Theft Prevention
PROPERLY LOCK YOUR BICYCLE
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Always lock your bike. Whenever you leave your
bike unattended, whether it's in a garage, outside your dorm
room, apartment, or even if you're only going to be gone for
"just a second," MAKE SURE YOU LOCK IT UP.
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Use a U-Lock. Cables and chains are no longer
sufficient in providing security for your bicycle because they
can be cut too easily. We recommend using a reliable U-Lock such
as the “Kryptonite” brand.
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Use the U-Lock Correctly. Position your bicycle
so that the frame and the front wheel take up as much of the
space inside the U-Lock as possible. Pass the U-Lock through the
front spokes, through the bike rack, and over the bike frame
before securing the lock into place.
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Only use designated bike racks. Only lock your
bicycle to permanent bike racks located on campus. DO NOT lock
your bikes to trees, handrails, posts or chain link fences. Any
bicycles located in unauthorized locations will be
immobilized.
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Bike Accessories. Secure any extra components or
accessories that can easily be removed. Bike shops have security
devices available for these items.
