Aw Tdr1nka, just read about the Roadra, what a bummer.
I have a few ideas for bike thieves, they involve a soundproofed shipping container fitted with manacles and range of power tools...
Now, earlier on, it was chucking it down, so I opted for a lift out to knitting night. Now, the sun's come out. I have until 5.30 to make the final decision (that would be when I had to leave to ride out).
The annoyance, of course, would be if it was nice riding out, but then came on to chuck it down again when I had to come home. It's a bit of a gamble.
Also, I have got one pannier entirely loaded with knitting books, to show one of my friends some patterns. So it's not a lightweight trip...