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Common Questions

Seattle Brewery Tours
& Pub Crawls

Brewery tours & pub crawls are a sure fire way to have a great time in Seattle. However, please be mindful of your surroundings and respectful of the establishments while on your route. Here's some common questions we've been asked before. If you think of any other questions or have any concerns, just get in touch.

  • Where do we meet?

    All rides start and end at 4425 Shilshole ave NW Seattle, Wa 98107. We are just to the right of the 14th ave boat launch and across from the maritime academy.

    Attention brewery tour riders: Please make sure your ride has been confirmed before showing up. You will be notified via email with confirmation and further instructions. The tour is not official until atleast 8 riders have signed up.

  • Does the Cycle Saloon supply food or beverages?

    No. Riders may bring on any permissible food or beverages they wish. We’ve got LOTS of space in the inside roof rack.

  • Can we drink while on the bike?

    Drinking while on the bike is not permitted by the Cycle Saloon under any circumstances. Contrary to popular belief, drinking on the bike is the same as drinking in public and carries all the same consequences under the law if your busted for an open container. Each rider takes full responsibility for their actions and conduct while on the Cycle Saloon.

  • How many people ride? How many pedal?

    The Cycle Saloon carries 16 passengers, plus the driver. There are 5 pedaling seats on each side, plus one non-pedaling seat over the rear wheels. There is also a bench in the back of the Cycle Saloon that seats three, plus one standee spot in the middle for the “dancer”.

  • Who drives & who’s in charge of the Cycle Saloon?

    We always provide a driver. Our insurance provider requires it. If you act in a dangerous manner, you’ll be asked to get off and find you own way home.

    One person on each tour is the "renter" and that person is the only person the driver answers to. Can you imagine 16 people arguing about when to leave the bar? We don’t want our drivers getting in the middle of that!

  • What’s the earliest / latest I can rent the CycleSaloon?

    Hours of operation are generally between 10am and 10pm, unless by special arrangement.

  • What’s the least number of people required to operate the CycleSaloon?

    The CycleSaloon has been pedaled on the flat with a tailwind with three people pedaling, but it isn’t much fun unless you have 8 or more. For the brewery tour we need at least 8 peddlers, so your ride is not confirmed and credit card not charged until we hit the magic number!

  • What’s the fastest the CycleSaloon can go?

    On the flat, the CycleSaloon travels at a maximum speed of approximately five miles per hour.

  • Can the CycleSaloon go up hills?

    Little ones. The CycleSaloon was invented in the Netherlands, where it is very flat. Routes with grades greater than 5-6% for any extended distance may require riders to get off and push. None of the hills on our routes have required pushing (thus far….)

  • Does the CycleSaloon run all year long?

    YES! Although the summer months are our busiest, we love to take cycle saloon rides any time of the year. Check our website and Facebook page to see off season specials.

  • Who can’t ride the CycleSaloon?

    The CycleSaloon has a minimum height requirement of 5’3″ and a maximum weight limit of 300 pounds for each person on the bike seats. The back seat is perfect for those who don’t fit within these height and weight limits.

    All riders must be at least 21 (unless by special arrangement) and provide valid identification. However, the Brewery tour bike has a few adjustable seats! So, those under 5’3 who like beer can finally have a chance at the pedals!

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Waiver & Liability

As you can imagine there is some red tape in making the Cycle Saloon experience possible. We've never had much of an issue, but this is simply to cover all the bases.

  • Why do riders have to sign a waiver?

    While we've never had any serious situations arise from any of our rides, there is always a slim chance someone doesn't follow the guidelines. We ask each rider to sign a waiver to ensure everyone takes responsibilty of their actions. It also is mandatory and keeps the insurance companies happy. :)

  • What’s up with offering bike helmets?

    Riding the CycleSaloon can be a dangerous activity, just like riding any bike. You should have a reasonable expectation that you could possibly fall off and scrape your knee. We offer bike helmets because it’s prudent. You don’t have to wear one, that’s totally up to you. But you do take responsibility if you bump your noggin’.

  • Has anyone fallen off a Cycle Saloon in the past?

    We have never had a problem or anything close to it. In the 10 years that Zwier and Henk have been running 15 beer bikes around Amsterdam, there was only one fairly significant injury. A woman tried to jump off while the CycleSaloon was moving and broke her ankle.

Cancel & Late Fees

Hey stuff happens, we get it. Below are some common questions regarding these type situations.

  • What if I want to cancel or reschedule?

    If for some reason you really need to cancel (we can’t imagine why!), the renter has the choice of receiving a 50% refund or a rain check valid for 3 months, if the cancellation is 30 or more days prior to the tour date. Cancellations less than 30 days will receive a rain check valid for 3 months only. Cancellations less than 14 days. Sorry! No refund or rain check.

  • What if it’s cold, rainy or windy the day of the tour?

    The Cycle Saloon operates rain or shine. We live in Washington – we can handle ANY weather! If severe weather does occur, the Cycle Saloon reserves the right to cancel the tour and offer the renter a rain check. There will be no rain checks offered for rides once begun.

  • What if our ride takes too long?

    You will be charged a late fee if you do not return the CycleSaloon to the starting point on time. The time it takes to complete a tour is up to the people pedaling. The driver doesn’t even pedal. We have test-pedaled our routes and know how long they take.

  • Do you charge damage/Late return deposits?

    Yes, $250 per tour (applies to full bike rental). We reserve the right to charge your credit card following the tour if necessary. Since the CycleSaloon is powered by its passengers, they control the speed at which the tour progresses. For scheduling purposes, however, it is necessary that the tour end within 10 minutes of the scheduled return time. There will be no Damage/Late Deposit charged if the CycleSaloon returns to the starting point on time and undamaged.

    • $40 – 10-15 minutes late
    • $55 – 15-20 minutes late
    • $70 – 20-25 minutes late
    • $85 – 25-30 minutes late
    • $200 – 30-60 minutes late
    • $250/hr – more than 60 minutes late