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Bike Lock security? |
I bought a flexible bike lock and I live in New York City but someone said that they are easily cut with wire cutters - is this true? Should I invest in a metal bar lock instead? We love our bikes.We spend time and money to enjoy them.That's why it's wise to invest in the best bike security we can afford. The best bikelock we can get even if it means lugging aroung 2 kilograms of hardened steel. However,bikelocks,no matter how strong,in some extent are breakable or can be picked or opened by skilled thieves. And yes, flexible cable locks can be cut with those big wire cutters. U-bar bike locks can be sawed. Combination locks can be deciphered. Keyed locks can be picked open. That's why bike lock makers are doing all they can to increase the security and reliability of bike locks. So buy the lock which offers the latest in terms of hardening technology, pick-proof key system or strongest gauge cable. Some brands are very confident with their bike locks that they can afford to insure your bike. Some of the things to consider: Cable locks can secure your frame and wheel at the same time. U-locks can only secure one wheel or frame only. Combination locks have no keys to get lost but their code can be cracked. Check this page about choosing bike locks: http://www.bicyclesource.com/bike/theft/... absolutely...get a kryptonite lock Get a new U lock, those are hard to break open. Or a heavy motorcycle type chain lock. Check out what bicycle messengers use and get one like that. However, any lock can be opened if you give a thief enough time, best to keep your bicycle out in the open locked up for only short durations, and the rest of the time safe inside. Cable ones can be cut through in a couple of minutes, the chain and bar kind are a lot better.... best yet is just to be able to bring your bike indoors so nobody has access to it. Hutch's Bike shop dude, and experience. Lock it with your eyes. A lock is good for a minute or two max. A good bike locked on the street is junkie bait. Two minutes max. |
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