Originally Posted by
fuzz2050
I think consensus is that the Sheldon method can easily be defeated if the thief first deflates and then removes the tire (which would be difficult to hacksaw through), then proceeds to cut the spokes, using a hacksaw, or else a pair of small bolt cutters, then they can easily saw through the rim and walk away with your bike.
Does anyone disagree?
You still have to cut the tire and tube. Maybe if you can just move the bike a little bit while it's locked you can harness the power of maybe a passing bus to weaken the rim and detension the spokes for you.