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How to Find Good Deals on Workout Equipment on eBay


There are great deals to be found on workout gear on eBay, but you need to be careful that you are really getting a good overall price and that you are dealing with an honest seller. Use these tips below and you will find that you can save a bunch of money and have some fun bidding for gear!

How to Find Gear

  • eBay categorizes all of its listings. Most of the gear you will be looking for will be located in the Sporting Goods category. But don't be surprised to find gear spread out across categories.
  • Find sellers that have set up stores on eBay that sell workout gear. They will typically have a decent selection of brands and sizes.
  • Track Favorite Sellers - If you have found a merchant that typically sells items that you want, you can add them as Favorite Sellers on your My eBay page. This let's you easily check in on what they are offering.

Don't Pay Too Much

  • Pay attention to the sellers return policy before you bid. Feel free to contact the seller to ask questions like Does the seller accept returns, or is the item sold 'as is'? Under what circumstances can you return the item? Do you have to return the item to the seller within a certain time period? What kind of refund does the seller provide? Who pays for return shipping and handling? Does the seller charge a restocking fee?
  • Pay attention to Shipping and Handling Charges - Carefully read the auction descriptions for shipping and handling charges. Some sellers charge way too much for this and it can turn what you thought was a good deal into no savings at all. Contact the seller before bidding if you are unclear on the shipping and handling charges.

Research the Seller

  • Check the sellers feedback profile. It will give you a report of users that have had good and bad experiences with the seller.
  • Be wary of a very low "Buy it Now" price. There are great deals to be had on eBay, but you are getting scammed if you think that you are going to buy a $4,000 bicycle for $200.
  • Avoid unorthodox payment methods - Don't do business with someone asking for a wire transfer or an e-check. Do not give them your bank account information. PayPal is a good option. They offer a buyer protection plan that covers many transactions up to $200. The majority of purchases may be covered under this plan up to $2,000. Look for the "See eligibility" link on the seller's page. Also check to see if your credit card offers purchase protection for eBay purchases.
  • Do not deal with sellers that only accept cash
  • Avoid sellers that want you to buy directly from them and not through eBay.
  • For higher-priced items, you can pay using an eBay approved escrow service like Escrow.com.

Don't be afraid to jump on eBay and see what is available. You can save yourself some serious money, which you can use for race entry fees!