Bikes are more than just a leisure activity — they’re a reliable mode of transportation. Properly storing your bike both protects it from the elements and from potential thieves. However, it can be difficult to add bike storage to already-full spaces, such as your garage. Instead, a bike storage shed in your backyard can provide you with a reliable spot to park your bicycle and help you maximize your storage space.
Bike Storage Shed Methods
There are several ways to store your bike in your shed. Some of the safest and most efficient ways include:
- On the Floor: Storing your bike on the floor is one of the most accessible ways to park your bike in the shed. However, there is a proper method to go about it that will protect the longevity of the bike. For instance, leaning it up against the shed could cause scratches or other damages. Also, if other equipment or materials are blocking your bike in, you’ll have to unload everything in the way to get to yours. Instead, consider installing a floor-mounted bike rack so your bike stays upright and accessible.
- Ceiling Storage: If your shed doesn’t have much floor space, hanging your bike from the ceiling is an easy way to make the most of your shed’s Lighter models, such as sport bikes, can be stored by hanging the bikes’ wheels on hooks. The main drawback to this method is your shed’s structural integrity. Make sure your roof can handle the weight of a bike before trying to install overhanging bike hooks.
- Wall Storage: Another popular method is to suspend the bike vertically against one of the shed’s walls. Bicycles can be secured either with a single hook or wall mounted bike racks. Hanging bikes on the walls takes up only about a third of the space that it does storing them on the floor. While it’s easier to load and unload a bike from the wall than reaching up and lowering bikes down from ceiling hooks, you’ll first need to ensure the shed’s walls can hold your bike’s weight.
Choosing the Right Bike Storage Shed for You
It’s important to invest in a high-quality shed for your bike storage needs. You’ll want a strong shed that can withstand the elements and keep your bike safe and secure. Not only will you need a shed that can fit the size of your bike, but you’ll need one that allows you to move in and out with ease. It’s also crucial to make sure your shed has proper ventilation, so your bike doesn’t deteriorate, especially during hot summer months. Fortunately, Superior Shed offers spacious, durable and ventilated shed models of all sizes for professional installation.
From custom-built sheds and steel buildings to gazeboes and carports, Superior Sheds provides a variety of versatile outdoor living and storage options. To learn more about our shed models, call us today at 1-877-439-7433 to discuss your specific building and storage space requirements.
