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Storing Bikes
I'm looking to make some room in the shed for a new bike..
Space is a problem.
What is the considered opinion of 'hanging' a bike by the front wheel...
Big hook in roof spar and hook bike up...!
Does this not put a lot of strain in the front forks...?
Any experience out there...?
If you're new please join in and if you have questions pop them below and the forum regulars will answer as best we can.
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i find a bike hoist works well
http://www.amazon.co.uk/Garage-Bicycle-Cycle-Storage-Ceiling/dp/B0044RZ8IE/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1370421293&sr=8-3&keywords=bike+lift
If you are going to hang a bike by the wheel. The rear is preferable. Because the way the drop outs (unless its a track bike) are shaped, it gives you extra protection
Whats wrong with hanging it by the back wheel? (Alu frame) This is what I do with my road bike with Carbon forks, My hybrid has steel forks so I still hang it by the front wheel. I put soft cloth on the hook first so as avoid marking the rims - jobs a good un!
you can get a hook that hangs the bike by the pedal, which doesn't put any strain on the frame or fork. you need a wall though, so maybe not an option for a shed. to be honest if the fork can't cope with the weight of the rest of the bike you'd better not load it up with your body mass