Like she has to, anyways, the checkout is swift and merciless. Beauford departs with some socks and some little figurines for gifts, and Dinah gets one of 2 of her plush octopi, along with a cheap little drawstring backpack.

The walk to the bike rental shop is only about a block away. And the paperwork for two rentals is quickly filled out by Beauford.

"You got any preference? I'd recommend something with at least 3 different gear speeds."