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Register Your Bicycle Program

Protect Your Bicycle from Theft

  1. Always secure your bicycle frame to a bicycle rack or stationary object with an alloy- hardened U - shaped lock (even if you're only going to be gone just a minute). Most locking cables and chains, regardless of a hardened case, can be cut with bolt cutters.

  2. Immediately report suspicious person(s) / activity in vicinity of bicycle racks.

  3. Register your bicycle with University Police in person at the University Police station. Registration serves as a deterrent to theft and aids in the recovery of stolen bicycles. At University Police, community members may also register their bicycles with the Longwood Police Department.

  4. When you lock and leave your bicycle, try to choose a public place where passers-by will notice a thief.

  5. When possible, release the front wheel and secure together with the back tire. Remember to also secure removable seats.

  6. Keep records including serial number, description of bicycle and bill of sale. If your bicycle is stolen, immediately notify University Police.

  7. There is no charge for this service.

Put your bicycle in storage when not in use. Bicycles are prohibited from being stored in corridors, hallways, stairwells, lounges or any thoroughfare.