Looking for bike parking facilities [to add to OSM]

As usual, I'm looking for information to add to OpenStreetMap

I've created a simple map showing all existing bike parking facilities that I and others have mapped in OSM for Galway. You can view it here http://u.osmfr.org/m/16656/



What I am looking for is to ask people to take a quick look at the map and the markers on it and see if I've missed any.

If I have, could you please let me know
- where it is
- what capacity there is at the location
- is it covered

To make it easier, you can add a note to OSM which I will see and update the map based on it. Simply click here, move the marker to the appropriate spot and add as much info as you can.

Mrs OBumble

Presumably you're only looking for ones open to the general public, not company-specific ones?

Mrs OBumble

Mrs OBumble wrote: »

Presumably you're only looking for ones open to the general public, not company-specific ones?

I'll happily take both. No reason not to map those, I simply add an access tag to say employees only.

galwaycyclist

Good project. Is it possible to have a tag to explain the design?

Some cycle parking "designs" can damage bikes. Likewise on some designs the frame cannot be locked using a standard U lock which makes them unfit for purpose as cycle parking.

Some designs e.g. as used by City council at some places and as found in Bons Secours do not support bikes properly so they roll backwards and fall on the ground.

Be good to have info on weather protection as well.

galwaycyclist

The thought occurs you could use colours - so keep blue for bike parking suitable for parking bikes and maybe use orange or something for bike parking not suitable for parking bikes.

galwaycyclist

galwaycyclist wrote:

Good project. Is it possible to have a tag to explain the design?

Yes, this is included already as bicycle_parking=stands or bicycle_parking=racks or others as outlined here

galwaycyclist wrote:

Be good to have info on weather protection as well.

That falls under the tag covered=yes/no and is included on the majority of parking sites I've found so far

galwaycyclist wrote:

Some cycle parking "designs" can damage bikes. Likewise on some designs the frame cannot be locked using a standard U lock which makes them unfit for purpose as cycle parking.

Some designs e.g. as used by City council at some places and as found in Bons Secours do not support bikes properly so they roll backwards and fall on the ground.

This is subjective and not something I will be adding, but as OSM is essentially a wiki, there is nothing to stop anyone else creating tagging to add this subjective info

galwaycyclist wrote:

The thought occurs you could use colours - so keep blue for bike parking suitable for parking bikes and maybe use orange or something for bike parking not suitable for parking bikes.

Again, you are talking about subjective information here which is not something I am looking at.

The map I created is purely used for indicating existing tagged items. Later I will be modifying it for other purposes so it likely won't show bike parking at a later date however the site I'm using, umap, is open to anyone to create their own map look however they want. I will happily show anyone how to do this if need be

galwaycyclist

Deleted User wrote: »

This is subjective and not something I will be adding, but as OSM is essentially a wiki, there is nothing to stop anyone else creating tagging to add this subjective info

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Again, you are talking about subjective information here which is not something I am looking at.

Uh no I am talking about a well established effects - that are long recognised in standards for cycle parking. These are things that are easy to establish by reference to relevant guidance. This is key information for anyone who wishes to securely park a bike.

http://www.tfw.org.uk/documents/SustransCycleparkingsheetFF37_000.pdf

Other stands, such as ‘butterfly’ racks, which only attach to the wheels, should not be used as they are less secure, do not support the bike and can damage it, and cause a trip hazard to pedestrians.

2. Design and Installation
This is a key consideration for cyclists; even those leaving their bikes for a very short time. The design of the stand therefore has to ensure peace of mind. The device must be easy to access, facilitate the use of ‘D’ type locks and conventional chains/cables, provide support for the whole bicycle and allow both frame and wheels to be secured in a way that suits the individual user

Arguably indicating the presence of cycle parking without indicating its compliance with commonly accepted standards - could be seen as false advertising.

galwaycyclist

galwaycyclist wrote: »

Arguably indicating the presence of cycle parking without indicating its compliance with commonly accepted standards - could be seen as false advertising.

I personally use the "duck" method when surveying "if it looks like a duck, and quacks like a duck, it's a duck".

I am adding capacity, type, location, if it's lit, 24hr access, covering, type etc.

As I said, OSM is open to anyone who wants to edit. You are more than welcome to add any info you see relevant.

As for false advertising, sorry but no. See the duck explanation above

galwaycyclist

[Deleted User] wrote: »

This is subjective and not something I will be adding, but as OSM is essentially a wiki, there is nothing to stop anyone else creating tagging to add this subjective info



Again, you are talking about subjective information here which is not something I am looking at.

Actually if either of us had bothered to check the same advice is stated under the definitions given for "type". Subjective or not. :-)

topcat77

2 bike racks which hold 10 bikes a piece out side Arabica Coffee Co (Atlantaquaria) salthill. not covered