Choosing your bicycle rack for your campervan
4. Ladder-Mounted Racks Some campervans come with rear ladders, which can be a great spot to attach a bike rack. These racks mount directly onto the ladder, making use of space that would otherwise go unused. ✅ Pros: Doesn’t block access to doors or hitches. Compact and space-saving design. Affordable compared to other options. ❌ Cons: Limited weight capacity (usually just one or two bikes). Requires a sturdy ladder for proper support. Not ideal for heavy mountain bikes or e-bikes.
New ideas to maximize van storage for cycling adventures
We use our van as a basecamp, and organization makes all the difference. Cycling gear takes up a lot of space, and so does everything else stored in the van. The LoftLocker from Aspen Frontiers hangs duffels as cabinets and is a simple, flexible way to store gear overhead or...
