Enhanced Affiliate & Earnings Transparency | TurinBikes
At TurinBikes, we want you to know exactly how the site is funded and why you can trust our recommendations. This page goes beyond our standard Affiliate Disclosure (/affiliate-disclosure) to provide deeper details on commissions, independence safeguards, and realistic earnings context.
The site is managed solely by Sachin Kadwal. No sponsors, no paid placements, no free products in exchange for positive reviews.
Last updated: February 2026
How We Earn Money
TurinBikes is 100% funded through affiliate commissions and (eventually) ads if scaled. When you click an affiliate link on our site and make a qualifying purchase, we may earn a small commission from the retailer — at no extra cost to you.We participate in these main programs (among others):
- Amazon Services LLC Associates Program
- Other cycling retailers (e.g., REI, Chain Reaction Cycles, Jenson USA – when available)
Commission Ranges by Program
We do not receive fixed fees or bonuses for rankings. Commissions vary by retailer and product category:
| Affiliate Program | Typical Commission Range | Notes / Examples |
|---|---|---|
| Amazon Associates | 1–10% (most often 3–8%) | Higher for luxury items (e.g., bikes), lower for accessories (e.g., seats). Varies monthly by Amazon rules. |
| REI Affiliate | 5–8% | Often flat for outdoor gear. |
| Other Cycling Retailers | 5–15% | Depends on brand (e.g., higher for direct e-bike sellers). |
These are industry-standard ranges (publicly disclosed by programs). Actual earnings depend on what you buy, not our recommendations.
Rankings & Recommendations Are Never Influenced by Commissions
- No paid rankings — A product with higher commission does not get better placement. If data shows it’s poor (e.g., bad user reviews, durability issues), we say so.
- Scoring is data-driven — See our Our Review & Recommendation Process for objective weights (comfort/value first).
- Tested independence — We regularly review our own content to ensure no bias (e.g., if a low-commission item outperforms, it ranks higher).
- No free products for reviews — All analysis based on public data, not samples.
Realistic Earnings Examples (Anonymous & Aggregated)
To give context (not exact personal figures, as site is new/solo):
- Monthly earnings vary widely based on traffic and conversions.
- Example scenario (based on similar niche affiliate sites with 5k–20k monthly visitors): $50–$500/month from Amazon links alone in early stages.
- With growth (e.g., 50k+ visitors, strong guides): Potentially $1,000–$5,000+/month possible, but this is not guaranteed and depends on honest content driving real value.
- We share this to show transparency — earnings support site maintenance (hosting, tools, research time), not luxury.
These are rough, industry-typical estimates — no cherry-picking or hype
Your Privacy & Choice
- Affiliate links are clearly marked (e.g., with #ad or disclosure note).
- You can always buy directly from the retailer if preferred — no pressure.
- We comply fully with FTC guidelines and disclose relationships openly.
If you have questions about our affiliate practices, earnings, or spot any potential bias, email us directly — we respond and review seriously.
Thanks for reading this far. Transparency like this is core to why we built TurinBikes: to help riders, not just monetize.
Sachin Kadwal
SEO Analyst | Sole Researcher & Editor
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