Installing Bike Racks

A good way to motivate your employees to bike to work is to provide them with a safe place to park their bikes when they do.

*DID YOU KNOW? You may be able to receive tax credits for making your workplace bicycle-friendly. Check with your accountant or tax attorney.*

Bicycle Parking

When considering bike parking options, speak with your employees. Bike parking should be consistent with the needs of your workplace.

Bike Bank (which can also store bike helmets)
Veritical wall hanging racks
Fenced off area (with or without bike racks)
Outside covered area
Indoor storage room (can be created using a converted closet and can be created with or without bike racks)
Bike lockers

Bike racks should be installed no more than 15 metres from the building.
Bike racks should be installed in well lit, highly visible locations so they can be viewed from an entrance or a window.
Bike racks should be securely anchored into the ground.
Read your local bike parking policy for more details on the bike parking requirements. Contact the planning department in your city or municipality for details.

Bike Racks

Consider galvanizing the bike racks for better resistance to the elements.
Bicycles should be supported on the bike rack by their frame, not just one wheel.
Bike racks should accomodate all types of locks (U-shaped to chain/cable style locks).
There are companies that can customize your bike rack so that it is in the shape of your company logo.
Are there other workplaces in your building? If yes, find out if they would like to share the expense.