Where can I find used bicycles in my area?
If you live in a more urban area, you may be surprised how many bicycles will get scrapped next to your dumpster. Connecting with other cyclists is often a good way to find used parts.
What do you do with a broken bike?
Many of them are actually bike repair shops, that take in junk or broken bicycles and then sell the functioning parts. There are a few different business models that used bicycle junkyards follow. Some will rebuild and sell bikes, some sell salvage parts in store or online, and some do all of it.
Where can I buy used bikes for cash?
If you have a popular model or a rare one with hard to find parts, you can likely strike a cash deal. These places will purchase used bicycles for cash and then either sell the functioning parts, use the parts for repairing other customers bikes, or fix the bike and sell it.
Are there any bike salvage yards near me?
While there are not a lot of bicycle salvage yards near me, the ones that exist do purchase junk bikes. Your best bet though is to call your local cycle repair shop and ask if they buy used bicycles. If you have a popular model or a rare one with hard to find parts, you can likely strike a cash deal.
Do you need help setting up a new bike?
If you’ve just bought a new road bike, or you’re upgrading to a new bike, you might need some help getting it correctly set up so you can really enjoy the ride. Here are some tips to help you get sorted on your new bike.
Where can I learn how to build my own bike?
YouTube is now one of the best tools available to learn what goes into building a bike. There are countless Vloggers now who record and stream the complete process of assembling their own builds so you can watch along and learn.
Which is the right bike for You?
Which ever style you choose, you can be sure that City Bikes will back your choice with our renowned service and support. Road bikes are fast and easy to pedal on pavement. They are not as well suited for operating off the road. Some people find the “dropped” riding position difficult to maintain, comfortably, for a long time.
What can I do to make my bike feel new?
Switching grips or bar tape is commonly recommended for bringing back that new bike feeling, but don’t neglect your other contact points. If you were always comfortable with your past saddle, then look for the closest replacement.