I bought this same bike rack YEARS ago. Not sure if it was the same company as now, but I really liked it then and I love it now.
I had been searching for years for good vertical bike storage solutions as I don't have room anywhere for a horizontal storage option.
Saw one other reviewer said they used it this way so I gave it a shot. SO HAPPY I DID!
My one suggestion: don't assemble while listening to music or especially wearing headphones!! I did this and didn't hear the drywall in my ceiling crunching under the torque when I tightened it for the final tighten. It's ultimately ok as there is a support beam under it, so it just put a crack and indent in the ceiling, but if you didn't have a support beam or stud under that pressure, I imagine it would push right through the ceiling. It's definitely going to be a project to fix that someday, but I own my home and plan on this being here for a long time. If you rent though, or are trying different spots out for it, that damage to the ceiling could be significant!
Apart from that, which is no reflection on the product, just my not realizing that could be an outcome of tightening it so strongly, the product is great. Looks sharp, does what it is meant to.
And all you folks looking for ways to store vertically...this is it! I saw a post where the customer set up the hooks for the tire. I didn't feel like that was safe for my bike, as it was near impossible to get the hanging brackets set to a point where it wouldn't strain the spokes. So I put mine lower to grab the back frame bar. I feel much better doing this as that is a much stronger contact point, it isn't pulling on a front tire/fork or tweaking/potentially breaking spokes. Also as the back tire is locked into the frame, unlike the front tire, it's not going to twist as you lift it or as it's resting there.
Good luck!
| Material | Aluminum |
|---|---|
| Color | Black |
| Special Feature | Lightweight |
| Product Dimensions | 9"D x 4"W x 37.5"H |
| Shelf Type | Corner Shelf |
| Number of Shelves | 2 |
| Room Type | Outdoor |
| Finish Type | Polished |
| Assembly Required | Yes |
| Mounting Type | Ceiling Mount |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Sporting Goods |
| Included Components | Bike Stand |
| Item Weight | 13 Pounds |
| Brand | RAD Cycle Products |
| Style | Aluminium |
| Shelf Weight Capacity | 200 Pounds |
| UPC | 610708145509 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00610708145509 |
| Manufacturer | RAD Cycle Products |
| Part Number | 2024 Aluminum Bike Rack |
| Item Weight | 13 pounds |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Item model number | 83-DT5248 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Size | Medium |
| Finish | Polished |
| Item Package Quantity | 1 |
| Number Of Pieces | 1 |
| Special Features | Lightweight |
| Batteries Included? | No |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Warranty Description | 30 day |
