Our Story
RideTHISbike began as a phoenix after Hurricane Katrina—born from New Orleans’ grit, music, and love of the open road. We’ve grown into the French Quarter’s neighborhood bicycle shop: sales, service, rentals, and tours—with e-bikes leading the way.
We believe bikes connect people: to their city, to each other, and to freedom. You’ll find real advice here—no hard sell—because we want you riding the right bike for years, not weeks. Beyond the shop, we share New Orleans with visitors through BuZz NOLA tours and rentals, and we publish practical riding tips and local updates in our Newsletter.
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At a Glance
- Founded: Post-Katrina, New Orleans
- Home Base: 223 Dauphine St, French Quarter
- Focus: E-bikes, folding bikes, service, tours & rentals
- Financing: Synchrony, EPIC FCU, UCFS (details on product pages)
- Values: Honest advice, service, community, faith-rooted respect
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Roots & Milestones
- 2005–2007: Rebuilding after Katrina; RideTHISbike launches with a service-first mindset.
- 2010s: Folding bikes & commuter expertise; community rides and local partnerships grow.
- 2020s: E-bikes lead the way; BuZz NOLA expands tours & rentals for visitors and locals.