Why are Smart Stackers’ Bike Towers great for cyclists?
A key point in one of our previous blogs was that as Australia approaches a COVID-normal situation, we are seeing people beginning to return to their places of work, as well as events and recreational activities once more opening back up to larger numbers.
Smart Stackers’ Bike Towers address one of the key lingering concerns during this time: anxiety around crowded public transport, projected road congestion and ensuring public infrastructure conforms to revised hygiene standards.
But the opportunity to integrate hygienic, highly accessible end-of-trip facilities Australia-wide is just one aspect of why Smart Stackers Bike Towers are such an appealing option for cities, councils and developers nation-wide. Below are some key considerations as to why these forward-thinking facilities are worth pursuing now.
- These 24-hour accessible towers, inspired by European models, provide a safe and secure space for cyclists to lock up their vehicles and belongings, protecting them from the elements.
- Monitored by a CCTV system, the solar-powered bike towers are secure against access by others – the unique control system pairs the unique barcode of the deposit slip with the date and time of storage, as well as the position in which the bike is stored. This ensures that only authorised persons can come into contact with the stored items.
- Checking in is fast and simple, with riders ready to go in under 30 seconds. While inside the tower, bikes and equipment are insured against damage and theft. Bikes can be left in the tower uninterrupted for up to 30 days.
- The bike always remains horizontal in a dry and dust-free environment, meaning that riders will never have to deal with a wet or hot seat again. Protected from rain, dust, excessive heat and snow, riders can rest easy in the knowledge that their belongings are safe and secure.
- Worldwide, these bike towers have stored over one million bicycles to date, with no break-ins or breakdowns. 24/7 support is available if any issues arise.
- For cyclists, Smart Stackers’ bike towers present a modern, sustainable and holistic storage solution, providing space for bikes and belongings to be securely stored while riders enjoy all their cities have to offer.
Bike Towers are not a temporary solution for a temporary scenario, but an investment in a city’s cycling future. The viability of these structures have been proven in Europe and with such an increased focus on cycling infrastructure Australia-wide, it’s time to bring this success story to our shores.