One of our readers from Vancouver sent a mail asking about how we Copenhageners park our bikes outside our homes. Most buildings have bike sheds in the back yard where residents can park their bikes. Here at our place we have four bike sheds for about 40 flats. We have easy access from the backyard to the street.There are, however, many flats where getting from the backyard to the street takes time. Even just a couple of minutes is a frustration. Copenhageners want the quickest possible route from their front door to their bike and then the bike lane. It’s all about ease-of-use. It’s irritating if you have to spend too much time getting onto your bike. I’m sure there are people in Copenhagen who keep their fancy specialist bike in their flat, but I don’t know any. Your bike is in the shed, the bike room in your cellar or leaning up against something outside your door.Most people opt for parking their bike along the building, using their kickstands or leaning them against the facade. Chaotic at times but it is the fastest way to get going. Out of the front door, unlock the wheel lock and you’re off.
I have a set on Flickr with bike racks ad libitum.
And there are a couple of earlier posts on bike racks in Copenhagen. This one and this one.
