Crates

A Basil bicycle crate comes with plenty of added features to make it stand out from the pack. From a practical perspective, it is compatible with adapter plates from MIK. This means it’s super easy to install and take on/off the bike as needed. A chic Basil crate clicker gives it a little edge, whilst the tremendous colour range means you’re sure to find a bike cargo crate to go - or contrast with - your bike. Carrying capacity is impressive - select from 17.5L to a whopping 40L. You can probably pack the kitchen sink…!

A bike crate is such a retro-cool way to carry your gear. It’s low on fuss and high on simple charm. Since the mid-1970s, Dutch brand Basil has designed and manufactured some of the best carriers on the market, and their bicycle crate designs are a cut above. Super durable, oh-so-stylish and versatile to boot, the humble cargo crate will carry all your gear. Such a straightforward concept, this carrier is very practical in terms of loading and unloading. Made of plastic, this resilient bike accessory can take plenty of knocking.

How to attach a crate to a bike?

If you’ve got a MIK carrier plate or adapter plate, it’s so simple. Once one of these is fitted, you can literally click your bicycle crate onto your bike with a compatible MIK clip and you’re ready to go!

What size is a bike crate?

There is a choice of sizes ranging from 17.5 litres to a very impressive 40 litres.

Is a bicycle crate sustainable?

Basil crates are made from post-consumer waste, also referred to as regranulate, and come in a variety of colours.