Hanging Bike Garage Design

Using a simple bike hook is a quick and easy solution for your garage bicycle storage. You can go super simple and purchase a set of hooks online or at the hardware store for a few dollars or you can the added convenience of a hook designed specifically for holding a bike.

When considering using bike hooks to store your bicycle, first decide if you want to hang your bike vertically from the ceiling or if you want to have it supported horizontally on your wall. What you want to keep in mind is that if you hang the bike from the ceiling, it may be harder for a shorter person or child to access.
The installation is simple. You will just need to screw the hook into the wall or ceiling of your garage or screw in the hardware if you go with a more advanced bike hook. Be sure that you are screwing the bike hook into a post in the wall or a rafter in the ceiling so it can support the weight of your bike. Before making your purchase there are some things you'll want to consider such as the type of accessible floor or wall space you have, the number of bicycles your family owns and the amount you are prepared to spend. Bear in mind that if your bikes differ in size and design (whether they belong to children or adults) you must ensure the racks you select support their specific dimensions. Take into account if you use your bikes frequently you will want to store them safely out of the way yet have them within easy reach. Perhaps older children in your family might like to get hold of their bicycles whenever they want without the assistance of an adult. On the other hand if you live in a cold climate and during winter months you don't ride your bicycles, you should know that wheels are best kept up off concrete floors as this will prevent flat spots and reduce wear and tear on tires and seals. In all situations a wall bike rack is the perfect solution.

A common way to hang a bike is vertically from the ceiling using the hook to support either the front or back wheel. By doing this you only need one hook per bike. An advantage of using hooks to hang your bike is the low cost. A second advantage is that you can easily move the hook to a different location in your garage if you need to. A disadvantage is that your bike may not be as easy to access. This can be a problem if you ride often or if you are trying to store kid's bikes as they will likely not be able to pull the bike down safely by themselves.