Storing Bikes In Small Spaces

Let’s face it. Bikes and storage of bikes can take up a lot of space. But, we need our bikes, especially if we love the sport of cycling.

As we move towards smaller living spaces how do we accommodate our two wheeled transportation? We can’t just leave it in the living room as a conversation piece having it get in the way and having to move it every time we cross the room.

Once out of the downtown core of the big city and out in the suburbs or out in the country, there is a lot of room for bike storage. The garage, left on the porch or even chained to something outside. However, for the city dwellers, bikes are just as important as cars or public transit but do we leave our bike locked on the front porch or in the backyard subject to weather and thieves? Do we leave it in a spare room or on the balcony as an eye sore?

Some of you may be lucky enough to have a garage or a storage locker but for others the storage of your bike is a serious issue. Companies are realizing the need for attractive, usable storage systems for bikes and have come out with some bike racks that are outstanding!

With new racks on the market, bikes can even become a focal point of a room for conversation. With prices of bikes now getting into the thousands of dollars some of us want to show off our bike or at least have it stored properly. Today’s bike racks run from single, simple wall mounts to ones with book shelves and racks. Whether you go to your local hardware store for a hook to mount into the wall or ceiling or whether your tastes and budget allow for something a little more stylish there is something everyone.

This North American made rack mounts to wall studs and acts as a book shelf. How cool is that?

This European beauty can hold all your bike accessories including your helmet. Everything for your bike in one place!

… and this is our favourite. A freestanding unit that can be set up just about anywhere. This beauty looks just as good in a living room as it would in a basement or garage.

So whether your needs are simple from just a large hook installed in the wall to something a little more exotic like the examples above, you can get that two wheeled transportation system up and out of the way in a variety of contemporary and creative ways.

If you are struggling with finding ways to create more storage space in your home and don’t know where to begin, let us guide you in the right direction. If you think you need the help of a professional organizer, but are undecided, then check this blog post out to assist you in that decision. We can help!