Tips to boost your listing

A few ideas for your description

• Type of bike (city, hybrid, road, gravel, e-bike…)
• Recommended rider height, your height (or frame size)
• General condition (new, good condition, regularly serviced…)
• Equipment provided (lock, basket, helmet, child seat…)
• Rental conditions (deposit, pick-up times, minimum duration…)
• Ideas for bike rides in your area
• Your listing is ideal for ... (travel, everyday use, racing, ...)

A few ideas for your description

Format your text to make it easier to read:

• Headings (H1, H2) to structure your description
• Bold to highlight important points
• Bullet points for lists (easier to read than big blocks of text)

1 - Wash and prepare your bike

Take 5 minutes to clean it, adjust the saddle, pump up the tyres and remove anything cluttering it (empty panniers, coiled lock…).

2 - Go for natural light

Take your photos outdoors, in daylight, ideally in the late afternoon (soft light). Avoid flash and shadowy areas.

3 - Choose a neutral background

A light-coloured wall, a quiet street, a plain background… The bike should be the centre of the picture, with no distracting elements.

4 - Vary the angles

Provide at least 3 to 5 photos:

• Full side view for the cover photo
• Detail of the handlebars or frame
• Wheels, brakes, gears
• Included accessories
• Close-up of a specific area in good condition

5 - Keep it level

Hold your phone straight. A tilted photo looks amateurish. Position the bike at lens height for a balanced image.

In summary