Madrax Bike Racks
Long term bike storage (also referred to as Class I Bicycle Parking or long-term bike parking) is designed for building occupants or visitors who will use the space for more than two hours, on average.
This type of parking area is typically located indoors to provide a greater amount of protection from outdoor environments, as well as thieves and vandals.
Bike rooms are an application of long-term bicycle storage and a growing trend in many residential and business facilities. If you want to quickly and easily design your own, check out our Bike Room Builder!
Bike Storage differs from bike parking (also referred to as Class II Bicycle Parking), which is commonly designated for scenarios where parking is only needed for the short term - typically less than 2 hours.
Bike parking is usually outside, with more exposure to elements that make the solution less secure.
- Bike storage: Long-term bike parking with increased security.
- Bike parking: Short-term bike parking with basic security.
Whether you need enough indoor bike storage to store 5, 15, 50, or more than 100 bicycles, the best way to start is by envisioning your ideal end result.
The key to creating a dynamic mass bike storage area comes down to knowing your goals.
- Do your building plans a have set-aside area for bike storage and you want as many parking spots as possible?
- Are there local codes requiring a specific number of bicycle storage spots you need to meet?
- Will long term bicycle parking be an amenity your property needs to have in order to be competitive in your market?
As you evaluate options and make decisions for this project, keep in mind your goals for bike storage. There are many styles of bike storage racks available, each offering different ways to take advantage of the available space.
Or, if it suits your purposes, you could implement an entirely different storage solution, such as bike lockers.
One important factor when choosing your bike storage solution is to ensure that it falls within the parameters of your local municipal codes, following best practice bike storage requirements and dealing with the confines of the site itself.
Bike storage can be a big project to tackle. Don’t feel like you need to do it alone. We can help solve any challenges you have.
Related Resources
- [Download] Bike Storage Guide
- [Video Course] Creating Efficient & Maximum Density Bike Storage Areas
- [Article] Bike Storage Requirements
