We have to have the legal stuff. Below you will find the rental agreement and the liability waiver. Please read these documents as it will be part of your rental terms you must agree to in order to rent one of our products. Also please note, renters must be 18 years or older and have a valid credit card. Riders must be 16 years old and have a parent that agrees to the terms of the rental agreement.
PETE AND OLLIE’S E-RIDES
E-BIKE RENTAL AGREEMENT
IMPORTANT: Please Read! By completing this transaction, you agree to the following:
This E-Bike Rental Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered into by and between Pete and Ollie’s E-Rides (“Company”) and the (“Renter”).
1. Cancellation Policy For Rented Items: Cancellations made 48 hours or more before pick-up will receive a full refund less a $10 processing fee per bike. Cancellations made less than 48 hours before pick-up will receive a refund less $25 processing fee per bike.
Rental Items may require a Security Deposit of up to the item value at time of pick-up
2. Rental Equipment
Any part of your rental that includes an Electric Bike, Battery Charger, Helmet, Buddy Seats, Baskets, and/or any additional rental equipment not specifically mentioned in this agreement.
3. Rental Period and Charges
Rental period begins at scheduled pick-up time and ends at scheduled drop-off time up. All charges are noted on the invoice. Charges will include a refundable damage deposit up to the value of the equipment being rented. Deposit will only be refunded upon return of the equipment in undamaged condition.
4. Renter Responsibilities
Renter agrees that the Equipment will be used only by the person accepting this Agreement unless Company gives prior written approval for another rider. Renter accepts full responsibility for the Equipment from pickup until return and inspection by Company.
• Renter will not allow any unauthorized rider to use the Equipment.
• Renter will not operate the Equipment while under the influence of alcohol, illegal drugs, marijuana, or any medication that impairs judgment or operation.
• Renter will obey traffic laws, posted trail or property rules, and all Company instructions.
• Renter will not use the Equipment for racing, jumping, stunts, towing, or any reckless or abusive purpose.
• Renter will stop using the Equipment immediately and notify Company if any mechanical or safety issue develops.
• Renter will secure the Equipment when unattended and return all items issued with the rental.
5. Damage, Loss, Theft, and Late Return
Renter is responsible for any damage to, loss of, or theft of the Equipment during the rental period, including damage caused by crash, misuse, water exposure, improper charging, vandalism, or failure to secure the Equipment. Renter authorizes Company to charge the payment method on file for rental charges, late fees, cleaning fees, pickup or recovery costs, repair costs, replacement costs, and any unpaid balance due under this Agreement.
If Equipment is returned late, Renter agrees to pay the applicable late fee. If Equipment is not returned as agreed and Company cannot secure prompt return, Company may treat the Equipment as unlawfully retained or stolen and may report the matter to law enforcement.
6. No Warranties; Indemnification
Except as required by law, the Equipment is rented “as is.” Company makes no warranties, express or implied, including any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Renter agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Company, its owners, agents, employees, and affiliates from claims, demands, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and attorney fees arising from Renter’s use or misuse of the Equipment, breach of this Agreement, or injury or property damage caused during the rental period.
7. Governing Law and Entire Agreement
This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of Indiana. Any dispute arising from this Agreement shall be brought in a court of competent jurisdiction in Jackson County, Indiana, unless Company elects another proper Indiana venue. This Agreement, together with any signed waiver, booking confirmation, or checkout form, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties.
8. Acknowledgment
Upon acceptance of these terms, Renter acknowledges that Renter has read this Agreement, understands it, and agrees to be bound by it.
PETE AND OLLIE’S E-RIDES
Assumption of Risk, Waiver, and Release of Liability
Please read carefully. This document affects your legal rights.
In consideration of being allowed to rent, possess, and use an electric bicycle and related equipment from Pete and Ollie’s E-Rides (“Company”), I, the undersigned participant (“Rider”), agree as follows:
1. Acknowledgment of Risks
I understand that riding an e-bike involves inherent and other risks that may result in property damage, serious injury, illness, paralysis, or death. These risks include, but are not limited to, falls; collisions with vehicles, pedestrians, animals, fixed objects, or other riders; roadway, trail, gravel, pavement, shoulder, bridge, or terrain hazards; weather conditions; reduced visibility; rider error; brake failure or other mechanical malfunction; battery or electrical issues; negligence of other persons; and my own negligence or failure to follow instructions.
2. Ability to Participate
I represent that I am physically able to operate an e-bike, that I know how to ride a bicycle or have received enough instruction to do so safely, and that I will operate the Equipment in a careful and lawful manner.
3. Helmet and Safe Operation
I understand that Company recommends and expects helmet use at all times. I agree to wear a properly fitted helmet while riding, inspect the e-bike before use, obey traffic laws and posted rules, avoid riding while impaired, distracted, or fatigued, and stop riding immediately if I notice a mechanical or safety issue.
4. Assumption of Risk
I voluntarily assume all risks, known and unknown, foreseeable and unforeseeable, related to my rental, possession, and use of the e-bike and related equipment.
5. Release and Waiver
To the fullest extent permitted by law, I release, waive, and discharge Company and its owners, officers, employees, agents, volunteers, contractors, successors, and assigns (“Released Parties”) from any and all claims, demands, causes of action, damages, losses, costs, or expenses of any kind arising out of or related to my rental or use of the e-bike or related equipment; my presence on roads, trails, parking areas, loading areas, or other riding locations; or any personal injury, death, or property damage, even if caused in whole or in part by the ordinary negligence of a Released Party, except to the extent prohibited by applicable law.
6. Indemnification and Medical Treatment
I agree to indemnify and hold harmless the Released Parties from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, costs, and attorney fees arising out of or related to my conduct, my use of the Equipment, or my breach of Company rules or agreements.
I consent to emergency medical treatment if necessary. I understand that Company has no duty to provide medical insurance or pay medical expenses on my behalf. I am responsible for any medical costs I incur.
7. Governing Law; Severability
This Release shall be governed by the laws of the State of Indiana. If any part of this Release is held unenforceable, the remainder shall remain enforceable to the fullest extent permitted by law.
8. Acknowledgment
I have carefully read this document. I understand that I am giving up important legal rights, including the right to sue in certain circumstances. I agree to this document voluntarily and without reliance on any statement not contained in this document.