Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic, the Bike Swap will not be held in 2021.

The Bike Swap for 2021 has been cancelled. The Arlington Heights Bike Club could not determine a way to safely host the Swap this year. 
Although Illinois is now in Phase Four of its COVID recovery plan, this phase limits gatherings to only 50 people.
We know that in the past we have had hundreds of people on the tennis courts at one time. 
In addition, our Swap is very much a hands-on operation involving taking in and selling bikes, 
handling money, and providing paper receipts and vouchers. This would be difficult to accomplish while maintaining six-foot physical 
distancing and proper hand hygiene. Also, since the event is held on Arlington Heights Park District property, 
they would require a COVID plan before issuing a permit for use of their facility. Phase Five of the state's COVID plan 
will allow gatherings of more than 50 people. Our hope is that by next spring Illinois will be in 
Phase Five and will have achieved herd immunity. This would allow us to safely host the Bike Swap on Saturday, May 7, 2022.

Arlington Heights Bike Swap


Note: information subject to change 

Please Read Carefully, many questions are answered in this FAQ or on the website.
See http://cyclearlington.com/swapmeet.php for hours that bikes can be dropped off, purchased, sold, or picked up.

Last Saturday in April each year.
Rain or Shine
Bike Drop Off Hours: See http://cyclearlington.com/swapmeet.php
Sales Hours: See http://cyclearlington.com/swapmeet.php
Unsold Bike and Part Pickup: See http://cyclearlington.com/swapmeet.php
Disbursements for sold property: See http://cyclearlington.com/swapmeet.php
Terms and Conditions for selling: See http://cyclearlington.com/swapmeet.php
Bikes left beyond 3:30 pm become the property of the bike club 

Centennial Park
(Next to Riley School)
1209 Burr Oak Drive
Arlington Heights, IL
(Access to Burr Oak Drive is via Hintz to Windsor to Burr Oak or Buffalo Grove Road to Burr Oak)

ALL SALES ARE CASH ONLY
NO CHECKS
NO CREDIT CARDS

Minimum age to sell or purchase items is 18 years of age unless accompanied by an adult.
Minimum age to ride a bike on the test track is 18 years of age unless accompanied by an adult.
 

Arlington Heights Bicycle Club (AHBC) Bicycle Swap Terms of Sale

Common Questions and Answers
1. All sales are FINAL and are CASH ONLY. All items are sold AS IS, WHERE IS.
2. We are not responsible for any merchandise lost, stolen or damaged.
3. We recommend that loose items like computers and manuals be placed into a sealed bag and cable-tied to the bike handlebars  
4. Payouts for sold items are held at 3PM
5. In order to give everyone an equal opportunity, until 11 am there is a purchase limit of two bicycles per person, except for families.
6. You do not need to stay. We will sell your bike for you. 
7. You do need to return to claim your money or unsold property.
8. Price changes may only be made by authorized swap staff. You MUST have the claim slip for that item to change its price. All change requests must be made in person.
9. If your item is sold, 15% of the selling price (rounded up to the nearest whole dollar) is retained by the AHBC. The remainder is returned to the holder of the claim ticket.
10. Unsold merchandise can be reclaimed anytime during swap hours with your claim ticket.
11. To claim money or your unsold items, you MUST present your claim ticket for each item.
12. AHBC reserves the right to refuse any item.
13. AHBC limits the number of non-ridable bicycle accessories which may be registered for sale at the swap to 10 per adult participant. 
14. Frequently Asked Questions are below.


Warranty Disclaimers
All bicycles and any other items purchased at the Arlington Heights Bicycle Club Swap are sold AS IS and WITH ALL FAULTS. 
There are no warranties expressed or implied, and all warranties which may be implied by law, including warranties of 
fitness and merchantability are hereby excluded. You are invited to inspect the equipment prior to purchase in the test area.

Thank you for participating in the Arlington Heights Bicycle Club Annual Bike Swap. 
We recommend that all bicyclists wear a helmet when riding.

FAQ

1. Who runs the bike swap?
The bike swap is run by members of the Arlington Heights Bicycle Club.  
Hundreds of volunteers spend thousands of hours preparing and holding the bike swap.

2. Can I sell my bicycle or bicycle parts at the bike swap?
Yes- the swap is open to anyone to buy or sell bicycles and parts

3. Is the swap held in bad weather?
Yes- the swap will occur whether it is beautiful 70 degrees, cold and raining, or even snowing.

4. How do I register items for sale?
Items can be registered starting (approximately) April 1st.
On the club website at http://cyclearlington.com/
Click on Bike Swap near the top of the page
At the bottom of that page, click on Preregister Items Today.
Registration closes at 8PM the night before the swap.
Read and accept the terms of sale
Fill in the forms and print your receipt.
Attach the receipt to your item and bring them to the swap.

5. Can I bring a bike to the swap to sell without pre-registration?
Pre-Registration is required.

6. Can I bring bike parts to the swap to sell without pre-registration?
Pre-Registration is REQUIRED for all bike parts.

7. I have other plans for the day of the swap. Can I drop a bike off early?
No, we only accept bikes during advertised times.

8. I have other plans for the day of the swap. If my bike does not sell, can I pick up my bike early?
Yes, you can pick up your bike anytime during the swap sales hours.

9. I have other plans for the day of the swap. If my bike does sell, can I pick up my money early?
No, payouts only happen during advertised times.

10. Can I see a list of what will be available before coming to the swap?
No, we do not provide that service.

11. Can I negotiate the price on an item?
No, the price is set by the owner and the bike swap has no ability to negotiate on behalf 
of the owner.

12. How do I price my bike for sale?
We suggest you comparision shop for your bike on the internet to establish a price.

13. Must my bike be in working order in order to sell?
People looking for a bike often will not consider bikes that are not in working order.
This means fill the tires with air, make sure the brakes work, and clean the dust-bunnies off the seat.

14.  Do I need to be a resident of Arlington Heights to buy or sell a bicycle?
No, everyone is welcome.

15.  Do I need to sell a bike in order to buy one? Do I need to purchase a bike in order to sell one?
No.

16.  I have bike I want to donate.
Working Bikes accepts donated bicycles and parts. See http://www.workingbikes.org/ for a list of drop-off locations.

17. Do I need to stay at the swap all day if I am selling a bike or parts?
No.  Bring your items to the swap during the drop off period.  Pick up unsold items at any time during the sale period.

18. Used Helmets are not accepted for sale. 

19. There is no fee to come to the bike swap and browse.


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