Security
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lenfield
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Forget about cable-locks, they can be cut with a pair of wire-cutters. Get a D-lock that's at least silver rated, they provide the best balance between security and price. Gold rated locks only stand attack for 2 minutes longer but usually cost a lot more.
https://www.evanscycles.com/brand/lifeline/d-lock---sold-secure-silver-930033
https://www.evanscycles.com/brand/lifeline/d-lock---sold-secure-silver-930033
ebikeerwidnes
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I presume the question is about bike locks
I reckon you need to look at where the bike is stored and where it gets left
then look at insurance and make sure that you comply with what they specify
It will probably be some sort old "Sold Secure" rating - mine needs Gold for the insurance if it is left outside the house
personally I use a gold rated D-lock if I leave it outside
and add one or two cable locks that a decent and well-equipped thief could get round in a few seconds
but it does add extra "pain the neck" value with would put off most morons just looking for a quick buck
As far as storage goes - House Insurance often cover them - I always contact them before I take it out and check the conditions
even if I am just renewing!
I reckon you need to look at where the bike is stored and where it gets left
then look at insurance and make sure that you comply with what they specify
It will probably be some sort old "Sold Secure" rating - mine needs Gold for the insurance if it is left outside the house
personally I use a gold rated D-lock if I leave it outside
and add one or two cable locks that a decent and well-equipped thief could get round in a few seconds
but it does add extra "pain the neck" value with would put off most morons just looking for a quick buck
As far as storage goes - House Insurance often cover them - I always contact them before I take it out and check the conditions
even if I am just renewing!
All uphill
Still rolling along
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- Somerset
Good answers above.
What bike you have, where you leave it, and for how long and how often, are all important factors.
A crappy looking unfashionable bike is less likely to be stolen than a flashy new one
A bike left in a highly visible spot, among other bikes, is less likely to be stolen.
A bike locked securely for two minutes is less likely to disappear than one left for two hours.
Leaving your commuter bike in the same place everyday is asking for trouble.
I have occasionally wondered if taking the chain off the chain ring, and letting it dangle, would improve security.
What bike you have, where you leave it, and for how long and how often, are all important factors.
A crappy looking unfashionable bike is less likely to be stolen than a flashy new one
A bike left in a highly visible spot, among other bikes, is less likely to be stolen.
A bike locked securely for two minutes is less likely to disappear than one left for two hours.
Leaving your commuter bike in the same place everyday is asking for trouble.
I have occasionally wondered if taking the chain off the chain ring, and letting it dangle, would improve security.
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