The Ultimate Vanlife Bike Storage Guide
Introduction Hook: “When space is at a premium, how you carry your bikes can make or break your vanlife experience.” Mention common frustrations: heavy hitch racks, blocked rear doors, lost storage. Promise: this guide will compare the most popular bike storage options and show why vertical fork-mounting (Bike-Hook) stands out.
7 Must-Attend Fall Mountain Bike Festivals for Vanlife Riders
7. Whitney Classic – California When: Late September/October adkmtbfestival.com+2southernliving.com+2A 136-mile endurance ride from the lowest to the highest point in the contiguous U.S.—Badwater Basin to Whitney Portal. Perfect for top-of-mountain profiles and long-haul load setups, and Bike-Hook frees up your rear for fuel, gear, or solar panels. Whitney Classic
How to Swap Your Front Fork Hub Block on a Bike-Hook
2. Access the Mounting Hardware Once the cap is off, you’ll see two 7/16" nuts inside.Use one wrench on the inside and one on the outside to loosen and remove the bolts and nuts holding the fork block in place.
Bike-Hook: The Compact, Low-Cost Bike Mount for 1–4 Bikes on Your Van
Access Without the Swing: Unlike traditional bike racks that swing out 4 feet or more, Bike-Hooks let you open your rear doors anytime, even with bikes mounted. Budget-friendly: Bike-Hooks offer a fraction of the cost of bulky swing racks or vertical hitch carriers.