Traffic in a city like Dubai, with a population of 10 Million, is a regular occurence. Not only has it become an inconvenience to the public but also an environmental issue with the resulting pollution. The UAE government has been promoting the usage of bicycles for small distance travels for years now, through projects that ensured public bike racks at Metro stations. And yet, many bikers struggle to find parking spaces at public places and are forced to tie their beloved cycles to traffic posts, etc., risking theft.
Are Public bike racks the need of the hour?
- Responsible use of public spaces
Outside any popular restaurant or store located at the road-side with a pavement, one can notice an array of bikes parked haphazardly, creating problems for pedestrians and other bikers. The reason for this inconvenience is the lack of accessibility to bike racks at these places, forcing bike owners to park their bikes closest to where they are or areas that they deem is safe for their cycles. However, through the installation of stainless steel outdoor bike racks at these places, public spaces are used responsibly and efficiently. Bikers no longer have to roam around searching for a parking space or park at an inappropriate place. - Promotes greener transportation
There is no denying the adverse effects that the usage of fuel-dependent vehicles has on our environment. With a high population, Dubai is susceptible to pollution control issues due to the increased use of cars. Cycling is by far the greenest way to travel within the city limits for short distances. However, a big hurdle that bikers face is the lack of parking spaces and the risk of theft of their beloved bikes. By installing communal bike rack public they are encouraged to choose cycling over driving two or four-wheelers as a mode of transportation as they can safely park their bikes at designated places. - Eases traffic congestions
Traffic congestion in a densely populated city like Dubai is a common occurrence. With most of the city’s occupants owning and using cars, every road is a busy road bound to be jammed at any given time. Cycling as a mode of transportation reduces traffic congestion due to the minimalistic and petit design of bikes and the ease of navigation. However, a lack of available parking spaces often discourages people from opting for bikes over cars. With public spaces equipped with a sufficient amount of stainless steel outdoor bike racks, people will want to choose the mode of transportation that guarantees lower traffic time. - Promotes a healthy lifestyle
When we know that we have public bike racks in place we would want to bike more and keep ourselves healthy. Cycling regularly not just increases cardiovascular fitness but also helps improve body posture. Now a greener environment comes with a healthy body.
An increased number of public bike racks are the need of the hour in Dubai with an ever-increasing population and the associated pollution effects. Investing in bike parks not only goes a long way to save our planet but also make the lives of people and transportation within the city, easy and hassle-free.
