Hey guys,

first time poster here I just wanted some clarification on certain parts of this thread and Sheldon Brown's article on lock strategy. I just recently bought a bike to use to commute to school and back, and I was wondering if anybody could post a VIDEO demonstration of the proper technique to safely lock your bike up. This would include (as I can garner from this thread)

- looping one end of the cable through your front and back wheels, around the frame, and around whatever you are locking to.

In Sheldon Brown's lock strategy he suggests using a cable with a built-in lock. Is there a relatively cheap (>$50) cable with built-in lock that is effective? I'll search for it myself if I don't get any replies but I thought I would ask those more experienced first.

- Then use one or more kryptonite U locks (the best you can afford) to lock the frame and/or wheels in addition to the above lock. I'm planning on getting the Kryptonite New York Standard. (http://www.amazon.com/Kryptonite-Sta...3087034&sr=1-3) however as the difference in price is negligible between the New York Standard and Fahgettaaboutit, which one is better?

(http://www.amazon.com/Kryptonite-Fah...5105619&sr=1-3) For reference

Thanks and hope to hear back!



- If you have a quick-release seatpost bolt, replace it with an Allen head bolt, and stop worrying about having your saddle stolen.

Can I find an Allen head bolt at a bicycle shop? Or do I have to go to a hardware store of some sort? Also, is the saddle the only part of your bike that has a quick-release bolt? If not, what are the other parts?