In March, nationwide bicycle sales doubled as Americans of all ages, races, and backgrounds looked to replace their gym memberships and subway commutes with pedal-powered transportation. According to Danny Harris, the executive director of the bicycle, pedestrian and public transit advocacy organisation, Transportation Alternatives, New York City is facing an unprecedented bicycle boom. Winter Bike StorageConsidering that bicycle thefts have risen 27% in New York City during the pandemic, you might want to think twice before stashing your bicycle in your building’s hallway, basement or garage. New York City’s notoriously small apartments don’t typically have spare bedrooms that can be dedicated to bicycle storage but, fortunately, many space-saving indoor bicycle storage solutions do exist. Next to the bike pile sits a small shelf with basic bicycle tools, spare parts and a bike pump, an essential investment for any bicycle owner.

Source: bd News24 December 26, 2020 07:06 UTC