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bicycle theft

Are AirTags really worth it for cyclists? April 20256

Are AirTags really worth it for cyclists? The pros and cons of using Apple’s mini security device or other trackers to locate your bike

We take a look at whether Apple's Airtag is a practical and cost-effective solution for cyclists looking to track their bike

Wed, Apr 30, 2025 12:00

Your bike’s been stolen – now what? April 2025

Your bike’s been stolen – now what? Here’s what to do next (and fast)

Acting quickly can improve your chances of getting your stolen bike back, or at least getting a prompt insurance payout. Here’s your step-by-step guide to what to do after a bike theft

Tue, Apr 29, 2025 11:00

Warning that bike theft has been “decriminalised” as stats show 89% of reported cases unsolved

Liberal Democrat analysis of Home Office figures found that more than 365,000 reported bike thefts have gone unsolved since 2019

Tue, Jan 02, 2024 11:22

“Consider taking different routes home”: Police warning to cyclists that thieves following riders to steal bikes later

Police advised cyclists to "check to see if you are being followed" and change routes regularly

Thu, Oct 26, 2023 11:50

Danny MacAskill Red Bull Athlete Machine (picture credit Red Bull)

Mountain bike icon Danny MacAskill gets £8,500 stolen bike returned… after two years

A man admitted the theft of a mountain bike, watches, cash... and a beard trimmer, at a trial for breaking into the trial star's flat

Fri, Apr 14, 2023 14:53

Apple AirTags – Can you use them to track your bike?

Apple AirTags allow you to track anything using the FindMy app on your iPhone, and if you've lost something then other Apple users can help you find it. We put their tracking ability to the test

Wed, Feb 02, 2022 17:04

Winners announced for Alterlock anti-theft GPS units worth £114.99. each

Winners named in the Alterlock anti-theft GPS unit competition. Are you feeling lucky? Check below to see if you have won!

Mon, Apr 12, 2021 11:00

Police Scotland launch anti-bike theft campaign

'No matter what you paid for it, the feeling you get when your bike is stolen is the same'

Sat, Mar 27, 2021 13:39

Cycle theft increasingly linked to organised crime, say police

New cycle taskforce will be part of a serious organised crime division, as moped gangs try to evade police on pedal cycles

Wed, Mar 27, 2019 13:00

Man jailed after admitting 30-plus bike thefts in Sussex

John James Smith used bolt-cutters to steal bikes from railway stations and colleges

Mon, Dec 17, 2018 17:02