DIY - Securely Haul a Fat Bike in a Pickup For Under $3.00!!!

Did you know you can securely haul your Fatty in a short bed pickup truck for under $3.00? I'll show you exactly how to do it. This method uses five friction points. Each one of the contact points which will not do any harm to your bike or your pickup!
Give it a try and let me know what you think! Is this hauling option something you'd consider??
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Entire video shot with the GoPro Hero 8.
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[@kurtshetler9719]

I use this method all the time now. it's so stupid simple.

[@OldManFatBike]

So happy to hear this Kurt! I'm glad it works for you and thanks for letting me know @kurtshetler9719!! 🍻🙌😊

[@lisacreagh8686]

Thanks so much for the info and demos! I’m getting my new bike in wed. And was wondering how I was going to transport! So appreciate it😊

[@OldManFatBike]

Congratulations on the new bike @lisacreagh8686! I hope this method works well for you!!

[@brandon-kg2vd]

"This is the video Big Mounting Companies don't want you to see" would be a hilarious alternate title 😂

[@OldManFatBike]

I like the way you think @brandon! That would've been a great title. Thanks for checking out this video and for your comment!! 🤣👍

[@kevinblaisure3553]

I was looking for a way to transport my new mountain bike back and forth to the trail. Stumbled upon this video. Not only did it save me $$$ it works great!!

[@OldManFatBike]

That's awesome @Kevin Blaisure! Thanks for letting me know brother!! 🧡✌

[@Mr.Giggles]

Cheap....Easy....It works.....this guy is a genius

[@OldManFatBike]

Thanks a bunch for your comments @cory truelove!! ✌

[@newjawn9004]

This works. I have a Toyota Tacoma with a 6' bed. I carried my Giant road bike and strapped it in with two bungees just like the man said. Worked perfectly. I turned mine so that the cassette/derailleur were facing away from the truck sides. Didn't jiggle around at all. I was ready to spend serious money on some sort of bike rack to fit in my truck bed -- this video saved me all that cash. Many thanks.

[@OldManFatBike]

That's awesome! So happy to hear you saved some💰@New Jawn!! Thanks for your comments as well 😉😊

[@michaeltroiano5705]

This is brilliant. Just saved me $300, thank you.

[@OldManFatBike]

So happy to hear the good news @Michael Troiano!! Just send me $150 and we'll call it even 😋😊😂🤣✌

[@mikesmock12]

The close ups of you "20 miles" and "No frame damage" made my day!

[@OldManFatBike]

Howdy @mikesmock12! Thanks for letting me know. It's always nice to hear I've made someone's day a little better!! Stay well...

[@MarkDiSciullo]

I love how he starts off with "Happy 2020 Everybody!" ...If he only knew. Otherwise awesome idea for short beds!

[@OldManFatBike]

It surely wasn't a very Happy 2020 was it @Mark DiSciullo? Thanks for checking out my little corner of KZbin!!

[@YankeeWoodcraft]

You beat me to it! LOL

[@a4pHILLY]

😂😂😅

[@tessberry6846]

Man this is exactly what I needed to see. I needed an economical way to transport my bike in my short bed that didn’t damage my bike, I could lock it in and left room for stuff. Thanks!!!

[@OldManFatBike]

So happy to hear this worked for you @Tess Berry!! Thanks for letting me know 👍😉

[@cecilbutler3936]

Thanks man, tried this but only I put my front wheel at 90Degrees behind the cab on the left side and my wife’s bike the same on the right side and it worked perfectly. For each bike they take up minimal space and both bikes stand up straight with 80% of the bed floor available for cargo carrying space when we take the truck, trailer and bikes camping. On each side I use 3 bungee cords, the very front lower tie off I wrap the front tire and using the same tie off I then wrap one around the front of the frame and for the 3rd cord I use the lower rear tie off next to the bottom of the tail gate and wrap around/throughout the rear wheel. The paddle on the inside just sits on the wheel well. After doing so both tires are pushed up tight against the inside of the truck bed making it very solid in place when you push against the seat from the outside of the box. Took it for a test drive and then keep the bikes in the back of the truck for a couple of days and there’s zero movement. Thanks again, I’m sure glad I stumbled across this video of yours while looking for a solution to my bike carrying conundrum. BTW, the bed of my truck is also a short bed 5 1/2’.

[@OldManFatBike]

Thanks for your comment @Cecil Butler! Thanks for sharing this information, hopefully this will help others in the same situation!!

[@esmith97403]

You are doing God's work. Thank you.

[@OldManFatBike]

Thank you for your cool comment @Bubbledude!! 🤗

[@Excaliburt]

Hey, “Fat man, old bike” here. I bought those pads. I like them a lot. Thanks for the tip. I got them used off of ebay. $50 for elbow and knee pads. Score!

[@OldManFatBike]

Sweet, I'm glad you like them and you got them at a nice price @Robert Wright!! Thanks for keeping me in the know 😉

[@jeffirwin9935]

Just purchased two electric bikes that do not work on the bike rack that I already owned. I have a short bed Silverado and your solution worked perfectly and it cost me nothing since I already had the bungee straps. Such a simple, but yet outstanding answer to what could have been an expensive question of how to safely haul a couple of heavy bikes. I am definitely glad a ran across your video while looking for bike hauling ideas.

[@OldManFatBike]

Right on! I'm so happy to hear this little idea helped you @Jeff Irwin!!! Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Please share it with whomever you feel may benefit from watching it. Stay save out there ;-)

[@robhayko9895]

Awesome idea! I’ve been using it to haul my bike to the trails about 35km away. It holds my bike very very well, like it’s a part of my truck. Last week I purchased a new bike in the city and used this method to haul it home about 120km. It cost me about $7 Canadian for this setup. My new Bigfoot has a minutely lower bottom bracket so I just added a Short scrap piece of pine 1x4 between the bed rail and the pedal. Thanks for showing this idea!

[@OldManFatBike]

So happy to hear this little idea is working out so well for you @Rob Hayko! Thanks so much for sharing your thoughts and your 1"X4" hack!! Stay safe out there :-)

[@diegocastillo5400]

I never knew throwing your bike flat on the bed truck is bad. Good to know. I'll make this upgrade. Thanks.

[@OldManFatBike]

Awesome, I hope it works just as good for you as it does for me @Diego Castillo! It would be much better than just laying it on its side. 😉✌

[@lindapatel7852]

Thank you, this worked great for transporting 2 skinny bikes (1 road and 1 hybrid) on a truck that had 4 tie down anchors. I used 3 short/medium length bungee cords, on the various tubes of the bikes. It was easier to do on the road bike. I was able to get it super close to the inside edge of the bed and it stayed straight the entire trip (45 mins). On the hybrid, I only had 1 bungee at the front and had the foot pedal wedged and it was ok, it could have used another bungee at the back. They faced different directions because of the derailers.

[@OldManFatBike]

That's awesome @Linda Patel! I'm happy to hear this method worked for you!! Thanks for letting me know 😊✌️

[@vinfricano3970]

Just came across your video after trying to find the best way to haul a fat tire ebike. I found it with your video. And just would like to thank you!

[@OldManFatBike]

Awe, thank you so much for letting me know @vinfricano3970!! I hope this method continues to serve you well! ✌️

[@ellerybice3787]

Old man not! when you are 99 today's age will be young. Thank you for the idea, I will give it a whirl. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@OldManFatBike]

True @Ellery Bice! I'm old to some and young to others! I hope this idea works as well for you as it does for me!! ✌️

[@scotty182527]

Thanks for the video. I usually use the pad over the tailgate in the summer but this time of year I'm laying my bike down in the bed to keep it out of all the salt and crap flying up from the roads.

[@OldManFatBike]

Whatever works best for your application is the best for you @Scotty Mitchell. Thanks for checking out the vid!

[@bradbell4055]

I done this works great 21" strap from tie down to around the front axle front wheel against the tailgate I put a addictional strap around the chainstay to the front tie down it's quick and easy my bikes were getting banged up on a 2 bike reciever rack

[@OldManFatBike]

That's awesome @Brad Bell!! Happy to hear this little hack worked out for you 😊👍

[@larrman5409]

Today the same bungee cord is $37.99 😂

[@OldManFatBike]

It's crazy how much everything is these days @Larr man!! Thanks for taking the time to comment 😉 🍻

[@BluecollarBackcountry]

Hey Jens. As much as we spend on our bikes these days it's nice to keep them secure. I drive a 4runner so I do use a hitch rack but this is great for trucks 👍 ATB, Tony

[@OldManFatBike]

Thanks Tony!! If it doesn't stop raining soon I'll be taking my bike by canoe 🤣😂😋

[@BluecollarBackcountry]

@@OldManFatBike mount pontoons and you'll have a Missouri River Bike hahaha

[@OldManFatBike]

😂🚴‍♂️🛶🚣‍♂️🤣

[@mag07r]

Great way to secure bike for little cost. I have used similar methods with the big twist ties that you can find at the home improvement stores.

[@OldManFatBike]

Sweet, thanks for the view and of course your comments @Flatwoods Films!! 😎

[@tyjacobs6151]

What a great looking machine! Glad to see you have a easy and effective solution that keeps her from bouncing around back there. Now I need to go find those rim strips so I can change the color on mine lol thanks... ;)

[@OldManFatBike]

Thank you @Ty Jacobs! I found the rim tape I'm using by searching for "Surley Rim Tape". Can't remember where I found them, sorry...

[@MrDwaynecasey]

Nice! I just ordered a tailgate cover. This may actually suit my needs better. The challenge with the tailgate cover then you lose the back up camera potentially. I’ll see you when I get it here. No doubt with this version the back up camera is totally available

[@OldManFatBike]

I think this will work for you @Dwayne Casey! Give it a try and send the tailgate cover back!! Please let me know how things work out for you. 😊✌️

[@twitwicki1]

Just got an Aventon Aventure 2 and I have a Nissan Frontier short bed and I think this will do the job very nicely. I might use ratchet straps around the seat post to both side of the bed for added stability. BTW, I'm 75 and this is my first E-bike but I've been riding bikes all my life. Can't wait to try it out on the hilly back roads of Vermont. Thanks very much for posting this very simple hack.

[@OldManFatBike]

Hey there @twitwicki1, thanks for stopping by. Congratulations on your new Aventon Aventure 2!! I appreciate your comments, and YOU 😉✌️

[@raenbeau]

Hey, how did the setup work for you? I just bought an Aventure 2 as well and my truck has a short bed

[@gregkollasch5494]

That’s a great transport option. I’ve damaged rotors and derailleur hangers laying a bike flat in a box before. Makes for more bed area also!

[@OldManFatBike]

Thanks for your comment @Greg Kollasch! It's surprisingly stable 😉

[@Blakeneal407]

Great idea I use it to carry my heavy e bike I also put a bungee around the back frame thanks for the idea!

[@OldManFatBike]

That awesome @Blake Neal Fishing! Thanks for your comment!! ✌️ 🍻

[@cblankenship3018]

Will be trying this with my 69lb fat tire Ebikes. Simple is gooood. I also have a short bed. I know the bikes tires wedge themselves with the short bed. May even splurge on a couple more bungee chords! Have two bikes, so under $15 for four. I can alway return the extra two if they are overkill! Thanks for sharing your great idea.

[@OldManFatBike]

That's awesome, I hope it works as well for you as it does for me @C Blankenship!! Thanks so much for your comments!! 👍😊

[@mshake0123]

Cool I just bought a bike and was questioning why not just do something like this instead of spending money on other options. Seems to work fine.

[@OldManFatBike]

That's awesome @Michael Yates! Happy to hear I saved you a few $$. Thanks for letting me know 🍻👍

[@cscheatum]

Works in my Ram! Saved me loads of money and bed space! Thanks!!

[@OldManFatBike]

Sweet! Happy to hear it worked for you @Cameron!! Thanks for letting me know 😉✌🍻

[@Excaliburt]

Good idea, I’m using it. I take #1 grandson out with his fat bike so I have to haul 2.

[@OldManFatBike]

That's great to hear @Robert Wright! FYI ~~ You'll have to put the other bike facing forward on the other side because of the disk brake. Please let me know how it works out for you.

[@BIKEMAN21]

Interesting method. What i do is place a piece of cardboard on bed. Remove left pedal, rotate left crank so its pointing upward. then position handlebar so its sitting on the bed. It wont stay exactly still but seems to work. By removing the pedal its no stress on the drive-train and the derailer is untouched. On the hwy I'm sure it wont fly off. And technically no securement is required because it doesn't extend out of the bed.

[@OldManFatBike]

Sounds like a good option to me!!

[@davidwelty9763]

It’s genius in its simplicity.

[@OldManFatBike]

Thanks so much for your kind comments, David!! I hope you had the opportunity to check out some of my other videos @davidwelty9763. 😊 🙌 ✌️

[@davidwelty9763]

@@OldManFatBike I did, I’m 53, it has motivated me to get my bike in working order and hit the trails.

[@OldManFatBike]

I'm happy to hear that, David! Now is the perfect time to get your ride in shape.

[@allencarroll5565]

Great idea ive been looking for a perfect solution for a long time

[@OldManFatBike]

Cool, did this work for you @allen carroll??

[@ElevationEveryWeekend]

I have been doing a version of this with my Surly Pugsley for some time, one bungee strap and it works well. 👍🏻👍🏻 I have a new Surly ICT and I can’t really do it because it’s bigger and my Tacoma off-road has the 5’ bed and it’s a bit too small. I do have the Yakima Bikerbar, it’s a much more expensive solution, but works great and I can get three bikes encompassed in the bed (front wheels off) and is super secure.

[@OldManFatBike]

Thanks for your comment @ElevationEveryWeekend! I'm sure someone will be able to put this information into practice if they have a similar hauling situation!! Happy 2020 :-)

[@bikinmike3274]

Excellent idea! I will defiantly use this method as I too have a short bed, quad cab! Thanks!

[@OldManFatBike]

Sweet, happy to hear that @Bikey Mike! Let me know how it works out for you!!

[@bikinmike3274]

Will do!

[@waredskinfan]

Gonna try this. Just bought a new travel trailer and was warned adding any after market hitch to its rear bumper could void the warranty because the welds could fail.

[@OldManFatBike]

That's awesome, Ray! I hope this option works out for you!! Please let me know how it went for you @waredskinfan 😉🙌

[@alenadishner50]

Thank you for that info, nice to know ! They try tah getcha anyway they can !!!

[@waredskinfan]

I used the bungee and also a ratcheting strap around the seat post to pull the bike slightly in the opposite direction so the bike would not hit the bedrail on the driver's side.

[@aquariumsfishmore]

I have a short bed truck too. That works perfectly well for me.

[@OldManFatBike]

Thanks for letting me know @Aquarium Fish & More! Happy to hear this worked out perfectly for you!!

[@mountainmania100]

My short bed is 5ft 6". Is yours this size, or bigger?

[@OldManFatBike]

My bed is the same size as yours @mountainmania100! 😎

[@Blakeneal407]

Thank you so much just saved me from buying a bike rack

[@OldManFatBike]

That's awesome, thanks for your comment @Blake Neal Fishing!! Stay safe out there 😊✌

[@kevinthomson6324]

Love it! Looks like it works great and it looks easier than loading a bike onto a purpose built bike rack that cost $200+, and holds the bike just as well.

[@OldManFatBike]

Exactly! I couldn't agree with you more @kevinthomson6324! Thanks for checking out this video and I appreciate you letting me know your thoughts!!

[@scottsoffroad]

Jolly good o'l chap,Jolly good show.Happy New year.Good to see you again.

[@OldManFatBike]

Hey thanks Scott, always nice to read your comments!! Happy Twenty Twenty :-)

[@johnthero2517]

I just ordered a 300 dollar rack and then canceled order right away your the best dude genius, one ques tho how does it handle on freeway going 80mph got a 6000$ mountain bike dont want it to fly down freeway hahha

[@OldManFatBike]

Good for you @John Thero! Happy to hear that it will work for you! My Fatty is up there in price as well. I've had it on the freeway and it's a smooth safe ride! Just keep an extra one in the cab just in case!! ✌

[@daveoutdoorsscotland2854]

Happy 2020 Old Man Fat Bike. Keep em wheels turnin'

[@OldManFatBike]

Thank you @Dave Outdoors Scotland! I'll do my best to keep on keeping on!!

[@robcampbell1056]

You are one clever smart man!

[@OldManFatBike]

Wow, thanks a bunch @Robert Campbell! I hope it's something you can use.

[@daviddaniel2198]

Wow thank you for this video! I almost spent hundreds lol

[@OldManFatBike]

That's awesome @David Daniel! Thanks for letting me know, I'm so happy to hear I saved you 💰

[@kumarsamsaliev3492]

You are a genius! Brilliant idea, thanks.

[@OldManFatBike]

I'm pleased to know you think that about my little idea @Kumar Samsaliev! I hope this meets your needs! Let me know how this works out for you!! 😊👍

[@alenadishner50]

Simplicity and low cost your fantastic

[@OldManFatBike]

Awe, thank you so much for taking the time to letting me know @alenadishner50!! I hope this method continues to serve you well, Alena!

[@kennstinchfield4218]

Great idea. I’ve been playing around with all kinds of things for my e-bike and Yamaha and Thule, Rack Attack telll me they are limited to 50-60 lbs. My e-bike is 68 lbs.

[@OldManFatBike]

I hope this works well for you @Kenn Stinchfield! Please let us know if you were able secure your bike using this method.

[@gypsyxxx]

i have the hollywood rack, i can put 2 -70lb. ebikes on it ..no problem

[@OldManFatBike]

Good for you @gypsy xxx. Thanks for letting us know about your bike rack!

[@frankthedanktank]

Bro woke me up putting his face in the camera, felt like I fell asleep in highschool again

[@OldManFatBike]

🤣😂 thanks for checking out this video and for sharing your thoughts @frankieriosmedia! ✌🍻

[@luxbikers9407]

Very nice Fat-Bike

[@OldManFatBike]

Thank you!!

[@lesleyzimmerman5114]

Happy new year! My goal for this year is to have as much fun on my bike as you do on yours. Have a great day!

[@OldManFatBike]

Happy Twenty Twenty to you @Lesley Zimmerman from Ohio!! That sounds like an awesome goal that I'm sure you'll be able to attain :-)

[@minitruck]

About ready to buy a rack! Cancel that!! Thanks for the video!

[@OldManFatBike]

Glad I could help! Stay safe out there @Samuri Mini :-)

[@TheCranemeister]

I don't have a pickup but good to know anyway. Nice video.

[@OldManFatBike]

Thanks checking out this video and for letting me know your thoughts @The Cranemeister.

[@lovmadunefatty3421]

Hi,o,m,f ,b, hope you had a great Christmas and New year and you and family are well, looks like a great Idea and looks to work well,hope to see more videos this year ,keep well

[@OldManFatBike]

Happy Twenty Twenty @lovma Dune fatty! I'll keep adding content whenever I can! This job thing is really getting in the way of a lot of stuff. LOL

[@leoandhannah123456]

Awesome vid!! Thanks for sharing I’m gonna get a biggie today

[@OldManFatBike]

Thanks and good for you @Freedomenforcerm1a!!

[@drewsenthused6079]

I'm surprised it doesn't flop over. I just throw mine in the back, fits nicely in the Ranger bed, only points of contact are the bar end, pedal, and tires. 🤷🏼‍♀️ For multiple bikes though, I may have to try this, thanks! Now I have a strange craving for ice cream...

[@OldManFatBike]

I was a bit surprised as well @Drews Enthused! It is very stable and very easy t do. There are 5 contact points using this method, two on the front tire, one on the pedal, one at the bottom right side of the rear tire against the wheel well, and finally one at the rear tire against the bed behind the cab. FYI - When you want to haul another bike using this method, the bike on the passenger side needs to face forward because of the front disk brake. I hope you got that Ice Cream!!! LOL

[@Mr2fiveone]

Good deal brother! I'm gonna see if this works for my dual suspension specialized. Awesome beard BTW!

[@OldManFatBike]

Thank you for the beard comment!! Well, did this work out for you @Matthew Echols? Please let us know either way. 😉✌

[@Mr2fiveone]

@@OldManFatBike Great stuff man, worked just fine, even works for my rode/gravel bikes. Thanks again!

[@wPatrickGale]

For additional peace of mind, secure a second strap to the bottom hook of the truck bed if you have one (so one strap higher at axle height as shown in the video and/or one connecting to the lower truck bed hook for redundancy). @OldManFatBike must have stayed awake during Physics classes in school.

[@OldManFatBike]

That's a great idea to add an additional strap @w. Patrick Gale! Thanks for letting us know!! I appreciate your comment 😉

[@cetinsenol6099]

I like your bike (cool color by the way) as much as your truck.

[@OldManFatBike]

Thank you so much @Cetin Senol ✌ 😊

[@paulchandler2056]

Hi Yens. My stickers came today now I have to let it warm up so I can apply them. It's minus 45 hear with the windchill. Thank you so much.

[@OldManFatBike]

That's great @Paul Chandler thanks for letting me know. Yep, you may want to let it warm up a degree or two!! LOL

[@AirEngineResearch]

That does look like the best way to transport it!

[@OldManFatBike]

Thanks for your comment @Air Engine Research!!

[@basails45]

Good idea! I usually just put the front tire over the tailgate.

[@OldManFatBike]

Thanks for your comment @Bernard Adams! Give it a try and see if you get the same results as I did. Whatever works best for you is the method you should use.

[@basails45]

@@OldManFatBike I think I will try it. Thanks for the good content. I know it takes allot of work to put out these videos.

[@OldManFatBike]

Cool, happy to hear that! This type of interaction and comradery makes it worth all the work that's put into each one of my videos!!

[@Mrpachuko13]

@@OldManFatBike Great response! Stay safe out there young man! Thank you for the upload.

[@MegaMilesteg]

Best wishes for 2020, from Belgium. love your vids!

[@OldManFatBike]

Wow, thanks a bunch @mark huijsm. Happy Tewnty Twenty to you too!! 👍✌

[@kinomorrison8004]

But the real hipsters use the tailgate wee pad thingy….😂

[@OldManFatBike]

I guess I'm not a real hipster! 🤣 Thanks for checking out this video @Kino Morrison, and I 💙 the fact that you took the time to leave a comment!! Stay well 😉✌️

[@tampafoxx]

wee pad 😝😝

[@OldManFatBike]

I agree with you, @tampafoxx!! 😅😂🤣

[@paulchandler2056]

So good to hear from ya again Yens. Good idea on securing your fatty. I like lt👍. Hope you have a great coming year.

[@OldManFatBike]

Thanks a bunch @Paul Chandler! Happy 2020 man!!

[@James-oh1wp]

Thank you !!!!! Pure genius!

[@OldManFatBike]

WOW, thanks so much for your very cool comment @James-oh1wp!! No one has ever referred to me as "genius" before! Thanks for making me smile 😋✌️

[@2fargonedaytona128]

I’m going to try it! Funny thing is I just damaged my front brake caliper because the front fork kept spinning around too far and I was being too aggressive just throwing it back into a similarly small truck bed. This could work

[@OldManFatBike]

Give it a try! It'll only cost you a few dollars @2FarGone Daytona. Let us know if it worked out for you. Good luck, and thanks for your comments ✌

[@2fargonedaytona128]

@@OldManFatBike it indeed worked! The biggest problem I had was at my local Menards was picking the damn straps! I grabbed a few similar to your rubber ones and grabbed sone heavy duty bungee type cords with industrial sized carabiners attached. There were even sone flat heavy duty bungees soooooo many choices I grabbed few if each and am still only spent about $8 I use 3 straps on on front tire and 2 help anchor & attach to the other anchor point but with the way it wedges in the bike ain’t going no where! Thanks for the hot tip I’d love to see others experiments

[@2fargonedaytona128]

Correction, I use 1 on front and 2 on back tire (3) total my smart phone isn’t being such

[@OldManFatBike]

That's awesome, happy to hear it worked for you!!!

[@johnlewandowski8741]

Hey just wanted to let u know that I tried it and works great, ty!

[@OldManFatBike]

Great to hear, thanks for letting me know @John Lewandowski!

[@stevekorth8476]

Let's rock the year 2020 🤘😁👍

[@OldManFatBike]

Let's, ya let's do that 🤘👍✌

[@joserico5509]

Thank u sir,u just saved me a ton of money👍

[@OldManFatBike]

That's awesome, I hope it works well for you @Jose Rico!! 😊

[@willardreasoner1694]

Well... slap me silly ! Good idea... I purchased a tailgate pad... where ya hang the front wheel over to the outside... and strap the frame onto the pad ...just inside the bed at the top of the tail gate... That thing cost around $150-ish. Big hassel too putting the pad thing on and off the truck. I been eyeballing too... the Yakima holdup 2 EVO hitch mount bike rack... looks damn good too. @$630. It's a little much for me at the moment... will most likely get that in the future. But I love your idea... it's a perfect solution for hauling the bike ....short trips to meet up with friends to ride. I will be doing this. Oh... I'm a old man too...70 in mid. July.... with a Trek 1120 which I DO NOT go bike packing with... I like a comfey ride 3" tires and a fat butt spring seat along with some Jones 2.5 swing back handle bars. Some day though... maybe a Fat Bike ! Good Video

[@OldManFatBike]

Thanks for checking out my videos @Willard Reasoner!! Happy to hear you may be giving this option a try. I've gone on a 650 mile trip using this method and the bike was safe a sound the entire trip. Sounds like you have the perfect bike for you, enjoy that ride whenever you can. I think you would love the FAT life too!!🍻😎😉

[@Fatbikethong]

Happy New Year to you and your family from here in the UK ! , Been looking out for your latest vid all week. For what it's worth, I use a thru axle mount adapter for a roof carrier but bolted to an 18x6 inch or so MDF 'foot' , bungee round the rear wheel and use the front wheel as a cushion between bikes or whatever, very stable and it allows me to get them in a Volvo estate without laying them down ! . Great vid as always, nice coordination with the fluo you've got going there , you just need a narrow stripe of fluo fade down the centre of that beard now 😉 !.

[@OldManFatBike]

Happy Twenty Twenty @Stuart! Thanks for your comment, you never know how many people with a Volvo Estate may be reading it and may put the information to use. I'd like to know more about the "narrow strip of flo down the center of my beard". It sounds interesting but I don't know what that is or what you mean. Can you elaborate?

[@Fatbikethong]

@@OldManFatBike Some how I just knew you were gonna query it ! That would be a stripe of subtle colour to match the headwarmer and the fluo motif on ya TNF top, I'm not expecting you to think it would be a good look !! 😮

[@OldManFatBike]

@@Fatbikethong Ahh you were right, that's kinda what I thought! Thanks for the clarification, you gave me something to think about :-)

[@jayg7890]

This is perfect!! Thanks.

[@OldManFatBike]

Awesome, you're very welcome @jayg7890!!

[@TonyTsai]

good stuff!! I've been using tie-down ( not rachet type) anchor very similar to yours. but, I think with some give with bungee is better. More play to free up shocking energy.

[@OldManFatBike]

Only you will know what works best for you @Tony Tsai. Let me know which one it is ;-)

[@tdg0101]

Excellent idea. Thanks

[@OldManFatBike]

Happy to hear you liked the idea @Tdg0101!!

[@bigcheese467]

Bike rack manufacturers HATE this one simple trick

[@OldManFatBike]

I'm sure they do @bigcheese467! It matters not to us, because we love it!! Thanks for checking out my videos 😉✌️

[@bigcheese467]

@@OldManFatBike Wife and I just got our first bikes (since we were kids) and I tried this out yesterday before dropping a bunch of money on a bike rack. Worked perfectly my man 👍

[@OldManFatBike]

So, so happy to hear the good news @bigcheese467! Congratulations on the new bikes! Which bikes did you recently purchase??

[@bigcheese467]

​@Old Man Fat Bike thanks man. She got a trek verve 2 and I got a trek dual sport 1.

[@mytrigger5613]

I'm probably going to take some purist grief for this but here goes, as a owner/operator of an Aventon Sinch Evil bike, even without the heavy battery installed, it is pretty much unrideable. The frame is 60 pounds of American steel, which mostly answers my inquiry, but I'm still curious if your bike with fat tires, does that slow you down, and what sort of riding do you use this bike for?

[@OldManFatBike]

You'll get no grief from me! I always say, ride what you got. Sorry to hear you have a two-wheeled boulder. As far as the fat tires slowing me down, it doesn't seem to be an issue for me. If you'd like to know what kind of riding I do, check out some of my videos @my trigger. I pretty much ride whatever is available at time! I love it all and I only have one bike! Take care and stay safe out there 🍻

[@noahfarmer9542]

Affordable Sturdy Bike Rack.

[@OldManFatBike]

Thank you for your comment @noahfarmer9542! I've heard others tell me the same thing. Take care!!

[@miked3764]

Nice! Thanks for the info 🤘🤘

[@OldManFatBike]

Right on @Mike D! I hope it works 4 U just as good as it does for me 🙌🤙

[@gaddobronx6740]

I just came across this video it's awesome. But would this method work in my VW sportwagon? Lol kidding. I always wondered with a tailgate pad, would that just slide around or tip over. But wondering if this only works for fat bikes because of the super wide tires. Well now all I need is a pickup. Cheers buddy

[@OldManFatBike]

The taillight pad actually has several straps that hold the bikes in place. The straps typically go around the top tube. Thanks for checking out this video @gaddobronx6740!! ✌️

[@raysiekierski7656]

..Thank You...

[@OldManFatBike]

You are very welcome @Ray Siekierski!! I hope it works for you as well as it does for me 👍✌

[@christianrodriguez7478]

I'm trying this in my 07 Sport Trac, thanks

[@OldManFatBike]

That's great @Christian Rodriguez! I hope it works well for you!! Thanks for your comment 😊🍻

[@JS-xn3dq]

Thanks, great idea for local drives. I have been laying my mtb down in the back and think that is a fair amount of pressure on the crank arm and bottom bracket - wonder if that is why my bottom bracket has been loosening up. However, I am planning on longer road trips and am looking for something to do that if anyone has ideas.

[@OldManFatBike]

Glad it was helpful! I have used the single bungee strap for long hauls as well and I didn't have any issues. Thanks for your comment!!

[@rrosteck]

Great idea. Thanks!

[@OldManFatBike]

Happy to hear your thoughts @Rick!!

[@WeOutHere]

looks solid 👍

[@OldManFatBike]

It actually is very solid, I was surprised! Thanks for your comment @eBike Photographer!!

[@keith606]

How is the rear tire stabilized? Is it because it’s wedged up against the cab?Would a bungee on the rear tire stabilize even more?

[@OldManFatBike]

Hey there @Barry Davis! The rear tire is stabilized against the bed behind the cab. With the bungee pulling the front tire towards the cab and towards the side of the bed at the same time. There are actually 4 contact points. The front tire against the tailgate and the side of the bed. The right pedal touches the bed right above the fender well, and the rear tire against the cab. I have hauled my Fatty this way for a couple years now and I've never had any issues. You can add another bungee if it will make you more comfortable. 😉✌🍻

[@BIKEMAN21]

@@OldManFatBike If you get stopped this maybe an issue depending on the cop. Typically a bungee is not a securement device. This does look like it would work but both tires and the frame should be secured by a rachet strap or something. Anything extending out of the bed needs to be actually secured. Fines start at $500 around. For low speed this looks fine but hwy speed i personally wouldn't try that.

[@discosuitDan]

@@BIKEMAN21 As a police officer.... If its strapped down and clearly isn't gonna fly outta the bed. Good enough for me! About to use this setup myself

[@OldManFatBike]

That's awesome @Dale Gribble! Thanks for your comments, it works really well at all speeds and it's very secure 😉😊👍

[@Entertainmentchann]

Thanks man.your video gave me a great idea.that is definitely the best way

[@OldManFatBike]

Glad to hear I made your idea maker kick in!! LOL

[@dwaynendwayne1]

Fantastic Quality

[@OldManFatBike]

Hey there @Dwayne Price! Thanks for letting me know your thoughts on this!! Take care 😊✌️

[@SponsoredByMeFishing]

Do you think this would work for a bike with much smaller tires? I bought a gravel bike with pretty slim ones, but I'd think the principles are the same.

[@OldManFatBike]

Yes I think it would work just fine. I don't think the width of the tires has anything to do with it working or not. The primary issue would be the height of the tires and the size of the frame. I hope this answers your question @Zack Holiskey!!

[@bradleydavidgood]

good job

[@OldManFatBike]

Thank you very much, Bradley!! I hope this method works well for you @bradleydavidgood9316 😊🍻

[@BPoweredLove]

5:33 bro 5:44 BRO!!

[@OldManFatBike]

LOL, thanks for checking out this video @BPLove!! Your comments ROCK 🤣😂🤪

[@JLamont45]

Just what I needed!!

[@OldManFatBike]

Fantastic @Joe Lamont. Thanks for letting me know!!

[@rongarcia9902]

Any ideas loading an ebike on a truck with a camper shell ?

[@OldManFatBike]

Hello @rongarcia9902! Thanks for checking out this video. Unfortunately, I don't have any suggestions for you at this time. The only thing I can come up with is to lay the bike down in the bed. That really isn't a very good idea as your bike will take up a lot of your bed space. If I do think of something else, I'll reply to this thread 😉

[@Edward_Monge]

Great video! Thank you

[@OldManFatBike]

Glad you liked it @Edward Monge!! Thanks for letting me know :-)

[@dieseldown]

I just got into mountain biking, what’s the advantage to having fat tires?

[@OldManFatBike]

Hey there @dieseldown! That's a great question. One of the biggest advantage is have super wide tires that can float over, sand, snow, and mud. You can run very low air pressure making this possible. One more benefit is rolling over everything like a little monster truck. If you're looking for a fast ride this wouldn't be the best choice for you. Sorry it took me so long to reply. Another advantage is FAT IS FUNNER!!!! ✌️😎🙌

[@gaddobronx6740]

I don't have a fat bike, but I have friends that do. But I know they are great over snow and loose dirt. Not so much mud I hear. The fat tires are heavier and can feel draggy. But for me a regular mtb hardtail or Full suspension is what you want.

[@billrowden7505]

This method did not work for me. Maybe I didn’t do it just right. My bike fell over and one off the hooks on the strap punctured the sidewall of the front tire of my bike.

[@OldManFatBike]

Oh no!! I'm so sorry to hear that this method didn't work out well for you @Bill Rowden!

[@marcs4091]

If it was me I probably just take the front tire off and wrap the rest of the bike in an old comforter or even two comforters. And lay it down in the bed

[@OldManFatBike]

That's an option as well @Marc Serina! The single bungie strap work very well and it's surprisingly easy to do and very stable. Thanks for your suggestion!!

[@marcs4091]

Beautiful Bike by the way, what kind is it! I have a lower level fat bike. I've been looking around, it seems to me like a lot of the manufacturers are not putting as many nice fat bikes out as they were a three years ago when I bought mine. Mine is a Redline , basically a rebranded diamondback.

[@OldManFatBike]

@@marcs4091 I have a 2018 Kona Wozo, I absolutely love riding this thing! I think there are plenty of awesome Fatty's being built. I see them in videos all the time. This is my second one, I started out with a lower level fat bike as well. It was a good stepping stone for me and I found out exactly what I wanted and didn't won't.

[@mrsamuelorify]

So smart

[@OldManFatBike]

Thank you, Samuel! t's simple but very effective. Take care and thanks for your comment @mrsamuelorify!! 👍✌️

[@317808941]

Is the bike strapped at the front AND rear wheel? No issues with tipping while turning etc.? Thank you

[@OldManFatBike]

The strap is only on the front wheel @Chris C. The rear tire is up against the bed behind the cab and the right pedal is against the the bed. So there actually 4 contact points, two on the front wheel, the pedal, and the rear tire. I have never had an issue with it tipping over. I just went on a 800 mile round trip this past weekend and it stayed where I put it. Thanks for your question!! 👍👍

[@MrDwaynecasey]

@@OldManFatBike good to know. 800 miles is a true test. I’m sure in that time you hit some bumps made turns etc.