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Turn Your Old
Bike Into Your
Dream Bike

Instant trade-in value toward your next ride. Trade instantly at 2,500+ bike shops.

Quick Valuations2,500+ Partner ShopsFair Market Pricing

Trade in your bike in three simple steps

1
Get Instant Value

Within minutes

Answer a few quick questions and get instant trade-in value based on real sales data—no guesswork, no negotiating.

2
Choose Your Partner

2,500+ locations nationwide

Find an authorized partner shop near you. They accept our valuations and make trading seamless.

3
Trade & Ride

Complete in one visit

Bring your bike in, they verify condition, and apply credit toward any bike. Ride home the same day.

Trusted by Cyclists Upgrading Their Rides

15,000+

Successful Trade-Ins

$1,500

Average Trade-In Value

2,000+

Authorized Partner Shops

"I got $1,850 for my Trek and walked out with a new 2025 Trek Fuel the same day. So much easier than trying to sell it myself—and I didn't have to wait weeks."

— Sarah M., Seattle, WA

Traded: 2021 Trek Fuel EX 8

"The instant valuation was spot-on. No haggling, no back-and-forth. Took my bike to the local shop, they verified it, and I upgraded to a full-suspension rig in one afternoon."

— Tom K., Boulder, CO

Traded: 2020 Specialized Rockhopper

"I was skeptical about the trade-in value, but it was actually higher than what I'd been offered by three other shops. The whole process took maybe 10 minutes."

— Alex P., Asheville, NC

Traded: 2022 Giant Trance X 29

Why Trade Instead of Sell?

Why Trade Instead of Sell?

Instant Value

No buyers. No shipping. No delays. Trade and ride your upgrade to a new one the same day.

Zero Hassle

No photos, listings, or negotiations. Just bring your bike and trade up.

Expert Verification

Values based on millions of real sales. If your bike matches your description, you get the full quoted value. No surprises.

Trade-In vs. Selling: What's Right for You?

Trade-In

Timeline

Immediate

Effort Level

Minimal - one shop visit

Payment Speed

Instant credit toward new bike

Price

Trade-in Value based on Fair Market Value

Best For

Upgrading quickly

Factor

Timeline

Effort Level

Payment Speed

Price

Best For

Trade-In

Immediate
Minimal - one shop visit
Instant credit toward new bike
Trade-in Value based on Fair Market Value
Upgrading quickly

Selling Privately

2-4 weeks on average
Photos, listing, and responding to potential buyers
5-8 days after sale
Higher potential return
Maximizing cash return

Trade-in is perfect when you're ready to upgrade now and want zero hassle. Selling privately makes sense when you have time and want to maximize your return. Both are great options—it just depends on your priorities.

Frequently Asked Questions

Bring your bike to any authorized partner shop for a 5-10 minute appraisal. You'll receive an instant offer in the form of store credit that can be applied immediately to any bike in their inventory. Ride home on your new bike the same day.

Your bike must be bike shop-caliber (no department store bikes), model year 2000 or newer, fully functional, and have an intact serial number. It should be clean and in sellable condition with no broken or re-welded frames.

Bring a valid state-issued ID or passport. Also, be sure to bring in any chargers, keys, adapters, manuals, or documentation of upgrades. Receipts are not required but recommended.

Our valuation is based on 10+ years of actual bike sales data. The partner shop assesses your bike's brand, model year, condition, and any upgrades using our standardized guidelines. This isn't a negotiation—we apply consistent rules to ensure fairness.

Make the Most of Your Trade-In

Trade-In Prep Guide

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4-minute read

Simple steps to maximize your trade-in value: cleaning, minor repairs, and documentaion.

What to Expect Video

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2-minute watch

See exactly what happens during a trade-in visit at a partner shop—from verification to riding home on your new bike.

What's My Trade Worth?

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Free tool

Input your current bike's details and we'll use the best data to tell you what your trade is worth. Plan your perfect upgrade.

Ready to Upgrade Your Ride?

Get your instant trade-in valuation now and find a partner shop near you. Your new bike is waiting.

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