Become Bike Friendly™ Certified

Does your business or organisation go the extra mile for people on bicycles?
Whether you offer secure bike parking, dedicated rider support, warm hospitality, or empower commuter cycling, it’s time to get recognized.

Our Bike Friendly™ Certification celebrates South African tourism & hospitality businesses, events, workplaces, schools, and communities that actively support cycling. Get certified to showcase your bike-friendly status, stand out as a trusted destination, and build lasting loyalty among visitors, staff, and students.

Ready to start? Explore the certification criteria for your category below to see what’s required, check off what you have, or what else you’d like to offer. Once you’re ready, head over to our application portal to join our network & claim your official Bike-Friendly™ signage and recognition, and connect with our community.

TOURISM, HOSPITALITY & EVENTS
BIKE FRIENDLY™ CERTIFICATION CRITERIA

To qualify for certification, ensure you meet the required essentials for your business type, then select as many optional extras as apply to help your business stand out. (Many of these are inexpensive to set up—or you may already offer them!).

THE ESSENTIALS (Required)

1. Secure Bike Parking / Storage:

Select options tailored to your venue / business type:

- ✓For Accommodation: Secure, indoor bike storage (garage, shed, or storeroom), allow bikes inside rooms, or use a covered outdoor space like a stoep or carport or for campsites secure outdoor parking.
- ✓For Hospitality, Cafés & Services: Secure bike parking—preferably sheltered or weather-protected and visible—or allow bikes indoors or into a secure courtyard or patio.
- ✓For Events, Tour, Rental companies: Secure bike parking, a dedicated staging base, or secure transport and mobile /trailhead support.

Note on Bike Racks:

Fixed bike racks (ground or wall mounted) or sturdy structures (railings, posts) that allow for frame-locking are recommended everywhere, & required for public, shared indoor or open outdoor spaces.
Portable bike hangers, stands or wall hooks may be used for events or venues where bikes are parked in view or a secure, monitored space.
For public parking, avoid “wheel benders” (cheap floor stands, wheel wells, spiral racks) that stress wheels & prevent frame-locking (though they may be used for private guest rooms or locked storage).

2. Cyclist Welcome, Communication & Guidance:

✓Staff, management, or crew briefed to warmly welcome riders and share essential cycling information—including local bike maps, recommended routes, nearby bike shops, online resources, and clear guidance on accessing on-site bike amenities.

THE EXTRAS (Optional)

(Select as many as apply to help your business stand out & attract more cyclists).

Core Support & Facilities

✓E-bike and device charging
✓Bike pumps & basic repair tools (to borrow)
✓Bike wash area (hose & water)
✓Professional workstands and tool stations
✓Spares and tubes for sale
✓Local trail maps and permits
✓Mechanical support (dedicated on-site mechanic)
✓Rider/ Commuter Facilities (lockers, showers, change rooms), or nearby gym partnership.