Originally Posted by
Powerlifter
lots of people who get their bikes stolen with the thinner cables, and they've used bolt cutters and even hand tools before to cut through some of the cables that wasn't that difficult.
....and that is why even after running the cable through, I run the U lock thru the frame and wheel so it will not roll even if one cuts the cable.
If they do cut the cable, it is a bit of a deterrent not being able to ride away. If it's someone in a pickup truck, then you're SOL!