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Bicycle Facilities Help Commuters with First and Last Mile Connections to Transit Hubs

Commuters across the country are utilizing bicycles for their first and last mile to connect to transit. They seek convenient and safe facilities for long-term bike parking and other amenities to meet their multi-modal needs. Transit hubs are becoming more than just a place to board a train or bus, they are now places that seamlessly connect various modes of transportation. Below, a few of our sales reps from around the U.S. share their thoughts on the value of transit hubs in their regions:

depot-1Bikestation in Washington, DC. Photo: Flickr/thisisbossi
Daniel, Washington DC
El Monte Bike Hub
Greg, Los Angeles  
pdx-1TriMet Bike Shelter, Portland, OR
  “By enabling transportation choices with bike facilities, transit providers reach a broader audience and a larger effective service network. The better the facilities, the more people use them and the more viable it is for people to choose healthy lifestyles through active transportation These facilities have a small footprint, are affordable compared with auto facilities and play an essential role in the evolving urban transportation landscape.” Paul, Pacific Northwest
Rendering credit Alta Planning + Design
Alta Planning + Design published a great article on their blog about the subject, including a nod to the role of secure bicycle parking. Check it out on their site!