49 Ways to Thwart Thieves

Judging from all of these anti-theft innovations, you'd think the only people on this planet were those with sticky fingers. But while you and I might be honest individuals who would never dream of stealing someone else's phone, bike, car or (gasp!) sandwich, knowing what your options are when it comes to protecting your goods is not paranoid -- it's essential.

A good bike doesn't come cheap (perhaps this is what the thieves tell themselves as well), so you might as well protect it with a wireless bike lock or a tire clamp. And, while you're at it, why not slip on a thief-proof coat and add a bum-recognition seat to your car? Make sure you check out all the anti-theft innovations on this list; they're definitely necessities if you possess things you just don't want others to take.