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Old 09-21-12 | 12:20 PM
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Originally Posted by yep202
Also if your going to lock up your bike outside you should buy a lighter(s) so you can free your bike even in the coldest temps. good luck.
Yep. Locks do freeze if they can get any moisture in them. Lighters help but be aware that you might melt some plastic parts. I have dealt with a frozen u-lock using a lighter. Got the lock open, but melted some of the housing. Luckily the melted stuff didn't keep it from functioning.
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