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Are you and your family keen cyclists?
If so, do you have a place to store bikes in your garage?
Rather than leaning them all against the wall, you could free up space with a bike rack.
This article helps you find the best garage bike rack for you.
Our top pick is the Saris Glide Bike Storage Ceiling Rack for its flexible modular system, easy access and high load capacity.
We’ll also be giving you some great buying advice.
Top 17 Best Garage Bike Racks Reviewed
Check out our reviews of several diverse bike racks and holders.
These include storage solutions for all budgets.
1. Saris Glide Bike Storage Ceiling Rack (best overall)
- Number Of Bikes Held: 4
For its simplicity, clever design and modular potential, the Saris Glide Bike Storage Ceiling Rack is at the top of our review list.
This space-saving rack holds up to four bikes by their wheels.
An appealing feature of this Saris solution is its expandability.
Buy an add-on kit to increase capacity by a further two bikes!
This rack is suitable for many types of bikes with wheelbases up to 56” and a maximum 2.5” tire width.
A patented glider design gives you easy access to each bike, so there’s no problem with bikes obstructing each other.
What We Like
- Design – sliding design gives easy bike access.
- Load – accommodates heavy bikes up to 50 lbs.
- Modular – an add-on kit increases capacity.
What We Don’t Like
- Tires – cannot hold fat bikes.
2. PRO BIKE TOOL Swivel Bike Wall Hanger (best vertical rack)
- Number Of Bikes Held: 1
The cleverly designed PRO BIKE TOOL Swivel Bike Wall Hanger holds your bike vertically against the wall by its front wheel.
Usefully, you can swivel it around during storage to hold the bike flat against the wall.
An angled, dip-coated hook holds your bike wheel without exerting undue pressure or damaging the wheel rim.
Mounting screws are included for concrete, masonry or stud walls.
Impressively, this rack can hold bikes up to 66.2 lbs in weight.
What We Like
- Storage – can hold bikes in multiple positions.
- Load – holds bikes of up to 66 lbs.
- Versatile – suits most bike types.
What We Don’t Like
- Tires – wheel cradle probably won’t hold fat-bike tires.
3. Feedback Sports Velo Wall Storage Rack (best horizontal rack)
- Number Of Bikes Held: 1
Flexible in its design, the Feedback Sports Velo Wall Storage Rack holds bikes horizontally by their top tube.
Its two arms are individually adjustable to cater for different sizes and shapes of bikes.
The cradles of this bike rack hold your bikes 13.5” from the wall.
Thanks to a generous load capacity of 70 lbs, there aren’t many bikes this rack can’t hold.
What We Like
- Load – strong rack with a 70-pound load capacity.
- Flexible – adjustable arms accommodate various bikes.
- Rubber – rubberized design protects the bike finish.
What We Don’t Like
- Frames – may be a challenge to mount step-through bikes.
4. Flat Bike Lift Overhead Bike Rack (best ceiling rack)
- Number Of Bikes Held: 1
If you can wait for delivery, the Italian-made Flat Bike Lift Overhead Bike Rack offers an ingenious way to store bikes overhead.
It includes a hydro-pneumatic lifting system so you can load your bike at ground level before raising it easily to the ceiling.
This pneumatic garage bike hoist is intended for 8ft to 8.5 ft garage ceilings, though you can order an extension arm from the manufacturer for higher ceilings.
What We Like
- Easy Lift – hydro-pneumatic for effortless lifting.
- Quality – solidly built product.
- Service – responsive customer service.
What We Don’t Like
- Wait – several weeks to wait.
5. Delta Cycle Michelangelo Gravity Rack (best floor rack)
- Number Of Bikes Held: 2
If you’re looking for a freestanding floor rack that needs no installation, consider the Delta Cycle Michelangelo 2-Bike Gravity Rack.
This rack lets you store two bikes in the same floor space.
Thanks to the rack’s independently adjustable arms, you can adapt it to any type or shape of bike.
It can take a maximum load of 100 lbs, which allows for e-bikes.
What We Like
- No drilling – no need to drill holes in the wall.
- Protect – soft sleeves preserve the bike’s finish.
- Assembly – easy to assemble.
What We Don’t Like
- Top tube – works best on bikes with tall top tubes.
6. Garage Gator Motorized 8-Bike Lift (best for multiple bikes)
- Number Of Bikes Held: 8
If you have a family of cyclists, the Garage Gator Motorized 8-Bike Lift is the storage solution for you!
It has a total capacity of 220 lbs and lets you load bikes at ground level before hoisting them to the ceiling at the push of a button.
This elevating rack comes with eight soft-sleeved hooks, which you attach to the seat post of every bike.
The nose of each saddle sits over the top of the lifting bar.
What We Like
- Overhead – ceiling storage (max 15 ft) with no manual lifting.
- Versatile – store bikes and other items if you wish.
- Easy – easy to use with simple push-button lifting.
What We Don’t Like
- DIY – installation will be daunting for some.
7. Koova Wall Mount Bike Storage Rack (best value rack)
- Number Of Bikes Held: 3
The Koova Wall Mount Bike Storage Rack is durably constructed, easy to use, and appealingly priced.
It’s made from powder-coated steel and has a 200+ lbs capacity.
This Koova rack holds bikes by their wheel rims using angled hooks that won’t damage spokes.
The hooks can accommodate wheels up to 3” wide.
Koova supplies larger hooks for fat bikes upon request.
There are two extra hooks on the rack for storing your bike helmets.
What We Like
- Value – a neat storage solution for the money.
- Durable – steel components with powder-coated finish.
- Guarantee – lifetime satisfaction guarantee.
What We Don’t Like
- Fat – doesn’t accommodate 4-inch+ fat bike wheels.
8. Delta Cycle Jumbo J Hooks (best budget option)
- Number Of Bikes Held: 1 or 2
Ideal for anyone on a budget are the Delta Cycle Jumbo J Hooks.
These mount into the center of a ceiling joist and have a maximum load capacity of 50 lbs per hook.
The hooks are rubber coated to protect the finish of your wheel rims.
These oversized hooks can hold on to almost any bike and are broad enough to hold fat-bike wheels.
They’re made with industrial-grade, powder-coated steel.
What We Like
- Economical – simple and inexpensive bike storage.
- Robust – oversized steel hooks with powder-coated finish;
- Protect – rubber-coated hooks to avoid scratching wheel rims.
What We Don’t Like
- Rubber – rubber coating can start to slip off (resolvable issue).
9. Thule Bike Stacker Storage Unit
- Number Of Bikes Held: 2
If you haven’t the time nor the inclination for DIY, the Thule Bike Stacker Storage Unit is a great option.
This free-standing bike rack from a trusted brand has adjustable hanger arms that you can slide up and down to level each bike up.
The arms have V-shaped cradles made from soft plastic to avoid damage to your bike.
Robustly constructed from steel, this Thule rack stands 84” tall.
What We Like
- Install – easy assembly with a screwdriver and no drilling.
- Strong – sturdy alloy steel construction.
- Protective – soft-plastic cradles to protect the bike’s finish.
What We Don’t Like
- Cost – a lot of money for a stand.
10. Delta Cycle Leonardo Da Vinci Bike Storage Hook and Tray
- Number Of Bikes Held: 1
The Delta Cycle Leonardo Da Vinci Bike Storage Hook and Tray offers a simple and elegant way to vertically store your bike.
It supports the front wheel of your bike with a tray and hook at the same time to keep it steady.
Basic though it is, this storage hook can hold a bike of up to 40 lbs.
It can accommodate tires up to 2.5” in width.
Delta makes an alternative model if you want to store a fat bike,
What We Like
- Affordable – bike storage needn’t cost a small fortune.
- Durable – robust metal hook with powder-coated finish.
- Versatile – holds most types of bikes.
What We Don’t Like
- Protrudes – the bike sticks out from the wall, so it still takes up some space.
11. Waterluu Heavy-Duty Storage Hooks
- Number Of Bikes Held: 6
Anyone seeking a budget solution to bike storage would be hard-pushed to beat Waterluu Heavy-Duty Storage Hooks as a solution.
Made from galvanized steel, these plastic-coated hooks can hold an impressive 100 lbs apiece.
The Waterluu hooks are suitable for holding bikes by their wheels.
They’ll fit around road and gravel tires from 23mm to 47mm in width and up to 2.5-inch wide MTB tires.
What We Like
- Cheap – space-saving storage for negligible cost.
- Strong – capable of holding heavy bikes.
- Coated – plastic coating protects wheel rims and is non-slip.
What We Don’t Like
- Drilling – you’ll need to drill holes.
12. Topeak Dual-Touch Bike Storage Stand
- Number Of Bikes Held: 2 (up to 4 possible)
A “pole” type bike stand that reaches from floor to ceiling is the Topeak Dual-Touch Bike Storage Stand.
You can install this in garages with ceilings up to 10.5 ft high.
The stand has a weight capacity of 39.7 lbs per mount.
It comes with two mounts, but you can add two more if necessary.
Each mount on the stand has a 30-degree adjustment, which allows it to hold bikes with sloping top tubes.
What We Like
- Design – functional and clever storage system.
- Adjustable – 30° mount adjustment for angled bike frames.
- QR – quick-release foot and QR upper clamp.
What We Don’t Like
- Tension – a bit tricky to get the tension right.
13. Foundation Bike Hanger
- Number Of Bikes Held: 1
A budget-conscious solution to bike storage is the Foundation Bike Hanger.
Mount this hanger against a wall stud in your garage and hang your bike vertically by the wheel.
The Foundation Bike Hanger features a large arm and rubber-sleeved hook that loops easily through your wheel.
It takes up very little space on the wall.
Of course, there’s the option of buying more than one if you have multiple bikes.
What We Like
- Inexpensive – cost-effective bike storage.
- Durable – well-made metal hanger.
- Protects – large sleeved hook doesn’t damage your bike.
What We Don’t Like
- Sticks out – saves space, but your bike does still protrude outwards.
14. Saris Bike Bunk 2-Bike Storage Stand
- Number Of Bikes Held: 2
The Saris Bike Bunk 2-Bike Storage Stand is a freestanding bike holder that can be optionally secured to the wall with the supplied screws (not necessary according to Saris).
Cushioned pads protect the floor and wall that the stand rests on.
Although the arms of this stand are not individually adjustable, you can slide them up and down the stand to find the optimum position.
What We Like
- Easy install – doesn’t need fixing to the wall.
- Simple – uncomplicated functionality.
- Protective – rubber sleeves on bike arms and padding at contact points.
What We Don’t Like
- Adjustment – lack of individual arm adjustment may make some bikes hard to mount.
15. Steadyrack Vertical Bike Rack
- Number Of Bikes Held: 1
If you want to store your bike vertically without any strenuous lifting, the Steadyrack Vertical Bike Rack is the solution.
You simply wheel the bike into the rack by its back wheel and slide it onto the arms.
The arms of this rack swivel 160°, so you can save space by storing the bike against the wall.
With a maximum load capacity of 77 lbs, the rack holds almost any bike.
What We Like
- Design – cleverly designed yet simple to use.
- Strong – holds bikes up to 77 lbs.
- Pivot – a 160° swivel movement lets you store bikes close to the wall.
What We Don’t Like
- Unclear – be aware that this product is sold individually and not as a pair.
16. Feedback Sports Velo Wall Post
- Number Of Bikes Held: 1
You can hang your bike in a variety of ways on the Feedback Sports Velo Wall Post.
Either suspend it under the saddle nose or hang it up by the frame or wheels.
There are soft inserts in the post to protect the finish of your bike.
The bracket includes cutouts for a lock for those that want to add a level of security.
What We Like
- Lock-ready – cutouts in the bracket accommodate a lock.
- Protects – soft inserts protect the bike’s finish.
- Foldable – folds upward when not in use.
What We Don’t Like
- Cost – a little expensive for what it is, but a top product.
17. Portland Design Works Hooptie Hook Bike
- Number Of Bikes Held: 1
Simple and effective, the Portland Design Works Hooptie Hook Bike holds your bike by hooking around its front wheel rim.
The contoured hook with rubber coating holds tires up to 2.5” wide and holds a bike of up to 33 lbs.
This robust bike holder is made from hardened steel and has a powder-coated finish to protect against scratches and corrosion.
What We Like
- Simplicity – elegant design and easy to use.
- Materials – made of hardened steel.
- Soft – a rubberized hook protects your bike’s finish and decals.
What We Don’t Like
- Width – fairly narrow 2.5” tire-width limit
Types Of Bike Racks For The Garage
Bike racks come in several different forms, ranging from stunningly simple and minimalistic to ingenious and sophisticated.
We’ll look at a variety of bike racks and storage options now.
Hooks (The Simplest Option)
They’re not bike racks as such, but hooks are commonly used as an elementary way of storing bikes.
Typically, they’ll be screwed into the wall and hold a bike by one or both of its wheels.
Bike hooks have a rubber or plastic coating to prevent damage to the bike’s finish.
The quality of this coating or sleeve can vary quite a bit and in lesser products may become detached from the hook.
Freestanding Floor Racks
Floor racks can either support bikes at ground level, as they would in a bike shed, or they can hold bikes off the ground one over the other.
The problem with the first type is that they don’t save loads of floor space, though they do keep your bikes organized.
Some freestanding floor racks hold your bikes (typically two) against a wall without any need for drilling.
They work on gravity alone.
These do save considerable floor space, as you’re utilizing the height of your garage.
Wall Racks
Wall racks come in two basic forms: fixed racks that hold your bike outward and pivoted racks that let you swing the bike flat against the wall.
Any wall rack can save space in a garage if you choose the location carefully.
If you only have one or two bikes to store, storing them flat against a wall makes a lot of sense.
But the ability to store multiple bikes spaced alongside each other is also more efficient than having them randomly propped up in a garage.
Some DIY is needed to install wall racks.
You’ll usually need to locate a wall stud or beam to drill into and maybe use a plastic anchor to hold the fixing in place.
The quality of supplied hardware with bike racks varies, so a trip to the hardware store may help.
Ceiling Racks
Ceiling racks are the ultimate solution if you want to create space in a garage.
After all, they take up air space that you’re unlikely to be using in any other way.
Of course, you must check the height of your garage before installing a ceiling rack.
You might need to park a vehicle beneath the rack, so you need to ensure you’ll have enough clearance for that.
Ceiling racks vary a lot in design.
You might need to reach up to load and unload your bikes using hooks.
Some ceiling racks have a mechanical or electric hoist, which is especially useful if you have heavy or bulky bikes.
One of our review products uses a hydro-pneumatic lifting system that takes all the effort out of raising a bike to the ceiling.
Not many ceiling racks hold bikes flat to the ceiling.
Pole Racks
A pole rack is one that is “wedged” between the floor and ceiling.
The height of the bike rack is adjustable.
These racks will fit into garages with various ceiling heights.
The tricky part with this rack is getting the tension right between the floor and ceiling.
To avoid damaging the ceiling, you should place the rack beneath a beam or joist.
You can also place something with a larger surface area between the pole and ceiling.
Racks With Locks?
It’s often possible to lock bikes to bike racks.
A determined thief who has accessed your garage may break a lock, something like a heavy gauge chain lock is a wise idea.
You can also install a ground or wall anchor to lock your bike to.
Video: Installing A Wall Or Ground Anchor For Locking Bikes
Garage Bike Racks: FAQs
Below, you’ll find some commonly asked questions concerning bike racks.
Can I Assemble A Bike Rack On My Own?
Yes, assembling the bike rack is usually achievable without DIY experience.
You might want help drilling holes into wall studs or ceilings for installation, however, in instances where that’s necessary.
What Is The Best Way To Store Multiple Bikes In A Garage?
Probably the best way to store several bikes in a garage is overhead, as this leaves you with maximum floor space.
It also leaves wall space for shelving or other garage equipment.
Is It Okay To Hang A Bike From Its Wheel?
Yes, it’s considered safe to hang bikes by their wheels, since wheel rims are designed to cope with the stress of rider weight and force.
Be wary of hooks near rim decals.
What Is The Correct Way To Hang A Bicycle?
If you’re going to hang a bike from the ceiling, it’s best to hang it by the wheels.
If you have to reach up to unload the bike, it’s easier to take it by the frame and handlebar than by the wheels.
How Much Space Do You Need To Hang A Bike?
That rather depends on the bike size and the design of the rack.
Some wall racks and ceiling racks can hold a bike flat against their respective surfaces, so they may not intrude on your garage space by much more than a foot or so.
How Do I Protect My Bike In The Garage?
One way to protect your bike from garage theft is to install a wall anchor and then lock the bike to it with a heavy-duty chain.
Other locks like double deadbolt U-locks with thick 16mm+ shackles are a challenge for thieves.
Final Thoughts
Looking back over our garage bike rack reviews, the Saris Glide Bike Storage Ceiling Rack takes top spot for its excellent utilization of ceiling space, clever design and add-on potential.
In second place, the PRO BIKE TOOL Swivel Bike Wall Hanger is a well-designed vertical hanger that lets you swivel your bike flat to the wall for extra floor space.
It can hold heavy bikes, too.
Next on our review list is the simple but effective Feedback Sports Velo Wall Storage Rack.
This is good for its individually adjustable arms, which enhances its ability to hold various shapes of bikes.
We wish you luck in finding your ideal garage bike rack!
Read more: How to store your bike outside
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