When it comes to rack design, I advocate for the guidelines the ABPB recommends. There is a good list at http://www.bicyclinginfo.org/engineering/parking.cfm :
* support the frame of the bicycle and not just one wheel * allow the frame and one wheel to be locked to the rack when both wheels are left on the bike * allow the frame and both wheels to be locked to the rack if the front wheel is removed * allow the use of either a cable or U-shaped lock * be securely anchored * be usable by bikes with no kickstand * be usable by bikes with water bottle cages * be usable by a wide variety of sizes and types of bicycle
I will soon be taking action on getting the PS rack to Suncrest Middle School. It was my Alma Mater, afterall, the one where I was not allowed to park my bicycle. Matt's victory is significant, emphasize that to Chelsea.
However, I would like well designed racks to be installed because they encourage bicycle parking. Comb and toast racks really aren't suitable for a school environment.
-Jonathan
On 03/07/2013 07:33 PM, Andrew Pathfinder wrote:
Choice number one. The Graber...yes Graber Mighty Mite 6 Bike Rack. This rack retails for $110 and could be anchored to the ground using a bracket or locked to a permanent fixture.
Option number two: Dero MR 12 Rack. This rack is more substantial and would hold 12 bicycles and would be easier to bolt to the ground. Price would be $400.
I would be interested to see if budget dollars could be used for this purpose and or would also be interested in helping put a citizen pool to get one of these racks installed at the school.
There are other options but these two give a good idea of a basic and nicer version of the rack debate.
Thanks, Andrew
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