Originally Posted by
john bono
Having a cable lock in a place where bikes aren't a popular mode of transport is probably more than adequate.
The problem is too many cyclists use cable locks where bikes
are a popular mode of transport. The most common factor in bike theft is a bike that was left unlocked for "just a minute." The second most common factor is a bike that was locked with a cable lock. The third most common factor is improper locking technique.
Anybody here who thinks cable locks work is welcome to continue using them. Please let me know where you lock up, too, so I can lock up next to you with my NY Fahgettaboudit. It makes my lock that much more effective to lock up near you.