AAA Now Offers Bicycle Roadside Assistance

AAA OFFERS TOWING FOR YOUR BIKE

One of the wonderful aspects of a bicycle is the freedom it provides to explore great distances, often riding far away from our starting point. While we usually prepare for the possibility of flat tires or minor repairs on the road, what do we do when our reliable bicycle becomes disabled? This unfortunate situation has happened to many of us, and if you ride frequently, it's likely to occur at some point.

Typically, when faced with a disabled bicycle and no immediate assistance available, we resort to calling a friend or family member for help. But what if that option isn't available? Of course, you could try calling an Uber or Lyft and convince them to transport your bicycle, but there might be a better solution that you've already paid for. Surprisingly, AAA (American Automobile Association) offers Bicycle Roadside Assistance as part of their AAA Emergency Road Service, at no additional cost to your membership.

How AAA Helps Stranded Cyclists Get Home Safely

Whether you have a flat tire, a broken chain, or your bicycle gets damaged in a collision with a vehicle, object, or pothole, AAA Bicycle Roadside Assistance is there to help you 24/7, 365 days a year. AAA will come to your rescue and transport you and your disabled bike to a safe location as quickly and comfortably as possible, for distances of up to 20 miles depending on your membership's level of coverage. The best part is that you don't even need to sign up for this benefit—it's already included in your AAA plan. Given the poor condition of some public roads and the increasing risk of damage and flats, AAA's coverage can be incredibly useful if you're already a member or considering becoming one.

AAA Bicycle Roadside Assistance is designed to assist you roadside by transporting you and your bicycle to a repair shop, your home, or another safe location. This initial step aims to get you and your bike back on the road. Remember that the distance covered by the service depends on your membership level.

Exclusions to the Service

It's important to note that AAA's Bicycle Roadside Assistance has some limitations. They won't repair your disabled bike, cover bicycle storage, break or cut locks on an inaccessible bicycle, provide reimbursement for an impounded bicycle, or offer off-road service in areas that emergency assistance vehicles cannot safely access. Additionally, they do not cover transportation due to rider fatigue. So, whatever you do, don't attempt a long ride, exhaust yourself, and expect AAA to drive you all the way home with a perfectly good-functioning bike. Currently, this service is only available for traditional pedal bikes and not e-bikes.

Why Choose AAA's Bicycle Roadside Service?

As surprising as AAA's Bicycle Roadside Service may be, we reached out to them to confirm its validity, and indeed, it's a real thing! They will drive you to a safe location, whether it's your home, a local bicycle repair shop, or another designated place, according to the distances specified in your level of service. We recommend contacting your local AAA office to verify if the service is available in your area and to inquire about any specific limitations. And, as always, ride safely, be visible, and obey the law!

To learn more about AAA's bicycle roadside assistance and if it is offered in your area, contact your local AAA office.

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