Last weekend, a friend’s well-loved Brompton was stolen in New York City. Recovery seems virtually impossible, but, just in case anyone suspects Maggie — a black M3L Brompton with an unusual polished stainless chain guard — has been spotted, or in case this particular B ends up in honest hands, here are the particulars:
- Black 2012 Brompton M3L, serial no. 1209219098, frame no. 380949
- Brooks B17 Ladies’ Saddle
- Ergon handlebar grips
- Light & Motion front light
- Planet Bike Blinky rear light
- Brompton toolkit
- Monkii water bottle clip
- Tiller polished stainless chain guard, not the usual black Brompton guard
- Ortlieb Mini O bag (blue/black)
- Carradice zipped roll bag (green canvas)
A police report has been filed; the theft has been registered with Brompton Bicycle, BikeWatch has been notified, and the information posted to BromptonTalk.
This is a heart-breaking loss of a good friend and fond companion; the sad specifics can be read here:
Loss, remorse and (expensive) redemption
10 replies on “Stolen in NYC: Black M3L Brompton”
Thanks for spreading the word, Brommie. YOU are a good friend and fond companion!
Aw, Cathy. I’m so sorry that this happened.
This is truly very sad, and an unfortunate commentary on life as we know it.
It is terrible, isn’t it, Saul? And really awful to be reminded that not everyone is overly-endowed with good will towards fellow humans.
Plaudits to Mr Unfolded for support, encouragement & steerage towards a new Maggie. Chin up Cathy.
That was a wonderful response on Mr. Unfolded’s part, wasn’t it? Having support in the midst of trauma makes such a difference . . .
Thanks, Saul and Ian! Maggie will always have a special place in my heart – and, hopefully, enough of an impact on my brain to ensure I never let this happen again.
I do hope you your Brompton makes it’s way back to you Cathy.
Thanks, Scott, for your kind words for Cathy. I know they’re appreciated!
They are indeed, Scott. Thanks so much!