Distributors

Distributors are a necessity for any collective or co-op. They are the middle-man of the bicycle industry, and your connection to cheaper parts and manufacturers.

Looking at the requirements it may seem impossible to get an account as a new organization, but if you are honest and describe your situation -- most of them will help you out.

Quality Bicycle Products

• http://www.qbp.com/

Requirements To Establish an Account

• A current phone bill showing your company name.
• Proof of liability insurance binder.
• Pictures of your business including: storefront with signage, warehouse, retail bike department and shop/service area.
• A completed QBP New Dealer Application.
• Account candidates must demonstrate the ability to conduct themselves professionally and courteously throughout the application process
• Web/Mail order accounts must have a physical retail location that allows the business to serve its customers face-to-face during regular retail hours.

Contact

• 800-346-0004 phone
• 952-941-9391 phone
• 952-941-9799 fax
• 6400 W. 105th Street; Bloomington, MN 55438

United Bicycle Parts

• http://www.unitedbicycle.com/

Ron handles non-profits.

United Bicycle Supply

• http://www.biketoolsetc.com/ (they don't have a website yet, so they use this one)

Contact

• 800-572-4988 fax
• 800-225-8287 phone
• ubs@bisp.net

Wilson Bicycle Sales

• http://www.wilsonbike.com/

Requirements To Establish an Account

• Store front in area zoned for business.
• Repair Department
• Tax ID Number
• Re-sale License

Contact

• 510.471.7520 phone
• 510.487.2676 fax
• sales@wilsonbike.com
• 31157 Wiegman Road; Hayward, CA 94544