Please lock up your bikes

Nanaimo

2024-02-14 10:55 PST

File # 2024

With the days getting longer and spring just around the corner, more and more of us are bringing out our bikes to hit the trails and roadways. Unfortunately, thieves are also getting ready as bike thefts are increasing by the week. Here are a few points for you to consider around bike safety:

Bike safety tips

• Always lock your bike and don’t cheap out on a $5 lock. Cheap locks are easily defeated and offer little to no protection. Do some research or better yet, drop into a local bike store and seek out advice on what you need and what you can afford.
• Never lock only the wheel. The frame is the most important part of the bike and should always be secured to an immovable object.
• Don’t leave your bike out over night. You may think because it’s locked it's ok. Well, it’s not. This will give thieves all night to figure out how to steal it.
• Don’t leave your bike unattended in isolated areas. Even if you have purchased a decent lock and are using it, if thieves have the time they will eventually defeat any lock. The old adage strength in numbers applies; so, try to lock it your bike in visible areas where there is lots of foot traffic.
• Remove any valuables if you are able to such as lights and other accessories.
• For e-bikes, remove your battery as it is without doubt the most important part of your bike.
• Register your bike at www.project529.com It’s free, it works and will give you a fighting chance to get your bike back if it stolen.

If you have information on individuals who may be involved in the theft of bikes, please call our non-emergency line at 250-754-2345.

Released by:

Email: gary.obrien@rcmp-grc.gc.ca
Website: nanaimo.rcmp-grc.gc.ca

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