Thinking about selling your bike?
Whether you're thinking about selling your bike, or thinking about finding your new summer ride the Bike Swap is the best place to start.
If you're not sure where to start, or confused about how the swap works we gathered some helpful information to guide you through the process.
Selling your bike.
If you're thinking about selling your bike, the Bike Swap is the best place to get your bike sold.
“I’m thinking about selling my bike”
You’re in the right place! Rather than putting some pictures of your bike on the web and hoping for the best, you can bring your bike in and leave the rest to us.
First steps
Bring your bike to your nearest Skiis & Biikes store on the Thursday or Friday before May 28 and our staff will collect your contact information and make record of which bike is yours.
Name your price
You pick the price! If you’re not sure or don’t know where to start we’re happy to help by suggesting a fair selling price.
The bike swap will run during store hours May 28-29. We will have all bikes ready to take home day of so if you're in the market to buy get there early.
After the Bike Swap
The Bike Swap has come and gone, what now?
We've made the process following the bike swap convenient and simple so you don't have to worry.
Your bike was sold.
Get 100% of your selling price in Store credit when your bike sells. Don’t want store credit? We’ll send you a cheque for 80% of the selling price.
Your bike didn't get sold.
If your bike doesn’t sell you can pick it up the following Monday or Tuesday after the swap.
Next Steps
Accessories and Aftercare.
Now that you've got a new ride keep it riding like brand new with some must have accessories and tools.
Shop Hydration Shop Bike Tools Shop Bike Lights Shop Bike Bells Shop Bike Locks Shop Bike Pumps
Or you can schedule a Bike tune up to ensure your new ride is in top shape. We have a wide variety of packages to fit your needs. Click the link below for more info.
FAQs
Why sell your bike with us?
We do all the leg work, just drop your bike off and we'll take care of the rest. We check over the bike before sale, ensuring it's in good condition and ready for sale.
Why buy a used bike at the swap?
You can have the peace of mind that you're getting your money's worth. You get the same top notch, safe and positive service you can expect at Skiis and Biikes. We accept all standard forms of payment so you don't have to break your piggy bank and you can enjoy your new ride knowing you saved a bike from ending up in the trash.
How should I prepare my bike?
Just bring it in and we'll take care of the rest.
Are there bikes that can't be swapped?
Bikes submitted to the swap must have a value of $300 or more to qualify.
What if my bike doesn't sell?
Simply pick up your bike the following Tuesday.
How will I know the status of my bike?
We'll send you an email update on either the Sunday or Monday following the swap.
Can I pick up my bike after Tuesday?
Any bikes left past Tuesday May 2nd will be charged a $40.00 Storage fee, bikes left past Friday May 5th will no long be stored.
See You at the swap
