Why Tailgate Vans Have Always Been Difficult for Bike Storage
The Hatchback Problem Nobody Talks About For years, Bike-Hook has worked incredibly well on rear-door vans. The reason is actually pretty simple: open the rear doors place the Bike-Hook onto the exposed door jamb close the doors the system locks securely into place That simple loading process is one of the biggest reasons Bike-Hook became popular with campervan owners.
Best Bike Storage Setups for Small Campervans in 2026
Why Bike Storage Is Different on Small Campervans Large RVs can hide bulky bike racks without much consequence. Small campervans can’t. Oversized storage systems quickly become problems: blocked rear doors poor parking access difficult loading added vehicle length lost interior living space
Why Heavy Bike Racks Are Becoming a Problem in 2026
Bigger Isn’t Always Better Somewhere along the way, bike racks started turning into industrial equipment. Massive swing arms.Heavy steel trays.Complex hinge systems.Oversized platforms built like bridge sections. And now that eBikes are becoming more common, many bike rack systems are pushing well past 80–100 lbs before the bikes are even loaded.
2026 Bicycle Van Storage Shootout
The Great Bicycle Van Storage Debate of 2026 As bikes get more expensive, heavier, and more specialized, the question isn’t just which bike should you buy? It’s: “How are you going to carry it?” In 2026, vanlife and bicycle travel continue to grow together. From weekend mountain bike trips to full-time campervan living, riders are searching for storage systems that are: