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Biking
Bicycling at Simmons
Simmons is located in a perfect area for bike riding. Students may store bikes at the outdoor Residence Campus Bike Park, designated areas in the residence halls, or in their rooms. Simmons bike racks are located near the Science Building, near Bartol Hall, and near the Palace Road Garage. Bikes may not be left in hallways, lounges, or other public places because they create a fire hazard. Bikes may not be locked to handrails or fences on the residence campus. Heavy-duty locks are recommended for securing all bikes. If your bike is found anywhere other than the designated area it is subject to ticketing and or removal.
Protect Your Bike Against Theft
It can take just seconds for a thief to steal YOUR bike. Protect yourself with these DOs and DON'Ts from Simmons Public Safety.
DOs
- DO keep your bike locked at all times.
- DO lock your bike to a secure object, such as a bike rack, located in a well lit, high traffic area.
- DO use a heavy-duty U-Lock. Lock your bike as close to the rack as possible to prevent thieves from inserting a crowbar. Position your lock with the key mechanism toward the ground.
- DO lock up components, such as quick release wheels, and take small accessories with you.
DON'Ts
- DON'T lock your bike to small trees, chain link fences, or other private property. Your bike could be removed without notice.
- DON'T lock your bike to prohibited objects or block pedestrian traffic. Think before you lock.
- DON'T only lock your bike through the frame and front wheel without also locking it to a secure object.
- DON'T lock your bike in the same area every day. Thieves notice patterns.
Bike Registration
To help keep your investment safe register your bike through the National Bike Registry. Since 1984, the National Bike Registry (NBR®) has been working with law enforcement to return stolen bikes to their rightful owners. A bike registered with NBR can be identified by police and returned to you instead of being sold at an auction.
