Richard Clark wrote:
I'd like to set up a "bait-bike"
Cell phone left on, under the seat.
When missing, call the cops and give them the phone number to track.

In my area, keeping a bicycle has always been difficult. Reporting a
bicycle theft to the police provoked a response from them, similar to,
"We probably won't find it."

Of course, stolen autos/motorcycles provoke a similar response. One is
left with the opinion they have much better things to do ... like
enforcing the laws which actually generate revenue for the
city/county/state ...

The chain and lock I now carry in a bag on my bike weighs more than the
bike itself ... some in my bike group first laughed. Now those who
laughed, who still have a bike, carry something similar.

Heck, maybe I am fighting an uphill battle--perhaps "they" are
right--and the wife and I don't need a bike. :-(

Anyway, I digress, I like your idea--but, what about a 1/2 pound of C4
under the seat, instead? evil grin

Regards,
JS