Listing best practices — sell faster, sell for more

The difference between a listing that sells in a week and one that sits for months is almost always: photos, specs, and price.

Photos

• Take at least 6 photos in natural daylight (outdoors works best)
• Both sides + drivetrain close-up + cockpit — buyers want to see the actual mechanical condition
• Show all damage honestly — scratches, paint chips, worn brake pads. Surprise damage on arrival is the #1 source of disputes.
• No stock images — buyers know when a photo isn't yours

Pricing

• Check what comparable bikes are selling for on CrankMart's Browse page
• Decide whether you're willing to accept offers — if not, mark it "Firm"
• Account for TradeSafe fees (small % deducted from your sale price) when setting expectations

Specs

Every category has a spec section. Fill in every field you can — it's how buyers filter and search.

For bikes, the high-impact fields are:

• Frame size (S / M / L / XL — or measured cm if you have it)
• Year
• Frame material (Carbon / Aluminium / Steel / Titanium)
• Groupset (Shimano 105, GRX, SRAM Force, etc.)
• Wheel size
• For e-bikes: motor + battery

Description

• Lead with why you're selling — buyers like to know
• Mention any upgrades and any services (e.g. "fresh chain", "service at MyCycle Sept 2025")
• Note what's included (pedals? cages? spare tubes?)
• Be honest about what's NOT included — original receipt, spare parts, etc.

Title

Keep it scannable: Year · Brand · Model · Size. Example: "2023 Specialized Roubaix Comp · 56cm".

After it's listed

• Respond to messages within a few hours — slow replies kill deals
• If the bike sells, mark it sold straight away so you stop getting messages
• Once you have an order, ship promptly (within 2-3 business days is the norm)