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Ride Fully Protected
Deter theft. Detect faster. And if the worst happens, replace your ride. Plus, service, support and security discounts.
Your Protect membership plan
Your back-up plan to beat the thieves.
$9.99 /mo
or discounted to $100.00 annually
$3,000 bike recovery warranty
529 Shield
529 Detective
Marketplace for verified sales
Verified badge
Concierge support
20% off a premium lock
Built worldwide with riders, shops, universities, and hundreds of law-enforcement partners. Since 2013.
Why choose 529 Protect?
529 Protect is the membership program for cyclists who want more than just basic bicycle registration — they want confidence, security, and community. Members unlock powerful tools to deter theft and mobilize recovery. If locating your stolen bicycle isn't possible, you can qualify for a replacement bicycle. This isn't just about personal peace of mind because by joining, you're helping empower bicycle ownership, enable law enforcement, and strengthen a global movement to fight bicycle theft - it's about the community being built around the strength of our services.
$3,000 bike recovery warranty
The 529 Promise. We back our service, so if we can't find your bike, we'll replace it up to the value of $3,000 to keep you cycling.
529 Shield
Show thieves you're protected with a unique identifier, enable police and the community to get stolen bikes back to their owner.
529 Detective
Our Detective continuously scans online marketplaces monitoring for your stolen bike.
Marketplace for verified sales
Buy and sell bikes with confidence through our secure, verified platform.
Verified badge
Shows the community you're verified. You'll be a trusted seller, increasing the bike value and speeding up your sale alongside being a verified bike owner if you report a bike missing.
Concierge support
Get priority help from our expert support team via phone or email 9 am - 6 pm (CT) Monday - Friday, or 24/7 support from our AI chat.
20% off a premium lock
Prevent theft with top-rated locks from our security partner Abus
How it works
1
Deter
Apply your 529 shield to deter thieves and make it easier to recover.
2
Detect
If stolen, bike detective gets to work to scan marketplaces for your bike, whilst the 529 shield makes it easier to recover if found.
3
Replace
If your bike isn’t recovered after the recovery period, submit your claim for a bike replacement up to the value of $3,000.
"My mission has always been to prevent bike theft. And if your bike gets stolen, 529 Protect provides the system to aid in recovery and replacement to keep you cycling."
Rob Brunt
The 529 Bike Detective
Compare 529 Protect
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| Bike registration | |||
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| Search stolen bikes | |||
| Post found bikes | |||
| Bike recovery warranty | up to $3000 | ||
| 529 Shield | $12 separate purchase | $12 separate purchase | |
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| Marketplace for verified sales | |||
| Verified badge | |||
| Concierge support | |||
| Discount on a premium lock | 20% |
FAQs
Find answers to your questions about 529 Protect and how it works.
Is the 529 Protect Warranty insurance?
No, but our obligations are insured by U.S. Specialty Insurance Company. Terms and conditions apply. T&C’s can be viewed here.
Where is 529 Protect available?
529 Protect is available in the United States only: States currently available: Texas.
Are e-bikes eligible?
Yes, provided the e-bike complies with U.S. federal and applicable state legislation (for example, Class 1/2/3 definitions, power and speed limits). Bikes that require registration/licensing as mopeds or motor vehicles under state law may not be eligible.
Which bikes qualify?
Most standard bicycles and eligible e-bikes registered in 529 Garage with complete details (serial number, photos, proof of ownership) will qualify.
What does the bike warranty benefit include?
The 529 Protect bike recovery warranty replaces your stolen bike up to the value of $3,000 per 529 Protect membership if it is not found after an eligible theft claim.
Can I register a second hand bike?
Yes of course, as long as you register the bike on 529 Protect within 90 days of purchase.
What documentation is required for a claim?
A complete 529 registration (eg; serial, photos), proof of ownership, up to date membership fees and a police report filed within 10 days of theft. Specifically we require a photo of the bike, with a shield attached, which could be validated either through the photo being taken with the app, the photo having a current timestamp in metadata, or visual proof in the photo of the current date. Additional documentation and incident/lock requirements may apply.
Does 529 Protect include your detection and recovery tools?
Yes. Protect includes advanced detection and recovery tools (community alerts, marketplace monitoring, safer marketplace features, and a verified badge).
What if a thief removes the 529 shield?
We get it. You have zero control over what a thief does with a stolen bike. That's why we require you to upload an image of the 529 shield on your registered bike. A thief's attempt to remove the shield does not remove the bike registration. You will always have your bike's digital footprint - the thieves can't take that away. Haven't received a 529 shield within 14 of days of activating your subscription? Get in touch with us (the boring bit - it's your obligation to contact us and let us know).
Do partner discounts come with Protect?
Yes. Member-only discounts (for example, on premium locks and GPS trackers) are included. Offers, partners, and percentages may change.
