Wicker Bicycle Baskets
Bicycles have been a popular mode of transport since ancient times. In recent times, environmentalists encourage people to cycle more in order to save fuel and avoid global warming. More and more people are cycling to work nowadays. This has given into a rise of demand for bicycle baskets. These are a very easy method to carrying things with you and you do not have to worry about balance or hang things on your sidebar. Bicycle baskets are available in different shapes and sizes. Most people prefer wicker bicycle baskets to plastic ones, as they are durable, stylish and more affordable and environment friendly.
These baskets can be mounted on handlebars or can be used as a luggage carrier near the rear wheel of the cycle or be mounted on the back seat. These baskets come in many shapes and sizes colors range from light to deep brown. You can also have them varnished for a shinier look.
There are mainly two types of wicker bicycle baskets: front or handle bar bicycle baskets and rear rack bicycle baskets. Front wicker bicycle baskets are available in main shapes such as oval, D shaped, map baskets. These baskets can be used to carry small pets, books, grocery items, water bottles, picnic items or any other small items. They have the advantage that you can keep an eye on things in your basket, which is very important in case of carrying pets. However, one disadvantage is that if not fitted properly additional weight in the basket can cause it to slide and imbalance. Baskets can be attached to the handle bar by using hooks or straps . This way they can be easily lifted out to carry stuff around. If your need is of heavier loads then the basket can also be attached with the screws and brackets to support the weight.
Rear rack bicycle baskets are used for carrying heavy load. They can be easily fitted on the lead seat or be hung like a side bag on the rear wheel. Side baskets help keep the balance on the cycle. Some wicker baskets are collapsible and expand on weight. These wicker baskets are of different types like recumbent rear bike basket, butchers basket. Large rear wicker bicycle baskets are fitted behind the saddle. They are little lower in front than in back so that it does not interfere with riding.
Many companies offer custom fitting for wicker bicycle baskets. These are fitted in such a way that they do not interfere with brakes , gears or rear wheels. You can have them in any color or decorate them any way you want. When choosing your wicker bicycl3 basket take care that the basket is large enough to hold your requirements