Bike Box (Metal for outside storage)

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Shaun

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In order to make my bike more accessible (and to stop me carrying a wet, dripping, mud/oil sodden bike through the house) I'm considering an outside metal bike storage box in the front yard of our house.

Any suggestions for suppliers and advice about securing both the box and bikes within would be welcome.

Any reviews from people who own them would be appreciated too - especially in terms of installing/mounting/securing and how well they have lasted.

Thanks,
Shaun :biggrin:
 

craigwend

Grimpeur des terrains plats
Shaun I had a look a few weeks ago, expect expense... about £300

However if & when you do, I'd add (with a very good shackle) one of these & a related cables, will be 'useful' & there's a store near B&Q on stoneferry...

http://www.toolstation.com/shop/p83061
 

dongo

Regular
I bought one of these http://www.asgardsss.co.uk/detail.php?pro_code=Acc1 18 months ago, I'm very pleased with it - so much so that I got another 12 months later. Extremely strong, fit 4 bikes plus a few bits and bobs (tools, helmets, pumps etc.) easily, well made, extremely strong, built in base, excellent hoods over the locks so really difficult to get at, useful shelves, did I say really strong?
 

dickyknees

Guru
Location
Anglesey
I bought one of these http://www.asgardsss.co.uk/detail.php?pro_code=Acc1 18 months ago, I'm very pleased with it - so much so that I got another 12 months later. Extremely strong, fit 4 bikes plus a few bits and bobs (tools, helmets, pumps etc.) easily, well made, extremely strong, built in base, excellent hoods over the locks so really difficult to get at, useful shelves, did I say really strong?

+1 - this is exactly what I have done. They are really strong by the way.
 

beatlejuice

Gently does it...
Location
Mid Hampshire
I bought one of these http://www.asgardsss.co.uk/detail.php?pro_code=Acc1 18 months ago, I'm very pleased with it - so much so that I got another 12 months later. Extremely strong, fit 4 bikes plus a few bits and bobs (tools, helmets, pumps etc.) easily, well made, extremely strong, built in base, excellent hoods over the locks so really difficult to get at, useful shelves, did I say really strong?

+1 I am waiting for mine to be delivered.
 
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Shaun

Shaun

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Thanks for the replies. The Asgard box looks good, but do you know if it is delivered as a "built" item, or whether it is assembled on site?

I live at the end of a cul-de-sac and I don't think it'll be easy to carry an 18 stone large (and wide) metal box down to my gaff!! :eek:
 

phil_hg_uk

I am not a member, I am a free man !!!!!!
Thanks for the replies. The Asgard box looks good, but do you know if it is delivered as a "built" item, or whether it is assembled on site?

I live at the end of a cul-de-sac and I don't think it'll be easy to carry an 18 stone large (and wide) metal box down to my gaff!! :eek:


The clue is in the bit that says 'Installation: Self assembly using the easy to follow illustrated instructions' ;)
 
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Shaun

Shaun

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The clue is in the bit that says 'Installation: Self assembly using the easy to follow illustrated instructions' ;)

:rofl: ... that'll teach me to skim-read ... DOH!!
 

palinurus

Velo, boulot, dodo
Location
Watford
I got an Asgard box too, some pictures in the thread below.

Pretty happy with it. Mine's in the back yard but I would consider putting it out front- it's secure enough for that. It's easy enough to put together but it does need to be nice and level. I built mine myself and i'm hopeless, but they do offer an installation service (you'll have to provide a level area with paving slabs though)

http://www.cyclechat.net/threads/garden-bicycle-storage.89521/#post-1605663
 

palinurus

Velo, boulot, dodo
Location
Watford
The main security feature is some steel shrouds that fit over the locks so they can't be easily cut away without attacking the shrouds first- they are fairly thick steel. In addition it has a steel base which can be fixed to the surface underneath (there are holes in the base for fixings)
 

MontyVeda

a short-tempered ill-controlled small-minded troll
We have a bloke at work who does fabrication... you want it, he'll make it, and will try to beat any quote.

so give us your specifications, wants and desires and I'll see what price he can do it for.
 
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Shaun

Shaun

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Thanks.

Mine will be going in the front yard, which is flat patio slabs so should be okay. Found an interesting video of someone trying to break into the Asgard Annexe bike shed (the 3 bike one with fixed roof):



I'm pretty sold on them, security/quality wise, just need to measure-up in the front yard an decide between the 3 bike or 4 bike.

It'll also mean I don't have to cross town to get at my posh bike too (which is currently in a secure storage unit because the shed at home is too old and flimsy).

Cheers,
Shaun :biggrin:
 
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Shaun

Shaun

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I've plumbed for the 3 x Addition bike store - much as I'd like the larger 4 bike unit, it simply isn't practical for the daughter as she wouldn't be able to open and close the lid (it also has a slightly larger footprint and will make it too tight a fit on the front yard).

Should be with me in around six weeks!! :eek: :thumbsup:
 
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