Meet Jonathan from Campervan Journey: Why He Chose Bike-Hook for His Mercedes Sprinter

Monica Ganas8 jul 2026

Meet Jonathan from Campervan Journey

One of the most rewarding parts of running Bike-Hook isn't simply designing and building products. It's meeting incredible people from around the world who share the same passion for cycling, campervans, and adventure.

Recently, we had the pleasure of connecting with Jonathan Tomlinson, creator of the popular Campervan Journey YouTube channel and Facebook community in the United Kingdom.

Jonathan purchased a pair of Bike-Hooks for his Mercedes Sprinter campervan and decided to create a completely independent review documenting his experience. Rather than producing a quick unboxing video, he spent time explaining why he was looking for a different way to transport his bikes, how the installation went, and his honest first impressions after using the system.

Even more exciting, Jonathan's review has quickly become one of the most-watched videos on his channel, showing just how many campervan owners are searching for a simpler way to carry their bikes.

Please give this a watch and FOLLOW his media pages.

Why Jonathan Was Looking for Something Different

Like many campervan owners, Jonathan had previously used a traditional towbar-mounted bike rack. While those systems certainly have their place, he found himself looking for a solution that offered a few key advantages:

Full access to the rear doors without removing the bikes.
No bulky rack permanently attached to the van.
No increase in overall vehicle length.
Lightweight and easy to remove when not in use.
A cleaner, simpler way to transport bikes while travelling.

Those goals led him to Bike-Hook.

Rather than taking our word for it, Jonathan documented the entire process and shared his genuine thoughts with his audience.

Watch Jonathan's Independent Review

Whether you're considering Bike-Hook for your own campervan or simply comparing different bike carrying systems, Jonathan's review provides an honest, real-world look at how the system works on a Mercedes Sprinter.

About Campervan Journey

If you enjoy campervan travel, cycling adventures, practical van modifications, and honest gear reviews, we highly recommend following Campervan Journey.

Jonathan creates informative videos covering campervan life, touring, cycling, travel, and useful accessories that make life on the road easier.

You'll find plenty of inspiration whether you're planning your next weekend getaway or a longer European adventure.

📺 Subscribe on YouTube: CAMPERVAN JOURNEY

📘 Follow Campervan Journey on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CampervanJourney

Thank You, Jonathan

Jonathan,

Thank you for taking the time to create such a detailed and thoughtful review of Bike-Hook.

As a small family business, we truly appreciate customers who are willing to share their real-world experiences. Reviews like yours help fellow cyclists and campervan owners make informed decisions while showing exactly how Bike-Hook performs outside the workshop and out on the road.

We wish you many more incredible adventures and look forward to following your future journeys.

Safe travels,

Craig Waller

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