Technical Questions
I’m super DIY and want to print my own CLUG! Can I buy a 3D printing file?
Unfortunately 3D printing files aren’t currently available to buy. We’re working super hard to navigate the legal maze surrounding making these files available, but will emerge victorious yet!
Does the back wheel need to be on the ground?
YES!!! We do not provide bike-levitating equipment. At least one wheel needs to be on the ground at all times or this will happen:
What about if I used 2 CLUGs?
Ah we’ve got a smart one here. Top marks for effort, but nope it still won’t work. Seee...
I can’t drill into my walls, can I use picture hanging tape (or similar) to mount CLUG?
We have seen plenty of examples where this has worked, but we do not recommend it. It’s not really what these strips were designed to do and, if the paint job isn’t tip top, you might pull a chunk of paint of the wall. The most secure way is always going to be by screwing CLUG into a sturdy wall.
What about mounting it on the floor?
Nope, that won’t work I’m afraid.
I have a rather hefty bike, will it CLUG?
It depends on how wide your tire is in each CLUG, and what type of tires you have (for example gum walls are much less grippy than regular tires).
To be super safe, do not exceed these maximums;
Roadie:
23mm/1" tire - 9kg (20lbs),
32mm/1.25" tire - 13kg (29lbs)
Hybrid:
33mm/1.3" tire - 12kg (27lbs)
42mm/1.75" tire - 19kg (42lbs)
MTB:
43mm/1.8" tire - 13kg (29lbs)
62mm/2.5" tire - 20kg (44lbs)
If you stay between these figures you are sure to be happy. The truth of the matter is the wider the tire, the more secure it is in each size. We are constantly testing a variety of bikes and sizes to figure out what will and won't CLUG - you will be surprised by the results. If you want to find out more, check out the #willitclug series over on our BLOG.
Which CLUG do I need and how do I find out the size of my tires?
All the information you need is highlighted in our very handy Sizing Guide. But do be careful, the size range we state relates to the ACTUAL measured tire size. Some sneaky manufacturers will sell you a 32mm tire which is actually 28mm wide, (or less!) just to save weight. So play it safe and measure your tires just to be sure!
My tires are 32s, do I go with the Roadie or Hybrid?
Taking a physical measurement of the width of your tire will hopefully give you a better indication as to which CLUG you need, so grab that ruler! If you still can’t decide, try using ‘Eeny Meeny Miny Mo’ for your decision making conundrum - we can always exchange it if it’s not quite right.
Will CLUG fit my wide aero rims?
If your rims are wider than your tires, then there probably isn’t enough rubber for CLUG to grip on. We’ll come up with something for you speedy whipper-snappers as soon as we can but as of right now, CLUG isn’t for you - sorry!
I have full fenders on my rear wheel, can I CLUG please?
Thanks for the polite question. You might be able to CLUG if your fender is a little flexible or if it doesn’t extend around the wheel too far.
How high do I mount my CLUG?
Try to line CLUG up with the center of your wheel as best as you can, but CLUG will allow for a range of up to 8”. Check our our Installation Guide for more details on where to aim your drill.
Which wheel should CLUG hug?
For you vertical mounters out there, you will need to clip your front wheel into CLUG whilst the back wheel rests on the ground.
For storing your bike horizontally, reverse your bike in so that the rear wheel is clipped.
Refer to this handy image below if you'd like:
I’m not sure which colour to buy, what do you suggest?
Our white and combination would match
What about the rear wheel marking my lovely walls?
They are lovely, aren’t they? If you’re mounting CLUG upright, you may want to keep the rear wheel off of the wall to prevent scuffs.
If you’re opting for the MTB then you’re in luck - it comes with a super smart MUD PAD made of SCIENCE which attaches to your wall with microscopic suction cups (cool, right?).
For the roadie and hybrid, there is no MUD PAD (yet!) so you will have to either get creative as we have seen some of you doing already - or you can buy 2 CLUGs.
It looks like my CLUG is bending when I use it, is this normal?
If you are confident that you have followed our Sizing and Installation guides correctly, a little flexing shouldn’t be anything to worry about. We have made CLUG out of a durable yet flexible polycarbonate to accommodate this and successfully tested it with up to 5-15 years worth of daily use.