We’re excited to welcome Schuling Hitch Company back as a BIKEIOWA sponsor!

Schuling Hitch has been helping Iowans get where they’re going since 1939, and for cyclists, that often means helping get the bikes there too.

With locations in Des Moines and Ames, Schuling installs trailer hitches and carries a solid lineup of bike racks and cargo-management accessories for everything from everyday riding to road trips, trail weekends and RAGBRAI adventures. They also handle towing setups, tow bars and base plates, snow plows, salt spreaders and more.

Get Hitched. Then Go Ride.

If you’ve ever tried to figure out the best way to haul one bike, several bikes, heavier e-bikes or a whole weekend’s worth of gear, you know there are a lot of options.

Schuling can help match your vehicle and riding needs with the right setup - whether that means a new receiver hitch, hitch-mounted bike rack, roof system or additional cargo capacity. Their current product lineup includes bike racks and cargo boxes, including options designed for e-bikes.

And just as important, they install what they sell.

That’s especially valuable when you’re dealing with vehicle-specific hitch installations, wiring, rack fitment and heavier bikes where getting the setup right really matters.

KÜAT & THULE Bike Racks - Installed Right

Schuling Hitch Company carries bike racks from KÜAT and Thule, two of the most recognized names in bicycle transportation.

Whether you’re hauling a road bike, mountain bike, gravel bike or heavier e-bike, they can help match the right rack to your vehicle, your bikes and the way you travel.

And if your vehicle isn’t already set up for a hitch-mounted rack, Schuling can take care of that too.

They can install the receiver hitch, handle the vehicle wiring and get you set up for trailer lights, brake lights and trailer brake controllers when needed.

An Iowa Business Since 1939

Schuling Hitch Company got its start in downtown Des Moines in 1939 and has grown into a multi-generation Iowa business with two Central Iowa locations. The Ames store opened in 1993 and also specializes in fifth-wheel and gooseneck installations.

Today their work extends well beyond hitches:

Trailer Hitches • Bike Racks • Cargo Management • Tow Bars & Base Plates • Fifth-Wheel & Gooseneck Hitches • Snow Plows • Salt Spreaders

It’s the kind of local business that fits naturally with the BIKEIOWA community - because getting out to RIDE. STAY. PLAY. usually involves getting you, your bike and your gear to the starting point first.

Welcome Back!

Schuling Hitch Company has supported BIKEIOWA in the past, so we’re especially happy to have them back in the BIKEIOWA sponsor family.

Our sponsors help us continue promoting Iowa bicycling, trails, events, communities and bicycle tourism throughout the state.

When you need a hitch, bike rack or a better way to haul your cycling gear, please give the folks who support Iowa cycling an opportunity to earn your business.

Welcome back, Schuling Hitch Company - and THANK YOU for supporting BIKEIOWA!

Des Moines
5067 NW 2nd Street
Des Moines, IA 50313
515-883-2500

Ames
216 Alexander Avenue
Ames, IA 50010
515-233-2265