While we always try our best to accommodate walk-ins, reservations are highly recommended! Weekends during the summer and fall seasons book up very quickly. Reserving online ensures your equipment is prepped and waiting for you when you arrive.

We are a small shop with a limited inventory, so we have a strict cancellation policy. We will only issue a refund if you cancel more than 30 days before your reservation, or if you cancel more than 15 days before your reservation AND within 24 hours of originally booking.

We do not cancel for light rain. We will only cancel reservations if there are dangerous weather conditions (lightning, high winds, tornadoes). In the event you cannot make your reservation, please contact us and, at our discretion, we may be able to issue a credit to move your reservation to another time.

For more details, please review our full cancellation policy here.

We recommend dressing comfortably in layers and checking the local weather forecast. For e-biking, closed-toe shoes are strongly recommended. For kayaking, wear clothes you don’t mind getting a little splashed, and consider bringing a hat, sunglasses with a strap, and sunscreen.

We love dogs! Well-behaved dogs are generally welcome to join you on our kayak and paddleboard rentals. Unfortunately, for safety reasons, dogs cannot ride on or run alongside the e-bikes.

We offer four distinct e-bike models to suit your ride:

• Beach Cruiser (500w): Easy step-through frame, great for paved trails and comfortable cruising up to 20mph.
• Fat Tire (750w): Extra traction for varied terrain with plenty of power.
• Small Fat Tire (500w): Perfect for riders 5’0″ – 5’7″, offering great stability and power.
• Specter-S (1000w mid-drive): Our premium downhill fat tire bike with full suspension. “Legally Bombed – More POWER!” Hits cruising speeds up to 28mph.

Absolutely! The vineyard trip is one of our most popular self-guided tours. The Driftless Region’s rolling hills make for a scenic ride, and our e-bikes provide the power you need to conquer the inclines with ease.

For safety reasons and to ensure optimal performance of the electric motors, our e-bikes have a strict weight limit of 300 lbs. Riders must be at least 16 years old to operate an e-bike independently, and must be tall enough to safely flat-foot the bike (generally 5’1″ and up, depending on the model).

Our e-bikes have a range of 20+ miles on a single charge, which is more than enough for all of our recommended routes and the entire Galena River Trail! If you do manage to drain the battery, the bike will still function perfectly as a traditional, heavy-duty bicycle—you’ll just have to pedal the rest of the way.

Because our e-bikes are equipped with powerful rear hub motors and specialized frames, we cannot attach aftermarket child seats or trailers to our rental fleet.

We highly recommend the Galena River for kayaking and paddleboarding. It’s the only river we offer service on, ensuring you have the best possible experience exploring the historic waterways of the Driftless Region.

Our Council Hill kayaking trip begins with a shuttle ride from our shop to the launch point at the Council Hill Road bridge. From there, you’ll enjoy a beautiful, extended paddle down the Galena River all the way back to our dock in downtown Galena.

Yes! We provide Coast Guard-approved life vests (PFDs) and high-quality paddles with every single rental. Safety gear is fully included in your rental price.

Our kayaks are incredibly stable, recreational-style boats designed for flatwater paddling. The Galena River is extremely calm with a very slow current. While tipping is always a possibility in paddlesports, it is very rare on the Galena River, making it perfect for beginners and families.

No! We provide all the necessary rods, reels, tackle, and bait for your guided fishing trip. However, you are always welcome to bring your own favorite rod if you prefer.

Yes. All anglers must possess a valid Illinois fishing license, which can easily be purchased online before your trip.

To preserve the incredible local fishery in the Driftless Region, our guided fishing trips are strictly catch-and-release. Our guides will gladly help you safely handle the fish and snap some great photos before releasing them back into the water!