Effects of cycle parking arrangements on bicycle use
Overview
Background & policy context:
Cycling is an important mode of transportation in all cities in Finland. In order to promote cycling, all aspects related to cycling need to be considered. This means also the development of cycle parking arrangements besides constructing and maintaining bicycle paths. Obstacles for more frequent bicycle use are traditionally seen to be related to the road infrastructure, but poor or non-existent parking facilities can create also a severe obstacle for many potential cyclists, especially concerning work trips.
Objectives:
To define the current state of bicycle parking arrangements in two pilot cities (Oulu and Kuopio), concerning:
- residential areas constructed during different decades;
- leisure time destinations (libraries, sport halls, etc.);
- working places;
- shopping centres;
- terminals.
To search for reasons for different solutions at destinations.
To define better planning procedures and definitions for better bicycle parking arrangements.
Methodology:
- Field trips;
- Interviews of planners and authorities controlling construction;
- Questionnaires for users and residents;
- Literature research.
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