Is this rack suitable for use outdoors?
1783999
It's made out of plastic so I'm sure it would be ok to use outdoors. I had a problem with the water leaking out of the bottle caps when I layed the bottles down on the rack so I was unable to use it. :(
1784000
Yes, I believe it is sturdy enough to use outdoors. The all plastic design will be weatherproof. The sun might fade the black version. I am retired Army, and have high quality expectations. I looked at many much more costly racks, and this is a value for the money.
2129146
I would think so, I've never tried that with the bikes on. I think, depending on the weight of the bikes and clearance between the rack and the ground, you may not want to do that. As far as the strength of the rack? It is definitely strong enough! Hope this helped.
334862
Absolutely! It's great for outdoor use, very light weight and stands on it's own when folded up, with the lock position.
816544
I use this rack under my building in Florida during winter when I'm there and in my garage during summer to store my Kayaks and SUP's. I'm not sure how the rack would last in the Florida climate and I don't like to leave my kayaks exposed to the sun.
2162378
Yes, I think it would be fine. Its made of painted steel which should be OK in a sheltered outdoor setting. I might buy some stainless steel bolts to use instead of the supplied zinc coated bolts though.
929988
It is pretty lightweight and. Probably not tall enough. That said, I might use the end bars and drop the middle racks. The top end bars are probably sturdy enough if not overloaded. I surely wouldn't use the drying rods for this purpose.
933242
It can be used outdoors as long as you protect it from direct exposure to rain, snow, etc. I have used one successfully outdoors mounted under the overhang on a house.
524700
It is made of heavy duty plastic, so the unit itself would be fine for outdoor use, providing you have a wall or surface that you can mount it on.
115802
I would say yes. I have taken mine on several very steep and windy roads to ride my mountain bike. The rack never moved an inch. Securing the rack itself so it won't be stolen could be an issue, but it goes on and off easy enough to keep your bicycles and your rack safe.
1939576
I have not tried outside yet, but based on my use so far, it is pretty sturdy and should be ok. Sandbags would be highly recommended as this thing is pretty light.
1360076
No, its not structurally strong enough or wide enough. Hanger rack is only about a foot in diameter.
2271115
I do not think this would be sturdy enough for outdoors. The frame is lightweight. I think any wind would knock it over.
682604
Not sure I would mount it outside unless it was enclosed. It would be very easy to disconnect and drain it for winter storage.
1068605
Technically you can mount it using zip ties, but load capacity would be compromised as the design relies on the screw depth. I would not recommend this rack for your application..
592895
Yes it can, but I would not recommend this rack. A spot weld on the frame broke after one use.
1099095
It is not designed for that, and is not moisture resistant, so I would not do so. Units designed for outdoor use are designated as such by UL.
1535219
No. This would not last outside. The top is wood and the metal is not sturdy enough for out side.