New Feature Alert! Check if a bike is reported stolen

We just launched a new feature. Sellers can add a serial number for their bike or bike frame listing and BikeList will automatically search the Garage 529 Bike Registry. 

It's pretty simple to use. Just create or edit a listing, find the "serial number" box on the form, input your serial number and save the listing. You'll get an email in less than a minute with the response. Below is an example of the notification mail sent to the sender, which includes a link to any bike reports found.

What is Garage 529?

Garage 529 is one of the largest Bike Registries in North America, with over 1 Million registered bikes. Users can get an (optional) ID shield for their frame which makes it super-easy for anyone to check if the bike is reported stolen and to get in contact with he owner. Garage 529 works with law enforcement and the community to help improve the odds of bikes reuniting with their owners. 

Why is this important?

Stolen bikes can wind up on marketplaces like eBay, craigslist, and even BikeList for sale. With organizations like Garage 529 dedicated to reducing theft, it just makes sense to work together on this problem. Honestly, we're surprised the other marketplaces are not. We see this collaboration as just the beginning with more significant integrations to come.