Outside Bike Storage - Balcony

kennycl

Hi All,

I was wondering if anyone had any advice for storing mine and my wifes road bikes outside on the balcony. Other than get a good waterproof cover (motorbike one?) and be doubly careful about greasing and lubing and keeping an eye out for rust, any other ideas?

I am expecting the response keep them indoors, but I don't think I'm going to get away with that! :roll:

Cheers,

Kenny

Slow Downcp

How big is your balcony?

http://www.diy.com/diy/jsp/bq/nav.jsp?i ... re&x=0&y=0

kennycl

That's a potential idea, the metal box which would be ideal is far too expensive, but I could build a small shed! I'll have to measure when we move in....

Pross

I'm having to store my bikes outside at present and as you say I'm just using a waterproof bike cover I bought from Halfords. Seems to be doing the job, bikes are staying clean and dry. My biggest worry is they will get blown over.

BigJimmyB

If you can fit a smallish shed type thing, maybe go for one of those maintenance free plastic tool chest things:

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