stvekay Posted September 20, 2017 Share Posted September 20, 2017 Any one any recommendations for a 2 bicycle cover for Fiammi bike rack. Had the Fiammi one but didn't last, one side split and shredded. Thanks Steve kelly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malc d Posted September 20, 2017 Share Posted September 20, 2017 As an alternative, and as we got a bit fed up putting the covers on and off, we ditched ours - and now just put waterproof covering on the saddles. The rest of the bike is pretty well waterproof - and we keep the mechanics well oiled. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stvekay Posted September 20, 2017 Author Share Posted September 20, 2017 Thanks good idea, You must have started answering before I had finished asking the question you were so quick. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matrix Meanderer Posted September 20, 2017 Share Posted September 20, 2017 I'm a bit surprised your Fiamma cover split. We've had ours for six years and used it regularly. OK it's showing some wear and it's got chain oil on it but no sign of any split. I reckon that it's all in the fitting, a little slack to allow for wind action but not pulled tight. Otherwise agree with the OP - just cover the saddles. One positive point about covering is that the low life cannot see the value of the bikes underneath very easily. :-S Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mjay Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 I normally just cover the saddles but have recently opted for a Taylormade cover. Not tried it yet but the screen and bonnet cover that I purchased at the same time are excellent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EJB Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 Agree with Matrix...Fiamma used for two years without any obvious wear...however I use four long soft bungees overall to keep it tight and stop any flapping and rubbing ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stvekay Posted September 21, 2017 Author Share Posted September 21, 2017 I did the same with extra long bugees. The clear plastic window with warning cross blew off whilst we were parked. Admittedly it was quite a gale, but still wouldn't of expected it. Steve Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyg3nwl Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 Hi, our fiamma one is 4 years old and held together with duck tape..and other stick brown plastic tape normally used for parcels. It is in desperate need of replacement, but serves the purpose Covers the 2 electric bikes, and held on by selection of bungies May get surprise xmas present replacement..hint hint. Tonyg3nwl. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malc d Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 The easiest way to cover your saddles is to use plastic bags - and if that gives you any concerns about your image - get the bags from Harrods. ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheSearles Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 Hi, I do quite a lot of cycling so maintain my bikes. I can't fathom why we need a cover. I can see they might get dirty and the saddle / handle bars need wiping over. But, bikes, get dirty and need cleaning anyway. can I ask why people use them? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
malc d Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 TheSearles - 2017-09-21 11:33 AM Hi, I do quite a lot of cycling so maintain my bikes. I can't fathom why we need a cover. I can see they might get dirty and the saddle / handle bars need wiping over. But, bikes, get dirty and need cleaning anyway. can I ask why people use them? Probably because marketing by the people who sell them is effective. The only "positive" I can see in covering your bikes is ( as mentioned somewhere previously ) that they may deter the low life from nicking them. :-| Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chas Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 When I do decide to take my bike with me I don't cover it in transit except the saddle with a plastic bag. My bike carrier fits on a tow bar ball and if I was to cover the bike it would badly obscure the rear lights and brake lights. The rack does contain its own independent lights, but IMO are not as visible as I would like. I do own a cheap bike cover bought from Argos, which I use on site when the bike will not be in use. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EJB Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 We cover our ebikes for two reasons...it hides them from view and keeps them clean. Have done lots of mud plugging in my time but life now dictates I take the easy options. ;-) :-D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blaven Posted September 21, 2017 Share Posted September 21, 2017 Bags and covers Direct was the firm that supplied my made to measure cover for two electric bikes. Good service and product. I recommend them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheSearles Posted September 22, 2017 Share Posted September 22, 2017 Yes, I can see why you would want to cover up electric bikes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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