Urban Racks and Vélo Canada Bikes Partner to Advance Safe Cycling Across Canada
OTTAWA, ON, April 23, 2025 /CNW/ – Urban Racks, a leading provider of innovative micromobility infrastructure and bike parking solutions, announced today a supporting partnership with Vélo Canada Bikes, the national voice for cycling advocacy. By joining forces, Urban Racks is providing Vélo Canada Bikes with crucial support, strengthening their efforts to secure increased federal […]
Downtown Kingston Makes Urban Racks Stations Permanent
KINGSTON, ON, Nov. 5, 2024 /CNW/ – Urban Racks implemented 18 smart bike racks at 3 permanent locations in downtown Kingston, offering a safe and convenient solution for parking bicycles. The smart bike racks—strategically positioned along the main commercial area—were part of a pilot program during the summer of 2023. They are now permanently installed, making Kingston the first municipality […]
Urban Racks Featured in Kingstonist: Secure Bike Parking Now Permanent in Downtown Kingston
Kingstonist reports on the permanent installation of 18 Urban Racks smart bike parking stations throughout downtown Kingston. Strategically placed across Ontario Street, Brock Street, and Barrie Street, these state-of-the-art racks are managed via the Bikeep app, offering cyclists a secure and convenient parking solution. Initially introduced as a pilot program in the summer of 2023, […]
Urban Racks Featured in Pique Newsmagazine: Smart Bike Racks Trialed in Whistler
Pique Newsmagazine highlights the introduction of Urban Racks’ smart bike parking stations in Whistler. As part of a one-year pilot program, 25 smart racks have been installed at Meadow Park, Village Square, and Whistler Olympic Plaza. These stations offer secure locking and e-bike charging capabilities, aligning with the Resort Municipality of Whistler’s Active Transportation Strategy […]
Urban Racks implements innovative smart bike stations to enhance cycling in Whistler
WHISTLER, BC, Aug. 13, 2024 /CNW/ – Urban Racks is bringing smart bike docking stations to The Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW) to offer a safe and convenient solution to park and recharge bicycles. The RMOW is launching a program aimed at enhancing the cycling experience for residents and visitors alike. Urban Racks Stations use Bikeep technology and a user-friendly smartphone […]
Urban Racks Featured in BCBusiness: Innovating Secure Micromobility Infrastructure
BCBusiness highlights Urban Racks as a key player in British Columbia’s evolving transportation landscape. Founded in 2007, the Langley-based company addresses the pressing issue of bicycle theft by providing secure racks, lockers, and electric charging stations for e-bikes and e-scooters across Canada and the U.S. Urban Racks’ platform enables users to lock and unlock their […]
Urban Racks Featured in ITS International: Expanding Smart Bike Lockers Across Vancouver
ITS International reports on Urban Racks’ collaboration with TransLink to introduce app-activated, solar-powered bike lockers at several SkyTrain stations and bus exchanges in Vancouver. These lockers aim to address common barriers to cycling, such as theft and lack of secure parking, by providing convenient and secure storage options for commuters. The lockers are available at […]
App-Activated, On-Demand Bike Parking Service Improves Access to Transit Stations
LANGLEY, BC, Sept. 16, 2021 /CNW/ – Urban Racks is proud to have implemented Canada’s first-ever, on-demand, app-activated bike parking managed solution. Metro Vancouver cyclists can now access app-activated bike parking infrastructure at several TransLink SkyTrain stations and bus exchanges. Inside Urban Racks’ smart solution, you will find Bikeep IoT to help bring this new era of bike parking infrastructure to […]
Urban Racks Featured in BikePortland: Inside Portland’s 600-Space Lloyd Cycle Station
BikePortland offers an in-depth look at the newly opened Lloyd Cycle Station, a state-of-the-art facility in Portland’s Lloyd District. This 600-space bike parking hub, part of the Hassalo on Eighth development, exemplifies a commitment to sustainable urban transportation. Designed to promote a low-car lifestyle, the Cycle Station provides amenities such as secure bike parking, self-service […]
Urban Racks Featured in Surrey Now-Leader: Leading the Shift Toward Bike-Friendly Urban Design
Surrey Now-Leader highlights Urban Racks’ pivotal role in promoting cycling as a mainstream mode of transportation in Metro Vancouver. Managing Director Kosta ChatziSpiros emphasizes the economic and spatial benefits of cycling, noting that annual bike maintenance costs range from $300 to $800, significantly lower than the $9,000 average for car upkeep. Furthermore, a single car […]
