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Slide 2 Todays Goal: Better Bike Parking Facilities. Slide 3 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 Slide 4 Why Bike Parking? Governments & industry are paying attention to bike infrastructure Positive economic and health impact Meet LEED & sustainability standards Slide 5 Why Bike Parking? Experiential benefits such as access, safety & security from the cyclists perspective Equality across all modes of transportation Design complete streets & buildings Slide 6 Alliance for Biking & Walking, 2014 Slide 7 Slide 8 What are the Best Practices? Simple and Obvious Function Two Points of Contact Compatible Compliment Surroundings Slide 9 Good Examples Some good examples of best practices based bike parking are: Inverted Us or As Post & Ring Cluster Rack or Hanger Rack Slide 10 The Inverted U Two Points of Contact Slide 11 The Post & Ring Slide 12 The Hanger Rack Slide 13 Poor Examples Racks that should be avoided include: Toaster or Comb Racks Spiral or Wave Racks Wheel Benders Slide 14 The Toaster Narrow spacing reduces usability. Desire to lock frame. Slide 15 The Spiral Angled rack results in tipping. Slide 16 The Wheel Bender Cant lock the frame! Slide 17 The Wave Space hogs!! Slide 18 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 Space Guidelines Slide 19 Basic Dimensions Slide 20 Slide 21 Short-Term Parking Typically, racks located outdoors o Should be close to building entrance o Placed for convenience (below) Slide 22 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 Slide 23 Read the specs! In general give at least three feet of clearance around everything! Consider pedestrian flows, disabled access, and emergency access Dont cram it in Short-Term Site Planning: Micro Scale Slide 24 Long-Term Long-Term Parking o Higher security o Can be further from the final destination o Intended to serve residents and commuters, not the public Slide 25 Long-Term Considerations Bike Shelters Shared Bike Rooms or Bike Cages Bike Lockers Slide 26 Accessories The right accessories provide extra value to bike parking facilities. Repair Stand, Air pump, Tools Lockers, Changing / Showering Facilities Slide 27 Technical Considerations: Rack Construction and Installation Slide 28 Technical Considerations: Materials & Finish Bicycle racks typically come in a number of finishes, each with their own pros and cons. Slide 29 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 Slide 30 Capacity How many do I need? A tricky question Current demand Future growth Survey / Count Fly Parking When / Where Slide 31 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 Slide 32 Questions? Slide 33 Thank you! Jason Alcott Business Development 888-717-8881 x222 jason@urbanracks.com