A bicycle for many is one of your favorite means of transportation. Previously, the lack of a luggage compartment was considered a disadvantage. Currently, a special device, which is a basket for a bicycle, can solve this problem.
Such an accessory is suitable for city, summer, recreational bicycles. But for its use little is allocated for road and mountain means of transportation.
In addition, there are such facilities for carrying luggage on a bicycle:
- Velosumka - there are models that can be transported on the steering wheel, under the saddle, on the trunk and under the frame;
- veloshtany - represent two bags, which are made so that they hang on both sides of the bicycle.
Types of baskets for bicycles
Depending on the location of their fastening, the baskets are divided into the following types:
- removable basket for a bicycle on the steering wheel;
- basket for a bicycle on the trunk.
The device is fixed on the handlebars or trunk of a bicycle with the help of a special fastening. It allows you to fasten or remove the basket within a few minutes. If necessary, the product can be used separately: remove, go with it to the store and attach it back to the trunk.
There are different types of anchorages, namely:
- permanent fastening to the steering wheel;
- quick-release fastening to the steering wheel;
- permanent attachment to the frame;
- removable fastening on the trunk.
The basket on a bicycle on a rudder is capable to sustain up to 40 kg of weight of luggage. The back baskets are designed for 10-20 kg of cargo.
There are models of baskets with more bulky dimensions that are designed for men's bicycles, and smaller ones that are suitable for women.
On the trunks and frames of children's bicycle models there are fixtures that allow you to fasten the basket for a small family member. Its carrying capacity can be from 1 to 3.5 kg. Children's products can be decorated with colored images of the heroes of your favorite cartoons.
Depending on the material from which they are made, the baskets are:
- fabric, stretched on the frame;
- plastic;
- metal;
- wicker from the vine;
- cardboard.
The shape of the basket is rectangular, oval and round.
Basket for a dog on a bicycle
A basket for transporting dogs on a bicycle will allow you to take your pet for long bike rides. On top of the product is equipped with a lid in the form of a grid of galvanized steel. This will allow the animal to breathe freely and watch the road. Inside the basket is trimmed with soft upholstery, which is designed for a comfortable journey of your pet. Some models have retro-reflective strips, which are designed to create increased security in the dark.
There are models of attachments that are attached to the trunk, as well, which are attached to the bicycle frame below the saddle.
Advantages of baskets on bicycles
Baskets have a number of advantages, which include:
- high strength;
- convenience in operation - if necessary, the product can be easily cleaned and washed;
- convenient design - the baskets are not very large in size, but can accommodate a sufficient number of things.
An additional advantage will be the availability of a special protective cover, which prevents the contents from falling out of the basket.
Thus, the use of such a useful device, like a basket on a bicycle, will make your bike trips much more comfortable and enjoyable. You will be able to travel lightly, as well as take the product when traveling to a store or to the market.