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I wish there was some way to Encrypt my bike so it won't be stolen
patteo:
Lost two (old) but good quality mountain bike over the last few years.
So I thought the best solution was to buy a cheapo bike. Got one at a Hypermart that was about US$50; good enough for a quick ride to the local train station. Surely nobody will want to steal a US$50 bike. But for a good measure, I went looking for a good lock; didn't want to buy a cheap job from one of the emerging economies.
So I bought a lock with a specially hardened steel chain - EU made so I was told - but at US$20, I thought it was OK - strong enough to deter the average crook since it was about 40% the cost of the bike.
Today, yikes, I discovered how bad my statistics were.
Someone swipe the bike in broad-daylight and it was chained to a big metal pole. Maybe they had a bump key.
It's not going to break the bank - but it is downright frustrating, trying to beat the bike thieves.
Looks like I need to buy another US$50 - no maybe US$40 bike and protect it with a US$120 lock.
So let me see - the lock is about 300% of the bike. Maybe they will steal the lock instead - but I may have no choice. I hate to be buying another bike every other month. :(
Anyone can recommend a good lock - maybe a Kryptonite U lock
http://www.kryptonitelock.com/inetisscripts/abtinetis.exe/PublicArticleFind@Public
I know. I know, they had a real shocking problem not too long ago but I think they got their act together again - I hope.
Kryptonite Evolution 2000 U- Lock hacked by a Bic pen - Engadget
"Kryptonite Evolution 2000 U- Lock hacked by a Bic pen"
http://www.engadget.com/2004/09/14/kryptonite-evolution-2000-u-lock-hacked-by-a-bic-pen/
Any suggestions/sharing of experience is most appreciated.
Redhat:
Is an armed personnel guarding the bike 24/7/365 a viable option for you? :)
Jokes aside.. I am sorry to hear this.. some people don't realise the effect their actions have on others. I believe f0dder lost his bike too (am I right f0dder?? :-[ ). I don't cycle much so can't suggest a solution.. but I offer my sympathy :Thmbsup:
Ruffnekk:
Where I live in Holland, its quite normal to have your bike stolen once a month. And I wish I was kidding. But then again, the general policy is too just steal someone else's *G*
mitzevo:
Even if you encrypted your bike I'm sure it would *still* get stolen ;) Only, they wouldn't be able to ride it ;D
mouser:
lol all replies :lol:
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