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02-07-20, 06:55 AM

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The_NinthWave

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Originally Posted by JaccoW

There seem to be two of them in Montreal now: Allo Vélo Boutique & Café and VeloLifestyle.[...]

For whatever reason, it's the same shop. First batch is expected to arrive in Feb or March.

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Originally Posted by JaccoW

[...]And it is pretty standard to use both a frame lock together with a frame lock. That's close to 2KG (4.4lbs) in locks you're carrying around but it does keep your bike safe.

I am pretty sure you don't use two frame lock

What's the other one?

Some of the Dutch bikes seem to have an integrated U shaped rear wheel lock integrated with the frame. Can you asses the ruggedness of that?

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