See the Ann Arbor News or the Michigan Daily . Used bikes are sometimes sold at garage sales, which are advertised in the newspaper. You may also buy a used bike at a police auction. Call the Properties, Lost and Found Department at 994-2874 for the time and place of the next auction. Unfortunately, many bikes are stolen in Ann Arbor, so buy a good quality bike lock.
Locks are available at all bike shops and at the department stores listed.
You can ask the salesperson's advice as to which is the best quality lock. If you lose your bike lock's key or if the lock gets stuck, you will have to call a bicycle shop and pay them to have the lock cut off. You will need proof that the bike belongs to you in the form of a receipt or registration. If your bike is stolen, it is easier for the police to return it to you if it is registered with the City of Ann Arbor. Also, remember to provide your bike's serial number , which is engraved on the frame of the bike.