The convenience of bike baskets

If you’re often carrying many things, a bike basket is the perfect accessory! Bike baskets offer space for lots of items and have the added benefit that you will always have your things in full view. Bicycle baskets are designed to be able to take a punch, so they are also quite durable, and they look fun! You can select one based on colors, prints and materials, and add a real personal touch to your bicycle while doing so.

Types of bike baskets

Bike baskets come in different shapes, sizes and materials, like:

Wicker baskets and baker’s baskets, made of materials like wicker/rattan.
Metal bike baskets, made of steel or aluminum and either fine mesh (perfect for transporting individual, unsecured items) or open mesh (for transporting a full bag).
Children’s bike baskets, often in cheerful colors and featuring prints of beloved children’s cartoon characters.

Bike baskets can be installed on the front of the bicycle, on the handlebars, or on the rear carrier. This is often done with hooks, an adapter system or cable ties. Always make sure that your new bike basket is compatible with your bicycle’s mounting options.

How to choose the right bike basket

Knowing what you like in terms of colors and materials is the first step when you’re shopping for a bike basket. The most common materials for bike baskets are plastic, wood, wicker, steel and aluminum. It is also important to check the bike basket’s volume and maximum load capacity.

Bike baskets for adults usually have a volume of 15 to 20 liters, although larger models can hold as much as 40 liters. If you’re in the market for a handlebar basket, note that the total weight of your basket and its contents should not exceed 5 kg. An overloaded handlebar basket can negatively influence your steering. Rear carriers have a higher carrying capacity, usually of around 15 to 20 kg, offering more choice.

How do you install a bike basket?

When choosing your bike basket, the available mounting options can also be important. You can install bike baskets in different ways:

Hooks

With handlebar hooks, hooking your (usually removable) basket over the handlebars is a piece of cake. Pretty convenient when you are going grocery shopping, for example.

Adapter system

Adapter systems are tremendously user-friendly. They have a quick-release mechanism, often with a button or a lever, so you can easily fasten or release the bike basket from its attachment(s).

Cable ties, straps and Velcro

Beside hooks and adapter systems, you can also use straps or Velcro. This lets you fasten the bike basket as securely as possible, to keep the basket from sliding or bouncing around while you are cycling.
Regardless of the installment option you choose, make sure that it is compatible with the adapter system (or available installment options) on your bicycle.

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You will find great, convenient bike baskets at Hollandbikeshop.com. Whether you are looking for a beautiful wicker or metal basket, you will find all kinds of bike baskets made of various materials and in different colors and sizes. Curious? Check out our wide range and find your new bike basket today!