Pistons Then Pedals

Convenience is a major factor in how consistently I take the bicycle for errands, rather than driving my car. If I have to check the bike’s tire pressures, move other stuff in the garage, and gather my things every time I need to leave, then I’m probably going to just take the car.

However, with gas prices now (I just paid $5.60 per gallon for 91 octane premium over the weekend), it’s becoming impractical to take the car everywhere. The closest grocery store is about a mile away, my post office is reasonably close, and the pharmacy is at the closest major intersection. The eBike will be seeing more regular use.

Why I Needed a Better Bike Storage Solution

I decided that, to make it more convenient, I needed to find a better way to organize our bicycles. There was always a bike in the way when I needed to leave. A few weeks ago, I tried using standard hooks to suspend the non-electric bikes from the wall. However, I was concerned that the hooks were going to damage the wheels, either from scratching the finish or by putting too much pressure on a spoke.

Why I Chose the Hornit Clug Pro

After quite a bit of research, I ordered two Hornit Clug Pro bike hooks for a no-damage bicycle wall mount. They’re not affiliated with this post in any way and I bought the hooks with my own money.

The Clug Pro hooks are durable plastic retainers which hold onto the front tire of the bike. The rear wheel remains on the ground, which reduces the amount of strain on the bike/hook.

Then, there is a magnetic ratcheting mechanism which secures a cord through the wheel to the other side of the retainer. This is intended to provide a backup so that, if the tire loses pressure, the bike does not fall out of the hook.

Hornit makes multiple models, depending on your tire size. I needed the “Roadie Pro” for my Canyon Endurance and the Hybrid bike model for the Fuji touring bike. It’s important to note that you need to measure the actual tire size of your bike and don’t just rely on the sidewall-printed measurement.

Installing the Hornit Clug Pro Bicycle Mount

Installation was remarkably easy. The minimalist packaging includes a template for drilling pilot holes. The instructions are also well-written with videos also available online.

Using a stud is always the best option, but, since the entire weight of the bike is not suspended, the kit also includes drywall anchors. I ended up using the drywall anchor method so that I could position them exactly where I wanted.

Final Thoughts: Was a $27 Bicycle Hook Worth It?

The bikes have only been up for a few days now, but they seem solid. I’ve bumped into the bikes without issue. The magnets used for retention are strong and the plastic is durable.

It’s very easy to place or remove the bike from mount, particularly since the weight remains on the ground. It’s a significant improvement from my previous idea of hanging the entire bike vertically halfway up the wall.

I’m a little mindful of weight since I used the drywall anchor installation, but I’m not concerned. At $26.95 per hook (as of March 2026), they’re not the cheapest option available, but they are one of the best options for vertical bike storage.