When I, arrived to Amsterdam in 2001, having ridden a CCM Heat from Canadian Tire for most of my teens, I was shocked by the bicycle culture.  It was amazing.  It was also a ‘get out of the bike lane or you will get run over’ type of vibe; all to say, it was real.  

When I got back to Toronto, I immediately started to search for a Dutch bike on Cragislist.  My first Dutch bike was a 90s Azor Jersey – a sick bike!  I never looked back.  For me, a Dutch bike is intuitive… the upright and therefore safe riding position, the weather resistant components and accessories, and of course, the durability and size!  

In 2014, I became a father and my love for Dutch bikes had manifested – I had the perfect bike to seat up my infant child.  Seven years later, we still ride!  Maquis now rides on the Polisport Guppy Junior, which is available for rent.  Riding together has shaped our experiences and perspectives.  It’s truly a love affair that has filled our lives with activity, freedom, and joy!  

And so why Fleet?  When visiting other cities (Vancouver, Montreal, etc.), we were never able to rent the kind of bike and child’s seat that we wanted for our experience at a price that made sense to us.  So we decided to create that kind of experience and make it as accessible as possible!  Fleet is a reflection of our love, passion, and politics. 

Look forward to connecting and meeting you, Elvis