I'm planning a move to Portland within the next year, so I have been reading about bike theft and how to prevent it. I read just yesterday how some people even have their bikes stolen out of their apartments and garages, (including Mimi)! I got up this morning, took some paint to the garage and realized that I had left the garage door up and the light on, my bikes, lawnmower, weedeater, etc. in full view of the street. There ARE some perks to living in a community where everyone knows everyone and really, it would be quite unusual for someone to take something out of my garage. A few months ago, I was in the store and realized that I had left my wallet, in my basket on my bike in full view of everyone. It was 15 minutes later and yup, my wallet was still there. Not only was my wallet there but I don't even own a chain or lock for my bike. I simply don't need it here. I think it will be quite a learning curve for me in Portland, but I am looking forward to the move.