Marketing executive Jamie Nicole recently tried Helloride for the first time at East Coast Park.
“I think I’ll continue using shared bikes. They’re more widely available across the country and they’re cheaper as well,” she said.
The 27-year-old acknowledged that bicycle quality could be inconsistent. While the bicycle she rented came with a basket and phone holder, the one her boyfriend used was more worn and lacked those features.
“But all we had to do was stop and get a new one at the next parking zone we saw. If I rented a bike from a shop and it broke down halfway, I would have to carry it all the way back.”
Some cyclists continue to support rental shops despite the higher prices. Mr Dan Heng said he still gravitates towards rental bikes at East Coast Park and Pasir Ris Park out of nostalgia, and added that staff can quickly replace a faulty bicycle.
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