It’s old news now that the pandemic, with its resulting exponential increase in demand for bikes, and simultaneous factory closures, have left supplies very short for a long time. This means the question of where to buy a bike remains as relevant today as it was a year ago.
It’s true that stock levels are starting to replenish now, but there are still plenty of shortages for certain brands, sizes, and models. That’s true no matter if you’re buying a road bike, a gravel bike, or you’re in need of an electric bike.
As ever, there are things you can do to ease the process. For example, being flexible with your wishlist will give you more options and thus, a greater chance of finding something suitable. The first step to success is arming yourself with knowledge of the various options of where you might be able to buy your ideal bike, because the more places you look, the more chance you give yourself of finding the right bike, in the right size, at the right price.
So in order to save you time trawling through copious retailers in search of stock, we’ve assembled all the best places where you can currently buy a bike, into one handy list. We’ve rounded up a selection of online retailers where bikes are currently in stock, along with deals where current stock availability looks good, so that you have a quick hitlist of places to look when hunting down your next – or perhaps first – #NewBikeDay.
Where to buy a bike right now
Where to buy a bike online
Local bike shops remain a great source of advice on new bikes, with staff usually super-knowledgeable and keen to get you on the right bike.
The best way to shop is to visit and speak to the sales staff, explain your needs, and heed their advice. However, the advice offered will depend on the knowledge held by the staff members in question, so if you’re uncertain, be prepared to do your own research too, and if you’re unsure, enlist the help of a friend whose opinion you trust or head to numerous…
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