Tag Archives: Bicycle Theft

Knowledge, Technology And Social Networking Converge To Recover A Stolen Bicycle

TweetBicycles, as lightweight objects which can’t be permanently affixed to anything, are an easy target for thieves. Even when they are locked, a determined thief will manage to break them free. It’s a combination of determination on the part of … Continue reading

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A Cyclist Who Should Give Thanks On Days Other Than Thanksgiving Day

Tweet49There are some really strange stories on the Internet about cyclists’ experiences. And given that they are posted on the Internet, one has to wonder about their veracity. It isn’t always easy to know who wrote the story, although sometimes … Continue reading

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A Cyclist Who Should Give Thanks On Days Other Than Thanksgiving Day

TweetThere are some really strange stories on the Internet about cyclists’ experiences. And given that they are posted on the Internet, one has to wonder about their veracity. It isn’t always easy to know who wrote the story, although sometimes … Continue reading

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Can We Stop The Rise In Bicycle Theft?

TweetNow that spring has arrived and the daily temperatures are starting to rise, more people are taking their bikes out for a ride. With warm weather comes excursions and increased use of bicycles for transportation. Despite the positive side of … Continue reading

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Bike Theft Is Newsworthy When The Bike Has Been Built By The Rider

TweetBicycle thefts are not uncommon. In fact, bikes are stolen all the time from a variety of locations. For this reason, a myriad of locks and security devices have been designed to keep bikes in the hands of their owners. … Continue reading

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Bait Bike Programs

Tweet  Whenever spring rolls around in New England, the number of people reporting the theft of their bikes rises. This may be due to increased ridership. Mild weather encourages the use of bicycles and also appears to attract thieves who … Continue reading

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Have You Seen This Man? MBTA Needs Your Help Catching A Bicycle Thief.

TweetGreg Hum plays drums on his bike, organizes the annual Midnight Marathon Bike Ride, and rides bikes after eating too much. He shares stories and more on his personal blog, The Humble Cyclist. Tweet at him, bro: @thehum.  ____________________________________________________________________ #MBTA Davis Sq man steals … Continue reading

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