The etiquette of bike parking

July 31, 2008
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from BBC News Magazine

With more and more cyclists taking to the roads and designated bike racks in short supply, where they park has tremendous capacity to annoy.

So how can those on two wheels avoid winding up officialdom, pedestrians and even fellow cyclists when they lock up their trusty steeds?

Below are five potential pitfalls and how to avoid them.

BATTLE OF THE BIKES
Don’t lock your bike to a stranger’s

FLY PARKING
Is street furniture fair game?

COMMUNAL SPACE
The bike in the hallway

BIKES ON TRAINS
Stuck at a level crossing?

OFFICE PROTOCOL
Does a bike belong at your desk?

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