Urban experiences meets raw Arctic nature
Arctic Touring Bike Rental Gentleman
Bikes for tours ranging from a few hours around the city to multi-day coastal trips - reliable, and comfortable. Model Arctic Touring offers a more upright sitting position in comparison to Speeder and is available with a lower frame.
General information
Tromsø Outdoor offers custom made touring bikes, specially designed for the needs of the cyclists that are willing to discover the North of Norway.
Arctic touring bikes have lower gearing, perfect for climbs, travels with heavier luggage and for people not used to cycling every day. A frame, tires and rims, a stand, mudfenders, a lowrider and a rear rack are extra solid, made for long distance bike touring.
If you look for heavier gearing and higher speed check our Speeder bikes.
Bikes are available in frame sizes from 42cm to 58cm having different frames for ladies and gentlemen.
A rear luggage rack can carry a load up to 35 kg. Bikes are equipped with lowriders.
Arctic Touring bike weighs 15,3 kg.
Bikes are equipped with:
- Shimano Acera derailleurs (3 × 9 speeds, chainwheel 26-36-48, cassette 11-32)
- 160 mm hydraulic disc brakes
- 2 bottle holders (up to 3 on request)
- reflexes and lights.
We recommend our guests to bring spare batteries. We care for environment and our customers’ safety therefore we do not include spare batteries as we do not have any possibility to control if they they are good for use or empty.
Also included in the rental: a helmet, bike lock, repair set with patch kit, necessary keys for adjustments, replacement tube, pump, lights (mounted on a helmet) and a reflective vest.
In addition you can rent:
- bike bags: rear, front and for the handle bar (handle bar holder follow bags)
- bike cargo and child trailers
- afterbike
- bike racks for tow bars/roof racks
We offer also hotel delivery/pick up in Tromsø and transfer of bikes to any Hurtiboat harbour along the coast between Kirkenes and Bergen (click to open).
TIPS ON WHERE TO GO FOR A RIDE (click to open)
SIZE GUIDE:
42 cm XS - user height - 160 cm
46 cm S - user height 155 - 170 cm
50 cm M - user height 161 – 180 cm
55 cm L- user height 171 - 190 cm
58 cm XL- user height 185cm
Note: Arctic Touring models feel slightly larger than Speeders in the same size.
It is usually possible to ride a bike one size up or down from the recommended size, but if you are in doubts order rather bike in smaller size.
You can also find the Merida bikes frame size calculator here:
https://www.merida-bikes.com/en/p/service/find-your-frame-size-225.html
Model of bike, trekking Crossway FTS.
Please contact us at [email protected] if the bike you wish to book is unavailable - we will check on alternatives for you.
1 day of rental = any period up to 24 hours.
About Tromsø Outdoor
At Tromsø Outdoor, everything we do is driven by our passion for nature, our love for Tromsø, and an active outdoor lifestyle.
At Tromsø Outdoor, everything we do is driven by our passion for nature, our love for Tromsø, and an active outdoor lifestyle.
We are focused on good equipment, local development, a healthy work environment, professional advice, and creating time for friends and family. We do what we love – and we share that lifestyle with our guests. Our specialty is guiding authentic outdoor Activities in Tromsø and around.
About Us
Founded in 2006, Tromsø Outdoor has grown from a one-person operation into a company with 15 permanent employees. Since 2021, we have proudly held the Eco-Lighthouse (Miljøfyrtårn) certification – Norway’s most widely used environmental management system. This certification equips us with the tools to continuously improve our environmental performance and reduce our impact on nature.
Guided Activities
We offer small-group tours designed as soft adventures, making them accessible to everyone – from families and beginners to skilled explorers.
Summer (June – September):
- Explore Tromsø by e-bike
Winter (November – April):
- Guided snowshoe trips (easy family tours or more demanding hikes on Kvaløya)
- Cross-country skiing (beginner-friendly ski courses)
- Guided e-fatbike trip for adventurous cyclists.
On request, we also create tailored offers for groups
Rental Centre
For those who prefer to explore on their own, our Tromsø Outdoor Rental Centre provides everything you need for your adventure. Our equipment selection includes:
- 300+ bicycles (including fatbikes and e-fatbikes with studded tires)
- Cross-country skis, snowshoes, randonee skis, and splitboards
- Avalanche safety equipment
- Winter clothes and boots
- Camping gear, reindeer skins, headlamps, tripods, and more
Our team is always happy to help you find the right gear and share local tips to make your stay memorable.
Plan Your Adventure
Visit www.tromsooutdoor.no for inspiration, tips, and practical advice for cycling, skiing, snowshoeing, splitboarding, and camping.