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What to Look For In a Bicycle Lock
A lot of people own bikes because they are lightweight and easy to maintain. They don't require costly repairs that cars do, and they could last for a long time. Bicycles are also perfect for keeping yourself fit. Bicycling for a few minutes every day helps you burn bodily fats to maintain well-being. You can easily take a bicycle ride if you want to unwind and a stroll around the nearest square amidst one busy day. Aside from that, a bicycle is one the most efficient ways to get around short distances. Short distances may be from home to the nearest grocery store, the kid's elementary school, or even to your place of work.
Because of their size, bicycles are also easier to park. Unfortunately, it is also because of their size that thieves are encouraged to steal them. Bike thieves could easily carry them out of sight if you are not careful enough to leave it with a bike lock. For this reason, you should never park your bike outside, even for a short stop, if it is unlocked. You should keep it safe and secured using a reliable bicycle lock.
Bicycle locks come in different types and styles. Cable locks are generally lightweight and portable, but may also break easily. Thieves may be able to cut through them without much effort. Though cable locks offer some level of protection, they are not a good choice if you want to have a peace of mind when you leave your bike outside unattended. However, cable locks may be used in combination with another style of lock to make it more secure.
Solid steel U-lock, also known in the cycling world as D-locks or U-bars, offer more security because it is made of solid steel that bolt cutters cannot easily cut. More importantly, this type of lock is designed to minimize the amount of space between the bike and the lock in which the thief can insert a crowbar to pop it apart, so you may want to make sure that you choose a U-lock that fits the bike snugly. The idea is to prevent the thief from inserting any kind of tools that could be inserted into the "U" of the lock and break it apart. U-locks are bulky and sturdy enough to withstand hammers, chisels, and the like.
Other types of Bicycle Locks are the chain, o-lock, bike club, and cuff locks. Chain locks can be vulnerable to bolt cutters so be sure to choose the one that is specifically made for bike protection. Their shapes are normally different from standard chains that you can get from a hardware store and they are usually case-hardened. O-locks are designed to fit specific parts of a bike to make leveraging and hacksawing impossible.
Securing your bike starts with a common sense. Never leave your bike in a place inviting to bike thieves. It goes without saying that you should park your bike at a popular location where people come so as not to give thieves enough time to work. More importantly, invest in a good Bicycle Lock.
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