Cycle Shell
Cycleshell
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From: Marina del Rey
bike shed
For less than that $400 investment, many of you could build a much more substantial & secure shelter, one which would last, especially if you scrounged some salvaged/pre-owned materials. I mean you could build a shed in which you could even work on the bike, and store the bike and its' maintenance tools/supplies, if you have the space. A lean-to is very cheap to build.
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I'm now in the Middle East (Dubai) and had a Cycleshell sent over. It works relatively well. By that I mean it keeps out the majority of the dirt that is common here. The Middle East is a VERY DUSTY place to be. There are sandstorms in the winter, and fine dust floating around at any other time of the year. My Cycleshell has worked the best so far because it has the plastic floor which is durable and helps seal out the dust that gets sucked up inside on a windy day. The floor does have open handholds (4) and dirt/dust can get in that way. I do still cover my bike (06 FLHRC Black) with a velour sheet also covered with a plastic (vapour barrier) sheet. The dust still gets in/under/around all these covers. Other members suggest an actual shed, that is better, but I live in an apartment, so the parking garage (open concept) will not allow a more permanent structure. Deep snow may be a problem for you, particularly when opening and closing, as the shell opens from the floor upwards so deep snow will get inside.
I suggest the Cycleshell for temporary use. Use additional covers if you want your bike to stay dust free.
Hope this helps.
I suggest the Cycleshell for temporary use. Use additional covers if you want your bike to stay dust free.
Hope this helps.
Last edited by thewrenchman; Dec 4, 2010 at 05:18 AM.
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From: Central Florida
I seen a guy's bike shed,,
He got some tin roof sheets an 4X4's n 2X4's
Build it with a Floor against the garage wall.
Angled roof could handle any snow load.
Locked swing door and fully alarmed, siren an all
total cost $220, about a day to build it.
Way more sturdy, should last decades.
He even powerd It from the garage and added a small
ceramic heater an a light,,said It keeps the Inside near 60 on the
coldest days.
10-20-30 thousand dollar bike,,I'd want more than a tarp type shed.
He got some tin roof sheets an 4X4's n 2X4's
Build it with a Floor against the garage wall.
Angled roof could handle any snow load.
Locked swing door and fully alarmed, siren an all
total cost $220, about a day to build it.
Way more sturdy, should last decades.
He even powerd It from the garage and added a small
ceramic heater an a light,,said It keeps the Inside near 60 on the
coldest days.
10-20-30 thousand dollar bike,,I'd want more than a tarp type shed.
Last edited by Osco; Dec 4, 2010 at 09:39 AM.
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thats terrible, how long did it last before it deteriorated? Any other similar stories?
Im currently renting so dont have a garage, but the cycleshed might be great for me ... im curious how it holds up in snow? Can i let the bike sit in it all winter even when we get 5+ feet of snow?
Thanks
Im currently renting so dont have a garage, but the cycleshed might be great for me ... im curious how it holds up in snow? Can i let the bike sit in it all winter even when we get 5+ feet of snow?
Thanks
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Bump for more info ... i am about to buy a cycleshell and the above post scared me a bit. Any other feedback from longtime users?
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I have one that I've had since 2009. The shell is made from premium marine grade material. As good as it is, it can't last forever. He does make the shell portion (no floor no bows) available. I still think it's the best quality foldable shell available.
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