GOING BIKE-FRIENDLY AT THE SM MALLS
is leading the way with bicycle lanes in the MOA Complex complete with bike-centric street signs. In addition, SM will enhance its bike parking capacity, install repair stations, a helmet depository, and bike supply and refreshment stations.
“We have designed our bike facilities to be enjoyed by all members of the community across all ages and biking abilities, whether it be for utilitarian or recreational purposes”. Sy added, “SM hopes that this will encourage more people to take up biking as a healthy and environmentfriendly mode of transportat i on”.
Through this initiative, SM will build a connected network of bike lanes on all roads in the MOA Complex stretching up to 18 kilometers, including a dedicated bike lane along J.W Diokno Boulevard. Future plans consist of connecting SM’s network of bicycle lanes to major roads in the metro.
Likewise, clearly visible bike-centric road signs will also be installed to provide riders and motorists with easy and orderly routing within the Complex. SM’s road signage is based on NACTO (National Association of City Transportation Officials) US Standards implemented by member cities such as Boston, Los Angeles, New York, and Washington, DC.
Here’s what cycling enthusiasts can look forward to as SM goes bike-friendly:
•Convenient, safe, and accessible bicycle parking. SM will ramp up its bike parking capacity in MOA by fifty per cent, with additional bike racks and new street-level bike parking zones steps away from mall and shop entrances.
•Bike Repair Stations will be placed in strategic locations to assist the pedaling public for their emergencies and maintenance. Each Repair Station is equipped with a bike stand, floor pump, and essential tools which customers can also use for free.
•A Helmet Depository for a worry-free, end-of-ride experience. Bikers can simply leave their helmets at no cost at