Ceiling hooks get bikes off the floor, but standard hardware store hooks weren't designed for bicycle wheels. The Park Tool 470 Oversized Storage Hook uses a wider hook radius that accommodates fat tires, plus bikes, and mountain bike wheels without pinching or deforming the rim. The vinyl coating protects wheel surfaces from scratches while the hook supports up to 50 lbs of hanging weight.

The machine thread design means you're mounting into a pre-drilled hole with a nut on the back side, not screwing directly into wood. This matters for garage ceiling joists, basement rafters, or any situation where you want a secure connection without relying on wood threads alone. The 3/8" diameter threading gives you hardware store flexibility if you need longer bolts or different mounting hardware than what's included.

Park Tool offers this hook in two versions: the 470 with machine threads for through-bolt mounting, and the 471 with wood threads for direct installation into studs or joists. The machine thread version requires more installation work upfront but creates a stronger connection point, particularly useful if you're hanging heavier bikes or installing in materials where wood screws might pull out over time.... Read More