RoubaixCube
~Tribanese~
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- London, UK
If you have a second cheap cable lock it probably isn't twice the effort to steal it. It takes 0,5-3 seconds to cut it with bolt cutters. The best lock on the bike determines the thiefs decision as you said. Cheap cable lock is there only to secure the front wheel or the seat, so they don't get stolen by all the other thiefs who do not carry around bolt cutters.
The cable lock was just a suggestion. You and substitute it with a Kryptonite Forgetaboutit lock if you wish. Either way having 2 different locks does go towards potentially deterring all but the most determined thieves. Most 'how to lock up your bicycle' guides i have come across recommended having two locks or two different type of locks but that again is just a suggestion.
Also if you have one good lock and a cable lock on your bike. What would be the point of cutting the cable lock to steal a wheel or a seat that you'll only sell for £20? Its not really worth it unless you can take the entire bike or get a complete wheelset
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