Best time of year to buy ....

[defy-one]

As above - i have my MTB for now, so whats the best time of year to buy a new bike (sales,discounts etc)

Some folks say it's better to buy last years model as they will always be at a lower price - even then what's the best time of year to walk into your lbs with the readies?


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[subaqua]

end of August, Early september. most new models come out in September so dealers may try to get rid of last years model with some hefty discount.

 

[Beebo]

Probably late summer / early autumn just as the 2013 models are coming on line. They will discount the 2012 models.

 

[defy-one]

Thanks folks - i can wait (just)

What is the usual price drop? (10%,20% or more)


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[fossyant]

Depends on model, make etc. If you aren't fussed then you could get upto 50% sometimes. Most major manufacturers won't give that much though 10% 20% !

But keep your eye out. Got a budget to blow yet ?

 

[Moodyman]

Also depends on the type of bike.

Autumn tends to be good for road bikes (racers, sportive bikes) & tourers. Cyclocross tend to be full price as they're just starting the racing season.

MTBs are popular year-round, so it's a case of when the retailer wants to offload old stock.

 

[defy-one]

I'll be looking for a road/sportive as I have a MTB already - but excellent point