Introduction
Whether you're an occasional cyclist or a cycling enthusiast, finding the right shelter for your bike can be a challenge. Whether you need storage space for a single bike or a shelter capable of accommodating multiple bikes, we've put together a few ideas here to inspire you.
Bicycle shelter ideas
Wooden bicycle shed
A wooden bike shelter is a classic and aesthetically pleasing option. It can be customized to suit the space available and the number of bikes to be stored. At ByCommute, we offer a variety of wooden shelters that can be tailored to your specific needs.
See also our selection of the 5 best wooden shelters.
Metal bike shelter
For a durable, sturdy option, consider a metal bike shelter. It offers excellent weather protection and is ideal for areas where weather conditions can be severe.
You can find models at ManoMano that are quite economical for the overall package.
Back-to-back bike sheds
If floor space is limited, a lean-to bike shelter can be an excellent solution. It allows you to store your bike against a wall and save space.
We've also created a dedicated article that may be of interest to you.
How to build a bike shelter
There are several ways to build your own bike shelter. You can buy a kit to build in your garden, which will provide you with a well-made metal or wooden solution that will protect your bicycles. Alternatively, you can start from scratch and build your shelter yourself. This is not only more economical, but you can also tailor it exactly to your needs.
ByCommute offers a selection of kits for building a bicycle shelter, including a small-format shelter, a Gamm vert bicycle shelter, a mon aménagement jardin bicycle shelter, and a Mano Mano bicycle shelter. Each of these shelters has its own advantages and disadvantages, and the choice will depend on your specific needs.
If you want to build your own bike shelter, you have several options. The simplest is to buy a kit and place it in the garden. This often requires two people and can be assembled in a day. Alternatively, you can build your own shelter from scratch (0. This is often a more economical solution). But you'll need to be more patient, as you'll need to create the plans, pre-cut the components and assemble them. And that takes some DIY skills!
We invite you to visit our article dedicated to do-it-yourselfers.
Conclusion
Whether you're looking to store a single bike or create a parking space for an entire family of cyclists, there are plenty of bike shelter ideas to suit your needs. At ByCommute, we're here to help you realize your bike shelter project.