Saddle security
11-21-18, 12:41 PM
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Saddle security
I don’t have an expensive saddle, but I don’t want someone to take it. I replaced quick release on seat post with hex bolt/Pitlock pit stopper combo, and I secured saddle rails with Abus seat leash cable. Do I also have to worry about the hex bolts under the saddle, or just let it be?
11-21-18, 12:52 PM
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you choose to worry ? Ok..
I noticed you say you live in LA.. can you find an industrial hardware store,
to buy security bolts for every bolt on your bike?..
(& will they even sell them to you)
With a Folding Bike you can take it inside with you, of course..
..
to buy security bolts for every bolt on your bike?..
(& will they even sell them to you)
With a Folding Bike you can take it inside with you, of course..
..
11-21-18, 08:04 PM
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I just drill them, so an allen key won't bite.
11-22-18, 01:16 AM
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I noticed you didn't show it? But if its a road bike type saddle I wouldn't worry about any gangsters taking it.
11-22-18, 02:01 AM
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I don’t have an expensive saddle, but I don’t want someone to take it. I replaced quick release on seat post with hex bolt/Pitlock pit stopper combo, and I secured saddle rails with Abus seat leash cable. Do I also have to worry about the hex bolts under the saddle, or just let it be?
11-22-18, 08:26 AM
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I loop a short section of chain through the saddle rail and seat stay:
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11-22-18, 06:25 PM
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Well, sadly it's the kind of saddle that would appeal to certain crowd in LA. I think I will upgrade cable to a small Abus chain with hardened links, at least it can't be cut with a cable cutter. I have had bike stolen before, and I hate the concept of a cable, it's almost like using shoe laces.
11-22-18, 07:41 PM
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I think I will upgrade cable to a small Abus chain with hardened links, at least it can't be cut with a cable cutter. I have had bike stolen before, and I hate the concept of a cable, it's almost like using shoe laces.
11-25-18, 12:04 PM
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Put one of these on it when you park the bike.
https://www.amazon.com/Zacro-Bicycle...eat+cover+bike
https://www.amazon.com/Zacro-Bicycle...eat+cover+bike
11-25-18, 12:32 PM
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In dense, high-crime areas (e.g. San Francisco) there are thieves (often homeless) that carry a multi-tool and can break that chain and abscond with the seat in 20 seconds. And they know what a Brooks saddle is worth.
I wouldn't depend on this method if you have to leave your bike in a high-crime area.
I wouldn't depend on this method if you have to leave your bike in a high-crime area.
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