Bike Transportation

As the times of the last few generations have changed and the migration of peoples from city from rural areas has been in transformation, so has the accessibility for bikers across the United States. For millions across America the ability to just step out of your door and go on a nice and peaceful bike ride has greatly diminished. Most people now live in an area where a busy road way poses a hazardous blockade to their favorite set of trails, paths, or open country road. If this is you, and you feel like you are missing out on the cycling action, then a form of bike transportation may be needed.

Some adequate options for bike transportation include just throwing your bike into the bed of a truck to even strapping it on like a gigantic star on small Christmas tree to your tiny little compact car. Although some people have formulated ways to fit their bikes inside the cabin of their small cars, one option that could alleviate the headaches that come with this ordeal is called a bike rack.

Bike racks come in a large array of options that are sure to be compatible to your car and liking. Car racks have been constructed by various companies over the years that are aimed at all car types, including SUVs, trucks, and even, yes, your small compact car. A SUV and truck hitch rack usually sits uprights and is probably the easiest way to carry a number of bikes. Most of these racks have the capacity to carry up to 4 bikes with safety. Hitch racks are also, in my point of view, the easiest type of rack to maneuver and user friendly. Not only are these racks easy to use, but they are the sturdiest kind of bike rack that one could purchase.

Another type of car rack that has been built and used over the years is aimed for the smaller cars. These racks usually only carry up to 2 bikes, and are less sturdy and user friendly. These types of racks strap onto the trunk of ones car. These types of racks are cheaper though.

If you are a person that is a little more mechanically able, then a roof rack also is a great option for a bike rack, which is very sturdy, but less user friendly. With a roof rack, one most hoist the bike onto the roof after removing the front wheel from the frame, and setting it onto its strap holds.

One last rack type that has been recently made is used for trucks. These racks use a small front wheel holder in the bed of the truck in order to secure the bike while it is standing up, instead of laying it down.

So after hearing these various options it might be useful to consider paying a few hundred dollars to make your life a little easier, and giving you the capability to go ride anywhere that your heart desires.

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