Transporting skis (or a splitboard) on the bike is made much easier with the Cyclite ski rack. Instead of transporting your skis on a rucksack, one-handed on your shoulder or attached to the frame with straps, all of which have a whole host of disadvantages, they are quickly and securely attached to the frame and can therefore be easily carried on the bike.
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For relaxed ski transport on a bike
Lorenzo Rieg
Innsbruck
Sophia Neuner
"Bike-to-ski" is somehow trendy, although not too many skiers or ski tourers actually get on their bikes to reach the lift or starting point for a ski tour. Of course, the place of residence plays a major role here. The journey to the railway station or bus stop can also be covered quickly by bike in some circumstances and helps with the environmentally friendly journey to the snow.
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This makes sense in two situations in particular: firstly, on long, rough climbs over forest tracks, as you can experience again and again in the Alps in late spring. Regardless of whether you're heading to a hut in the Ötztal Alps or into one of the endless Karwendel valleys - it's easier and quicker to travel by bike. Downhill, of course, but also uphill, especially on flatter terrain. On the other hand, the more fortunate among us live within biking distance of the lift or the snow and can therefore get to the starting point quickly and in an environmentally friendly way, or enjoy cycling to the snow as an additional fitness component. Depending on where you live, you can also easily get to public transport or the meeting point with your freeride or ski tour colleagues by bike.
Lorenzo Rieg
Innsbruck
Sophia Neuner
Lorenzo Rieg
Innsbruck
Sophia Neuner
Of course, you don't necessarily need a professional ski holder on your bike for shorter journeys, but the ski rack is very practical. The two parts are quickly installed: the front mount is attached to the top tube, which can be wrapped with foam parts depending on its thickness, and the rear mount is attached to the struts under the saddle. The skis (or a splitboard, ideally with the bindings removed) can then be easily attached and securely fastened with the straps.
Cross-country skis also work here, of course. Depending on their length, the skis may then protrude significantly behind the bike, but this is much less annoying than if you attach them to the rucksack. Unlike DIY solutions with straps this method does not scratch the frame.
All in all, a great solution for all those who often transport skis by bike. A little tip: Especially at the beginning, when you are not yet used to the ski rack, you should make sure that the front position is correct and that nothing wobbles.
The Ski Rack costs €89.90 and is available here directly from Cyclite.
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