Bike Show happening the weekend of Oct. 15.

Some really good deals there since retailers don't want to get stuck with excess (aging) inventory all winter.

I would be surprised if retailers rent out high-end carbon bikes.  It's a huge risk on their part - if it gets crashed then it's just spare components.

I second the bike show in TO - GREAT deals to be found there. I'm so bummed I can't get up there this time - I'm running the 1/2 in Detroit.

^^ this.

however, i do know a gent with some bikes to rent. you can contact him via email at kentiger (at) hotmail (dot) com. let him know that mistress k referred you.

cheers!

-k

Excellent full carbon tri bike to rent if you are still interested;

http://toronto.en.craigslist.ca/tor/bik/3133419345.html

Race ready, pristine condition Quntanaroo Lucero Light triathlon bike, previously used by team Canada triathlete at World Championships 2011 Beijing, and multiple national championships (U.S and Canada). Special edition Zipp 404s (2011), used twice in races, tubular sprinters racing tires (allows for extra high pressure-160 Psi to decrease ground friction). The Zipp 404 is an ideal wheel for any level of racing, and for any course, fantastic climbing ability, and the aerodynamic profile allows for excellent speed on the flats and downhills. 

Price is $100 per day, 180 for two days, and 600 for a week rental. At 100per day, the price beats any other triathlon bike renting stores, and the quality of the bike is far superior to any other bikes for rent. The week long (and longer) renting Prior to every rental, bike is serviced free of charge to ensure optimum racing condition.