Originally Posted by
anrque
Hi, I'm looking for some advice or ideas. The wife and I will be travelling to France and trying to take the Bromptons with us. We land at CDG and take a train to Colmar, so it is very multi-modal to get to our destination.
I'm just wondering if it is worth carrying these heavy Ulocks we have for the bikes.
Yes. There are times where you'll have to lock your bikes outside, such as museums or shopping together.
But it doesn't have to be heavy. I suggest a tight U lock so as to leave no space to insert a lever. Clearance shouldn't be more than 15cm/6". Suggestions:
Kryptonite Evolution Mini 5,
Abus U-Mini 401, Onguard, etc.
Although stylish, the Bordo from Abus is crap; Several riders lost their bike because of that lock.
Have a nice trip to Colmar, and around: If you have time, ride the "
Route des vins" back to Strasbourg, and if you have the stamina, ride up the
Château du Haut-Kœnigsbourg.