Clug mtb
At just eight by eight centimetres, Clug is probably the smallest bike rack and looks as stylish as if it came straight from a design studio. You simply clamp the front tyre between its plastic jaws and the bike is neatly stored on the wall. The rear tyre stands on the ground as a support. A maximum of 2.5 inch wide tyres should fit in the clamp. With large tyres, however, things can get tight.
Info/price/weight* www.bikewelt.de/19,90 Euro/89 gram
Load capacity/tyre width not specified/62 millimetres
Cycloc Solo
The Cycloc Solo could also hang in the Museum of Modern Art. The plastic sculpture by Andrew Lang even accommodates large tube diameters or non-round profiles. Handlebars over 65 centimetres wide or full frames can be problematic. For aesthetes, however, there is hardly a more stylish alternative. The cylinder also has space for small accessories and a lock can be threaded through the two openings.
Info/price/weight* www.cycloc.com/69,90 Euro/1185 gram
Load capacity/tyre width 17.5 kilos/approx. 65 centimetres
HG Innovation bike caddie
The two painted aluminium rails can accommodate tyres up to 5.5 centimetres wide. Acrylic glass protects the wall behind from rubber abrasion. To prevent the bike from tipping off the rails, it is held in place by a hook. This dangles from the wall on a stylish aluminium cube. The Colourline bike caddy is available in four colours or alternatively in an almost invisible acrylic glass version.
Info/price/weight* www.hginnovation.eu/91,90 Euro/1850 gram
Load capacity/tyre width not specified/55 millimetres
Orgasystems Pedal Parker
Could it be any easier? You lift the bike, lower the pedal into the fit - and it hangs on the wall with the pedal and both tyre flanks. A bracket supplied supports the rear wheel. The bike can be secured with a lock in the small eyelet. However, the longer the free axle area of the pedal, the further the bike tilts away from the wall. The fiery red Pedal Parker is a robust system for the basement.
Info/price/weight* www.orgasystems.info/15,40 Euro/462 gram
Load capacity/tyre width no indication/no restriction
Tacx Bikebracket
Like a butler, the Bikebracket stretches its arms out from the wall and is just waiting to carry the load of your favourite piece of equipment. The plastic arms can be removed and there are hooks for helmets or clothing on the underside. With a maximum handlebar width of 65 centimetres, the rubberised rack is more likely to accommodate classic and racing bikes. Our tip: Hang up your racing bike and go biking.
Info/price/weight* www.tacx.com/39,90 Euro/869 gram
Load capacity/tyre width 25 kilos/640 millimetres
Topeak OneUP Wall Rack
Before the OneUp is mounted on the wall, you first have to get busy crafting. The holder is delivered to your home as a DIY kit. The bike then hangs vertically on the rubberised hook to save space. A second plastic recess protects the rear tyre from dirt on the wall. Two adjustable hooks hold the helmet and accessories. Caution: the OneUP reaches its limits with higher profile rims and thick tyres.
Info/price/weight* www.topeak.de/44,95 Euro/683 gram
Load capacity/tyre width 16 kilos/60 millimetres
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Stefan Frey
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