Aluminum Bolt-on or Quick release wheels?

[Giulianna23]

Like the title says....which one should I get ?... I really like the quick release....but Some one told me that having bolt-on wheels will discourage the thieves from stealing the wheels when you don't have you bike properly secure. The Quick release would come out in a blink of an eye and its gone!...Which ones should I get?

I know there are different types of locks out there but the ones I seen that are more effective according to the reviews are pretty expensive and I also see that you may need even 2 locks to at least try to protect the entire bike ....

I am learning so I would appreciate any advice....

Thanks in advance

[spokewench]

Do you leave your bike parked outside a lot? Is it a commuter?

If you leave your bike parked outside a lot and don't want things stolen, no quick releases. But remember, you need to always carry the wrench that works for that bolt so you can change a flat tire.

Also, it doesn't hurt to use a bolt on your seat as well. They are stolen quite commonly as well.

But, if you don't leave it out very often where things can be stolen, then don't worry about it. Or,if you always lock the bike through the wheels so that they cannot be removed from the bike, then you are safe with quick releases.

[radacrider]

I use a U-Lock and cable for my bikes. U-lock goes around locking post and rear wheel, just behind the seat post, cable attaches to u-lock, goes through frame and front wheel back to u-lock.

My current build project will have locking skewers (requires special wrench to loosen) so I retain a standard quick release style hub.

I have a friend who bought the humongous and heavy Kryptonite NY chain lock - not for me, though.

[Giulianna23]

Do you leave your bike parked outside a lot? Is it a commuter?

If you leave your bike parked outside a lot and don't want things stolen, no quick releases. But remember, you need to always carry the wrench that works for that bolt so you can change a flat tire.

Also, it doesn't hurt to use a bolt on your seat as well. They are stolen quite commonly as well.

But, if you don't leave it out very often where things can be stolen, then don't worry about it. Or,if you always lock the bike through the wheels so that they cannot be removed from the bike, then you are safe with quick releases.


Thanks for the advice...

[Giulianna23]

I use a U-Lock and cable for my bikes. U-lock goes around locking post and rear wheel, just behind the seat post, cable attaches to u-lock, goes through frame and front wheel back to u-lock.

My current build project will have locking skewers (requires special wrench to loosen) so I retain a standard quick release style hub.

I have a friend who bought the humongous and heavy Kryptonite NY chain lock - not for me, though.

Is there any one that you would recommend not 2 cheap nor 2 expensive?..kind of like in the mid range but good enough?


Thanks

[laura*]

Is there any one that you would recommend not 2 cheap nor 2 expensive?..kind of like in the mid range but good enough?

An orange Kryptonite lock in the smallest U shape would be great - I've heard it is a favorite amongst bike messengers. Their gray models are one step less secure but still acceptable. The yellow ones (i.e. NewYork) are awesome but spendy.

On Guard is another brand. To compete with the Kryptonite juggernaut, they use a little bit better technology. However, there are also many reports of keys breaking and/or jamming.

ABUS is another great brand, though they're mostly European.

No matter the brand, the smaller the U, the more secure the lock. Even the small U's work fine when locking to a bike rack. However, they might not work when trying to lock to non-traditional objects.

[Giulianna23]

An orange Kryptonite lock in the smallest U shape would be great - I've heard it is a favorite amongst bike messengers. Their gray models are one step less secure but still acceptable. The yellow ones (i.e. NewYork) are awesome but spendy.

On Guard is another brand. To compete with the Kryptonite juggernaut, they use a little bit better technology. However, there are also many reports of keys breaking and/or jamming.

ABUS is another great brand, though they're mostly European.

No matter the brand, the smaller the U, the more secure the lock. Even the small U's work fine when locking to a bike rack. However, they might not work when trying to lock to non-traditional objects.

Thanks for the recommendations. I need o get something good. I am planning on commuting to work after the winter and not sure If they are going to let me take the bike inside the building. I also will bike ride to the gym.