Here are a few tips for the upcoming Midwest Bicycle Swap

Swap Meet Tips for Buyers

1. Get to the swap meet early. This is especially true if you are seeking a particular item
2. Bring cash and plenty of small bills
3. Bring a friend. Four eyes are better than two. If you are seeking something in particular then split up
4. Don?t be afraid to negotiate. Ask how much the item is and then do your own appraisal, if you think it is worth less, then offer less and see where it goes.
5. When the swap meet is winding down and some sellers will start packing up their unsold stuff. This is a prime time to get deals on items that did not sell during the day. (rather than hauling it all the way home)

Swap Meet Tips for Sellers

1. Get to the swap meet early so you can snag a prime selling spot!
2. Bring cash and plenty of small bills
3. Display your items on Tables or at least Tarps, Organize parts by category, i.e. frames, forks, wheels, etc.
4. Price your items, but be open to negotiations
5. Offer plastic bags to buyers of small parts, its hard to tote around six different pairs of pedals, along with fourteen assorted grips, one super cool skiptooth chainring, and three balloon fenders

Tips For Everyone

1. Put on sunscreen
2. Bring water
3. Anything else to keep you comfortable especially if you’re planning on “making a day of it”