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Today’s Goal: Better Bike Parking Facilities.

Today’s Goal: Better Bike Parking Facilities. Introduction. At the end of this session you will be able to… Explain the importance and relevance of bicycle parking best practices Differentiate between best practices based solutions and non-compliant options

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Today’s Goal: Better Bike Parking Facilities.

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  1. Today’s Goal: Better Bike Parking Facilities.

  2. Introduction • At the end of this session you will be able to… • Explain the importance and relevance of bicycle parking best practices • Differentiate between best practices based solutions and non-compliant options • Understand spacing guidelines to create successful parking solutions

  3. Why Bike Parking? • Governments & industry are paying attention to bike infrastructure • Positive economic and health impact • Meet LEED & sustainability standards

  4. Why Bike Parking? • Experiential benefits such as access, safety & security from the cyclist’s perspective • Equality across all modes of transportation • Design complete streets & buildings

  5. Alliance for Biking & Walking, 2014

  6. Alliance for Biking & Walking, 2014

  7. What are the Best Practices? • Simple and Obvious Function • Two Points of Contact • Compatible • Compliment Surroundings

  8. Good Examples Some good examples of best practices based bike parking are: • Inverted U’s or A’s • Post & Ring • Cluster Rack or Hanger Rack

  9. The Inverted ‘U’ Two Points of Contact

  10. The Post & Ring

  11. The Hanger Rack

  12. Poor Examples Racks that should be avoided include: • Toaster or Comb Racks • Spiral or Wave Racks • Wheel Benders

  13. The Toaster Desire to lock frame. Narrow spacing reduces usability.

  14. The Spiral Angled rack results in tipping.

  15. The Wheel Bender Can’t lock the frame!

  16. The Wave Space hogs!!

  17. Space Guidelines • How much space does a cyclist & their bicycle need? • How much space do other modes of transportation get? • You need room to move… • Theoretical vs. Actual bike parking spaces

  18. Basic Dimensions

  19. Short-Term Parking • Typically, racks located outdoors • Should be close to building entrance • Placed for convenience (below)

  20. Short-Term Site Planning: MACRO SCALE • As close as possible to the destination • Within 50 feet of the door – closer is better! • Visible from the destination • In a high traffic area • Weather protected

  21. Short-Term Site Planning: Micro Scale • Read the specs! • In general give at least three feet of clearance around everything! • Consider pedestrian flows, disabled access, and emergency access • Don’t cram it in

  22. Long-Term • Long-Term Parking • Higher security • Can be further from the final destination • Intended to serve residents and commuters, not the public

  23. Long-Term Considerations • Bike Shelters • Shared Bike Rooms or Bike Cages • Bike Lockers

  24. Accessories The right accessories provide extra value to bike parking facilities. • Repair Stand, Air pump, Tools • Lockers, Changing / Showering Facilities

  25. Technical Considerations: Rack Construction and Installation

  26. Technical Considerations:Materials & Finish Bicycle racks typically come in a number of finishes, each with their own pros and cons.

  27. Maintenance • Periodic check of bolts & anchors • Hanger racks may need straightening • Powder coating may need to be touched up from time to time depending on climate and usage

  28. Capacity How many do I need? • A tricky question… • Current demand • Future growth • Survey / Count • Fly Parking • When / Where

  29. Credits & Resources • Prepared by: • Adam Cooper MCIP, RPP - Registered Professional Planner practicing in Transportation Planning Reference Points • APBP Bicycle Parking Guidelines • The Danish Cycling Federation • Thunder Bay Bicycle Parking Guidelines • Cycle Parking Guide for New Residential Developments, City of Cambridge

  30. Questions?

  31. Thank you! Jason Alcott Business Development 888-717-8881 x222 jason@urbanracks.com

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