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Originally Posted by Mortal1
define expensive...1k+ is a low end good bike. the more expensive the more protection you'll need. if your wheels/saddle are on quick release they will be taken first. takes a decent thief about 15 seconds to steal a bike no matter how well it's protected.
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Roger that Mortal.
We always suggest bicycles as an investment.
Unlike a car which averages out over 65 cents per mile and depreciates, has high upkeep, tags. insurance.....(we know we have several in our fleets!) the practical bicycle let's say $700,costs $350 the second time you ride it, $233 per ride the third time blah blah blah.
we offer great used bikes for far less, and note EVERYONE on a bike is riding a USED bike - by no means is USED a 4 letter word, especially with all the giver-uppers from the Pandemic.
My wife married a used man and he's still doing well.
In my car i carry a portable, not-too-noisy Dewalt cordless cutter that can go right through our $120 lock in a few seconds.I mean hot knife and butter.
So yes, locks are for honest people, and we recommend parking next to a better bike with a worse lock.
Larry and Linda
bike123.com