Originally Posted by
jon dawg
my current heavy duty chain and tight fitting u lock sufficient security precaution.
I don't think I'd want to camp in an area that needs a heavy duty chain... But if you're that concerned you don't need to bring the bike in the tent, just the front wheel. I wrap a piece of Velcro around the break lever to lock the back wheel, that slows down the grab & ride type of theft and would probably make some noise in the process. You could also tether the bike to the tent, but again do you want to stay in an unsafe place and have to defend your property against a thief with unknown weapons?
As for the cot, I agree with sleeping on the ground, we did that and I'm done with it, we do CC touring now, B&Bs and hotels with a real bed, shower and AC.