The Classifieds section is a member-to-member community feature. BeginnerCyclists.com does not broker, verify, or guarantee any transaction. Buy/sell/trade at your own risk.

1) Eligibility to Post in Classifieds

18+ only (same as the forum).

Must have a registered account in good standing.

No selling if your account exists mainly to advertise.

2) What's Allowed

Bikes, frames, wheels, components, helmets, shoes, lights, trainers, racks, tools

Cycling clothing and accessories

Cycling-related services only if approved by staff (example: local tune-ups)

3) What's Not Allowed

Stolen goods or anything "no questions asked"

Counterfeit items or replica-branded products

Anything illegal or restricted where you live

Personal data sales (lists, emails, etc.)

Off-topic items (if it's not cycling-related, don't post it)

4) Required Post Format (Must Include)

Every listing must include:

Title: Item + size/model + price (example: "Trek FX 2 (L) – $350 – Local pickup")

Price: required (no "make offer" only listings)

Location: city/state or general area (don't post your address)

Condition: new/like new/good/fair + any issues

Photos: real photos of the item (at least 1)

Payment & shipping: specify pickup/shipping options and who pays fees

Listings missing these may be removed.

5) Honesty and Disclosure

Be upfront about:

Cracks, dents, worn drivetrain, wheel trueness, brake wear

Repairs, replacements, and known problems

Compatibility details (wheel size, axle type, cassette/freehub, etc.)

If you "forgot to mention it," that's still on you.

6) Communication Rules

Use forum messages to negotiate details.

Don't publicly post personal info (phone, address, full name).

No harassment, pressure tactics, or guilt-tripping.

7) Payment Safety (Strongly Recommended)

We recommend safer options like:

Local pickup + cash

PayPal Goods & Services (or another buyer-protected method)

Avoid risky methods for strangers (wire transfers, gift cards, crypto, "friends & family" for shipped items).

8 ) Shipping Guidelines

If you offer shipping:

State shipping cost or how it's calculated

Pack items properly (especially bikes/wheels)

Provide tracking once shipped

Agree on who covers insurance/signature confirmation (recommended for high-value items)

9) No Auction-Style or "Bidding Wars"

First come, first served (unless you clearly state a different method).

Don't create chaos by taking bids in the comments.

10) Updates, Bumps, and Closing Listings

Mark your thread SOLD / TRADED / CLOSED when done.

Limit bumps to once every 72 hours (3 days) unless staff says otherwise.

Price drops are allowed and encouraged—edit the original post and note the change.

11) Anti-Scam Enforcement

We may remove listings or restrict access if we see:

Brand-new accounts posting high-value items

Refusal to provide photos with today's date or requested angles

"Ship only, hurry, weird payment methods"

Pricing far below market without a clear reason

Staff decisions are final to keep members safe.

12) Liability Disclaimer

BeginnerCyclists.com is not responsible for:

losses, damage, shipping issues, chargebacks

misrepresented items

disputes between members

We will help moderate behavior, but we can't guarantee outcomes.