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When choosing a new second-hand bike, frame size is undoubtedly the most important thing to get right. After all, you can change your handlebar stem and move your seat around to fine tune your bike fit – but all this is irrelevant if you haven’t got the right sized frame to begin with.

There are a number of reasons why buying a second-hand bike is one of the best decisions you can make. Not only does it give you an opportunity to buy a great bike for a fraction of the price of buying one new, but it also means you can find rare or discontinued models that once took the cycling world by storm.

The second-hand bike market provides a wealth of opportunity when it comes to finding a bargain. It offers you the chance to buy a premium bike stacked full of high-quality components, for the same price as a new entry-level model.

As cyclists, many of us have had the gut-wrenching experience of returning to a rack to find our bike missing. With more than 77,000 bikes stolen in England and Wales each year, it is an all too common experience.

In short, yes! Stroll into a bike shop and you’ll be able to find everything, from slick electric hybrids to electric mountain bikes and electric cargo bikes. These bikes made by trusted brands are legal in the UK, but that’s not to say that every electric bike you come across will be.

So, you’ve decided you want to sell your bike. You’ve cleaned it, taken photos and uploaded information on everything from components to condition. That leaves you with just one step to complete your listing: how much do you want to sell your bike for?

In the world of cycling, there's a certain charm in owning a second-hand bike. Whether it’s to save money, embrace eco-friendliness, or hunt down a rare model no longer in production, buying used can be an excellent decision....

Are you itching to hit the trails but your wallet is holding you back? Or perhaps you’re looking to upgrade to a higher-spec model but don’t want to burn through all your savings? Buying second hand may just be the solution. Here’s why

Determining the age of a bike can be helpful when buying or selling a second-hand bike. Read our guide on how to tell the age of your bike here

Your guide to selling your bike. Tips include how to write good description, take photos and how to price the bike fairly. Follow these simple pointers to maximise the return on your bike!