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Garden Sheds & Lockers

Garden sheds and lockers are strong and secure products that provide dry storage for multiple bikes and accessories. Unlike public lockers, they can contain 1-4 bicycles depending on their size. Installation: typically lockers and sheds come flat packed and require assembly in location. Fixings, footings and maintenance all contribute to functionality and durability.

Typical Context of Use
Secure, sheltered storage of bikes in outdoor domestic space such as a garden, drive or alleyway

Number of Bikes per Unit
From 1 to 4

Approximate Cost per Bike
Around £260 - £600 per unit = £65 - £150 per bike

Locking Opportunities / Lock Compatibility
Good – securely encloses all bikes that can enter through its doors though addition of a ground anchor to lock bikes to will add to security. All lock types can be used inside shed, though ground anchors may limit lock compatibility.

Ease of Use / Time to Lock
More time consuming to use than uncovered options. Ease of use of garden sheds / lockers is dependent on access.

Strengths
• Strong
• Secure
• Weatherproof
• Compatible with a wide range of bicycles
• Offers storage opportunities for accessories
• 5-25 years, depending of the material and the context of use

Weaknesses
• Takes space
• Can be expensive

Useful References
www.discountbicycles.co.uk
www.cycle-works.com
www.trimetals.co.uk
www.shackup.co.uk