<p>Bike theft has long been a concern of cyclists in Victoria, but new data shows there are fewer reasons to worry: 2024 saw the fewest reported stolen bikes in over a decade. On this episode, we look into why the number is dropping - and if cyclists feel more comfortable leaving their bikes downtown now. Plus: how to choose a good bike lock.</p>

Bike theft has long been a concern of cyclists in Victoria, but new data shows there are fewer reasons to worry: 2024 saw the fewest reported stolen bikes in over a decade. On this episode, we look into why the number is dropping - and if cyclists feel more comfortable leaving their bikes downtown now. Plus: how to choose a good bike lock.

Bike theft is down in Victoria: here’s why

<p>This is Vancouver Island is&nbsp;by islanders, for islanders. Each week we catch you up on a&nbsp;local news story, or&nbsp;celebrate&nbsp;an element of life in our region.&nbsp;From ferries to bus strikes, public safety to outdoor swimming, we've got you covered.&nbsp;Hosted by Kathryn Marlow, with new episodes dropping every Thursday.&nbsp;</p>

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This is Vancouver Island is by islanders, for islanders. Each week we catch you up on a local news story, or celebrate an element of life in our region. From ferries to bus strikes, public safety to outdoor swimming, we've got you covered. Hosted by Kathryn Marlow, with new episodes dropping every Thursday. 

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