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Old 09-07-05 | 06:19 AM
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Bikes: Old-ass gearie hardtail MTB, fix-converted Centurion LeMans commuter, SS hardtail monster MTB

"flatkey" refers to the type of krypto or OnGuard locks that replaced those with tubular keys. The tubular keyed locks could be picked with a Bic pen, that's why there was a "scandal". The flat keyed ones are extremely difficult to pick, but they can be physically compromised, just like the old tubular keyed ones. However, physically compromising a high-end lock is a VERY time consuming/difficult process that may require special tools.

Two locks (one for rear wheel/frame, one for front wheel) is about as safe as you can get as far as locking a bike. Maybe taking the front wheel off and locking that in the same lock as the rear wheel would work too. Everything else comes down to methods: locking up in a visible area, with reputable people around who will notice if somebody is messing with it, etc.

Also, some people use a length of bike chain wrapped with inner-tube to secure the seat to the seat-stays.
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