Protect your bicycle from theft: Here's a method.
Keep Your Ride Safe: The Power of Bike Coding
Bicycles, popular for short commutes, can be a bummer when they get swiped by thieves. But there's a simple solution: bike coding! According to the police in Anklam, bike coding is a game-changer for bike security.
Bike coding essentially labels your bike with a unique, visible marking that can deter potential thieves. The code makes it difficult for thieves to sell the bike on the black market, since removing the marking can be tricky. Plus, if your bike is found, you can quickly be reunited with it thanks to the code.
Interested in getting your bike coded? Head to the Greifswald market square on June 26 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. No registration is required, but be sure to bring a valid ID, proof of ownership, and the key for e-bikes.
Want to boost your bike's security even more? Here are some tips from the police:
- Use sturdy locks, especially for high-value bikes like e-bikes.
- Choose secure locations for parking—well-lit, busy areas are best. Avoid dark corners.
- Secure your bike with the frame, front, and rear wheel. Lock down any valuable accessories, too.
- If possible, park near a fixed object and make sure it's securely anchored.
- Don't forget to keep your bike visible—"Publicity protects against theft!"
If you're in the region, check out these upcoming police events for more bike coding opportunities in June and July:
- June 26, Greifswald market square
- July 9, Am Hafen, Usedom
- July 10, Greifswald market square
- July 15, Police Station Heringsdorf
- July 16, Police Station Karlshagen
- July 24, Greifswald market square
- July 24, Police Station Heringsdorf
- July 29, Police Station Karlshagen
- July 29, Zweiradcenter Kalinowski Pasewalk
- July 30, EGN-Baumarkt Ueckermünde
And, here are some appointments in August and September:
- August 5, Police Station Torgelow
- August 7, Greifswald market square and Am Hafen, Usedom
- August 12, Police Station Eggesin
- August 21, Greifswald market square
- August 21, EGN-Baumarkt Wolgast
- September 4, Greifswald market square and EGN-Baumarkt Wolgast
Pro tip: Mechanical security systems like Pitlock can provide an extra layer of protection by securing all crucial bike components with a single coded key.
Stay safe and enjoy your rides! 🚴♂️🚲
- In the realm of general-news, the police in Anklam have emphasized the transformative impact of bike coding for crime-and-justice, providing a viable means to deter bike theft and increase security.
- Stepping away from bikes, a contrasting focus lies in sports—as June unfolds, sports enthusiasts might find themselves engrossed in events beyond bike coding, with opportunities for soccer, basketball, and other games springing up across the region.
