Space-saving vertical racks, wall-mounted systems, and two-tier double-decker racks for parking garages, bike rooms, and commercial buildings. Maximize bike parking density with indoor storage from Saris, Dero, and Madrax.
From vertical racks to two-tier double-decker systems, we supply and install the full range of indoor bike storage for parking garages, bike rooms, and commercial buildings.
Hold bikes in vertical (upright) orientation by front wheel. Significantly reduce floor-space footprint. Common in parking garages and indoor bike rooms. Not ideal for heavy e-bikes or cargo bikes.
Attach directly to wall surface, holding bikes by wheel or frame at an angle or vertically. Excellent for indoor garages, hallways, and limited floor space. Best for employee or tenant long-term parking.
Upper and lower tier stacked rail systems. Gas-assist or spring-loaded lift mechanism on upper tier. Doubles parking density in the same floor footprint. Capacities: 8, 12, or 16 bikes per unit.
Complete bike room solutions combining vertical, wall-mounted, and two-tier racks. Secure access with key card, fob, or code. Floor drains, lighting, ventilation, and e-bike charging outlets.
A well-designed bike room maximizes capacity, security, and convenience. Include these essentials during design and construction.
Indoor bike storage systems serve a wide range of commercial and institutional facility types across Southern California.
Key advantages and practical considerations for indoor bike storage systems to help you choose the right solution.
Demand for indoor bike storage in commercial buildings has grown steadily as more tenants, employees, and residents commute by bicycle. Cities across Southern California increasingly require bike parking in new construction, and green building certifications like LEED award credits for bicycle facilities. Whether you are outfitting a parking garage, designing a dedicated bike room, or retrofitting an existing space, indoor bike storage systems from Saris, Dero, Madrax, and CycleSafe provide the durability, density, and security that commercial facilities require.
Vertical bike racks and two-tier double-decker systems are the two most effective ways to maximize indoor bike parking density. Vertical racks hold bikes upright by the front wheel, reducing the floor-space footprint by up to 50% compared to standard horizontal racks. Two-tier systems stack bikes on upper and lower rails, effectively doubling capacity in the same floor area. Upper-tier racks feature gas-assist or spring-loaded lift mechanisms that allow users to pull the tray down, load their bike at ground level, and push it back up with minimal effort. Typical two-tier configurations accommodate 8, 12, or 16 bikes per unit, making them the go-to choice for large-scale installations.
Saris Infrastructure (formerly Saris Cycling Group) leads the market with products like the Saris Stack Rack for vertical storage and the Saris Bike Trac for wall-mounted and two-tier configurations. Dero offers the popular Dero Duplex two-tier system along with a full line of vertical and wall-mounted racks designed for heavy commercial use. Madrax provides competitively priced two-tier and wall-mounted options with quick-ship availability. CycleSafe specializes in secure indoor bike parking with enclosed locker-style vertical storage. All products are commercial-grade steel construction designed for years of daily use in high-traffic environments.
E-bike charging is a rapidly growing trend in indoor bike storage. As electric bicycles become more popular for commuting, building owners and property managers are adding electrical outlets and dedicated e-bike charging stations to their bike rooms. While RPS does not perform electrical work, we coordinate with licensed electricians and design bike room layouts that account for charging infrastructure, heavier rack ratings for e-bikes, and ground-level parking for riders who cannot lift heavy bikes onto vertical or upper-tier racks.
RPS Building Specialties supplies and installs indoor bike storage systems across Southern California, including Orange County, Los Angeles County, San Diego County, Riverside County, and San Bernardino County. All racks are surface-mounted to concrete floors and walls using mechanical anchors, requiring no welding or special structural preparation. Whether you need a simple wall-mounted rack installation or a complete bike room buildout with mixed rack types, our team handles site assessment, layout design, product selection, and professional installation. Contact us at (714) 381-4196 or [email protected] for a free project quote.
Common questions about indoor bike storage systems answered by our product specialists.
Three main types of indoor bike storage are commonly used in parking garages: vertical racks that hold bikes upright by the front wheel to minimize floor space, wall-mounted racks that attach to walls and hold bikes at an angle or vertically, and two-tier (double-decker) rack systems that stack bikes on upper and lower rails to double parking density. The right choice depends on your available space, ceiling height, number of bikes to accommodate, and the types of bicycles your users ride. RPS helps you evaluate options and designs layouts that maximize capacity.
Two-tier bike racks feature upper and lower stacking rails mounted on a steel frame. The lower tier works like a standard horizontal rail. The upper tier uses a gas-assist or spring-loaded lift mechanism — users pull the upper tray down to ground level, roll their bike onto it, and push it back up to the elevated position. This doubles parking capacity in the same floor footprint. Typical configurations accommodate 8, 12, or 16 bikes per unit. Two-tier racks are common in large corporate bike rooms, transit stations, and universities where maximizing capacity is essential.
Standard vertical bike racks have weight limits that may not accommodate heavy electric bikes, which typically weigh 40 to 70 pounds or more. Some vertical rack models are designed for heavier loads, but the user must still lift the bike into the vertical position, which can be difficult with a heavy e-bike. For facilities with significant e-bike ridership, we recommend ground-level horizontal racks, heavy-duty wall-mounted racks rated for higher weights, or dedicated e-bike parking areas with charging outlets. RPS can help you design a bike room that accommodates both standard and electric bicycles.
A well-designed commercial bike room should include secure access control (key card, fob, or code), adequate lighting, proper ventilation to handle wet bikes, floor drains for water runoff, a mix of rack types to accommodate different bicycle sizes (including e-bikes), electrical outlets for e-bike charging, and security cameras. The room should be easily accessible from building entrances and parking areas. For LEED certification, bike rooms contribute to the Bicycle Facilities credit. RPS provides bike room layout design and installs all rack types — vertical, wall-mounted, and two-tier systems.
Space requirements depend on the rack types you choose and the number of bikes. As a general guide, standard horizontal racks need about 72 inches (6 feet) of depth per row with 60-inch (5-foot) access aisles. Vertical racks reduce the depth to about 48 inches per row. Two-tier systems need approximately 96 inches (8 feet) of vertical clearance and 72 inches of depth. A typical 10-bike room using two-tier racks requires approximately 120 to 150 square feet. For larger installations, RPS provides space planning and layout design as part of our site assessment.