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This PresentationThis Presentation
• Why?
• Good Racks and Not-So-Good Racks
• Location, Location, Location!
• How Many?
• Making Sure They Don’t Fall Through the Cracks
Benefits of Quality Benefits of Quality Bicycle ParkingBicycle Parking
• 88% of Orlando area bicycle owners surveyed said having a good place to park their bicycle was an important or very important consideration when deciding whether or not to travel by bicycle
• Bicycle parking was a more important factor than bike lanes (70%) or trails (77%)
Benefits of Quality Benefits of Quality Bicycle ParkingBicycle Parking
• 6+ bicycles fit in one car space
• Minimizes pedestrian conflicts; damage to trees & other amenities
• Promotes cycling = a healthier, cleaner, quieter community; 35% of residents are unable to own or operate a motor vehicle
Good RacksGood Racks
• Support bicycle at at least two points above the hubs
• Allow better securing of bikes
• Don’t have sharp edges to damage bikes
• Encourage proper use or prohibit improper use
Not-So-Good RacksNot-So-Good Racks
This rack supports the
bike adequately, but makes it
difficult to remove and lock the front wheel
Not-So-Good RacksNot-So-Good Racks
This popular “ribbon” rack only
supports the bike at one point when
used properly, and invites improper
use.
Not-So-Good RacksNot-So-Good Racks
Such “school-yard” racks are
also called “wheel-benders.” Because they only support
the bike by the front and bottom
of the wheel, toppled bikes can
suffer wheel damage.
Not-So-Good RacksNot-So-Good Racks
A stylish and more functional version of the “wheel-bender.” It only provides good
support for two bikes.
Location & PlacementLocation & Placement
…racks should be installed on
a paved surface. Soil can stay wet
and muddy long after the pavement has
dried.
Location & PlacementLocation & Placement
Racks placed too close to walls don’t
allow users to fully secure or support their
bikes.
Location & PlacementLocation & Placement
Don’t make the user carry his or her bike up and
down stairs.
Location & PlacementLocation & Placement
Well-positioned racks ARE
used.Some
jurisdictions require bicycle
parking to be at least as close to
the front door as the closest non-ADA auto
parking space.
Location & PlacementLocation & Placement
Note how this rack keeps
bikes out of the normal
path of pedestrians.
Remember your ADA
minimums!
Location & PlacementLocation & Placement
While this is a poor quality rack, it is well-placed.
If the awning extended farther the bikes would
be protected from rain.
Location & PlacementLocation & Placement
The placement of this rack requires
cyclists to walk their bikes between
tables at this restaurant. Not
surprisingly, cyclists prefer to
use the fence along the sidewalk
instead.
Location & PlacementLocation & Placement
Hard to find, awkward entry,
unsheltered, cramped,
unpaved, and water collects at
the bottom of the slope. Any
surprise it’s empty?
Location & PlacementLocation & Placement
An excellent short term parking
opportunity at the same property as the previous slide. Rain
protection, shade, easy to find, out of
the pedestrian flow, and visible from the
security desk.
Long-Term ParkingLong-Term Parking
Bike lockers are intended
for employees. They secure not only the
bike, but also its accessories,
and protect them from the
elements.
Long-Term ParkingLong-Term Parking
Bike lockers should be made
of durable materials such as galvanized steel
or reinforced composites such
as fiberglass.
Various locking mechanisms are
available to serve varying needs.
Long-Term ParkingLong-Term Parking
This set of four lockers
takes the place of one
parking space in this
garage.
Concerns for PlannersConcerns for Planners
• Does your jurisdiction have a list of approved bike rack types?
• Does your jurisdiction have bike parking codes for various land uses? Codes should address short term, long term, location & placement, and shower & locker facilities for large employers. Metroplan Orlando has model codes.
Concerns for DevelopersConcerns for Developers
• Rack cost (locker cost)
• Shipping cost
• Installation cost
• Style
• Competing space needs
• Maintenance (and administration and security for bike lockers and shower & locker facilities)
Concerns for DevelopersConcerns for Developers
Installation cost: this rack provides
support at two points above the hubs, while only
requiring one attachment point
to the ground.
Concerns for DevelopersConcerns for Developers
Shipping cost: this rack only requires two
ground attachment
points for six spaces, but has a
high shipping cost due to its
shape and size.
Concerns for Permit Concerns for Permit ReviewReview
• Is bike parking on your check list?
• Is project required to have bicycle parking? Short term? Long term?
• Best location(s)?
• Does rack meet design requirements?
• Consider FAR bonuses or reducing auto parking requirements as incentives for good bike parking, lockers, and showers.
For More InformationFor More Information
Contact: Mighk Wilson
Bicycle & Pedestrian CoordinatorMETROPLAN ORLANDO407-481-5672 ext. 318
Pedestrian and Bicycle Planning and Design Best Practices Resource Guide
http://www.metroplanorlando.com/site/upload/documents/bikeped_best_practices.pdf