Originally Posted by
Steve B.
I understand. 2 tricks is to locate the bike in the window so you can keep an eye on it, also loop your helmet thru the spokes on the front wheel and thru the downtube, this prevents somebody from rolling away with your bike unless they dis-attach the helmet, which takes time.
I used to shift into the top gear to make it hard to ride away with the bike. But I mostly forgot to shift back before getting on the bike. Not good.
Target has a cheap, lightweight coil lock. Mine weighs 115 grams. I carry it via the strap that supports my saddle bag, so it's hanging below the bag. Secure and out of the way.
It's great for those quick runs into the convenience store. It's just to keep someone from grabbing the bike on the spur of the moment. And I do like to have the bike where I can see it through the front windows.
$9 Target coil lock