Seller Features

Thank you for taking the time to visit The Bike Trader. Our purpose is to be your ultimate online resource for new bicycles, used bicycles, frames, gear, components and accessories. Whether you're a private seller, merchant or dealer The Bike Trader Online website is loaded with features designed to facilitate a smooth buy/sell experience. As a seller you'll find that creating and managing a listing is easy and just takes a few minutes. A summary of the seller related features include:

5 Ad Listing Options To Choose From

Available features for listing ads include:

• FREE ad listing option available
• Up to 10 pictures per ad
• Up to 25 ads for 150 days
• Ad highlighted in search results
• Ad featured on homepage (rotating)
• Slide show
• YouTube video inclusion
• Link from ad to your website

View a sample ad here or see the Ad Pricing page for more information on Ad Listing Options.

Thumbnails
The first photo you upload will be displayed as a thumbnail in featured ads, search results and ad comparisons.

"My Listings" Page
Our easy-to-use My Listings page allows you to view, edit and manage all of your listings from one area.

Contact Seller
It is not necessary for you to display your phone number or email in the ads. A Contact Seller link is located on each listing display page so buyers can contact you directly by email through our messaging system.

All Ads By This Seller
A link is conveniently located on the listing display page for buyers to view all of your other listings.

Tell a Friend
A link is located on each display page making it easy for visitors to quickly send a listings details to a friend using the messaging system.

My Profile
Allows you to edit account settings quickly and easily.

My Notifications
Allows you to receive notification by email for listing activation, listing expiration and contract expiration.
 

Some Quick Tips for Posting an Ad

1. Use a Descriptive Title
Include the bicycle brand name, model and size. For example: Trek Madone 4.7 - 52 cm

2. Include Details on Components
List the manufacturer and model on all components, include important measurements and gearing.

3. Pictures
Include pictures! The first picture you upload on The Bike Trader will be displayed as a thumbnail in featured ads, search results and ad comparisons. A Picture Is Worth 1000 Words. Our listing plans allow for generous use of photos - take advantage.

4. Location
Include your City, State and Zip. Potential buyers have the ability to search by location.

5. Take Advantage of the Listing Features Available at The Bike Trader
Featured ad on homepage, ad highlighted in search results, slide show of photos and YouTube video will all help drive potential buyers to your ad.

6. Be Honest
Make an honest assessment of the condition of the bicycle and summarize in the ad description.