Ever wondered what happens to your beloved bike if it's stolen? Bike Index co-founder, Bryan Hance, has been tracking down stolen bikes…and uncovering a lot more about the gray market of fenced bicycles for years—now NPR's "The Indicator from Planet Money" is telling the tale.

When Bryan received a tip about Bay Area bikes mysteriously popping up for sale in Mexico, little did he know he was about to embark on a years-long investigation. What he uncovered was far beyond anything we could have imagined: an intricate, large-scale criminal operation.

NPR's podcast dives deep into this gripping story, featuring an interview with Christopher Solomon, the journalist who chronicled Bryan's detective work for WIRED Magazine. It's a fascinating look into the dark underbelly of bike theft that will leave you both shocked and informed.

We at Bike Index are incredibly grateful for Bryan's tireless efforts and are excited to share this story with our community. It's a powerful reminder of why we do what we do every day.

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