It’s Bike Swap Season!

Whether your family prefers dirt or pavement, now is the time to get your wheels ready for spring and summer riding. Bike swaps offer an economical way to upgrade your ever-growing kids’ cycles. Bring in last year’s bikes — in good condition —  for consignment prior to the sale, then shop for new-to-you items on swap days. Be sure to check each store’s websites for trade-in specifics and take this insider’s tip: Arrive early for the best selection. Happy cycling!

Alpine Shop in South Burlington hosts their Better Bike Swap and Sale — which includes free music and food — on Saturday, April 30, and Sunday, May 1, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. Drop off used bikes in clean, working condition through April 29. Info, 862-2714. 

Earl’s Cyclery and Fitness in South Burlington has their Annual Bike Swap on Saturday, April 30, 9 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, May 1, 11a.m.-5 p.m. Bikes in good mechanical shape will be accepted Thursday, April 28, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. and Friday, April 29, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Info, 864-9197. 

Skirack in Burlington has their Annual Bike Swap on Saturday, April 30, 9 a.m.-7 p.m. and Sunday, May 1, 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Wheeled gear (including bike accessories and child carriers) in good condition is accepted April 25-29. Info, 658-3313. http://www.skirack.com

Bike Swap 2016 comes to Onion River Sports in Montpelier on Saturday, May 7, 9 a.m.-noon. Turn in cleaned-up wheels (including bike trailers, baby joggers and tag-a-longs) from April 30-May 6. Info, 229-9409

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