Originally Posted by
Squeeze
I am considering a small pickup as my next vehicle. I've seen those tailgate pads and have always wanted to ask this:
Do you just set the bike there and hope gravity keeps it in place, or do you also strap down the frame of the bike inside the bed with bungee cords or similar tie-downs?
I have a Retrax roll top cover that I butt up against the rear tire so the bike isn't going anywhere....but to answer your question, it is always a good idea to secure the rear wheel in the bed. I have only used this method on my FatBike when I'm too lazy to put the bike rack into the hitch for a quick trip to ride. I would not use this method on my road bike.