Terms and Conditions for Sweet Rides OBX (rideobx.com)
Effective Date: May 30, 2025
Welcome to Sweet Rides OBX (“we,” “us,” or “Company”), operating as rideobx.com. By booking a bike rental, you (“Customer” or “you”) agree to these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”). These Terms govern your rental and use of bikes and related equipment (“Equipment”). Please read them carefully before booking.
1. Agreement to Terms
By checking the box at checkout or confirming your booking, you accept these Terms, including the Waiver and Release in Section 6. If you do not agree, you cannot rent from us.
2. Rental Process
Booking: Rentals are subject to availability. We may refuse or cancel bookings at our discretion.
Delivery & Return: We deliver and pick up Equipment at your specified Outer Banks location. You must make Equipment available for pickup at the agreed time.
Rental Period: Starts at delivery and ends at pickup, as booked. Extensions require approval and may incur extra fees.
Condition: Inspect Equipment upon delivery and report issues to (252) 619-8329 within 1 hour. Otherwise, it’s deemed accepted as-is.
3. Payments & Fees
Payment: Full payment is due at booking via credit card. Cash may be accepted for phone bookings at delivery.
Damages/Loss: You’re liable for damage beyond normal wear or loss/theft of Equipment. Fees will reflect repair or replacement costs, with an itemized invoice provided.
Late Returns: Late returns incur a daily fee based on our standard rates.
Cancellations: Cancel 24+ hours before delivery for a full refund; within 24 hours, refunds are at our discretion.
4. Equipment Use
Safety: Use Equipment lawfully and safely. Riders under 16 must wear helmets per North Carolina law; all riders are urged to do so.
Restrictions: No racing, stunts, riding under the influence, carrying passengers, or modifying Equipment.
Beach Use: Fat tire e-cruisers may be used on beaches, but you assume all risks of uneven terrain.
Local Compliance: You must comply with all local ordinances, including restrictions on beach or trail usage.
5. Liability
Your Risk: Cycling has risks (e.g., injury, death, property damage). You accept these risks by renting.
Our Limit: We’re not liable for injury, death, or damage from Equipment use, even if due to our negligence, to the fullest extent allowed by law.
Indemnity: You’ll cover any claims, damages, or legal fees we face from your Equipment use, including third-party claims.
6. Waiver and Release
WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY
By agreeing to these Terms, you confirm:
You understand cycling risks (injury, death, damage) and assume them voluntarily.
You release Sweet Rides OBX, its owners, staff, and agents (“Releasees”) from all liability for injury, death, or damage, even if caused by their negligence.
You won’t sue Releasees and will indemnify them against claims, including legal costs, arising from your use.
For minors, a parent/guardian agrees to this on their behalf.
This waiver is as broad as legally permitted under North Carolina law.
7. Insurance
We don’t provide insurance for your liability or Equipment damage. We suggest your own coverage (e.g., personal liability or renters’ insurance).
Our liability insurance doesn’t extend to your risks or losses.
8. Minors
Renters must be 18+. Minors need parent/guardian consent and supervision. Guardians are liable for minors’ actions and damages.
9. Disputes
Disputes go to mediation in Dare County, North Carolina, before any lawsuit. Each side pays its own legal fees unless a court rules otherwise.
10. Governing Law
North Carolina law governs these Terms. Legal actions must be filed in Dare County courts.
11. Privacy
Your data is handled per our Privacy Policy at [rideobx.com/privacy-policy]. Booking consents to rental-related texts/emails.
12. Changes
We may update these Terms anytime. The latest version is at rideobx.com. Continued rentals mean you accept changes.
12. Compliance with Regulations
Sweet Rides LLC, operating as Sweet Rides OBX (rideobx.com), is licensed by the State of North Carolina and complies with all applicable local regulations.
Contact Information
Questions? Reach us at:
Email: george@rideobx.com
Phone: (252) 619-8329
By booking, you agree to these Terms, including the Waiver and Release, ensuring a clear understanding of your rights and obligations.