Looking for the perfect base camp for hitting the trails? Here are our top three campervans for cyclists.
Why trade four wheels for two, when you can have both? Campervans provide far more than just a home on wheels: with ample storage, accessories, and overlanding capabilities, they can be the ultimate mobile activity base camp.
And with the weather shifting gears towards a sunny summer (wishful thinking?) and some of the world’s largest cycling events set to grace the roads, there’s no better time to take your bicycle on a camping adventure.
Ready to get in on the action? Here are our top three campervans for cyclists.
Ford Transit Custom Nugget
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First up, Ford’s bite-sized Nugget. Don’t be fooled by this camper’s compact size; the Nugget can more than hold its own as a base for cycling activities.
Combine the tailgate bike carrier option — capable of transporting a cycle for each of the four adults the campervan can sleep — with the recently released ‘Active’ trim, and you’re looking at a true biker’s hub.
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Now, while it lacks the spaciousness of the other vans on this list, the Ford’s mid-sized camper makes up for this in manoeuvrability. Using an all-wheel drive system and eight-speed transmission — which can be combined with
Continental Van Contact 4Season tyres for extra grip — any rough or slippery surfaces can be conquered on route to hard-to-access trails. And, if heading a little further off-grid, there’s even a plug-in hybrid Nugget to offer extra range, letting you comfortably reach those rural cycling spots.
After a day of pedalling around, the Nugget’s outdoor shower can be used to rinse off any mud or dust — preparing both cycle and cyclist for the next adventure. And should any of this activity grime make its way into the interior, that won’t be an issue with the Active trim’s durable, water-resistant seat fabric.