Reddit reviews Delta Cycle Bike Hitch Transport Pickup Truck,Original
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Bike hitch for 15mm thru-axles / 20mm axlesRemove Boost 15x110mm axle insert to accommodate 20mm axlesEasy mounting to any flat surfaceRust-free aluminum constructionThe platform is 3.75 x 1.5" and the holes are 3" center to center.Compatible with following: 15 x 110 mm (Boost, silver insert) ; 15 x 135 mm (Borealis, Fatback, 9zero7 + other Fat Bike forks) ; 15 x 142 mm (Salsa + others) ; 15 x 150 mm (Rock Shox Bluto Fork + others) ; 20 x 110 mmEasily transport your thru-axle bikeWorks with 15 or 20 mm thru-axleSturdy aluminum construction
Optional, you can actually use a ruler if you want. But it makes the job a bit easier and more foolproof.
When it's time to replace your chain you'll need the "punch-style" chain tool to size the new one correctly, regardless of the type of chain you currently have. But you won't need one until then, so it's up to you if you want to buy it now or later. The "plier-style" is for removing quick links, but that's mostly a matter of convenience: I just recently got one myself, until now I've just used my fingers, or maybe a bit of wire if it's stuck.
I've used these, but I'm not a big fan. For regular chain maintenance, just some degreaser on a rag is enough. For deeper cleaning there's lots and lots of ways to clean a chain, including these cleaning tools. Other options: remove and shake in a bottle, use an ultrasonic cleaner, use two nail brushes pressed together ... or just not bothering with deep cleaning. It's really up to you.
I use Simple Green for most jobs. There's bike-specific degreaser, though, if you want.
This one is definitely bike specific! There's lots of options out there, but cleaning and lubing regularly is more important than which one you use. If you ride in the rain a lot, get a wet lube. I like wax-based lubes, for what it's worth.
I use an old toothbrush. I've never bothered with the "sickle-shaped cog scrapey thing," but that's because I remove the cassette completely if it gets dirty enough to need that.
Meh, if you want. I've never needed it.
I recommend finding something that lets you work on the bike at a more manageable height. Official bike stands are expensive, but work very well. There are cheaper options that get the job done, though.
For a long time I just mounted a bike hanger like this to the wall. The bike just sits in it, not overly secure, but it's enough to get the bike to a working height, and you can pedal to work on the chain. Enough to do basic maintenance. It also doubles as bike storage. I found this works best with road bikes (narrower handlebars).
More recently, though, I made a bike stand. It's still a work in progress, but I'll post pictures of it here eventually. It's made from sawhorse brackets and 2x4's as the base, and then I use this bracket for my road bike and this bracket for my mountain bike to secure it. The front wheel comes off and clamps down, and the bottom bracket rests on the top of the saw horse, with the wheel hanging off the back. It's secure, I can work in my yard and clean the bike on it, and it was pretty inexpensive to make. And I don't have to worry about clamping to carbon, or where I'm going to clamp with the suspension in the way, etc. The only downside is you can't work on the front wheel or brakes very conveniently. My design doesn't store very compactly, though I'm sure you can find a better way if that's a concern.
Most other tools can be picked up on an as-needed bases. Cable cutters when you replace cables. Lockring tool and chain whip when you want to remove the cassette. Bottom bracket wrench when it's time to service the bottom bracket. Cone wrenches when you service the hubs. A torque wrench if you have a carbon fiber bike. Etc.
I can't help with phone mounts, so I'll let someone else make a suggestion there.
Link to a very similar bike mount I used. And this is what I used in my rails on my Tacoma. With a little grinding off on the edges of the sprig but, I made it work. Then just go by some nylon locking nuts and stainless bolts.
Hope this helps!
I bought this QR mount and just screwed it on to a an old shelf i found. This cancels out toppling over. I also throw couple of straps from sides for good measure. With front wheel off i can fit my full suspension in to a Honda fit. I also bought a $5 tarp at home depot and throw that under the bike to protect interior.
The front wheel i just strap down with bungee cords so it doesn't move around.