How-To Guides & Articles
Discount Ramps specializes in offering you the highest-quality ramps, lifts, car carriers, tie-down straps, and more! Browse our professionally-crafted articles for more information about our products, including selecting the right product for your needs, installation, and getting the most out of your purchase!
Motorcycle Products
Learn about our high-quality motorcycle ramps and other motorcycle products, from how to properly tie down a motorcycle, to understanding the differences between each type of ramp so you can make an educated purchase, the following articles will guide you every step of the way.
- How-To Guides
- How to Prepare for Motorcycle Riding Season
- How to Winterize Your Motorcycle: 7 Steps for Winter Storage
- How to Choose a Hitch-Mounted Motorcycle Carrier
- How to Use a Motorcycle Wheel Chock
- How to Secure a Loading Ramp to Your Vehicle
- How to Choose a Motorcycle Ramp
- How to Load & Tie Down a Dirt Bike into a Pickup
- How to Load a Motorcycle into a Truck
- How to Determine Proper Motorcycle Loading Ramp Length
- How to Balance a Motorcycle Tire by Yourself
- How to Tow a Motorcycle Trailer
- Articles
- Best Practices for Using a Motorcycle Lift Table
- The 10 Best Fall Motorcycle Rides
- Motorcycle Ramp Calculator
- Are Motorcycle Carriers Safe?
- How to Choose the Best Storage Cover
- Buyer's Guide
- Best Hitch-Mounted Motorcycle Carrier for 2022
ATV, UTV, and Golf Cart Products
Learn how to easily and safely load your golf cart, ATV, or UTV into the back of your truck or trailer using our golf, ATV, or UTV ramps.
- How-To Guides
- How to Make a Chain Harrow for Your ATV
- How to Winterize an ATV
- How to Choose an ATV Ramp
- How to Load a Golf Cart into a Truck
- How to Plant a Food Plot with an ATV
- How to Properly Load a Lawn Tractor into a Pickup Truck
Snowmobile Products
Ripping down trails and carving through fresh powder is every snowmobiler's dream, but you'll have to get your sled to the trail first. Our product experts will explain how to get it there in one piece.
Marine Products
Check out the below articles to understand the importance of a high-quality boat cover and determine which one is right for you!
Loading Dock & Warehouse
Learn more about choosing and assembling a heavy-duty ramp for loading and hauling by reading one of our many informational articles below!
- How-To Guides
- How To Choose a Container Ramp
- How To Measure for a Container Ramp
- How to Choose the Correct Yard Ramp
- Articles
- Think Safety First: Loading Dock Products to Protect Employees, Cargo and Equipment
- What is a Yard Ramp? Features Explained
- What's the Difference between Dock Boards and Dock Plates?
- The Must-Have Tool Kit for Owner Operator Truckers
- Smoother Transitions and Loading Efficiency: The Complete Guide to Edge of Dock Levelers
Traffic & Safety
Learn more about choosing and assembling a heavy-duty ramp for loading and hauling by reading one of our many informational articles below!
- Brand Spotlight
- Elasco Cable Protectors
- How-To Guides
- How to Measure Outer Diameter of Cables
- How to Choose a Hand Truck
- How To Create a Safe Jobsite
- How To Use Wheel Chocks
- How to Select the Right Wheel Chocks
- How to Choose the Right Cable Ramps
- Articles
- Targeting Common Threats to Workplace Productivity
- How Automation Will Continue To Change Manufacturing Facilities
- Strategies for Renovating Facilities Without Disrupting Operations
- How Small Manufacturers Can Make Facilities More Efficient
- How do you protect outdoor cable wires?
- Durability, Safety and More: 9 Reasons to Use Cable Ramps
- Parking Lot Safety at Work
- The Importance of Ground Protection on Job Sites
- Traffic Speed Control Systems: Bumps, Humps, Tables, and Strips
- Calming Traffic and Creating a Safe Parking Lot
- Buying Guide
- Parking Stop Buyer's Guide
Loading Ramps
Check out one of our informational guides to help you find the right truck and trailer ramp!
- How-To Guides
- How to Choose the Correct Heavy Duty Commercial Ramp
Ramps
Check out one of our informational guides to help you find the right pet ramp or barrier to get your dog in the car and on-the-go with ease!
Our how-to guides will aid you in finding the right wheelchair ramp to access your home, van, or office in the most effective way possible.
- How-To Guides
- How to Choose a Threshold Ramp
- How to Choose the Correct Wheelchair Ramp
- How to Choose between Full-Width Portable Wheelchair Ramps and Track Ramps
- How to Determine Proper Wheelchair Ramp Length
- How to Get Rid of New Rubber Mat Odor
- Articles
- Modular Ramps Create Custom Access for Your Home
- Addressing Common Concerns About Buying a Wheelchair Ramp for Your Home
- Wheelchair Ramp Safety Features Worth the Investment
- Wheelchair Ramp Calculator
- ADA Specifications for Wheelchair Ramps
- Wooden Wheelchair Ramps vs. Aluminum Ramps
- Most Wheelchair Accessible Cities in the World
- Product Spotlight
- The VersaRamp Threshold Ramp by Silver Spring
Lifts & Carriers
Learn how to save money on your purchase and determine which mobility scooter carrier or lift is the best fit for you with these helpful guides.
Living with a limited mobility or a disability doesn't have to stop you from living your dreams. Find tips and tricks for living well from Discount Ramps.
- Articles
- 6 Ways To Make Your Workplace More Accessible
- Wheelchair Ramps and Medicaid/Medicare: Understanding Accessibility and Health Insurance
- Aging in Place Versus Assisted Living: Pros and Cons
- Spotlight on Bathroom Accessibility
- Top Wheelchair Friendly and Accessible Vacations
- Keeping Fit in a Wheelchair
Scooters and Power Chairs
Scooters and power chairs come with a wide variety of options and features. Let us help you find the perfect one and get the most out of your new purchase!
Ramps
Whether you need to lift your car for service or load it up onto a trailer for transport, our product experts will help you understand which ramps are the best for the situation.
- How-To Guides
- How to Rotate Your Own Tires
- How to Do Your Own Oil Change
Cargo Carriers & Bars
Find the best car carrier to take your camping gear, mobility equipment, kayak, bike, or ski gear with you to your favorite destination!
- How-To Guides
- How to Choose the Right Ladder Rack or Truck Rack
- How to Choose the Best Hitch-Mounted Cargo Carrier
- Articles
- Understanding the Limitations of Hitch-Mounted Carriers
- Can a Unibody Vehicle Frame Safely Carry a Hitch-Mounted Carrier?
- Assembly and Installation Tips: Understanding Jam Nuts and How to Use Them
- Pickup Cargo Bars Make Sense for Contractors Hauling Materials
- How Much Weight Can My Truck's Tailgate Cables Support
- Buying Guide
- Cargo Carrier Buying Guide
Ratchet Straps & Tie Downs
Make tying down your ATV, motorcycle, bicycle, or other valuable equipment to your vehicle easy with our many tips and tutorials below, including how to assemble and use ratchet straps, the importance of tie-down straps over bungee cords, and how to properly secure cargo to your vehicle.
Trailers & Hitch Products
Browse through our informational articles below to learn everything you need to know about how to tell the difference between hitch classes and the different types of hitch-mounted carriers.
- How-To Guides
- How to Choose the Best Trailer
- How to Choose a Hitch-Mounted Carrier for Your Power Wheelchair or Scooter
- How to Choose the Best Hitch-Mounted Cargo Carrier
- Articles
- Back it Up! Learn the Correct Way to Back Up Single-Axle, Double-Axle and Triple-Axle Trailers
- Picking the Right Truck-Mounted Salt Spreader for Your Snow Removal Business
- Towing: What You Need to Know
- Towing Safety Tips and Tricks
- Safe Winter Towing
- Tips for Packing a Trailer to Avoid Dangerous Sway
- Road Trip Essentials
Covers
Check out the below articles to understand the importance of a high-quality cover and determine which one is right for you!
- How-To Guides
- How to Choose the Best Storage Cover
Truck Racks
Easily find the best utility rack to increase your truck’s carrying capacity by checking out the article below.
- How-To Guides
- How to Choose the Right Roof Rack for Your Vehicle
- How to Choose the Right Ladder Rack or Truck Rack
- Articles
- Tire Steps are the Best Vehicle Accessory You Don’t Own
- What Truck Rack You Need for Your Haul
- Buyer's Guide
- Best of Truck Racks
- Product Spotlight
- Haul it All with the Elevate Outdoor Steel Over-Cab Truck Rack
Biking
Learn the best tips to make your biking expedition a convenient and successful one.
- How-To Guides
- How to Store Your Bike in Your Garage or Apartment
- How to Install a Roof Bike Rack
- How to Install a Hitch-Mounted Bike Rack
- Articles
- The Pros and Cons of E-Bikes and Fat Tire Bikes Versus Bicycles
- E-Bikes and Fat Tires: What Carriers Will Work for My Electric Bicycle?
- BMX Tips: Using Ramps to Get Air
- A Beginner’s Guide to Cycling Vacations and Bike Tours in the US
- Types of Bike Racks for Your Car or Truck
- Top 10 Mountain Bike Destinations in the US
Skateboard Ramps
Learn about proper skateboard ramp securing methods to create the safest experience for any action sport enthusiast.
Ski & Snowboarding
Learn the best tips and tricks to make your winter expedition a successful one.
Learn the best tips and tricks to make your hunting expedition a successful one.
- Product Spotlight
- Kill Shot Throne Hunting Chair
- Articles
- Best Game Carts for Harvesting Deer out of the Woods
- Deer Drives for Better Hunting: Safety and Success go Hand-in-Hand
- Hunting with Your Children: Bonding Outdoors
- The Benefits of Hunting
- After the Hunt: Safely Hauling, Dressing and Preparing Your Kill
- Hunting Seasons by State
- Venison Recipes that your Family will Love
- Getting Ready for the Hunting Season
Kayaking, Boating, Canoeing & Fishing
Learn the best tips and tricks to make your water expedition a successful one.