Ultimate Guide To Road Bike Hire In Mallorca
Mallorca has earned its reputation as one of the best road cycling destinations in Europe, and honestly, it might be the best full stop. With smooth tarmac, epic climbs and coastal scenery, it’s no surprise the island has become a favourite for amateur cyclists, clubs, and even professional teams.
Whether you’re planning a relaxed autumn Mallorca trip or an intense training camp, one thing is almost guaranteed, you’ll get far more out of your trip if you choose road bike hire in Mallorca rather than trying to bring your own bike.
Where you stay and where you collect your bike can shape your entire trip. Different parts of Mallorca offer different riding styles, from mountain climbs and coastal routes to flatter endurance loops. This guide breaks down the best locations for road bike hire in Mallorca, helping you choose the ideal base for your cycling holiday.
Why Road Bike Hire In Mallorca Is the Smartest Option
Many riders debate whether they should fly with their own bike or simply arrange road bike hire in Mallorca once they arrive. Bringing your bike can feel like the best option at first, especially if you’re used to your own setup, but it often comes with extra stress, extra cost, and a lot more hassle than people expect. Between airline bike fees, oversized baggage rules, packing the bike correctly, and the risk of damage in transit (or the bike not even making it on the plane - yes we've seen that many times!), travelling with a bike can quickly turn into a headache before your holiday has even started.
That’s why hiring a road bike in Mallorca is such a popular choice. It removes the travel complications completely and gives you the freedom to arrive, collect your bike, and get straight out on the roads. You also benefit from riding everything from a well maintained road bike, to a top of the range bike. If you’re visiting Mallorca for a week of riding, hiring a road bike is usually the simplest, most efficient, and most enjoyable way to experience everything the island has to offer.
Where To Ride in Mallorca
Where you stay and where you collect your bike can shape your entire trip. Different parts of Mallorca offer different riding styles, from mountain climbs and coastal routes to flatter endurance loops. This guide breaks down the best locations for road bike hire in Mallorca, helping you choose the ideal base for your cycling holiday.
Road Bike Hire Pollensa Mallorca, The Classic Cycling Hub
When people picture road cycling in Mallorca, they’re often imagining the north of the island, and that’s where road bike hire Pollensa Mallorca comes in. Port Pollensa is one of the most popular cycling bases, especially for riders who want access to Mallorca’s most iconic routes.
Pollensa is ideally located for mountain rides and scenic coastal routes. It offers quick access to the Tramuntana mountains, and it’s close to legendary rides like Cap de Formentor and Sa Calobra. Many cyclists choose Pollensa because it feels like a proper cycling town, with plenty of bike friendly cafés, group riders, and a strong cycling atmosphere throughout the season.
If you’re planning a serious cycling trip, or you want to stay in the heart of Mallorca’s road cycling culture, Pollensa is one of the best areas to base yourself. We have plenty of bike hire available in Port Pollensa and we can provide everything from top of the range road bikes with DI2 electronic gearing for your Mallorca ride, all the way through to gravel bikes and e-bikes. We can provide bike hire directly to your hotel, if you're staying in one of our 2 cycling friendly hotels that offer this, or we will pair you with a bike that you can pick up in store.
Road Bike Hire Palma Mallorca, Ideal for City Convenience and Scenic Climbs
If you want the perfect mix of cycling and lifestyle, road bike hire in Palma Mallorca is a fantastic choice. Palma is the island’s capital, so it’s one of the easiest places to access after landing. It also has a wide selection of cycling routes heading in multiple directions, making it a strong base for riders who want variety and are only on the island for a short time.
Cycling from Palma, you can quickly reach some of the most famous west coast roads, including routes towards Valldemossa, Deià, and Sóller. These rides offer incredible scenery and steady climbs, ideal for riders looking for a challenge without committing to the more remote parts of the island. Palma is also great if you want cafés, restaurants, and nightlife after your rides, which is why many cyclists choose it for shorter breaks.
If you're heading west, make sure you ride the MA10 from Andratx. You can read about the first section in our Andratx to Pollensa Cycling Route. If you want the flatlands, head east and for a challenge take on the Coll de Randa.
Hiring a Road Bike for Mallorca’s Tramuntana Climbs (Sa Calobra and More)
Road cycling in the Tramuntana mountains is one of the highlights of any Mallorca cycling trip, offering some of the most challenging and scenic routes on the island. From the famous hairpins of Sa Calobra, to the steady gradients of Coll de Sóller and the long, demanding ascent of Puig Major, this region is a dream for cyclists who love climbing and dramatic landscapes. The smooth mountain roads, quiet stretches, and breathtaking coastal views make cycling in the Tramuntana ideal for experienced riders and anyone looking to test themselves on iconic climbs. For riders planning multiple days in the mountains, staying in Sóller town or Port de Sóller is one of the smartest choices, as both locations provide direct access to these classic routes. Choosing road bike hire in Port de Sóller or Sóller allows you to ride high quality bikes with suitable climbing gearing fro the mountains and you'll be able to pick them up easily from close to your hotel.
Are E-Road Bikes Available For Hire in Mallorca?
Yes, e-road bikes are available for hire in Mallorca, and they are becoming an increasingly popular choice for cyclists who want to experience the island’s famous routes without the full physical demands of traditional climbing. E-road bike hire in Mallorca is ideal for riders tackling the best road cycling climbs in Mallorca where extra assistance can make long days in the saddle far more enjoyable. Many of our community choose electric road bike hire in Mallorca when travelling in mixed-ability groups, riding as a couple with different fitness levels, or returning to cycling after time away from training. With lightweight frames, discreet motors, and road-style geometry, modern e-road bikes still feel fast and responsive while providing support on steep gradients. For anyone planning a road cycling holiday that balances performance, scenery, and enjoyment, choosing e-road bike hire in Mallorca can be a smart and flexible option.
What Type of Gearing is Available in Mallorca For Bike Hire?
A full carbon road bike in Mallorca goes without saying but what will be gearing be? Simply put, we have lots of different set ups depending on whether you want a fairly aggressive geometry or something a little more comfortable.
If you're looking to train or looking to push yourself on Mallorca's favourite climbs, we have the perfect bike for you. A full carbon frame with Shimano Ultegra 12 Speed 8170 Di2 Disc with a 50/34 or a 52/34 and 28mm tyres will allow you to ride aggressively on the ascents and descents of Mallorca.
If you're a little less concerned about weight and race setup, we have more conservatively setup bikes, all fully carbon with Shimano 105, discs and the option of mechanical or electronic shifting.
Here at Love Velo, we recommend the upgrade to electronic gearing when you hire your road bike in Mallorca. The price differntial has fallen dramatically and many bikes now come with electronic shifting as standard. If you don't have that on your bike at home, it's a great feature to try, although make sure you are familiar with charging the gears. You don't want the shifters to run out of battery as otherwise you're in for a ride in whatever gear your bike was in when the battery ran out!
Disc Brakes Or Rim Brakes for my Mallorca Bike Hire?
There was a time when disc brakes were almost impossible to hire in Mallorca, now they are almost standard on most road bike hire in Mallorca. Disc brakes allow you to stop almost instantly and we think that they're great for the Mallorcan roads and routes.
They allow much greater control and where weather is concerned, the disc brake will provide a more consistent and stopping force. The sharper stopping power of disc brakes also means that you will be required to use less force on the lever. That is a huge advantage when it comes to long rides and descents as you will be less fatigued as you won't be required to be continuously pulling on the lever.
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How do Road Bikes That Are Hired in Mallorca Get Fitted?
Our advice here is to ignore your frame size of your bike at home, unless you plan on hiring the exact same bike. Frame sizes are different among manufacturers so instead, let Love Velo fit you to your bike in accordance with your height. This is the most fulproof way of ensuring the frame size fits you and from there, you can make any adjustments to the saddle or stem.
Are Other Bikes Available in Mallorca?
Yes, we have a variety of hybrid style bikes including leisure style, city touring bikes as well as bikes with panniers and e-bikes. We will be able to deliver most of these bikes to your hotel too so just ask when you make your enquiry with us.
Top Tips For Hiring a Bike in Mallorca
- Book road bike hire in Mallorca early if you’re travelling in peak cycling season, especially Spring and Autumn. The period between mid Aprila and mid May as well as mid September and mid October is increidbly busy and these bikes will need to be booked far in advance to make sure you have the best choic of the bike you want to ride.
- Watch out for any events in Mallorca that may limit road bike hire. For example, the Mallorca 312 which occurs on the last weekend in April as well the Mallorca ironman in early May, means there will be thousands of people on the island, many of whom will be hiring a bike. If you want to hire a bike for this time of year or for these events, you need to do it almost a year in advance.
- Choose the right bike type for your riding plans, whether that’s endurance, aero, lightweight climbing, or e-road bike hire Mallorca
- Check what’s included with your Mallorca road bike hire, such as pedals, spare tubes, pump, and tools
- Pick a hire location close to your base, such as Palma, Alcudia, Pollensa, or Port de Sóller, to maximise riding time. You can check our booking widget which has live availability and live pricing in each of these locations.
Inspect the bike before your first ride, checking brakes, tyres, and shifting for smooth performance
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