2006-09-22 05:45:19 · 21 answers · asked by Londoncyclist 1 in Sports ➔ Cycling
by the sounds of your user name you live in London then ? I presume you have been using the coil locks for easier transporting...well the best type of lock I know is th U or D lock, its solid and virtually fail safe. Otherwise leave your bike at home wherever possible, if you use it for work ask if you can secure it indoors, and don't take it anywhere that you can not secure it indoors if possible.
2006-09-22 05:51:28 · answer #1 · answered by Denise W 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Depends on the type of lock u use and where you leave the bike. A lot of people try to leave there bikes out of sight but this just gives the thieves time as no one will spot them. I use 1 Krptonite lock and always leave my bike in busy places and i have never had any problems. Always get a decent insurance policy for your bike usually around £30 and check the approved lock list they give you as this will let you know the best types. Also the type of lock will make a difference as although cable locks are easier and prferable they are easier to cut through although D locks are extermely difficult to break if they try and pick the lock they can damage it so bad you can no longer unlock it thus defeating the point again.
2006-09-25 08:14:27 · answer #2 · answered by mbenn60 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thieves are smart, if there is a will there is a way to steal something. I never lock my car doors, would rather have them steal my radio than break windows and locks to get in, it would cost more in the long run. Short of bringing your bike in the house at night, there really is not an option, unless there is some type of alarm system to put on a bike, but a theif would learn how to disable it. Know someone with a motorcycle that rolled it into his kitchen every night.
2006-09-22 12:50:32 · answer #3 · answered by vivib 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am the same as you, i've had 2 bikes stolen, and one was at 5.00 a m on Boxing day morning and that had 3 locks and chains attached. The old adages are still the best in this case Out of sight out of mind. In other words keep your bike indoors even if it means taking the wheels off (quick release are good) good luck
2006-09-22 12:53:10 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
if u ride a really ugly bike then they might not want it. lol. if you can't move away from that area, then dont ride near there. i have a $2000 mountain bike and i never lock it up and ive never had a probem. i do live in a fairly small town though. get a heavy duty lock. and make sure you put the lock THROUGH THE FRAME!! not the fork. theives can just take the wheel off and your lock is useless.
2006-09-23 20:18:52 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Firstly use good locks, a D or U lock is best but get a good one
Secondly lock the bike to something a fence, tree or lampost
Thirdly lock it next to a another bike, thieves tend to take the easiest one to steal
Lastly when possible take it inside your house
2006-09-26 21:56:25 · answer #6 · answered by xpatgary 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I always keep my bike in the house at night.
Whilst I work I d-lock inside the building to a walk rail.
I only lock it up outside if theres somewhere safe and in public view where I can fasten it, otherwise I leave it at home.
Had some scumbags break into my hut and steal 3 mtbs last xmas. That made me leave my new bike in the house every night now. :O(
2006-09-22 13:41:02 · answer #7 · answered by Big Neil 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
How are you locking your bike? Are you using a good chain and lock? Many of the locks on the market can be picked using a bic pen.
Get a hardend chain which is not rounded. Use a quality lock (and not the typical Master lock) that uses a key.
2006-09-24 12:38:26 · answer #8 · answered by Eddie 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Man, that sucks.
I have no other advice but I'd consider upping my insurance.
I'm not sure how it works in the UK, but in the states home owners or renter's insurance will usually cover a stolen bike. I imagine it's the same there and you'll always have a new bike.
2006-09-22 13:18:31 · answer #9 · answered by Jeff 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you're going to leave a bike outside, ride a beater. Get a cheap 3-speed and strip everything of value off of it.
If you're going to leave your nice one outside, make sure you pass the chain or cable through the frame and wheels. You might try letting it be known that you have a gun and you know how to use it. A .58 caliber musket aimed in the direction of the would-be thief is enough to make them lose control of their bodily functions.
Just kidding about the gun, but do loop the cable or chain through the frame and wheels.
2006-09-22 17:26:33 · answer #10 · answered by frieburger 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋