Bike theft (and other crimes) in Barcelona is near epidemic. The city's own tourist website recommends the use of second-hand bikes and using at least two locks. Even then that's not enough at night or in certain parts of town, and anything not locked (saddle/seatpost, etc.) will be lifted. Almost makes you long for the Guardia Civil and their ever-present submachine guns. I certainly wouldn't bring my bike to that city if I had to leave it out of my sight - for any length of time.
Last edited by Deserted; 04-23-08 at 05:11 PM.