Bike Racks or Leaning Rails?

The Benefits of Bike Racks and Leaning Rails

Bike racks and leaning rails make cycling more convenient. They are the all-purpose solution for cyclists who want to park their bicycles easily and, above all, securely lock them. Nothing is more convenient than parking your bicycle in the right bike rack or against a suitable leaning rail. However, the question always arises: which option is the right choice?

Common Advantages

• Bicycles remain upright at all times and are protected from damage and dirt

• Each bicycle can be parked and removed independently

• Child-friendly bicycle parking and removal

• Theft-proof locking of bicycles to the bike rack or leaning rail

• Easy installation in garages, carports, garden sheds, or existing bicycle shelters

• Custom coatings available

Key Features of Bike Racks and Leaning Rails

Bike Racks

The term “bike rack” refers to a structure consisting of a main hoop with a wheel guide, into which the bicycle is parked so that it remains upright and stable on its own. Inserting the front wheel into the wheel guide provides additional support.

Bike racks are available in various designs. Particularly noteworthy are models with so-called ADFC-recommended quality. These allow theft-proof locking of the bicycle frame using a short cable or U-lock. The ADFC recommendation stands for particularly convenient and secure bicycle parking and is based on the guidelines of DIN 79008.

Learn more about DIN 79008 here.

The tire width of the bicycle is crucial for a secure hold in the bike rack. Tire widths vary greatly, from road bikes to fat bikes. Various bike rack models are available to accommodate different tire widths.

Learn more about planning bicycle parking facilities here.

Leaning Rails

The term “leaning rail” refers to a structure made of bent or welded steel tubing to which the bicycle can be securely locked. A bicycle leaning rail is equally stable with or without a crossbar. The crossbar helps keep cable and U-locks securely in place and provides additional support for bicycles of all sizes. Leaning rails are generally suitable for all types of bicycles.

For single-sided use, a minimum spacing of 700 mm between the leaning rails is recommended. For double-sided use, a minimum spacing of 1200 mm is recommended. Leaning rails can be installed using base plates for surface mounting, mounted in rows on rails, or set in concrete.

Learn more about the different types of leaning rails here.

Conclusion

Both systems have their advantages and provide secure solutions for locking bicycles. A decisive factor is the spacing between individual bicycles. In combination with the location and the required level of user comfort, this plays a major role in the overall functionality of the parking facility. Therefore, special attention should be paid to where and how bike racks or leaning rails are installed.

In addition to safety and functionality, both systems can also be individually powder-coated in a color of your choice to create an attractive visual appearance for cyclists.

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