Consider security bolts instead of quick release on wheels and the seat post. These special security bolts can be used on other parts to help prevent bike stripping. Locking Technique in London Good bike locks and good locking technique go hand in hand. If using a Sold Secure D-lock there are other Sold Secure gold types — chain locks , the lock keyhole should be facing down.
Making it as hard as possible to access the keyhole. Keep the lock off the ground and try to get the tightest fit possible. Bicycle parts Consider using security bolts on the wheels, saddle and other parts.
Avoid keeping your bike in a wooden shed. Keep it inside your flat, but be wary about balconies if it could be potentially reached by a thief. Weight: 1. Frame mount? No Locking mechanism: 4-digit combination barrel. It also fits smaller waists, down to 26 inches, and bigger waists up to 44 inches. Similar to the Gold, an adjustable hook-and-loop closure allows you to don the lock without unlocking it.
The 3. A nylon sheath keeps the chain from scratching your frame. The integrated Evolution combines the locking mechanism with the chain, forgoing the need for a connecting U-lock and therefore saving weight. The 10mm, six-sided chain links resist cutting, and the disc detainer locking mechanism is designed to resist picks and drills.
The lightweight locks are nearly identical in weight and size—the Bell lock is about 2 inches longer—and both use a three-digit combination. We found that the number wheels on the Hiplok spun more easily than the Bell lock, but that was the only perceptible difference. The locks have identical cores as well, a thin metal band. Both locks withstood cutting attempts from household scissors, and both failed immediately when faced with a decent pair of wire cutters or metal shears.
This minimalist lock operates like a big zip tie, cinching in place with a three-digit combination. Weight: 0. Optional Locking mechanism: 3-digit combination. The 0. Bike lock manufacturers use a few popular mechanisms with varying levels of security.
Lock picking is an acquired skill, and anecdotal evidence indicates that destructive attacks are much more common. Likewise, an expert with the right tools can get through any bike lock pretty quickly—see LockPickingLawyer or Bosnianbill for a master class in advanced bike lock picking. We consulted lock-picking expert, Schuyler Towne, to break down the prominent locking mechanisms in order of most to least secure. Also called disc-tumbler locks, these locking mechanisms use a series of slotted rotating discs separated by washers.
Therefore, opening a disc-detainer lock means aligning each individual disc to a relatively precise position, which usually proves more difficult than picking other lock designs. In a slider lock, inserting a key actuates a series of springless sliders within a plug that correspond to a slot on the outside of the plug. Riding atop the sliders in the slot is a sidebar, which must fall into the slot before the lock can turn. With the key inserted and the sliders in their correct position, the sidebar falls into the slot and the plug turns within the cylinder.
These locks can be high or low security, depending on their construction and number of sliders. This lock has a plug that sits within a cylindrical housing.
The plug and housing contain long pin chambers that allow a series of pins that are spring loaded to move back and forth between the plug and the housing.
While locked, pins sit right in between the plug and the housing, preventing the plug from turning. When the key goes into the plug, it lifts up the spring-loaded pins so that they move completely into the plug or housing, leaving a gap between the two that allows the plug to turn.
These locks are susceptible to skilled pickers who can depress each individual pin, but they can also be raked, which requires less skill. This is generally considered the least-secure design. Like a pin-tumbler lock, these locks are susceptible to individual pin picking and raking, but many can be opened using jiggers or model keys , one of which may be close enough to the authentic key.
Bikes and Gear. If yes how do you know which model you need to buy: they have many of them? Name required. Email will not be published required. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Here are some points on both sides of the argument: Pros Ideal if you want to quickly secure your bike while you run into a shop. Can be part of your overall anti-theft strategy, when used with one other decent lock.
For couples, some companies offer two locks in one package and both locks take the same key. Anyone can lift the back wheel of your bike and roll it away.
Tends to be on the heavy side, especially the locks with a high security rating. Usually fits on your bike, but not always. You have to make sure you get a lock that has space for bigger touring rims and wide tires. Some are designed for city bikes and thin tires only. If you lose the key, this lock is a bit unusual and may not be as easy as a standard lock to break. What Do You Think? Amaya 27th September at pm. I give the wheel lock a two thumbs up.
Reply ». Mark Creighton 2nd October at pm. Margaret Gibbs 4th October at am. Nation 4th October at am. Very hard to find in the UK.
Thomas Arbs 4th October at am. Eric Hendrickson 4th October at pm. Pilar 4th October at pm. Any help welcome! Friedel 4th October at pm. Annie 30th October at am. Andrew Priest 5th October at am. Hi Not specifically about locks for touring but Ride On posted a test of various bike locks this past week. Andrew Reply ». MiddleAgeCyclist 5th October at pm. We recommend an ultimate security lock to an immovable object.
A ground anchor like the Stronghold can work great as an immovable object. Be careful about sharing your riding schedule and bike on public social networks. Thieves may use social riding apps to watch where a rider with an expensive bike, starts and ends their rides to pinpoint the location of where the bike is stored.
If possible, start and end your rides from varying locations. Carrying a cable can be helpful, to attach your bike to an immovable object, or another road bike, to prevent grab and dash theft, but is only a deterrent.
Locking your bike at home is crucial, especially with high value road bikes. Proper Lock-Up Bicycle. The level of security you need depends on where you are leaving your bike, and for how long. The less room inside of the u-lock or chain, the more difficult it will be for thieves to use their tools.
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