Thinking of unloading some bikes. Anyone ever have experience with them? Yea/Nea?!
Have some Tri Bikes that need to go.
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Thinking of unloading some bikes. Anyone ever have experience with them? Yea/Nea?!
Have some Tri Bikes that need to go.
If the closet is good enough for Tom Cruise and John Travolta, then I should imagine it would also be good enough for you.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?app=de...;v=_ug7Ntp_gvA
I tried to use them to sell my bike, which is popular model and worth near $1k. They didn't want it. Apparently they want high end bikes.
That’s why it’s call The Pro’s Closet and not The Beater’s Closet.
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They gave me a quote on an ibis ripmo af within 24 hours. I sold it locally for a couple hundred more.
It's easy enough to get a quote. I'd go start there to see if you agree.
I've also gotten a better price selling locally, but it's more hassle to meet, haggle, etc.
The process once the bike is out of your hands is easy and smooth.
I sold my bike to them. I was hoping to get $4500, they offered $3900. So I spent a week talking on the phone and emailing with prospective buyers, gave up and sent it to the Pro's Closet.
The money was in my account two hours after UPS dropped it at their door.
It was easy. Would use them again.
jummo
I have a few friends that have used them, both buying and selling. They all say the same thing, they are in business, you won't get as much for your bike as it's worth, but close enough that if you don't want to hassle, then it is maybe worth it. Also, if you're buying, you're buying at a premium, but the bike will actually show up as described and you're dealing with a business, not some dude 2 states over that sounded nice in the ebay messenger.
I bought a frame from them, great experience!
I bought a bike (aluminum crux) through their eBay store a few years back. It showed up quickly and in good working order. Looks like they have moved upmarket but no issues from the buyer side.
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Ok- let’s see!
Bets? guesses?
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You a chick?
Obligatory triathlon-related post:
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NTTAWWT :D
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Originally Posted by Bunion 2020
Nope, but I am a physio/ strength coach. I run camps & destination rehab. This was a bucket list “I’ve always wanted to race a triathlon” rig.
$1700
$950
Bacon
Are you all bidding on a night with iriponsnow?
Why pay for that? All it takes is a four-pack of wine coolers and a Bryan Adams CDQuote:
Originally Posted by El Chupacabra
That’s the premium package- FTW!Quote:
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Even Dentists need a fantasy Camp Counselor!
"... in the summer of sixty-nine...."Quote:
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Tree fiddy
We’re in process, but I’ll say this. They are prompt & professional. The process is dialed & I’ll be listing my future sales here for maggots for 2 weeks & then it’s off the TPC.
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Similar positive experience but for a $1-2k bike. You get less $$$ when selling but the convenience for me was worth it.Quote:
Originally Posted by jummo
Did you try slowtwitch?
Sold my 2007 cervelo r 3 to them. Great experience. Money in my account 2 days after they got the bike. I couldn’t find a buyer locally, here or pink bike.
What kind of shape was the bike in? My old steed has got some Rode Hard, Put Up Wet going on.Quote:
Originally Posted by skideeppow
Bump. Am considering selling a bike to them. Couple Q's for those who have sold a bike to PC:
1) Do they ship you a bike box? How long do you have to package and ship to PC?
2) Any issues with them re-valuing the bike after they receive it? I think I've described the bike accurately and given them pictures -- but I would never sell to a buyer who retained the ability to pay a lower amount upon delivery.
I'm going to be out of town for a week or so, wondering if that'll mess up the process.
Whats the bike, Chup?
https://reno.craigslist.org/bik/d/re...366053040.htmlQuote:
Originally Posted by mcski
I'm going to go with selling to TPC. Called and asked a few questions about the process - if they find something serious (cracked frame), they'll ship it back, no charge either way. If serious enough to affect pricing, they can submit a different offer, and if seller rejects, they will ship back, no charge. If minor items, they just absorb it (small parts they can easily replace themselves).
They don't provide bike boxes, FYI.
So I sold my bike to them in May. Today, I saw it on the website.
They paid me $3900, they say they replaced pads and rotors and bb bearings.
And it's listed for $5800.
I would've been quite happy with $4500, but obviously was willing to take a no hassle $600 less.
I'm a little surprised at the price, but it's their bike now and they probably know the business of used bikes and close outs better than I do.
No complaints, no comment, just an observation.
jummo
I had to find a box which was a pita, bc there’s a bike box shortage- WTF!?
It delayed my shipping, but I emailed them & they were cool. The only thing I found off was that the emails/ communication was superb- then they went radio silent…..
However the $ showed up so what evs
Report: I shipped on Friday, using the Pros Closet supplied Fed Ex label and my own bike box and packing materials. PC emailed this morning to state received. And then sent me a PayPal payment this afternoon, exact amount as quoted.
I'm happy with how it all went. PC payment was about $100 less than my last Craigslist post price, and I wasn't getting much interest locally on the bike.
Was in great shape with updated components and wheel set. $1650. Couldn’t get any interest locallyQuote:
Originally Posted by jm2e
Just sold a bike to TPC after they quoted $150 higher than any offer I was able to get on KSL, FB, and Pinkbike. The only bike box I was able to get for free from my LBS was an oversized e-bike box which I packaged myself. Their Fedex label didn't have specific dimensions and worked on the huge box with no problems. I was a little worried they might ding me a little on the price since there were a few small nics and scratches that weren't super clear in the photos (they only allow you to send them up to 4 photos) but they honored their original quote. I don't know how they manage to sell bikes several years old for close to MSRP but I'm happy to sell them my bikes.
I've had nothing but positive experiences with them as well (all on the selling side)... but I'm with Benneke: how the hell do they sell these bikes for close to MSRP? They have a used Druid for sale right now for the same price as a new one. Granted, you can't currently buy a new one, but still.
https://www.theproscloset.com/produc...bidden-druid-m
It's a high pivot bro.
I think that buying from Pro's closet gives many of the assurances as buying new from a dealer. They're able to get higher prices due to the professional nature, the mechanics, the inspection, 30 day guarantee, "Certified Pre-owned", etc.
There are two types of consumer in the used market
1. Those looking for a good deal
2. Those whom can't find what they want new.
Obviously the Pro's Closet is largely playing to the 2nd experience and this is their heyday. Their prices will need to come down as the market begins to go away, but they gotta ride that wave while it's raging.