Originally Posted by
SlowRoller
I'd be wary of this setup as it relies solely on the security of a cable. In SF, cables aren't a theft deterrent, but instead a target, as they are quickly defeated. My friend had his MTB stolen last summer when he couldn't find a good rack or post to U-lock to, and instead wrapped his cable around a lightpole and U-locked it to his frame. The bike was gone 30 minutes later. Just my two cents

True... the kind of lock you use is going to depend a whole lot on the level of sophistication of your local bike thieves.