Military installations are vibrant, complex communities—supporting the fitness, mobility, and wellness needs of thousands of service members, civilian staff, and military families. From barracks and family housing to fitness centers, schools, and medical facilities, every base has a diverse set of destinations where safe and convenient bike storage is essential.
CycleSafe helps military leaders enhance base infrastructure with secure, weather-resistant bike lockers, shelters, and racks that support daily commuting, fitness, and recreation. By reducing congestion, encouraging active lifestyles, and strengthening sustainability initiatives, CycleSafe solutions align with the mission of MWR (Morale, Welfare, and Recreation) in the United States and PSP (Personnel Support Programs) in Canada.
CycleSafe’s solutions align directly with Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services (CFMWS) recommendations for bike parking. The CAF BALANCE program highlights the role of secure bike parking in strengthening both fitness and operational readiness:
- Personnel using on-site bike storage are up to five times more likely to achieve recommended levels of daily physical activity.
- Personnel with bike storage facilities available are more than 12x more likely to bike to work.
- Secure, weather-resistant bike parking reduces barriers to commuting by bicycle and supports wellness for both military personnel and families.
- Infrastructure like bike lockers and shelters directly advances CAF priorities around health promotion, resilience, and sustainable transportation.
Our ProPark® modular lockers have a 45+ year design life, ship as space-saving kits to reduce freight, and support both mechanical and digital access options. Trusted by installations worldwide—including Peterson Air Force Base (CO), Fort Drum (NY), NAS Pensacola (FL), and international bases like in Okinawa, Japan—CycleSafe delivers proven bike parking infrastructure that stands the test of time.
Why Military Installations Choose CycleSafe
Bases across the U.S. and Canada choose CycleSafe because our solutions are built to meet the unique challenges of military environments:
- Proven Durability: 45+ year design life, engineered to withstand heavy use and harsh weather.
- Modular Flexibility: ProPark® bike locker banks expand easily to support growing demand.
- Freight Savings: Shipped as kits for easy assembly on-site, reducing logistics costs.
- Security Options: Mechanical keys or digital access controls adapt to base security policies.
- Support for Multimodal Travel: Placing lockers near gates, transit stops, or shuttle hubs helps create mobility hubs, encouraging active commuting.
By combining durability, security, and cost efficiency, CycleSafe provides long-term infrastructure that improves quality of life for service members and their families.
“Our problem was providing durable bicycle storage that meets security standards and satisfies force protection issues. We chose the CycleSafe product because there are fewer metal parts to rust, and it is made of durable molded composite materials that eliminate replacement costs. The view-thru design allows security forces to make sure there are no suspicious items inside the lockers.”
– Randy Hawke, Facilities Excellence Architect, Peterson Air Force Base
Bike Lockers for Barracks, Fitness Centers, and Housing
ProPark® Modular Bike Lockers
At the heart of CycleSafe’s military installations are our ProPark® bike lockers—modular, expandable, and virtually maintenance-free.
- Barracks & Dormitories: Service members living on base often lack secure storage for personal bikes. ProPark lockers provide protected storage steps from their living quarters, preventing theft and weather damage.
- Fitness Centers & Gyms: Secure bike lockers at gyms and fitness centers support Army MWR, Air Force Fitness, Semper Fit, and PSP recreation programs. Service members can cycle to their workouts knowing their bikes are safe.
- Family Housing & Child Development Centers: For military families, bike lockers near housing areas and youth facilities make it easy to embrace cycling as daily transportation.
Case-tested for decades, ProPark lockers integrate seamlessly into base housing areas, ensuring security while supporting healthy, active lifestyles.
Biking is Mission-Ready
Across U.S. bases, MWR programs and commanders encourage cycling as part of daily life and fitness.
- Installations like Fort Belvoir and Wright-Patterson AFB host Bike-to-Work Day pit stops to support commuting service members.
- The U.S. Army reports that cycling to work helps Soldiers and civilians build fitness, resilience, and readiness.
- Bases from Colorado to Germany have integrated bike parking and repair stations as part of MWR wellness initiatives.
Bike Shelters for Dining, Exchanges, and Community Facilities
Open-Air and Covered Solutions
Military bases are like small cities, with dining halls, PX/BX exchanges, chapels, and community centers serving thousands each day. CycleSafe bike shelters provide weather protection for high-traffic areas, encouraging more frequent cycling while reducing vehicle congestion near these hubs.
Shelters are available in multiple sizes and architectural styles, making it easy to match the look and function of each base. Their modular construction allows facilities teams to expand coverage as demand grows.
By strategically placing shelters at dining, recreation, and retail locations, bases can increase bike usage and reduce strain on vehicle parking infrastructure.
Bike Lockers & Racks for Gate Entrances and Transit Zones
At gate entrances, transit hubs, and shuttle stops, bike racks provide quick, easy parking for daily commuters and visitors. When paired with lockers and shelters, racks complete a layered security system—meeting the needs of both short-term and long-term bike parking.
Installing lockers and racks near gates and perimeter areas also supports multimodal commuting for service members who bike part of their route and rely on shuttles or carpools to reach secure zones. Bike parking infrastructure near base entrances and transit corridors create mobility hubs, helping both service members and civilians bike to and from work.
Supporting Wellness, Readiness, and Sustainability
Military wellness programs encourage physical fitness, active commuting, and sustainable practices across installations. Secure bike parking is a direct investment in service member readiness and quality of life:
- MWR Directors and PSP Managers use bike parking infrastructure to expand recreation and commuting options.
- Outdoor Recreation Managers and Fitness Directors benefit from increased participation in recreation and fitness programming.
- Public Works Officers and RP Ops Engineers value CycleSafe’s durable, low-maintenance design that aligns with base infrastructure standards.
By providing cycling infrastructure across facilities, bases reduce vehicle use, strengthen sustainability, and promote active, healthy communities.
Proven on Domestic and International Bases
CycleSafe infrastructure is field-proven at bases worldwide. Here are just a few:
- Fort Drum (NY)
- NAS Pensacola (FL)
- NAS Sigonella (Italy)
- NSF Diego Garcia
- Peterson Air Force Base (CO)
- Okinawa, Japan
- Guam
- Singapore
NAS Pensacola officials reported that no other brands of bike lockers were considered, and the CycleSafe lockers were chosen for their durability and lack of needed maintenance and will not likely have to be replaced. NAS personnel commended the lockers for “unmatched security.”
Did You Know?
According to the CAF BALANCE program, employees with access to secure bike parking are:
- 5× more likely to meet daily fitness goals
- Better supported in sustainable commuting choices
- More likely to benefit from improved health, readiness, and resilience
Next Steps for Your Base
CycleSafe has worked with U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, and Canadian Armed Forces bases to implement tailored bike parking solutions. Whether your installation is upgrading fitness facilities, expanding family housing, or supporting multimodal commuting at gates and shuttle hubs, our team is ready to help.
