GLOW MTB

ep 75. Buying & Selling Used Mountain Bikes

GLOW MTB Season 5 Episode 75

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Thinking about getting a new-to-you bike or passing yours on to its next rider? This episode is your go-to guide for navigating the used MTB market with confidence.

We cover:
 🔍 What to look for when buying a used bike (and red flags 🚩)
 💰 Budgeting beyond the sticker price (hello, tune-ups & upgrades)
 🛠️ Key checks: frame, suspension, drivetrain, brakes & more
 🚴‍♀️ Why test rides and bike fit matter more than fancy upgrades
 📦 Tips for selling your bike—pricing, listings, and making it shine

🌟 Women Shredders Shoutout:
Marley Blonsky — co-founder of All Bodies on Bikes, working to make cycling more inclusive and welcoming for riders of all sizes and abilities. Her advocacy is helping reshape the bike industry and community for the better.

🎧 Tune in wherever you get your podcasts—and good luck out there in the bike market!

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Thank you for listening to the  GLOW MTB Podcast! We are the Glorious Ladies on Wheels are here to share stories, tips and tricks all about mountain biking and keeping you informed of what is happening in our incredible community. GLOW is located in the Upper Valley of VT/NH and your hosts for the Podcast are Anna, Janet and Juli.  

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