Can a womens bike go on a bike rack?
The safest, easiest way to carry your women’s or alternative frame bike is with a hitch-mounted platform-style carrier. There are several reasons riders with alternative bike frames prefer hitch-mounted platform-style racks (particularly the wheel mount style) over other types.
How do I stop my bike from hitting each other on the rack?
A way to keep your bikes from bumping into each other on the bike rack is to put a barrier between the bikes. One easy but pricey solution is to buy detachable bike bumpers and attach them to where contact is made.
How do I know if a rack will fit my bike?
Your best bet is to hit your Local Bike Shop and see what they have available. Looking at the photo linked to, it does have the upper brazes for a rack. If I’m wrong, there are collars that fit on the seat tube that will provide them.
Is hanging your bike bad?
Hanging a bike up by its wheel is no problem at all. The wheel is designed to take loads far in excess of the weight of the bike. The only potential problem will be if the bike is held upright by the tyre and the tyre goes flat!
How do I hang my bike vertically?
If you have little space on your wall, hanging your bikes vertically by the wheel next to each other is a great space saver. However, some people suggest that you can damage your bicycle if you hang it by the front wheel.