Bike Tips
What to Know before Purchasing a Bike
A used or new bike - Men's or women's bike - Where and what are you going
to use it for - Accessories - Try the bike before purchasing, even a new
one...more »
Why a Used Bicycle ?
Not only to save money, older bikes are simpler, more reliable, stylish and
less attractive for thieves - Better than a low quality new bike - Bicycles
are not hi-tech devices becoming quickly obsolete, older bikes are much like
new ones and can ride just as good... more »
Why Purchase Here ?
Get expert advice - Bikes are fully tuned and tested - 30-day warranty - Free delivery - Trade your old bike for a rebate... more »
Adjusting the Saddle and Handlebar
When pedaling your leg should be almost fully extended when the pedal reaches the furthest point. What is almost fully extended ? When you put your heel on the pedal axle, your leg is fully extended. When pedaling normally there is a very small flexion of the knee at the bottom of the stroke... more »
Which Bike Size You Need
It is important to ride a bike of the correct size and adjusted for your
height. Whatever the quality of the bike, if it's too small or too tall it
will never be performing and comfortable. You will force for nothing, get
knee pain, butt pain... more »
The Different Bike Types
There are many different bike types including hybrids, road bikes, city bikes, mountain bikes,.. Choose the right bike for your needs, don't buy a trendy bike not suitable for your specific usage. Most people are buying a bike for recreational use, not a transportation device... more »
Bike Accessories
French page - Many accessories are in fact essential if you want to use your bicycle for daily commuting or bike touring. Would you buy a car that can't ride under the rain, with no lights, no mirror and impossible to lock ? No of course... more »
Where to Find Used Bikes
Where the bikes sold here come from ? - Used bike removal service - Garage sales - Customer trade-ins - Metal recyclers - Thrift stores - Flea markets and more. There are millions of used bikes in Quebec and the vast majority end up in the garbage... more »
Where to Donate an Old Bike for Recycling
FREE used bike removal service in the greater Montreal area. We pick up old
bikes for recycling. Make room fast and save your bike from the junkyard.
Evenings and weekends when you are available. Phone 514-647-3009
... more »
Stolen Bikes and Bike Theft
French page - Bike theft statistics in Montreal - What to do if your bike
was stolen - How to protect yourself - Buying a stolen bike is risky - Identifying
bike thieves and stolen bikes... more »
Learn about Canadian Bikes - Search the Database
Browse stunning vintage and modern bikes from over 250 different brands
including CCM, Raleigh, Peugeot, Velo Sport, Leader, Bianchi, Miele, Fiori,
Nishiki, Minelli, Norco, Trek, Giant, Devinci, Louis Garneau and much more.
The database contains over 2500 bicycles... more »
Cyclists and Quebec's Highway Safety Code
Which are the laws and recommended practices applicable to cycling in Quebec. Is a helmet mandatory ? No. Are lights mandatory at night ? Yes. Cyclists must obey the Highway Safety Code... more »
Old Style Bicycle Gear Shifters
General gear shifting tips on a bicycle - Old style road bike and city bike
gear shifters - Old style mountain bikes and hybrid bike shifters... more »
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Vintage Folding Bikes Collection
Mostly French page - Browse a collection of vintage folding bikes for the
70's, 80's and newer. Pictures and description of many classic models including
Raleigh Twenty - Leader Voyageur - Maino - Auto-Mini - Road King - Bridgestone
- Norco and much more... more »
Le guide des pistes cyclables du Québec
Montreal Bike Path Network
Maps, pictures and detailed information about Montreal's bike path network
and the greater area. For commuting or for discovering the city during leisure
times. Which are the best bike paths with interesting things to see not
too far from Montreal... more »
More Tips in the French Version
You will find more bicycle and cycling tips if you read the French version
of the website including: How much is worth my old bicycle ? - The 10 criteria's
to evaluate the quality of a bicycle - Bicycle Auctions: Myths and Reality...
more »