First off, this bike rack is a total game-changer for small spaces! The combo of sleek aluminum and warm wood gives it a modern-industrial vibe that blends into my living room surprisingly well. No more tripping over my road bike in the hallway!

The installation had me sweating at first—those included screws felt sketchy for my plaster walls. Pro tip: Spend $5 on heavy-duty anchors. Once secured, it held my 22lb gravel bike like a champ, though I did panic when the wooden shelf wobbled before I realized it needed screwing from underneath (instructions, anyone?).

Major win: The integrated shelf perfectly fits my helmet, gloves, and bike lock. But that "universal" claim? Not quite. My partner's step-through hybrid bike hung at a drunken angle—the felt padding only covers partial areas, leaving cables to grind against raw metal. I fixed it with stick-on foam strips from my toolbox.

At 3AM, I actually woke up to check if the bike was still mounted (no crashes yet!). The straps feel unnecessary unless you live in earthquake territory. For road/gravel bikes under 25kg? Solid buy. For cruisers or e-bikes? Keep scrolling.