Bicycles are upgradable. You can swap out parts for new ones or even old ones if that’s your thing. Each part can be removed and replaced with another one that suits you better. You can slap in softer shocks if you want a more comfortable feel when driving off-road. Or maybe it’s just that you need to replace old worn-out parts like the chain, gears, or disc brakes.
Of course, once you have done swapping out those parts you will have to deal with your used ones. You could just put it inside a box and leave it in the garage or maybe a storage closet you might have. But what if you don’t want it just sitting in a box inside your home? What else could you do with it? Well, lucky you because this is where you can figure out what to do with your used bike parts.
Throw It Away
Yes, it is quite ridiculous to throw something away especially if it’s still in good condition. If it is then don’t there will be better things you can do with it. But if it’s in really bad shape or you just want to get rid of it without any hassle then just throw it in the trash. The garbage guy will do the rest of the work for you.
Repurpose Your Used Parts
If you’re one for recycling then this should be a no-brainer. Bicycle parts come in all shapes and sizes and with that, you can find endless possibilities of ways to recycle them. You can cut and stick different parts together to create decorative ornaments, lampshades, tables, coat hangers, you name it. If you have a creative mind then you can turn it, with a mix of other recycled parts, into virtually anything.
There’s a bunch of communities online that can give you inspiration on what it is you can make out of your used parts. You can probably do this as a weekend hobby or maybe even start a business making some extra income by selling what you make out with those parts lying in your garage. Take pictures and post them online to easily grab the attention of potential buyers. Now, that’s being wise with it.
Make A Profit
There’s a lot of bicycle communities around these days. You can find plenty of them on Facebook and other social media platforms. Do a quick search in Google, and no doubt you’ll find one. Now, what’s great about joining a community is that they can be a great help for almost anything regarding bikes. And also there’s always a section for buying, selling, or trading. But if you find it to be somewhat sketchy then find a reputable shop or company like Pro’s Closet that will buy your used bicycle parts. They have an online store and you can communicate with them. You can also check out customer reviews and comments on their transactions.
Donate It To Charity
Now, if you are of a kind heart and wish to help people in need, then this is most likely the option for you. There are thousands, maybe even millions of people who do not have the capacity to purchase a bicycle of their own or even just to replace some of their worn-out parts. Luckily there are non-profit organizations out there that are happy to accept used parts in any condition that it may find a new purpose for the people who need them.
There are many more things you could do with your old bike parts, and now that you’ve been through this list, you are well on your way to repurposing all those parts.
