With increased bike rack installations, Oregon is doing it right. Oregon’s state motto is “She flies with her own wings” but with the extent to which cycling has grown in the state, it may as well be “She pedals with her own bike.” Over the last ten years, cycling rates have dramatically increased in Oregon and the increased levels of cyclists have brought with them increased demands on the infrastructure. As well as the construction of cycle lanes and trails, community leaders and business owners have recognized the need for bike parking racks and secure bicycle storage solutions. In fact, cycling has grown to the extent that some forward-thinking Oregon cities have even replaced car parking with bike corrals. Recent improvements to many Oregon cities’ cycling infrastructures have included the additions of: bike corrals, bike lockers, secured hangers, bike bollards and specialty artist designed devices. In special circumstances, cities have even employed temporary secured parking with industrial and hand- made devices. By increasing cyclists’ options for secure bike parking, Oregon is an example of a state that is doing things right. If you would like more information on bike parking in Oregon, please visit the Oregon State Government’s biking resource page. Another resource - ORBike.com - also provides many useful tips and resources for Oregon cyclists. Reliance Foundry is an industry-leading supplier of bike racks, bicycle stands (“bike bollards”) and bike lockers. Working with business owners, campus boards, city planners, architects and designers, Reliance Foundry strives to provide the best in bike parking solutions. Examples of secure bicycle storage solutions by Reliance Foundry can be found in cities across North America. If you would like more information on secure and innovative bike parking, please visit Reliance Foundry’s bike parking web site.
