12-08-2008, 11:41 PM
One of my projects:
http://stolen.bikechicago.info
The lock Matt posted is great, but I think you'll also be fine with a level down (the orange-barreled "evolution" series).
Or a level down from that, the gray-barreled Kryptolocks, with a second U-lock of any quality.
I've been in the two U-lock camp for years. I typically end up with a mediocre older one and a Krytpolock with me, because the orange one is too damn heavy. The better lock goes through frame, front wheel, and rack. and the back one ideally catches the back wheel within the triangle and secures it to the rack.
Don't bother with a cable lock, even for cross-locking. Every self respecting thief has at least a 12" bolt cutter on their person.
The heavy chains you'll see on the Kryptonite site may be a good solution for some (it's not hard to cut 'em in a shop but trying to get a purchase on the links outdoors without a vise is tricky) but I can't comment as you'd basically have to wear it and my back can't handle that any more.
http://stolen.bikechicago.info
The lock Matt posted is great, but I think you'll also be fine with a level down (the orange-barreled "evolution" series).
Or a level down from that, the gray-barreled Kryptolocks, with a second U-lock of any quality.
I've been in the two U-lock camp for years. I typically end up with a mediocre older one and a Krytpolock with me, because the orange one is too damn heavy. The better lock goes through frame, front wheel, and rack. and the back one ideally catches the back wheel within the triangle and secures it to the rack.
Don't bother with a cable lock, even for cross-locking. Every self respecting thief has at least a 12" bolt cutter on their person.
The heavy chains you'll see on the Kryptonite site may be a good solution for some (it's not hard to cut 'em in a shop but trying to get a purchase on the links outdoors without a vise is tricky) but I can't comment as you'd basically have to wear it and my back can't handle that any more.