Bring Bike Ownership into the 21st Century
The Bike Parking & Charging Deficit
Riding a bike is easy, but depending on one to get around remains impractical for most. Despite many cities across the globe beginning to invest in cycling infrastructure, secure parking and charging remains largely been ignored. In the U.S., almost no residents have access to cycle parking facilities at or in proximity to frequent destinations.
With little to no options, the industry remains stuck in the mid-20th century, leaving users left to look for other modes of transportation.
This is a massive gap in today’s experience.
25%
of NYC households have had a bike stolen
750
Micromobility lithium-ion fires in NYC since 2022
31%
Decline in the number of USA bike shops since 2000
Matching Demand
Cycling is rapidly emerging as a mainstream mode of transportation across the world. While bikeshare continues to grow, 91% of trips in cities like NYC are still taken on personal bicycles, with personal bikes accounting for over 61% of overall growth in cycling.
Yet, theft, concerns around vandalism, accidental damage, and exposure to the elements also discourage riders from leaving their bikes parked outdoors for extended periods. 51% of non-cycling commuters cited it as a key reason they don’t bike to work.
Disproportionate Impact
While the lack of parking options affects all cyclists, research suggests that the impact is most acutely felt by immigrants, working class, and non-white community members.
According to the League of American Bicyclists, 47% of people of color would ride more with plentiful, secure bike parking. Lower income workers are 10x more likely to bike over higher-income workers. 54% of delivery workers experience bike theft.
Create a global secure bike parking network to service ppl, regardless of race, ethnicity, or economic background.
The Mission
1
Create frameworks that can accommodate a variety of siting scenarios and typologies.
2
Use design principles that have fidelity and best practices to look good and function well.
3
Operate the facilities in a high-quality manner that is consistent with other forms of street furniture like bus shelters, newsstands, etc.