The Facebook group STOLEN Bikes Ottawa isn't just a place for cyclists to reclaim their stolen rides — it also provides solidarity for cyclists who have lost a beloved possession, according to one of the page's administrators. One of deVries's bikes was stolen once, ironically while he was at a bike security meeting. "Some people really like to tell the story, more than just 'I lost my [bike] and it got stolen in this location.'" According to deVries, an average of two to three bikes are returned to their owners through the group per month. How to keep a bike secureOne of the most common targets for bike thieves are bikes with cable locks, according to deVries.

Source: CBC News October 01, 2018 15:00 UTC