Buying a refurbished or upcycled bike is great for the environment as it saves bikes and parts from going to landfill, and reduces demand for manufacturing new bikes. It can also save you money, and luckily there are some well-established charities and social enterprises in Lanarkshire offering professionally serviced second-hand bikes at the fraction of the cost of a new one! Check out the directory below.

You can also buy second-hand bikes from local bike shops, adverts in your local paper, or from online platforms like cycling forums, Gumtree or Facebook Marketplace. If you’re buying from someone or somewhere you’re not familiar with, it’s important to check the bike thoroughly and ensure you’re getting a good deal. Cycling UK have put together a handy guide highlighting what to look out for.

If you’re looking to test out different types of bikes before buying, only need occasional use of a bike or have limited storage at home, hiring a bike can be a great, cost-effective solution. There are community groups across Lanarkshire which offer bike hire services.

You can find out more about the groups and organisations offering services below.