Laura Laker Finds the Ultimate Secure Bike Shed for Her E‑Bikes
At Asgard Storage, we’re no strangers to providing secure, high‑quality storage solutions for some of the biggest names in motorcycling, cycling, and beyond. But our latest installation took things in a new direction... we had the pleasure of supplying renowned journalist and cycling advocate Laura Laker with our brand‑new Annexe Plus E Police‑Approved Bike Shed!
A Guardian Journalist on a Quest for the Best
Laura Laker is a freelance journalist, author and speaker specialising in cycling and urban transport. Her writing has appeared in The Guardian, Cycling Plus, Bloomberg CityLab and many more; she also co‑hosts the popular Streets Ahead podcast and published her first book, Potholes and Pavements: a Bumpy Ride on Britain’s National Cycle Network, in 2024. Based in East London, Laura combines on‑the‑ground reporting with data‑driven analysis to champion safer, greener streets for all.
Why the Annexe Plus E?
Laura’s mission was clear: find a bike shed that could not only store multiple bikes securely, but also accommodate e‑bike charging and withstand the harsh British weather. Enter the Annexe Plus E – our latest, Police‑Preferred Specification bike store, measuring 8 ft × 4 ft, built from reinforced, galvanised steel and designed to keep high‑value bikes and equipment safe and dry.
Upon receiving her Annexe Plus E, Laura commented:
"This thing is a beast! Rock-solid, spacious, weather-resistant and even accomodates my electric bikes.”
Built for Security, Designed for Convenience
The Annexe Plus E isn’t just a shed, it’s a fortress and workshop in one. Here’s why it impressed Laura (and will impress any serious cyclist):
✅ Police‑Preferred Specification – Tested and certified Secured by Design, LPCB Level 1, UKLA and Loss Prevention Approved.
✅ Heavy‑Duty Construction – 176 kg of reinforced, galvanised steel panels and a full integral metal base, complete with ground‑fixing point.
✅ Five‑Point Locking System – Internal steel deadbolts, shrouded EN1303‑rated pick‑and‑drill‑resistant locks and reinforced door clips for maximum theft deterrence.
✅ Integrated Ventilation – Hidden roof vents reduce condensation, keeping bikes and gear dry and corrosion‑free.
✅ Electric Mounting Plates – Pre‑drilled plates on either side for easy installation of sockets, perfect for overnight e‑bike charging.
✅ Spacious Interior – Stores up to four bikes (including e‑bikes) plus accessories; large double‑door access for hassle‑free loading.
From the moment we completed the installation, it was clear that the Annexe Plus E was the perfect solution for Laura’s needs. If it’s good enough for one of the Guardian’s leading voices on cycling and transport, you can be confident it will handle whatever you (and your bikes) throw at it!
