[Bay Kid]

Such a shame that people can't be trusted anymore. No fear of being caught.

[sowilts]

Have an older Bianchi with Campagnolo, leather saddle. Can’t replace it, I stay with it. If someone wants it they have to take me with them. ������

[airstreamingypsy]

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.

"Decent thief" is an oxymoron.

[toeser]

Originally Posted by DAVES

I use a cable. My cable is the type where it is coiled. Easy to store yet long enough to secure the frame and the wheels. A chain unless it is a hardened chain is not more resistant to a bolt cutter than is a cable. The typical locks, including mine, can be opened quickly with a hammer. Many bikes, including mine the wheels and the seat have those quick release latches. They can be replaced with normal bolts so that a thief will need tools to steal them. Terms of bikes and price, I own three bikes, I actually cut back. I sold off 6-7 when we moved. The bike I ride mostly, is a middle quality bike, well USED, will not be a prime target for thieves.

Suggestion, be sure to carry tools and a spare tube. With all the construction around here, I've had more flats than I can recall, pre-villages.

After three flats in a couple of months, I thought "screw this." I went to a bike shop and said I want my tires replaced with the best you have and I want flat-resistant liners, but not the metal types that can actually cause a flat.

He put on Continental tires and used a fabric liner (I suppose like Kevlar). Long story short, I have ridden those tires 11,000 miles without a single flat. In the past, most of my tires were shot in 4-7,000 miles. I figure these have at least 1,000 miles left in them.

[jrref]

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.

Right, no matter what you do it will get stolen at some point if it's an expensive or desirable bike. The only way i would lock it up is while getting a coffee at Dunkin Donuts while it is in plain sight.

Never think you can lock it up and go into BlueFin for dinner, for example, and it will still be there when you return.

[Geodyssey]

Originally Posted by Bay Kid

Such a shame that people can't be trusted anymore. No fear of being caught.

This is America.

[Toymeister]

I'llConsider a frame lock. Also known as ring lock or hub lock. These are the standard lock of Holland (The Netherlands). As the name suggests it is permanently attached to the frame, it secured like a ring through the spokes preventing ride aways, a chain (or cable) that snaps into the lock is optional.

Here is how it works in practice, normal bike rack, no change. Night at the square?: Park In front of a cart on the inner square and use the frame lock without the chain. Ebikes are too heavy to carry away and it can't roll.

They are heavy but on an ebike that doesn't matter. Available on Amazon but might be cheaper on Bikeinn | Online store for bicycles and cycling equipment.

Axa Unisex - Adult Defender with RL 100 Bicycle Lock - Black, One Size https://a.co/d/j3vPG6a

[Larryandlinda]

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.

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

[golfnut]

in your garage

[Love2Swim]

Originally Posted by mkjelenbaas

Didn’t you think of that before the purchase? Time to make a decision by yourself and GO FOR IT!!

Nice, not.

[JGibson]

If the thief has an iPhone he will get a notification on his phone that an Airtag is following him.

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by mikempp

Put a long chain on the bike so as the thief is fleeing he falls over the handle bars. Give us all a good laugh. Lots of videos how on YouTube.

In today's world, it sounds like a potential injury lawsuit against the bike owner.

[Bruce1701]

Originally Posted by tophcfa

The very expensive battery packs on the e bikes will be a favorite target for thieves.

All the e-bikes I know of have unique battery designs to fit specific e-bikes. They are not standard. I think this would limit the resale market

[ohioshooter]

To my knowledge all Ebike batteries are locked. I’ve owned 3 different brands and they all locked.

[Daxdog]

Check out the “Lockpickinglawer” on YouTube!