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We just pushed out a release with a handful of small updates and fixes. You'll probably notice the home page now shows a "or Make Offer" link next to the price. There is also a link to the blog at the top of the home page - near the sign in link. On the listing page, we made the Reply to Comment button much easier to find. Lastly, we made several improvements on the create a listing form for shipping options.

Drop us a line if there is a feature you'd like to see on BikeList or to let us know about any bugs.

We just launched BikeList Local - a way to find bikes, parts, and accessories near you. You can save on shipping by purchasing on BikeList and picking up locally. The way it works is that the buyer purchases the item online and then picks up the item from a local seller.

How to find bikes and parts near you

To search for listings near you, just click on the "location" link at the top of the page. The page will refresh and show listings closest to you first.

You can find the shipping options on the Listing Page under the Shipping/Returns tab. Have a question about shipping options? Leave a comment on the listing or click on the envelope icon next to the seller's name to send a private message.

We also included a link to the BikeList Local page at the bottom footer of the website. From here you can see all local items by state.

How do I arrange for Local Pickup?

When checking out, you will be asked to select between Local Pickup or Standard Shipping if both options are offered by the seller.

After purchasing, the seller will contact you through BikeList Private Messaging to arrange for a local pickup. Make sure to check your spam folder or whitelist emails from bikelist.com ! If you don't hear from the seller, you can send them a private message either from your account or from a link included in your receipt email.

IMPORTANT! After picking up the item the buyer needs to click on the Picked Up Item link sent in the receipt email. The seller will not be paid until you do this!

Sales are considered final. It is the buyer's responsibility to inspect the item and ask questions of the seller before purchasing and picking up. BikeList isn't involved in the coordination of the pickup. This is worked out between the seller and the buyer. If you have concerns, then message the seller before deciding to purchase.

Sellers! Here's how it works

You can add Local Pickup to your existing listings or set it when creating a new one. On the create/edit listing form, select if you want to offer Local Pickup, Standard Shipping, or both. Don't forget to set the shipping cost if offering standard shipping!

A buyer may message you, or leave a comment on your listing asking about Local Pickup options. After the item sells, you will receive an e-mail notification that a Local Pickup order has been purchased (the buyer has PAID for the item) and that you should contact the buyer using a provided link in the e-mail to message them. At this point the purchase is considered final. Please note that you will not get paid for the sale until the buyer confirms pickup of the item, so it's good to remind them to do so when you arrange a pickup.

Questions?

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We're rolling out Private Messaging on BikeList this week. Buyers are now able to contact the seller after a purchase if they have any questions. We've added a link to contact the seller the receipt email as well as in your account.

We just launched a new feature. Sellers can add a serial number for their bike or bike frame listing and BikeList will automatically search the Garage 529 Bike Registry. 

It's pretty simple to use. Just create or edit a listing, find the "serial number" box on the form, input your serial number and save the listing. You'll get an email in less than a minute with the response. Below is an example of the notification mail sent to the sender, which includes a link to any bike reports found.

BikeList now has a Price Drops page that shows listings with a reduced price.