Scruff   10 #1 Posted October 6, 2008 Hey folks, just got a new BMX, its very nice But wondered what was the best type of bike lock to get? Something that wont break the bank either. I dont want to come out to find just the lock wrapped round the post! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
BasilRathbon   10 #2 Posted October 6, 2008 Scratch the paintwork, let it rust, get it covered in mud and never clean it and always lock your bike up next to a more expensive looking one. Works for me! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
HotPhil   10 #3 Posted October 6, 2008 Check what the specification/approved lock list is of your insurer. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
plekhanov   10 #4 Posted October 6, 2008 Hey folks, just got a new BMX, its very nice But wondered what was the best type of bike lock to get? Something that wont break the bank either. I dont want to come out to find just the lock wrapped round the post! Small u-locks are generally thought to be the best, try to lock it up in a manner where there's no room to fit a car jack into it. As with most things bike related Sheldon Brown knows best. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
telman   10 #5 Posted October 6, 2008 cheap locks are next to useless. get a good un. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...
Greybeard   10 #6 Posted October 6, 2008 A friend of mine who used to cycle-tour in Russia reckoned this was the best  http://www.bicycleworkshop.co.uk/products.php?plid=m2b1s93p6 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites Share this content via...