Avoid bike theft by properly locking your bike (through both the wheel and frame) with at least one sturdy lock.
For daily use, consider using a lower-value bike. New, high-end bikes are much more likely to be stolen than a cheap, used bike.
Consider registering your bike through UCPD (https://www.police.ucsb.edu/cso/bicycle-registration). This may aid recovery in the event of theft.
Call UCPD’s non-emergency line, which is (805)-893-3446. Unfortunately, stolen bike recovery is relatively uncommon.
Bikes can be parked at any of the over 15,000 on-campus bike racks.
For more secure storage, eligible students may apply for a spot in one of the on-campus bike lockers. Email tps-tapprogram@ucsb.edu for more information.
Our recommended places to shop are Facebook Marketplace, Craigslist, and other sites with community listings of used bikes. Used bikes are much less expensive, and much less likely to get stolen.
CSO under UCPD occasionally hosts used bike sales, typically in the first few weeks of each quarter. All bikes are sold on a first-come, first-serve basis. Bikes are sold as-is and may need maintenance. Check their instagram (@ucsbcso) for announcements.
The A.S. Bike Shop occasionally sells refurbished bicycles donated by students. Check their instagram (@as.bikeshop) for announcements.
If you’re looking for a brand new bike, there are two bicycle stores in Isla Vista: Isla Vista Bicycle Boutique, and Varsity Bike Shop. While they mainly sell brand new bikes, they may have limited quantities of used bikes as well.