Isimply ride mine up to the area right inside the store at the entrance, and lean it against the wall - especially if it is my road bike. No complaints from anyone in the store, and since it is the road bike, I usually am only going to get a loaf of bread or something fast and quick. I can see the bike from the bakery section and keep an eye on it. If I am getting more stuff, I will take my mtn bike, which is now 3 years ols, and was an entry level to start with (just hit 6,500 miles on that baby). I will lock that in the rack nearest the entrance and where the store employees go for a break. No problem so far. I get back and fill my panniers and backpack with groceries and am on my way.