By Leigh Ann Gutierrez
[MANDEVILLE] – Kickstand Café and Bike Rental is a business located in Old Mandeville that not only sells food, but also rents out bicycles. Kickstand Café is conveniently located along the Tammany Trace, a scenic paved trail that provides a safe place for bicyclists to ride.
Kickstand Café employee Rachel Sawyer says the business brings in a lot of customers because of its location. “Many people take a break from riding the trace to come in for breakfast or lunch,” says Sawyer.
Kickstand Cafe and Bike Rental is a one stop shop for good food and bike rentals.The Tammany Trace serves not only bicyclists but also joggers, pedestrians, roller-bladers and more. The trace consists of a 28-mile radius that goes through Slidell, Lacombe, Mandeville, Abita Springs and Covington.
The trace is often used for recreation and exercise, but it is also a hot spot for nature lovers. Various bayous and rivers can be seen from the trace. Many birds and animals that live nearby can also be spotted, as the trace is a wildlife conservation area.
In addition to being located near the Tammany Trace, Kickstand Café is also located near other local landmarks. Across the street is the Mandeville Trailhead, a park that hosts many events such as concerts and the Saturday Community Market.
“Many customers come and rent bicycles on Saturday mornings after they visit the Trailhead’s community market,” says Sawyer.
Kickstand Cafe and Bike Rental is conveniently located next to the Tammany Trace and Mandeville Trailhead.The Saturday Community Market is a gathering of several vendors who sell a variety of items such as fresh vegetables, handcrafted jewelry and art. There is also live music played on stage during market hours. The market is open every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Kickstand Café also brings in many customers who enjoy laid-back bicycle rides along Lake Pontchartrain. The business is located just a few short miles from the historic lakefront. The paved path along the lake is a favorite location for pedestrians, pets and bicyclists in Old Mandeville.
Kickstand Café consists of a two-story building with the café located upstairs. The café serves breakfast items, sandwiches, salads, wraps, paninis and more. The downstairs serves frozen treats such as ice cream and sno-balls. Bicycle rentals and bicycle accessories can also be purchased downstairs.
Rentals cost $7 for one hour, $12 for two hours, $15 for four hours and $20 for eight hours for adults. Rentals for youths are $6 for one hour, $10 for two hours, $12 for four hours and $18 for eight hours. Baby trailers are also available to rent. Group rates are available for parties of 10 or more.
Various bicycles including Schwinns and Huffys are available for rental at Kickstand Cafe and Bike Rental.Accessories available for purchase include gloves, bicycle helmets and seats, chains, tire-tubes, water bottle holders, air pumps and water bottles.
Kickstand Café is located at 690 Lafitte St. in Old Mandeville. The upstairs café is open everyday from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. except Sunday and Tuesday. The downstairs bike rental is open everyday except Tuesday; downstairs hours are 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. For more information, call the store at 985-646-9300.
Mandeville sunset on the lakefront during a higher-than-average tide. Fountainbleu State Park can be seen in the distance.
Video by Leigh Ann Gutierrez.
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