(Part 2) Reddit mentions: The best garage storage & organization products

you have a lot of options, but they all boil down to the question of whether you want to store your bike horizontally (e.g. holding the bike up by the top tube, like with this mount), or vertically (usually holding the bike by the front wheel, like this mount).

i prefer vertical mounts because they take less wall space, but it means stuff might tumble out of my saddle bag or panniers if i leave things in them when i mount my bike. i've gotten in the habit of removing these bags on my way into my apartment, but once in a while i forget. but horizontal mounts take up a relatively enormous amount of wall space. on the other hand, if you're proud of your bike, it can be a nice way to show it off i guess.

i use the vertical mount i linked above for my apartment, but my office has this track thing with some hooks and we can hold up 3 bikes in the 48" track (with the middle big upside down to avoid the handlebars knocking into each other). they're all pretty great, and i have no complaints except that you'll want to figure out what to do to protect the wall from the wheels sooner rather than later. even relatively smooth tires will start eating up the wall where they rest, if they're there without any protection.

there are also more aesthetically themed mounts both on the horizontal and vertical sides of things. i tend to prefer understated kind of industrial looks, though, so the white metal hook really pleased me and i didn't save links to other products i saw.

the major takeaway is (i hope) that you have tons of dimensions to work out, and most of them are personal preference. if you don't have any wall space, then horizontal mounts might be out of the question, but beyond those sorts of things, as long as you have a stud you can mount just about whatever you want. road bikes aren't very heavy, and the load they put on a properly installed wall mount almost certainly won't be a problem.

so just look for something you like that has a good handful of believable reviews (there are chrome extensions and stuff that can analyze reviews for false reviews, which is unfortunately a thing). you can also find really inventive designs on etsy and stuff, which will give you inspiration for what qualities to look for (material, size, color, etc...) if nothing else.

This is lovely, but your layout needs some work. That bike should be hung vertically in the inaccessible corner where the light wood end table is currently. http://www.amazon.com/Racor-B-1R-Solo-Vertical-Bike/dp/B0009I8ANM/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1381846128&sr=1-1

I'd find a better solution for the TV and the couch. I like where the couch is currently, the TV should be on the long wall on an tilting wall mount so you can push it out to be across from the TV when in use and push it back when not, or leave it angled at the TV all the time. Either way, it will feel more cohesive. http://www.bestbuy.com/site/peerless-truvue-full-motion-tilting-wall-mount-for-most-22-37-flat-panel-tvs-black/8844925.p?id=1218911747388&skuId=8844925&ref=06&loc=01&ci_src=14110944&ci_sku=8844925&extensionType={adtype}:{network}&s_kwcid=PTC!pla!{keyword}!{matchtype}!{adwords_producttargetid}!{network}!{ifmobile:M}!{creative}&kpid=8844925&k_clickid=71b18fad-31d0-3968-eb9b-00006b13c787&gclid=CPLQu7iBmboCFQ-a4Aod_gEAFQ
You'll probably have to get rid of one of those recliners to make this work, as your living room is very narrow and long. I'd consider swapping out the recliner for the modern chair in the basement. That has more of the esthetic that you're going for. You have to work with what you have, my friend. As time and money permits, consider a left return sectional that can run along the long wall. That will keep the room open. Also, you need an area rug in the living room. That will define this space.
Lastly, a rule of thumb for hanging art is that it shouldn't be hung any higher than the door frame. There are, of course, exceptions to the rule, but I think that you're home would do well with following that idea. It keeps the items in the room connected and allows the viewer to actually see it. Your house is wonderful. Truly. You're young and you're catering to your lifestyle. Getting accolades in the interior design subreddit ain't easy. You're on your way.

Very simply: Use the posts for modular wire shelving. The legs can screw together, each is 14 inches long.

These shelving systems are sold everywhere under many different names with the same basic design. Smaller shelves have legs that are 3/4" in diameter with 1/4" screws. Larger ones are available with 1" diameter posts and 1/2" screws connecting them. Different post lengths are available but 14" is the sweet spot for a spreader bar.

The cheapest option I found was the "Whitmor Supreme Stacking Shelf Organizer" on Amazon. This has 4x 14" posts that are 3/4" in diameter for $12.65+shipping: https://www.amazon.com/Whitmor-Supreme-Stacking-Shelf-Organizer/dp/B0007MHD2E/

You can also buy just a set of the 1" posts here: https://www.shelving.com/SI-Chrome-Round-Post-Sets-p/si-pc-set-p.htm (Note that I haven't bought from there, I just googled it when looking for the cheapest option).

There are also tons more options that are basically the same overall design. I'm not trying to endorse any vendor (I'm not affiliated with any of them), just pointing out that these very common posts are perfect for turning into a spreader bar.

A pack of two 1/4" 20 threads per inch (TPI) 2 1/2" long eye bolts are available from Home Depot for $1.18 and they fit the Whitmor posts perfectly. You can easily screw them in by hand at the ends and in less than a minute you have a spreader bar with no tools necessary.

I bought two sets of two eye bolts, so I could use one post as a wrist bar, and the remaining three legs combine to form a 42" leg spreader bar as pictured.

The best part of this is that you can unscrew the legs again, collapsing the bar for storage to a length of only about 15" (with the end eye bolts in). This means that instead of having an awkward 3+ foot bar in my closet I can easily throw the set of 15" posts in a large desk drawer (though they are still long enough I have to put them in at an angle to make them fit).

One concern at first glance might be: "Wait, if the posts screw together so easily couldn't someone just easily unscrew them and get out of the spreader?" Answer: No. Maybe this is obvious to people who are not me, but it doesn't work this way provided you are attached to both the screw and what it is attached to. Take any two things that are screwed together. Then try to unscrew one from the other, never taking your hand off of either one. Go ahead and try. You can't do it. You'll end up trying to wrap your arms into a pretzel. Despite how easily it screws together, it's secure.

1. This is very useful!
   
   
2. Lots of great tips here
   
   
3. Keep a list of things that need to be done sorted out on a dry erase calendar so you can tackle things one at a time and get a schedule going.
   
   
4. Document on days that are good & that you do well, what you do well and look at this on a bad day to remind you that you are capable, confident, and overall great. A journal page or a list somewhere.
   
   BIGGIE: Stop comparing yourself to others as you are a unique individual and everyone does things according to their uniqueness and skill level and that's okay. Also, everyone's uniqueness makes them more beautiful and interesting.
   
   
5. Smile :) because the world needs more smiles.

I just installed one for my garage 10 days ago!

A few things that I learned:

• I don't want the kind of pegs that you have to screw in place, at least not yet until I figure out after a couple years exactly where I want everything
  
• Hooks are more price than you'd imagine, so look for places that you can get them in bulk, especially if you have 2 of those 8 foot sections. I really like this set from Amazon - 100 hooks (50 J hooks and 50 angled) for $14. Here's a link. I really like that they're 1/4" hooks, and they're made to fit tight so that they stay sturdy in place.
  
• I painted mine since I got those ugly brown ones. I can look up the exact kind of paint, but found a nice metallic top coat spray paint that looks really good. Here's a pic from before I got all my hooks
  
• Check out Home Depot for some hooks to try out. My favorite from there so far is the peg version of this hook, and it's only like $3

cracks knuckles I am the organization queen.

Wall organizer 1

Wall organizer 2

Pantry organizer

Office organizer

Hair dryer caddy

Bed caddy

Under shelf caddy

Door organizer

Good luck with your new apartment, I hope you find what you're looking for. Thanks for the contest too :)

Get one of those round laundry baskets, have your pulley mounted above, and like the other guy said, have a cleat (that's what his picture is of) to secure the line to. I'd recommend putting the cleat at ground level, so she can load it, pull it up and secure it on the ground, then go up and unload and reload it. When she comes back down she can untie it from the cleat and bring it back to ground level with her stuff in it.

http://treehouseaccessories.com/accessories/pully_bucket.html

Edit: I have a bike hoist in my shed with a safety, might be a good cheap pulley. They're often on sale: http://www.amazon.com/RAD-Cycle-Products-Bike-Hoist/dp/B000PEURIQ

I got this and love it. The adjustable height is nice, although I've left it on the highest level because that's what works best for me.

Also, check out /r/robobrew and the Facebook groups if you haven't already!

You know, I've been searching for a solution for the exact same problem. The best I've come up with is something like this or something like this and moutning it high up on the wall near the ceiling. Neither one is a ideal solution. Right now are bikes are next to our bed. I'm interested to see what other people may post in here.

Lol damnn I think I’ll stick with what I have! This thing cost me $15 and by just putting something at the back to raise it up an inch or two all the water runs to the front.

Camco 20762 30"OD x 28" Washing... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00EOX2KZ2?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

I also have two of these wire shelf things which make a perfect drain rack just high enough to slide the drain pan under

Whitmor Supreme Wide Stacking... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0007MHD24?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share

There's nothing you can really get to allow you to fold up your pedals or bars, but the other commenter made a good suggestion about taking your front wheel off.

Personally, I use this freestanding rack. It has some pretty critical reviews, but after owning and using it, I feel like there's a lot of user error behind those reviews. It takes up as much horizontal space as the bike itself, but allows you to stack two of them, which saves a considerable amount of space of you have multiple bikes. A lot of the reviews say that it doesn't stand up or isn't stable, or that it needs to be leaning against or anchored to a wall to remain stable, but mine can stand up in the middle of the room on its own as long as there's a bike on it.

Other than this and the other suggestions, all I can think of is getting a folding bike and stashing it in a corner when you're not using it.

Oh, one more suggestion: if your bed frame (or any other piece of furniture) is tall enough, you can just slip your bike underneath, virtually eliminating any space it would take up.

I am a huge fan of steady rack! https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004N9BUEY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I have six of them mounted in my garage, two of the fat bike versions and 4 regular. They swing left to right so you can mount your bike then swing it out of the way. Very easy on and off as well.

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edit: main website https://www.steadyrack.com

Great work! But you should consider hanging your bikes differently. Hung by the rim will put all the bike's weight on one point of the rim and possible warp it. I got these and they work great.

http://www.amazon.com/RAD-Cycle-Products-Bike-Hoist/dp/B003TFOPJA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1463858945&sr=8-1&keywords=bicycle+pulley+storage

the pulleys we use is pretty similiar to those. works great. our ceiling slants up, so we have the bikes well above our heads. if you have a dropper post, i run some paracord around the frame and up through the seat post, that way the weight of the bike sits on the frame as opposed to the post. some dropper posts (command post and gravity dropper) wont need this.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000FIE4WC/

Compression post stand. Love it so far, looks pretty badass! The bike on top is no doubt heavier than my Stumpy, and the stand is holding everything fine.

Edit: for size reference, my Stumpjumper is an XL.

Mint, rosemary, and basil are standard easy herbs.

For a dead-simple setup, you can buy 2 of these and two of these and clamp/hang them about 1 ft above the tops of your herbs. Then put a couple pots on/under a wire shelf like this.

I like these kinds of installations because there's really no "building" and they can be moved around easily. Metal wire shelves are also very versatile so you can reconfigure/repurpose them as needed.

I've got a bunch of these stackable desktop drawer organizer whatsits and they work nicely.

Things like this are often recommended here, too, I'll probably end up adding one or two for small quantity parts.

Aside from that, I recommend checking dollar stores and hardware stores for whatever looks sized right.

We have a couple [Delta Michelangelo 2 Rugged] (https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009ZN0OTK) stands and they work really well. The Michelangelo Canaletto looks to be about the same but quite a bit cheaper.

They're neat in that they lean against your wall; the weight of the bikes keeps them stable. You can tack them to the wall with an included nylon strap if need be, but we've never bothered to.

Here's the base model.

Yeah I'm pretty sure it is a ladder rack. The Home Depot didn't have the bike hook I wanted so I went for something that worked equally as well.

I sort by a combination of color and piece using a three tiered system.

Tier 1 - Small Parts Storage
All of a given piece are put into a drawer at this point. As more drawers are needed, I begin to sort into colors. Once I fill 4 drawers, I move to Tier 2

Tier 2 - Stanley Cases
Most of my brick and plates are in these. Each has ten interchangeable trays so you can reorganize to have a case you can take with you for a given project. I mostly use the 10 compartment model but own a couple of the 25 compartment for things like 1x1 tiles that come in a large number of colors. Once one of the large compartments is full, I move to tier 3.

Tier 3 - Shoebox storage
Each of these holds 6.5 qts of brick which is equivalent to one Pick a Brick case from the LEGO store. If one of these gets filled up, I start a second one.

Most of my collection is sorted this way. I do use these for minifigs and plastic drawers for things like bionicle parts.

I will certainly know where to get feedback on my amateur photography from now on... Plus it's not a kickstand, it's a bike stand! I thought I got away with a clean, affordable performance setup for enjoyable riding and the lock and bag add some versatility.

I want to install a bike wall mount into drywall, but I'm not sure I can reliably find a stud. I have an edge-finder, but it detects metal and other things (electric pipes, metal stuff) that I shouldn't be screwing into. My bike is light, but I feel like standard drywall mounts would't be enough to hold it. Are there some special mounts I can use?

I’ve got a tiny apartment and can’t drill into walls either, so I opted for a Gravity bike stand . I didn’t get this exact one, but one almost identical to it. It’s worked pretty well and doesn’t take up an enormous amount of space....

Have you considered a bike lift?

2004 2-Pack RAD Cycle Products Bike Lift Hoist Garage Mtn Bicycle Hoist 100LB Cap https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003TFOPJA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_FPP.BbPZ2ZHFZ

Pretty popular for cramped garages.

Edit: noticing you said roof rack isn't an option. Maybe that means no lift, either. Cheers.

You will never have enough storage :-). I use wall mounted bins like this for common parts, storage boxes like this for resistors, caps, etc., and a variety of other things like losthiker posted for LEDs and other small parts. I have some big drawers (made out of wood wine cases I pick up at wine stores) for mid-sized things, too.

I use something called a tool organizer. They look like this https://www.amazon.com/Berry-Ave-Broom-Holder-Organization/dp/B01DI8H364/ref=mp_s_a_1_9?ie=UTF8&qid=1525034121&sr=8-9&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=tool+rack&dpPl=1&dpID=51PWRVBlm3L&ref=plSrch

If you are curious what it looks like with kendamas on it, here is a video of mine https://giphy.com/gifs/kendama-fxC8ZYL23UNLwuLHup

Looks great! What I think you could add for the little things is buy an over the door shelf. It’s so great!
It made a difference in my home, especially with the cans & little items.

Smart Design Over The Door Adjustable Pantry Organizer Rack w/ 6 Adjustable Shelves - Large 58 Inch - Steel Construction w/ Hooks & Screws - for Cans, https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00683MM9K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_mf4U4GjJgTWBv

I'm an electrical engineer, and I've worked in more than a few labs now, all of which have had slightly different setups. As far as something that scales well, can be easily labelled, and still be grabbed and taken somewhere, I'd have to recommend the Plano 974 series. They have a few different numbers and sizes, but the gist is that they stack, you can get different types of boxes that goes in the slots, and you can easily label the boxes and subdivide them. Need to take stuff somewhere? Grab the boxes you need and take them with. I have some for my own lab, and they're what I've wanted for years.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000CRHD6K/

Racor B-1R Solo Vertical Bike Rack, White https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009I8ANM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_5vHfzbAMQHBER

It took about 15 minutes to install, pretty easy.

he could have paid a fab shop to make them, but screwdriver holders will serve the same function.


here's a DIY version, you'll just need to drill the proper diameter to accomodate your brushes

here's one that's ready to use: Screwdriver Storage

I actually didn't build these. They are Allen Wall mounted racks that have so far worked great. And they're only $20 each!

Define damn good lock? Any type of cable/chain lock can be basically cut through with a large enough set of bolt cutters. A good u-lock or mini u-lock would require a powered angle grinder to cut it quickly if the bike is locked properly.

Many people also don't lock correctly, ie locking front wheel only. This is the method I use now:
http://www.sheldonbrown.com/lock-strategy.html

Of course keeping a bike in your house is better than keeping it out on the streets. If you have wall space, consider getting a bike hook/rack like this one:
http://www.amazon.com/Allen-Sports-Mounted-2-Bike-Strorage/dp/B000GOHE0Y/ref=sr_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1420811091&sr=8-11&keywords=allen+two+bike+rack

Assuming you're SOL, consider this thing if you have the cash. Doesn't damage the unit and works pretty well for me. I am at ground level though. I'm sure I'd be annoyed bringing my bike up and down elevators all the time.

Is this the hook that he and you both used? It looks interesting and was wondering if it would be good for daily usage.

Search for part bins. You can get individual bins (like this, 6 4x5-inch bins for $10, or 24 7x4-inch bins for $50) or a cabinet, like this (about $20). I have three cabinets like the one I linked--the drawers are all removable, so you can take out the pieces you know you are going to be working with and have them right in front of you.

Forgot to add a top level post for the description.

I mostly used this guide - https://tombuildsstuff.blogspot.com/2014/02/diy-server-rack-plans.html?m=1

The 20U rails on Amazon - Reliable Hardware Company RH-20-SRR-A 20U Full Hole 20 Space Rack Rail Pair https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JJ18OVS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_hPG7Ab276K7A2

The wheels on Amazon - Swivel Caster Wheels Rubber Base with Top Plate & Bearing Heavy Duty with Total Lock Brake Pack of 4 Black by Online Best Service (2.5" With Brake) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01N45QP3Z/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_0PG7AbTNSG1AW

The shelf on Amazon - AC Infinity Vented Cantilever 2U Universal Rack Shelf, for 19” equipment racks. Heavy-Duty 2.4mm Cold Rolled Steel, 100lbs Capacity. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01C9L3K18/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_LQG7Ab7SMH2JA

The wood I got isn't normal 2x4's, but instead 1 1/4 x 3 pine. It's the wood in the back of Home Depot that costs $20 per 8 foot board but worth it due to them being a lot straighter. I used 4 boards to complete this.

I used 2" Kreg screws with my Kreg Jig. The mounting depth for the rails is 21.5".

Rack is about 3.5' tall.

Equipment:

Netgate RCC-VE-4860

Unifi 24 (non PoE)

Unifi AC HD

Synology DS213+

Raspberry Pi 3

this I think is slightly too short for your needs -- but this might be a good starting place to start looking?

Yeah they are. These ones are cool as they swing out of the way but they’re expensive - Steadyrack Classic Rack - Wall-Mounted Bike Storage Solution https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004N9BUEY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_TZPyDb1P7FK1K

We use the Delta Michelangelo Gravity Bike Storage Rack for two bikes in our apartment. its worked great for 3 years now.

https://www.amazon.com/Michelangelo-Canaletto-Gravity-Storage-Adjustable/dp/B074HJ4VJF

I just got this recommendation the other day and I think I'm going to buy a few for my next grow. They look great for a small grow with various sized plants.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0007MHD2E

My girlfriend uses something like this in her apartment http://amzn.to/2wLVjiR and has had really good luck with it. Holds 2 bikes no problem and keeps them off the ground.

Afraid I can't help on where to find materials, but just chiming in on bike storage: I have these in my garage and they're fantastic, and cheap. Doesn't slide the bikes together, but the built in hoist makes it easy enough for my wife to raise and lower the bikes. They also double as a hanging stand (since you can lower the bike to working height) for adjusting the gears and such.

Yeah, it's a tension rod with a quick release and a screw for making fine adjustments to the tension. For something that's holding about 50 lbs of bike and not anchored by anything other than tension, it's pretty stable.

This isn't the model I have, but it looks like it works exactly the same way.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000GOHE0Y/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I've got one of these and it works like a charm. Only uses 1 screw drilled into a stud.

This + This x 6 = Happy

I did quite a bit of research when looking for a solution and ended up with the cabinets. The other option I was looking at was something like this but for whatever reason ended up with the cabinets. I like them but there are some pieces that don't fit well. When we got them they came in one of these, completely unorganized. It was impossible to find anything.

What storage containers do you use (or have you used) for your various bits and baubles?

• Akro-Mils Cabinets?
  
• Open Top bins?
  
• Sterilite containers?
  
• Plano Stowaways?
  
• Old Amazon shipping boxes?
  
• Something else?
  
  What were the advantages/disadvantages? I'm thinking of trying to standardize on just a few types of storage and don't want to back myself into a corner.

Just installed two of these, one in my kitchen and another in the garage. Really improved organization of brooms, mops, rakes, and all. It really grips and hangs on.... https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01DI8H364/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o07_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Yeah, I'm not leaving my rides outside. The only person with access to my room is me (and the landlord). I have one of these to keep them inside. Expensive, but totally worth it.

Something like this may not be a bad idea for handgun mags if you get one with enough bin depth.

Found ones like mine on Amazon. :)

I think I'm going to get this. It's small and simple and seems like it'll do the trick just fine.

I used these rails from amazon. Didn't realize the original design used 2 sets of these but i don't have anything that needs a 4 post rack right now but i can add another set in the back if needed easily.

Plano 974
https://www.amazon.com/Plano-Molding-974-StowAway-Organizer/dp/B000CRHD6K/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1539004317&sr=8-3&keywords=plano+storage+bin+rack

I actually had to run them through the table saw and shave an 1/8" off each side to get them to fit.

The other bins are Quantums.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07211LTN6/ref=twister_B073G3YMXS?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

I know of 2 options.

https://www.amazon.com/Delta-Cycle-Folding-Storage-Garage/dp/B008MJBMGC/ref=sr_1_21?ie=UTF8&qid=1525720864&sr=8-21&keywords=wall+bike+rack

https://www.amazon.com/Allen-Sports-Mounted-2-Bike-Storage/dp/B000GOHE0Y/ref=sr_1_26?ie=UTF8&qid=1525720895&sr=8-26&keywords=wall+bike+rack

You could even try some tool or ladder holders. IMHO the one you linked looks a lot like a ladder holder.

I built an angled rack for under my stairs for my homelab, using 2x4s and just the threaded rails I got off Amazon. Total cost, $63

14U for 4-post stuff, 8U above at the top/front for switch, router, and cable management.

20U Rails

14U rails

Got some old compaq swing arms off FleaBay for $18 so the two 4U boxes can extend on their rails while they're powered on.

This thing is amazing.

I just stand mine up on a moving blanket when it's dirty. Makes it easier to clean too. I have to wash the blanket periodically.

I have six of these and intend to buy a few more. They're highly customizable and I find the trays being clear to be a major plus (red trays were a problem). My collection is sorted by brick type and color.

Looks like this: http://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B0009I8ANM/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_dp_ss_2?pf_rd_p=1944687702&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B001NGD4GM&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=1BS5K2W2FH8NV8DF8TEP

I use something like this

These allow you to store the bike vertically and fold them flat'ish against the wall: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Steadyrack-11000-Classic-rack/dp/B004N9BUEY

You'd mount them on the left wall and fold your neighbors bikes out of the way when you want to pull one out.

I have this one for my bike and it does fairly well. (Racor -B-1R Solo Vertical Bike Rack –Wall Mount https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009I8ANM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_MhwQCbS8VKWVR)

A new bike probably wouldn't make much difference, but there is always Bike Friday! (Awesome folding bikes)

I would use something like THIS for storage (You can make one much cheaper if you're handy.) Just a cheap PVC/metal pipe with some screw on end caps or something that can twist up and put pressure between floor and ceiling.

Don't even worry about dinging up the staircase. They don't give you much choice, and will be repainting periodically anyway.

I have this set up with bike mounts

It works well and you can change the spacing, as needed. I have other hooks in between the bikes to hold my helmet, air hose, etc.

The bikes do stick out, but, the use of LF of space is maximized. I am able to squeeze five bikes and two cars into a typical two car garage.

Nope, amazon @ $17 and it's not bad.

I believe i got them off of amazon they were really cheap for the set

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JJ18OVS/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The rails I got with the servers... Not sure where you can buy them. If you mean the posts (I realized I made a typo in the album and I actually got sent 40u posts!), I got the 20u ones off Amazon - these ones: https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B00JJ18OVS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I've had it a few days, roomate is clumsy and bumps into it regularly and we've had no problems. Holds these bikes really well, his bike is 15lbs and mine about 22lbs for reference.

It's called the Michelangelo Canaletto by Delta Cycling. Here's the link if you're interested.
https://www.amazon.com/Michelangelo-Canaletto-Gravity-Storage-Adjustable/dp/B074HJ4VJF

I did something similar, and used these rails

You can get shorter ones if you only want to rack a few items. I just wanted some rails for my network equipment. My server could be rack mounted, but I just have it at the bottom on the rack, similar to yours.

Hmm it seems this one requires that back board to lock into.

I just found these:
http://www.amazon.com/Delta-Leonardo-Single-Bike-Rack-Colors/dp/B000ACAM06/ref=sr_1_24?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1404929670&sr=1-24

http://www.amazon.com/Racor-B-1R-Solo-Vertical-Bike/dp/B0009I8ANM/ref=sr_1_1?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1404929670&sr=1-1

And this cheapo:
http://www.amazon.com/Racor-PIW-1R-PIW-1W-Wall-Mount-Hanger/dp/B0009I572E/ref=sr_1_23?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1404929670&sr=1-23

Then maybe just a simple pulley and a rope, or a bicycle lift or Deer hoist

Pfff... that's nothing. Check this one out:

http://www.amazon.com/Rubbermaid-5G76-FastTrack-Rail-48-Inch/dp/B000LXA9WA/ref=sr_1_3?s=hi&ie=UTF8&qid=1397667751&sr=1-3&keywords=rubbermaid

http://www.amazon.ca/Rubbermaid-5G76-FastTrack-Rail-48-Inch/dp/B000LXA9WA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1397667739&sr=8-1&keywords=rubbermaid+fasttrack

4 times more expensive in Canada. It's absurd.

http://www.amazon.com/Reliable-Hardware-Company-RH-20-SRR-Space/dp/B00JJ18OVS?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_search_detailpage

It’s a Racor Vertical Bike Rack, came in really handy here.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009I8ANM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_gRB6BbFXSMNW4

http://www.amazon.com/Racor-B-1R-Solo-Vertical-Bike/dp/B0009I8ANM/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1420047375&sr=8-7&keywords=wall+mount+bike

Minimal, simple to install, and durable so far (though the rubber padding on the hook is starting to stretch and will probably tear eventually--no big deal).

I got my 20U rails from Amazon. $28.

Have you seen these?

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000CRHD6K/_encoding=UTF8?coliid=I1IK9Y0Y6JAJNI&colid=2SBZVKWK3KMZL&psc=0

This little company does... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00JJ18OVS/_encoding=UTF8?coliid=IJPLO5AFFSPC3&colid=WPA62QPGVPAQ

I can't touch my walls in my apartment, so I use one of these. It's a tension-pole you mount between the floor and ceiling; it's quite sturdy as long as you find a ceiling joist. If you have the space you can even mount if farther from the wall and, with extra brackets, hold up to four bikes.

Its smaller than I thought

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0007MHD24/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1_1_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1

Would this be good??

While I was Konmari-ing, I went on Amazon and ordered shelf dividers and boot storage things (like sticks that you put inside of the boot and it stores the boot upside down) and made a wishlist of other things. Fortunately, I don't pay for Amazon Prime, so when I was done organizing my closet a few days later, I realized I was able to organize my sweaters in old shoe racks that I no longer needed to fill with shoes and I ended up finding enough unneeded tissue paper I could use to stuff my boots and the boot organizer wasn't necessary. So I cancelled the Amazon order.

I organize my vanity drawer stuff in a pink fabric sectional organizer from Target. My closet shelf has some basket organizing using a mixture of The Container Store and Target. I bought one of these for my utility room.

Cost $0 because I was able to use what I already had. Edit--I did buy that utility organizer for $10.

In my room right above my desk. I live in New York, so I have to live small.

I use one of these, drilled right into a wall stud. It felt a bit claustrophobic when i moved in, but now the room feels weird when I'm in it and the bike's not.

http://imgur.com/bQTzMvr

Maybe something like this

http://www.lowes.com/ProductDisplay?partNumber=251422-2191-26204&langId=-1&storeId=10151&productId=1071865&catalogId=10051&cmRelshp=req&rel=nofollow&cId=PDIO1

I don't know about the handlebar problem though.. hmmm

Edit: This maybe?? http://www.amazon.com/Topeak-Dual-Touch-Storage-Stand/dp/B000FIE4WC/ref=sr_1_6?s=cycling&ie=UTF8&qid=1398117496&sr=1-6

We have a gravity bike stand that just leans against the wall. No drilling required! It holds two bikes. I think it's this one, or something similar.

I have this support to store our bikes. It's quite adjustable. https://www.amazon.com/Topeak-Dual-Touch-Storage-Stand/dp/B000FIE4WC

I set it up so the bikes don't quite touch the walls, and I drape a towel over the cassette, just in case. It's held by tension between ceiling and floor, so no need to drill anything either!

I'm sure you can. If you don't have a convenient Harbor Freight, you can pay much more for this identical system on Amazon:

RAD Cycle Products Bike Lift Hoist Garage Mountain Bicycle Hoist 100LB Capacity (2-Pack) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003TFOPJA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_snE6xbSYSJ7S9

Although honestly, if we did it again, we'd probably just pick our parts from scratch. We replaced quite a few of the stock items: the rope was constantly cited as the weakest link, so we bought quarter inch rope from Lowes instead; we felt the hooks were flimsy, so we removed them and threaded a knock off Park Tools hook straight onto the pulley instead, and we also bought 2x6s to mount them on and used decking screws we already had instead of the included hardware. But the pulley with the system is self-locking , which I really like. Not sure if you can buy them like that from the hardware store?

Anyway, the hardest bit imo was watching him balance precariously on a ladder whole installing it. Made me nauseous, but I'm terribly afraid of heights.

This is all levers and forces and shit. You need this.

Sure! I don't remember what they're called but I found the shelves at the Container Store. For the bike rack I'm using this, which catches the front wheel. The rear tire has scuffed up the wall a bit, but Amazon sells trays you can mount to catch the wheel and avoid that. I was just too lazy to buy one.

Edit:

https://www.containerstore.com/s/shelving/floating-wall-mounted-shelving/wall-mounted-wire-triple-cube/12d?productId=11008701