In the 1990s, planning professionals began to shift their thinking when it comes to designing streets. Whereas traditional transportation planning was focused on making car travel safe and efficient, the ‘complete streets’ approach considers the needs of all travelers. Defining a Complete Street A complete street is one that provides safe passage for bicyclists, pedestrians,…
May is National Bike Month, a month-long celebration of cycling coast-to-coast across the USA, sponsored by the League of American Bicyclists. Whether you bike to work or school or simply wish to explore your community, it’s a chance to showcase the many benefits of bicycling from money and time savings to healthier lifestyles and a…
Using CALGreen Bike Parking Requirements as a Guide The 2016 California Green Building Standards Code (CALGreen) has mandatory bike parking requirements for non-residential structures. These regulations provide a good guidelines for the minimum recommended mix of short- and long-term secure bike parking for non-residential structures in all states. Two of CALGreen’s objectives were to reduce…
A bike room in an office building, parking garage, apartment complex or college dormitory is a great way to add secure indoor bicycle storage. The right bike room layout can ensure bike parking is easy, safe, and secure. Talk to a Bike Room Design Specialist Bike Room Design Guidelines Site Locate the bike room near…
A rich history of support for the arts and environmental stewardship exists in West Michigan, from both residents and local businesses, and often times the two go hand-in-hand. A clear example of this relationship is how the Forest Hills Public Schools System designed and built their Fine Arts Center, and how the Grand Rapids Ballet…
CycleSafe is pleased to introduce a new innovation in Bicycle Parking: Extension Bike Lockers. CycleSafe has designed a variation of their ProPark bike locker to meet the needs of longer wheelbase extension bikes and recumbent bikes. Available in 3-unit locker modules to accommodate (2) extension bikes and (2) standard bikes in individual storage lockers. Bicycle…
CycleSafe is pleased to announce that the Grand Rapids Downtown Development Authority has installed 8 CycleSafe bicycle corrals and 90 bicycle racks to improve bicycle parking along its bike paths in downtown Grand Rapids. “It is the DDA’s belief that these new facilities would help to promote cycling as an alternative mode of transportation and…
Since its founding in 1980 as a response to the energy crisis of the 70s, CycleSafe has led the way towards sustainable communities promoting active transportation. A leader in promoting green business practices and re-thinking urban transportation systems, the company encourages cycling as an alternative or additional mode of transportation. “Bicycling as a form of…
CycleSafe is pleased to be recognized by The Green Register under its “Greenovations” category for our dedication to sustainable products and practices as reflected in our Sustainability Statement. The Green Register is a source for the latest in environmental sustainability news, innovative “green” business practices and trends, and useful environmental resources and information. By providing…
