Bike Patrol

Bicycle patrols are used to proactively target identified crime "hot spots".

Use of bicycles in policing increases visibility, improves access to some restricted areas, provides the ability to operate with surprise and stealth, as well as being environmentally friendly.

Police cyclists must be physically and mentally fit for the rigorous combination of riding and policing.

The mountain bike is suitable for police operations as it is smaller and tougher than most other styles of bike, has wider wheel rims and tyres and is designed to give maximum comfort over a wide variety of road surfaces.