I’m usually the suspect when it comes to stealing the bikes in these parts. I’ve been stopped and interrogated on the ride you see pictured here more times than I can remember.
To my dismay my bike was stolen yesterday… and this is no false alarm. I had a scare last month but that was just because I forgot where I parked it. This time it’s for real and if I catch the person who is pimping my bike there will be hell to pay.
Without my bike it’s going to be extremely difficult to pick up on Japanese chics :)
Whoever and wherever you are… Mr. bike thief… I will find you.
Everyone is a suspect.
Billy - that’s a girls bike - they did you a favour!!!!! Its also orange and has mudguards!
Still, if you like it, hope you get it back ;-)
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Are you cracking on my bike? I didn’t think so.
That’s a man’s bike, the mudguards make it look mean and the color is hot.
That sucks! I hope you find it.
If you get a new bike, don’t get anything too nice.
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I’m thinking about getting a fixed gear… actually, I’ve already made up my mind.
That was my least favorite part about living in Japan - the constant fear that my bike was going to be stolen! I always held my breath when I parked it and when I returned from work to see if it was still there. I had one stolen, and my boyfriend lost two. Everyone I knew lost a bike at some point. I’ve heard some crazy rumors as to where they go … what about you guys?
When I rented a bike in Kyoto they had little locks that immobilized the back tire. Maybe something to consider?
Nevermind…clicking on http://www.tune-in-tokyo.com/2009/05/tokyo-police-routine-stops I answered my own question
Bikes and umbrellas.
Losing an umbrella can be just as shi**y as losing a bike if it’s the rainy season.
Sorry about your loss, yo.
]Do bikes get stolen from parking lots as well, or does thisonly happen on the streets?
IT wasnt me. I didnt do it.
The best thing that could have happened to you buddy! Time to scoop a fixie.