Having a bicycle stolen is not fun. Whether the bike is used by your child, for commuting, or for recreation on a nice day, you would hope that no one else would take your bike.
The Snohomish County Sheriff’s Office averages 3 stolen bike reports per month. While this may seem very modest for a county of our size (cities in the county may have different experiences with bike theft). You still want to know that bicycles that you own are secure.
Here are some things you can do to prevent bike theft,
· Use a lock. Be sure it is made from hardened stainless steel
and offers good weather resistance. Some people recommend U-locks and D-locks as
being tougher and harder to be picked.
· Apply your lock effectively. Secure your bike to something
that is cemented o bolted to the ground and cannot be easily lifted, and is
made of a material that cannot be easily cut. Place the lock around the bike
rack, street pole/parking meter, or parking sign so that it secures the bicycle
frame and a wheel. If possible, also secure the second wheel (see picture
below).
· Remove anything that can be taken (quick-release seat,
light, etc.) and take it with you.
· Choose a well-lit area if you are parking your bike when it
is dark.
· Do not store your bike outside overnight. Take it inside of
your garage or your apartment.
· Take a picture of your bike and make a note of its serial
number, color, make, model, size, and save it where you keep your records for
your valuable possessions. This can be used in your report to the Sheriff’s
Office if your bike is stolen.
This bike is secured properly. The U-lock secures the frame and the rear wheel. The attached cable secures the front wheel.
Bicycle Coalition
of Greater Philadelphia:
https://bicyclecoalition.org/resources/locking-and-theft/
Reolink:
https://reolink.com/best-bike-theft-prevention-tips/
Economical
Insurance:
https://www.economical.com/en/blog/economical-blog/june-2018/8-tips-to-prevent-bicycle-theft
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