Streetsblog USA just published a feature article about how BikeRackMap.com members are “tackling one of the trickiest problems in the fight for livable streets” – making sure cyclists have a safe, convenient, and secure network of excellent bike parking.
Thanks again for all your hard work on bicycle advocacy, including the challenging parking situation.
I worry more about secure parking now that I ride a more expensive ebike. I upgraded to a nice U lock but the real challenge is finding something to attach that lock to. Many of the places I go for shopping and such do not have bike racks. Rather I often have to find a tree, sign post or shopping cart corral. The smaller loop of the U lock requires a smaller diameter pole/tree etc vs a cable lock. Finding something to tie up to can be challenging w/o a bike rack.
The problem is worse for longer term parking. I recently rode my ebike to jury duty, which is an all day affair. I was really concerned about where to park. I found a municipal garage with an attendant but worried the whole time.
Thank you for your support Bruce.
We use a u-lock combined with a kryptonite cable which allows us to lock to trees and other unacceptable parking if necessary.
Great Article! We love BikeRackMap in Auburn and appreciate all the hardwork to make it possible! It will be such a great tool for locals and visitors everywhere its being done!