How to Install a Bicycle Wall Hook

For those living in small apartments, finding places to put your bicycles can be difficult! We have about four bicycles stowed in our tiny space, with one locked outside, two against a wall, and one project bike living in a big open storage box.

Well, sometimes it's nice to reclaim a little space and get rid of the clutter. I investigated some bicycle hooks for storing my bikes on the wall. They have all sorts of hooks out there specifically for bicycles. Whether you're mounting into the ceiling, drywall, or studs, it's out there.

I took a trip to the local hardware store to see what I could find, they had some nice rubber coated bicycle hooks (screw-in) for less than $0.75 a piece. Being the frugal person I am, I got them.

Here are some of the tools I recommend for this project:
*Tape Measure
*Power Drill with appropriate bits
*Pencil
*Level (optional)



First you need to find your wall studs. Simply measure from the nearest electrical outlet 16 inches in either direction, this is the typical stud spacing for modern building construction. Mark an 'X' on the stud at the height you want to hang your bike.

Do a test drill with a small bit, 1/16" is a nice size. You'll know if you are drilling into a stud, it will give some resistance.

Now you're ready to get out the big bits, eyeball a good bit for the hook you're using. When you place the bit in front of the screw, you will see all the screw thread, if not, your bit is too large.

Drill a nice straight hole in the wall. Once done, begin screwing your hook into the wall, it should be tight and feel solid. I left the open mouth of the hook facing the right. If you are installing a second hook near-by, this is the time to get out your level and make an in-line mark for the next hook.

Hang your bike on the hook and admire your handiwork. Enjoy all the new free space!