bike locks

[surgtech1956]

What is the best bike lock to get? I see quite of few of you use your bike to commute, run errands. Thanks Nancy

[Blueberry]

I use a kryptonite evolution (mini) for the frame and a cable lock for wheels and through the frame again. It used to be said that most thieves didn't carry the tools to cut both. But i *really* don't want my bikes to be stolen...so I'm a little nuts!

[mimitabby]

I have a big fat cable lock made by kryptonite. i feel it is adequate for
time in a restaurant with a view of my bike.

[mimitabby]

and when we go in groups, we lock all the bikes together with multiple cable locks. a logistical nightmare for any wouldbe thief, especially since we are in view of the bikes!

[surgtech1956]

So is a cable lock better than a 'u-lock'???

[suzieqtwa]

I had a kryptonite cable lock ,and it was cut nicely ,and left on my car, after they stole my bike. I just bought a U lock ,but when I commute I lock in it a room that you need a key to get in. The U lock is very heavy. I don't trust any locks.

[mimitabby]

So is a cable lock better than a 'u-lock'???

no. the best is having one of each.
cable locks are better only because they are longer and give you more
flexibility as to where to attach your bike.