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As bicycles are increasingly used when going to work, it is important to properly protect them so that when you return you can find them again where you left them. The necessary protection can be provided by several types of locks.
U-shaped locks
These are among the most common and best types of locks. Not in vain – they resist hammers, pliers, and attempts to cut them. Locks can be of different sizes, but the smaller the better. Therefore, they can reduce the possibility of a thief to pick or cut the lock, since there will be no place to insert the crowbar.
Cable locks
These locks are easier to cut than U-shaped locks, making them more suitable for urban areas with less theft. Cable locks are often locked with a key or code, but this doesn't matter if the cable is easy to cut. Therefore, the cables themselves must not only be long enough to wrap around the pole, but also thick enough – at least 8 mm. Thinner cables are much easier to cut.
Chain locks
They are stronger than cable locks and more resistant to files and pliers. It is important to match such chainsnwith a sufficiently strong lock, as it is often easier to break than the chain itself. Another disadvantage of a chain lock is that due to its frequent use, thieves have already learned to cut it with stronger tools.
Locking forks
Such a device does not allow using the wheels or the steering wheel, because it breaks the steering wheel, it does not allow to turn it. This is extremely inconvenient for thieves who want to leave the scene as quickly as possible. The keys are unlocked with a special wrench.
Locks with alarm
The alarm can be connected to the lock or be separate. However, alarms often cause troubles because they are too sensitive or too sensitive.
It is best to combine all types of locks with each other. For example, locking forks can be combined with U-shaped locks or chain locks. If there is no way to attach a U-shaped lock at the bicycle drop-off point, it is recommended to lock the wheels with this lock, and lock the bicycle itself with a chain lock. It is best to lock the rear triangle of the bicycle – where the wheel and frame are closer together. If more security is needed, it can be locked with two U-shaped locks – at the front and at the back.
When choosing lock keys, a serrated key is more recommended than a round key. The latter is easier to ""decode"" and unlock the lock itself.
Bicycle security is of utmost importance and in order to strengthen it, it is necessary to have proper locks and keys and leave them in designated places. Also, in order to ensure the safety of the bicycle, it should be marked.
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