Originally Posted by chefisaac

No no one is hostile here really. Just giving you our experiences.

It would be helpful to let people know you don't live in a populated area, etc.

one we thing to know is that a lock is weak at any "seams" and in this case, there is a seam between each digit dial. Just has been my experience. A key lock is better.

Once i I had my lock freeze on me. Got a key lock the next day. I have two keys on me at all times. One in my panniers, one on my key chain, two at my house and one my fiancée has. Some brands give you ample keys.