There are two essential things you need to do to properly lock your bike: You have to pick a proper lock, and you have to use proper locking technique. If you have a good lock, but don’t use it properly, your
Knowing how to lock your bike properly is as important as having the best bike lock. I will show you the best way to lock your bike to beat the thieves!
This widely used bike lock style is an excellent deterrent. The bulky locking mechanism resists hammers, chisels and the like. Its horseshoe shape can limit leveraging—provided it's not way oversized for the bike. The goal is to reduce the amount of space in which a thief can insert a cr...
If not, asking the building manger where there is a secure spot to lock your e-bike might encourage the building to consider installing one. If a secure bike parking facility is going to determine whether or not you ride your e-bike into work it will be worth it to take initiative and ...
Use a U-Lock Stay Comfortable Once you start racking up the miles on your bike, you may also start racking up some physical complaints—like chafing, saddle sores, and calloused hands. Here’s what I recommend to stay comfortable while riding: ...
Thieves are less likely to try to steal your bike in a public place – meaning somewhere where it’s highly visible to others. It is harder for them to break the lock when there are a bunch of people around. Try not to leave your electric bike locked up somewhere public overnight. Try...
(aside from the chain or your lock) then investigate further and decide whether it’s a safety issue or something that if maintained now will save you time and money in the future. If necessary, take your bike to your favourite mechanic for a tune-up, sign up for some lessons or ...
Locking Your Bike Leaving your bike outside sucks, but sometimes it’s necessary. Bike locks we sell are either cable or “U” lock styles, and both have their advantages. You also have a choice of combination or key lock mechanisms. No lock is unbreakable, but a good quality U-Lock th...
Anyone can take a bike that's been left unattended. But if it's locked, it'll be harder to steal. Only thieves with the right tools will be able to take it. That said, there's little that can put off the more accomplished bike thief. They can spot a weak lock a mile away and...
A Wordlock bike lock functions in a similar way as other combination bike locks, except instead of numbered dials, it uses letters. Once you input the combination letters, the lock should open when you pull either side. In this article, we look at how to reset a Wordlock bike lock when...