Blog Archives | Steadyrack

Own a bike you never ride? We need to learn how to fail better at active transport.

Once upon a time when something was simple to do we said: “It’s as easy...

13
Nov

Over-the-top policing of bike helmet laws targets vulnerable riders

A cyclist not wearing a helmet can expect to attract the attention of NSW Police...

06
Nov

How can e-bikes help the environment?

A staggering 89.5 million tonnes of CO2 are produced by road travel per year –...

30
Oct

Do you have what it takes to become an Ironman?

Earlier this October, the 41st annual Ironman World Championships were held in Kona, Hawaii. All...

25
Oct

Smart cities: world’s best don’t just adopt new technology, they make it work for people

Cities are fast becoming “smart”, and the impact on people’s lives can be immense. Singapore’s...

17
Oct

The problem isn't dockless shre bikes, it's the lack of bike parking.

The problem isn’t dockless share bikes. It’s the lack of bike parking

It’s a local government truism that Australian city dwellers care about only three things –...

09
Oct

Move away from a car-dominated city looks radical but it’s a sensible plan for a liveable future

More shared spaces, safer streets and fewer cars in the city are all part of...

02
Oct

Two bikes parked in Steadyracks, sharing small garage space with a car.

Why is Steadyrack so unique?

Since it’s inception in 2009, Steadyrack has been a disruptor in the world of bike...

25
Sep

Steadyracks and Superyachts

Over the last 10 years, our Steadyracks have been installed in a wide variety of...

11
Sep

Stop that car and plan cities around bikes to make cycling a real option for more women

Growing up in North Germany, cycling was my main means of transport, as would be...

21
Aug

Are you ready for your dream garage?

The need and the desire for overhauling our garages is permeating neighbourhoods and suburbs, as...

14
Aug

Walking and cycling to work makes commuters happier and more productive

In Australia, more than 9 million people commute to work every weekday. The distance they...

31
Jul

We Ride … for change

Steadyrack’s Founder and CEO, David Steadman, is celebrating the company’s 10th year in a really...

24
Jul

No more hooks

Bikes are awkward to store, that’s for sure. If you’re lacking floor space in your...

17
Jul

Love your Mountain Bike

It’s been three months since we released our most recent Steadyrack product, the Mountain Bike...

10
Jul

Cycle, walk, drive or train?

There are many ways to get around a city. You can drive a car or...

03
Jul

End-of-Trip Facilities with over 600 Steadyracks

Customising your bike parking project is easy with Steadyrack

The absence of designated bike parking can create issues that may discourage cyclists from future...

26
Jun

Exercise and wash your laundry at the same time

So many of us struggle daily in our search for the ever-elusive work life balance. ...

19
Jun

Traffic congestion reconsidered

Despite efforts to encourage a shift to sustainable transportation, traffic congestion is often the focus...

12
Jun

Build it and they will ride: Bicycle geography lessons

To paraphrase urbanist James Howard Kunstler, Toronto city council is sleepwalking into the future. While...

29
May

Eight tips to organise your garage and get your space back

Sure, our garages are one of the most used spaces in our homes, but they’re...

23
May

Safe, efficient self-driving cars could block walkable, livable communities

Almost exactly a decade ago, I was cycling in a bike lane when a car...

15
May

Why do Steadyracks cost more than a basic utility hook?

We often receive comments, some nicer than others, regarding the price of our bike racks, ...

08
May

Civic crowdfunding reduces the risk of ‘bikelash’

Bike-sharing and dockless bike ventures are spreading as more people get around on two wheels....

24
Apr

Two people on electric bikes high fiving

Electric bikes can boost older people’s mental performance and their well-being

Getting on your bicycle can give you an enormous sense of freedom and enjoyment. It...

17
Apr

New York gets serious about traffic with the first citywide US congestion pricing plan

After years of debate, New York state has adopted congestion pricing to deal with traffic...

10
Apr

Can Steadyracks be used in transport

We receive communication for customers and future customers on the daily. This comes over the…...

03
Apr

Poland’s new solar powered bike path glows in the dark

We all agree that commuting by bike is the healthiest (mentally and physically) and environmentally…...

27
Mar

Kyoto on the path to becoming the Copenhagen of Asia

Against the backdrop of climate scientists warning that we have 12 years to cut carbon...

22
Mar

Are e-bikes trending?

The Netherlands are known globally as the number one biking country in the world. Last...

22
Mar

A photograph of an Inventor Recognition Award

Steadyrack receives “Inventor Recognition Award”

While there, we had the opportunity to participate in a “Shark Tank” type event called...

18
Mar

Our cities fall short on sustainability, but planning innovations offer local solutions

Thirty years after the landmark Brundtland report, the debate on urban sustainability continues....

07
Mar

A photograph of traffic on Cardeno Street

Have we reached Peak Car?

General Motors has announced it’s shuttering five production facilities and killing six vehicle platforms by the end...

26
Feb

Is it worth getting bicycle insurance?

The British Transport Police just announced that they will be disbanding its dedicated bike theft...

24
Feb

A photo of a suburban street in San Francisco

They want bicycle racks and they want them now

San Francisco is known for a lot of things; The Golden Gate Bridge, cable cars,...

14
Feb

A photo of a Madrid street with bike racks

Madrid wants less cars and more bikes

Late last year, Spain’s capital city of Madrid created a “low-emissions zone” in its city...

07
Feb

A photograph of a row of Steadyracks in a garage

Organise your garage and spark some joy

In a recent Instagram post from Miami Heat’s Hassan Whiteside, he said that “it’s easy keeping...

24
Jan

Selecting and installing the vertical bike storage rack that’s right for you

What to consider when selecting a vertical wall rack Now that you’re ready to show...

17
Jan

A photograph of a woman riding a bicycle in the snow

Tips for new commuters

It’s that time of year when many people have bought or received a new bike...

09
Jan

What can we learn from the Dutch?

The Netherlands has more bikes than people. It’s true. There are 17 million Dutch residents,...

28
Dec

Benefits of cycling to work

After shooting our latest promotional video and images at a local End of Trip (EOT)...

14
Dec

6 Holiday Gift Ideas for the Bike Enthusiast

The holidays always seem to come around way too quickly and bring with them the...

05
Dec

Destination Fat Bike

So, you’re looking for your next travel adventure, but you’re not quite sure where you...

21
Nov

Steadyrack Now Available in the Qantas Store

Are you a frequent flyer? We've teamed up with Qantas, which means you can now...

29
Mar

Customers are loving their #steadyracktransformation

We regularly receive positive reviews and photos from our customers all around the world and...

29
Jun

ENVE Choose Steadyrack For Their HQ

ENVE Composites, one of the worlds top cycling brands, have chosen Steadyrack as their preferred...

27
Apr

Interbike Wraps up for 2015

Interbike, the largest bicycle industry trade show in North America, closed last Friday after hosting...

24
Sep

Australian Olympian Chooses Steadyrack

We recently had the pleasure of supplying Steadyracks to Australian Olympian, Lauren Reynolds. Reynolds finished...

30
Dec