Originally Posted by
SouthFLpix
That will work fine. The only issue is that you will be carrying 2 Ulocks, and Ulocks are not the lightest things in the world. If that's not an issue, then it will work just fine. Weight savings is the reason why a lot of people use a Ulock + cable combination. It's a bit less secure, but still pretty good and saves you from having to carry an additional Ulock.
Simpler? Anti-lock skewers and a Ulock. You don't have to worry about locking your wheels. Just put the Ulock around any part of your frame and secure to the bike rack and you're done.
It's worth losing the quick release option for the added security/simplicity. The anti-lock skewers take the place of the cablelock. A good Krytonite u-lock is worth it's weight in gold. The main thing is to make your bike as difficult to steal as possible so that potential thieves will take a pass on yours and move on to easier prey.
If you get an under-saddle toolbag make sure it has a quick-release mechanism. Don't leave
anything on your bike. Make sure your pump fits into your toolbag. Topeak makes a mini that's
really small. And
never leave your bike unattended all night. Make room for it in your dorm room. Even if it's on the 4th floor. Learn how to do the 'trekker carry' and walk up those flights of stairs w/your bike. It'll help build your leg strength for your off-road rides.
Not trying to make you paranoid, but bike thievery on college campuses is rampant. You've got a really nice bike and I think any of us posting here are offering the benefit of their perspective/experience in hopes you still have it when you graduate.
