[RBW] Re: security

2015-03-30 Thread Surlyprof
Will, Like you, I also only want to ride my Hillborne everywhere I go. I had photographed my serial number and keep it typed into my phone using Evernote. I use a Kryptonite Evolution lock in the standard size ( http://www.kryptonitelock.com/en/products/product-information/current-key/) lock

[RBW] Re: security

2015-03-29 Thread DS
I'm a big fan of the Hiplock, i got the lite version from REI and have a review posted there. Easy to carry since you wear it (barely noticeable, though that raises questions of damage it may cause if you crash). Hard to cut (need an electric grinder). And its long enough to go through at least

[RBW] Re: security

2015-03-29 Thread Cyclofiend Jim
Fine suggestions already. I will only add that it's also about making your bike harder to steal than those around it. Cables aren't tough, generally speaking, but they will dissuade those folks due to the extra steps to defeat them. To that end, two locks are best - the main U-lock (yep - Kr

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2015-03-29 Thread Ryan Thompson
Like you I find myself choosing not to ride my "beater" bikes and instead riding my Sam and Cheviot everywhere. I usually use only my cable Kyrptonite lock around the frame and rear wheel when possible. I think there is an issue with bike theft where I live (DC Metro) it seems to be people ar

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2015-03-29 Thread dougP
Will: A lot depends on the general level of crime in your area and where you would park the bike out of your sight. The security measures mentioned sound pretty solid, and parking where there's foot traffic is good. OTH, I read a while back about an experiment a bike mag did where they locked

[RBW] Re: Security bolts for every component on your Rivendell, including cranks...

2013-07-06 Thread justinaugust
Box Dog Bikes shared this saddle security home brew today: http://instagram.com/p/bb2qdeMX38/ -J -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to rbw-owners

[RBW] Re: Security bolts for every component on your Rivendell, including cranks...

2013-07-06 Thread Michael
> > I just bought the security saddle clamp bolt and seat post bolt. > Maybe I won't have to hide the Brooks saddles as much now. ha ha! Bought some water bottle/accessory security screws also. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch

Re: [RBW] Re: Security bolts for every component on your Rivendell, including cranks...

2013-07-06 Thread Patrick Moore
No need, I found it -- Google is, etc. On Sat, Jul 6, 2013 at 9:17 AM, Patrick Moore wrote: > Andrew: can you post the url to your source? > > Thanks. > > > On Sat, Jul 6, 2013 at 9:13 AM, BSWP wrote: > >> Yes - whether they're Torx or Allen, the security bolt has a post in the >> center, and t

Re: [RBW] Re: Security bolts for every component on your Rivendell, including cranks...

2013-07-06 Thread Patrick Moore
Andrew: can you post the url to your source? Thanks. On Sat, Jul 6, 2013 at 9:13 AM, BSWP wrote: > Yes - whether they're Torx or Allen, the security bolt has a post in the > center, and the tool needs a matching hole. I ordered some of these last > week (from Bicycle Bolts), both for seatpost b

[RBW] Re: Security bolts for every component on your Rivendell, including cranks...

2013-07-06 Thread BSWP
Yes - whether they're Torx or Allen, the security bolt has a post in the center, and the tool needs a matching hole. I ordered some of these last week (from Bicycle Bolts), both for seatpost binder bolt, and also the bolts holding the seat to the seatpost. Seems like a perfect item for LBS and

[RBW] Re: Security bolts for every component on your Rivendell, including cranks...

2013-07-05 Thread Philip Williamson
I think the security bolts have a post in the middle, so you need a wrench with a matching hole. Philip www.biketinker.com -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, se

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2013-07-05 Thread Michael
> > This is better. > MUSA and only 5$ for seatpost and saddle clamp bolts each! http://www.bicyclebolts.com/collections/security-allen-bolts/products/m8-torx-security-seatpost-bolt It is *torx*, which I guess is better than allen head. I just don't get why they call an Allen head a security b

[RBW] Re: Security bolts for every component on your Rivendell, including cranks...

2013-07-05 Thread Michael
> > Whoa! I just saw a seatpost binder bolt for 40 pounds ?!?!? Isn't that > like 60$US? > Forget that!! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email t