Advertiser Disclosure

PedalMatch is a free service that helps you find the right e-bike for your needs. We're committed to providing honest, unbiased recommendations, and we want to be completely transparent about how we sustain our business while maintaining editorial independence.

1 How We Make Money

PedalMatch earns revenue through affiliate partnerships with e-bike retailers. Here's how it works:

This affiliate model allows us to provide our recommendation service completely free of charge. You never pay extra because you used our quiz.

2 Editorial Independence

We take our editorial integrity seriously. Here's how we maintain independence:

Algorithm-Based Matching

Our recommendation algorithm is designed solely around matching your needs with the right bike. The algorithm considers factors like:

• Your intended riding purpose (commuting, recreation, cargo hauling)
• The terrain you'll encounter (paved roads, hills, off-road trails)
• Your typical riding distance
• Your preferred riding style
• Features that matter most to you (range, speed, comfort, portability)
• Your budget constraints

Commission rates do not factor into our matching algorithm. A bike that pays us more will not rank higher than one that's a better fit for your needs.

Honest Product Information

We present accurate product information, including specifications, pricing, and features. We don't exaggerate benefits or hide drawbacks. Our goal is to help you make an informed decision, not just make a sale.

No Pay-for-Placement

Retailers cannot pay to be featured in our recommendations. Placement is determined entirely by how well a bike matches your quiz responses. We may partner with specific retailers, but within those partnerships, individual product recommendations are based on merit, not payment.

3 Our Retail Partners

We carefully select the retailers we partner with based on several criteria:

• Product Quality: They offer well-built e-bikes from reputable manufacturers
• Customer Service: They have a track record of good customer support
• Fair Pricing: Their prices are competitive and transparent
• Warranty and Returns: They stand behind their products with reasonable policies
• Shipping and Delivery: They provide reliable fulfillment services

We do not partner with retailers that we wouldn't feel comfortable recommending to our own friends and family. If we ever have concerns about a partner's practices, we will end the relationship.

4 Pricing Information

We strive to display accurate pricing, but there are some important things to know:

• Prices May Change: Prices are provided by retailers and may change at any time. Always verify the current price on the retailer's website before making a purchase.
• Sales and Promotions: Retailers frequently run promotions that may not be immediately reflected in our listings. You may find better deals on the retailer's site.
• Additional Costs: Displayed prices typically don't include shipping, taxes, or accessories. Factor these into your budget.
• Regional Variations: Prices may vary by location. The prices we show are generally for the US market.

5 What We Don't Do

To maintain your trust, there are certain practices we avoid:

6 Your Responsibility

While we work hard to provide helpful recommendations, ultimately you're responsible for making your own purchasing decisions. We encourage you to:

• Research any e-bike thoroughly before purchasing
• Read multiple reviews from various sources
• Test ride bikes when possible
• Compare prices across different retailers
• Understand the warranty and return policies
• Consider factors that our quiz might not capture (local terrain, storage space, etc.)

7 FTC Compliance

This disclosure is provided in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission's guidelines on endorsements and testimonials. The FTC requires that we clearly disclose any material connections between ourselves and the products we recommend.

If you have questions about our affiliate relationships or how we comply with FTC guidelines, please don't hesitate to contact us.

8 Questions or Concerns

We welcome questions about our business practices. If you have any concerns about our recommendations, affiliate relationships, or anything else, please reach out:

We believe that transparency builds trust. If you ever feel that we're not living up to the principles outlined in this disclosure, we want to hear about it so we can make it right.