5th Annual

Bellingham Bike Swap

Save the date for the Bellingham Bike Swap at Boundary Bay Brewery Alley & Beer Garden on June 9, 2024!

What is the Bellingham Bike Swap?

The Bellingham Bike Swap allows the community to purchase preowned bikes or gear at a lower cost, enabling our community to experience the joys and benefits of biking. The Bike Swap is a space for community members to sell, shop, and simply share in the greatness of the Bellingham outdoor community.

How does it work?

Those looking to sell gear will drop off items on the morning of June 9th. The ‘Shop the Swap’ will be open to the community looking for bikes and biking gear. Unsold gear and checks will be picked up by the sellers that evening.

25% of each sale will be donated to Shifting Gears to help support our programs that help break barriers preventing women from experiencing the outdoors and creating a more inclusive world.

“The event has proven to be an effective way to circulate gear in the community people may no longer want or need — and an awesome place for people to purchase gear at an affordable price.”

— Whatcom Talk

Gear Drop-Off: 7 - 10am

Get ready to declutter and earn some cash! Bring your biking gear to our Gear Drop-off between 7am - 10am on Sunday, June 9th at Boundary Bay.

You can drop off various biking gear from all disciplines and for all ages, including bicycles, apparel, bike parts, accessories, and more! Note we do not accept helmets, water bottles, chamois, or broken equipment.
We encourage you to pre-register your bikes to help move the registration process through quickly and efficiently. Additionally, if you have more than 15 items to sell, please contact us at bikeswap@letsshiftgears.com
Yes, you're welcome to drop off gear on behalf of someone else, but please ensure you have all necessary information about the items. The individual listed on the gear registration must match the name of the individual picking up payments and any unsold gear.
We accept gear in various conditions, including items that may need repairs. However, it cannot be broken beyond repair and we do not accept broken bike frames.

Bike Pre-Registration

Shop the Swap: 1 - 5pm

Discover unbeatable deals at our Shop the Swap from 1pm - 5pm on Sunday, June 9th. Join us at Boundary Bay to browse a wide selection of biking gear and accessories!

We accept both cash and card payments for your convenience.
Yes, test rides will be available for bikes before making a purchase. We'll have bike testing stations set up with helmets available for your safety and convenience.
All sales are final; please carefully consider your purchases before completing transactions.
Children are welcome to attend with adult supervision.

Payment & Unsold Gear Pick-Up: 6-8pm

Don't miss out on claiming your unsold gear and checks at our Gear Pick-up between 6pm - 8pm on Sunday, June 9th at Boundary Bay. Swing by to wrap up the Bike Swap event and collect your earnings!

A 25% commission fee will be deducted from your sales to help support our mission.
Payments for sold items will be issued as a check and available for pick-up from 6-8pm. Any checks not picked up will be donated to Shifting Gears.
If your gear doesn't sell, you can pick it up during the Gear Pick-up or arrange to donate it to Shifting Gears. Any gear not picked up on June 9th will be donated to Shifting Gears.
The individual listed on the gear registration must be present to pick up the payment or unsold gear. Please plan accordingly during registration if someone else will be picking up checks or unsold gear.

Volunteers!

Don't miss Shifting Gears' annual Bike Swap on June 9th! Our event wouldn't be possible without the invaluable support of our dedicated volunteers. If you're eager to get involved this year, we invite you to sign up for a volunteer position and select your preferred time slot.

As a token of our appreciation for your dedication, we extend a special invitation for you to shop the swap before it officially opens to the public! Thank you for your invaluable support—we couldn't do it without you!

Join the Set-Up Crew to ensure smooth transitions throughout the Bike Swap event, whether it's setting up in the morning, transitioning between selling and shopping, or assisting with gear and payment pick-up. Help unload equipment, set up tents, tables, chairs, and arrange bike and clothing racks as per the Layout Map. Additionally, lend a hand with signage, data collection stations, and registration setup to guarantee a seamless start to the event.
As a Registration Table volunteer, your main responsibility is to greet individuals bringing in gear for the Bike Swap and helping sellers complete Gear Tags for each item, ensuring all the proper information is included. They’ll then move to the Data Collectors station with the Inventory Table Assistants to finish registration.
As an Inventory Table Assistant, your role involves welcoming sellers, reviewing Gear Tags, and assisting them alongside a Data Collector. Collect each item with its corresponding Gear Tag, record the information with the Data Collector, and transfer the items to Inventory Bins for organization.
As an Inventory Organizer, your role involves managing registered gear in the Inventory Bins, transferring items to the 'Shop the Swap' area, and maintaining organization. Additionally, monitor the Bike Registration area to assist with bike placement and ensure the space remains tidy and organized. During downtimes, assist the Set-Up Crew or Shifting Gears Board/Staff with various tasks as required.
As a Bike Registration Assistant, you'll guide those selling bikes through the registration process at the Bike Swap. Whether they've pre-registered or not, assist them in filling out Gear Tags and setting prices.
As a Shopping Assistant, your duties involve aiding attendees during ‘Shop the Swap’ in finding gear, assisting with purchasing decisions, and maintaining the cleanliness and organization of the shopping area. Your assistance contributes to a smooth and enjoyable shopping experience for all participants.
As a security volunteer, your role is vital in maintaining a safe and secure environment for all attendees at the event. Your responsibilities include monitoring the premises, addressing any potential security risks or incidents, and assisting event organizers as needed. Your presence helps ensure that everyone can enjoy the event with peace of mind.
As a Gear Pick-Up Assistant from 6-8pm, your role is to assist the public in locating their unsold gear and helping them transport it to their vehicles. Ensure that each ticket is collected and accounted for during the process.
Assist Shifting Gears representatives in sorting donated gear and packing up all equipment, including bike racks and tables, for transport. This involves dismantling signage for future use, stacking chairs, and cleaning up the beer garden area. Ensure everything is organized and ready for transport by the end of the shift.