Originally Posted by
thirdlobe
I am looking at purchasing a new car that can house a bike inside of the cabin. I typically ride road so for the most part my Scott Addict will be the bike in the car.
I don't really want a roof rack or a hitch rack…
Originally Posted by
Retro Grouch
…Do you know what you are getting yourself into? Once you start carrying your bikes this way you'll probably never want to settle for any other way.
Originally Posted by
thirdlobe
I understand but I really like the thought of having my bike in my car so I don't have to worry about anyone messing with it while I am at work.
+1. That’s the only way I go. I replied to this thread,
”*Secure* Bike Check at Events"
Originally Posted by
merlinextraligh
I'm sure it has happened, but I've never seen or heard of a bike being stolen at a Century or similar event. I think your risk stopping at rest stops, or around the start of an event is pretty deminimus.
Park it with the other bikes, and keep an eye on it as best you can.
Throw a lock on it when its on the car, and don't leave it on the car unattended other than short breaks where you're around the car.
Originally Posted by
Jim from Boston
This thread does re-awaken thoughts I have had at the few organized events I have attended, but I do as you do at the start and rest stops. However, if I drive to a ride, I keep the bike
inside the locked car, either in the family station wagon, or a rental SUV.
In particular I just don't like transporting my high end bike exposed to the elements, especially at freeway speeds.
Originally Posted by
Rowan
This.
One of the main reasons we bought a van was so we could keep our bikes securely locked up inside to deter thieves….
I've even seen suggestions to buy a junker van and keep it at work to lock your bike up (I bring mine into the office).