Why shouldn't I lock frame with rear wheel?
11-14-05 | 02:28 AM
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Why shouldn't I lock frame with rear wheel?
I read Sheldon Brown's article about lock strategy. I don't understand why one shouldn't lock the frame together with the rear wheel, other than that it's "unnecessary". It would seem that having less free space inside the U would be a good thing. Why shouldn't one u-lock the frame and wheel to an immovable object?
11-14-05 | 03:42 AM
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He didn't say not to. Locking the bike soley by the wheel in the method he describes would allow you to secure your bike to a larger more secure object or to use a smaller lock.
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11-14-05 | 07:46 AM
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Lock rear wheel and frame, cable lock the front.
1) The two most expensive parts of your bike will be secured
2) Not a lot of room for the thief to pry the lock open.
3) Bikes are targets of opportunity, dont give any.
1) The two most expensive parts of your bike will be secured
2) Not a lot of room for the thief to pry the lock open.
3) Bikes are targets of opportunity, dont give any.
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11-14-05 | 08:53 AM
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Originally Posted by Raiyn
He didn't say not to. Locking the bike soley by the wheel in the method he describes would allow you to secure your bike to a larger more secure object or to use a smaller lock.
11-14-05 | 05:07 PM
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His suggestion is to only lock the wheel so that you can use a compact u-lock. The smaller lock is stronger and has less space for thieves to work in. If you already have a full-size lock, you probably do want to get the frame in there to full the space.
