Click here to for details and how to register for the Bike Swap Meet!
GoByBike Penticton & the Penticton and Area Cycling Association has collaborated and added a Bike Swap Meet to the Wrap Up Celebration on June 4th, 2022! Sellers can register now to secure their stall to sell new or used bicycling gear: ready-to-ride bikes; bicycle frames; component parts, tag-a-longs; trailers, accessories, cycling clothing & shoes!
The Lowdown for the Event
- Buy, or sell new or used bicycling gear: ready-to-ride bikes; bicycle frames & component parts, tag-a-longs & trailers, accessories, cycling clothing & shoes, bicycling books & videos, etc.
- $5 per stall to Sell your own. Feel Free to share your stall with family or friends. Just remember us for an extra donation.
- General Admission is Free.
- Date: Saturday June 4th
- Location: Gyro Park during the Saturday Farmers Market
- Time: 11:00am – 1:00pm
- Sellers Register HERE
For Buyers:
- This event is open to the public. Buyers do not need to be PACA members.
- Bring cash for your purchases (there are ATMs nearby). It’s up to each seller’s discretion if they will accept personal checks.
- Be clear with each seller as to if your purchase is final or if they will accept returns or offer refunds.
- Request a business card or contact information from the seller if you think you may have questions about an item at a later time. PACA will not be able to help you contact sellers after the event.
For Sellers:
- This event is fully funded by PACA, therefore all sellers will be encouraged but not required to be a PACA member or sponsor. You may purchase a PACA membership at the event. Anyone who has purchased advertising or donated goods or services for PACA events in the past year may also sell.
- ALL sellers MUST reserve a spot before June 2nd by completing the registration HERE
- Sellers must be on site at all times to sell their own items, PACA does not have volunteers to sell your items or watch over them for you
- Tables and chairs are not provided. Vendor location is available on a first-come-first-served basis.
- You must arrive at 10:30am to begin set up, the event starts at 11:00am.
- Please bring your own tables and chairs.
- All sale items must be bicycling related.
- You are responsible for the safety and security of all items brought to this event. Allow your items to be tested or leave them unattended only at your own risk.
- Please be respectful of the facility. All unsold items must be taken with you or accepted for donation at the end of the event.
- Clearly label each item. Include price, condition of the item (new, used, working, needs repair), and details (description, size, year purchased, miles / seasons ridden), and your name or initials.
- Bring cash to make change for purchases. It’s up to your discretion if you will accept personal checks.
- Be clear with each buyer as to whether your sales are final or if you will accept returns or offer refunds.
- Consider bringing business cards with your name, e-mail, phone number, etc. in case a buyer has questions about an item at a later time.
The Fine Print:
Neither the Penticton and Area Cycling Association (PACA) nor the City of Penticton are responsible for items damaged, lost, or stolen at this event. PACA does not guarantee or endorse any products or services purchased or provided through this event. The quality and value of any goods represent the opinions of the individual sellers. No representation is made by PACA regarding the accuracy or reliability of any information presented by the sellers. Neither PACA, the City of Penticton, their members, sponsors or advertisers accept any liability for the consequences of using goods purchased at this event. Use goods purchased and advice received at your own risk.
For further information, please contact Katie @ gobybike@bikepenticton.com