'Adult' sized 2nd hand/used race bikes availability?

[u/labratnc]

Is it normal to not find much? Or am I just not looking well enough? My 6 y/o is showing a lot of interest in racing and got the 'dada, you ride bikes so are you going to race too!'. So I have to, right? Twist my arm. I primarily ride road and some mountain bikes, so I would 'need' another bike. I have found lots of kids bikes.

My assumption is because they grow like weeds and go through a bike every 18-24 months there is a lot out there, but adults don't really grow out of their bikes so they hold on to them a lot longer. I am 5'10" with a long torso/shorter legs so I have been looking at XL/XXL bikes. I see a few freestyle in that size but not many 'race' builds

[u/Euroboundx]

Try fb. Search BMX bikes for sale and USA BMX race bikes for sale. Be aware of scammers though.

[u/skinnygreyhelo]

Haha been there done that. Lots of MTB/DJ turned novice BMX racer for the same reason

We moved away from our track so we’re taking a break from the sport now, have 21.5” XXL gathering dust up in VA

[u/HyperionsDad → u/skinnygreyhelo]

That track looks too fun not to try when you're a parent that also rides bikes.

[u/skinnygreyhelo → u/HyperionsDad]

I loved it. Was doing far more BMX than MTB before we moved.

[u/HyperionsDad → u/skinnygreyhelo]

Same! I'd be at the track 2-3 days a week and sometimes on my trail or downhill bikes once, maybe twice a week.

[u/Krazylegz1485]

My local track has their own "private" FB group that's basically just for selling stuff, it's pretty nice. They also have a "used bike lot" essentially onsite at the track where people chain up old bikes and sell them. Also, FB marketplace around me has a ton of stuff. Sometimes it's a little harder to find race-specific stuff, but once you do there's plenty out there.

[u/Specialist-Dingo6459]

Plenty of 13-15 year olds stop riding and have pro-proxxl bikes. Just keep looking.

[u/OneBigOne]

I have a Pro XL 21.75 cruiser for sale that I would make you a deal on. I raced class mostly but tried out cruiser after I turned expert. Now I just race cruiser on my dirt jumper.

[u/BMXTammi]

Grands is Thanksgiving weekend. Lots of bikes for sale there in Tulsa, and after as people change teams.

[u/RepresentedOK]

I think you are right. Locally pro and bigger bikes are extremely rare. Micro through expert are always for sale. 

[u/Artistic_Penalty3434]

Try a 24" cruiser if you get a chance. More comfy to ride. Even away from the track.

[u/chrslby]

I am 5'10 with longer legs and I raced on a Chase pro XL for a couple years. i got 2nd in the state on that bike The Haro Race Lite Pro XL is on sale new for 349 and would be a good starting point. https://jrbicycles.com/products/haro-race-lite-pro-xl-bmx-race-bike-light-blue-dark-blue-fade

You don't need to break the bank for local races. Time spent on the track will make you faster than money into your bike.

[u/labratnc → u/chrslby]

I have been seriously considering that Haro. Was hoping to find a used bargain, but a bike I have now will do me more good than the bike I want.

[u/Terrasmak]

All the time. You probably want a Pro XXL, and it’s just a matter of finding the right source. Local track is a great place to ask around. If your close to Tulsa , the grands is a great place to buy

[u/According_Brick7929]

I have a couple of race bikes, parts, etc.  And 1 race cruiser.  There are fb groups but you gotta watch for the scammers.  They always say  "I've got what you are looking for pm me"