| Re: Important Omission on Folding Bikes
Elisa Francesca Roselli wrote:
> I agree that nothing would make my Dahon theft-proof, but I still think that
> research into really lightweight, ingenious anti-theft devices that break
> with the ball-and-chain model is far from finished and would benefit all
> bikers.
>
> One upgrade that I have found available for Dahon and may consider is a set
> of pedals which, instead of folding inwards towards the bike, are simply
> removed when the bike is at station. They are said to be easy to snap back
> in again when back in motion. This does mean walking around with a set of
> muddy pedals in my handbag, and of course it still doesn't prevent someone
> carting off my bike in the back of a car. But it could be a short term
> deterrent to thiefs who would want to ride off with it.
I have a thin cable lock for times when I need to be away from the bike
for only a minute, or for when I'm inside a cafe but the bike is parked
outside, and visible. It's very light, and not very secure, but it at
least lets me lock the bike to something stationary.
I'm probably going to get the removeable pedals for my Dahon Speed TR,
but mainly because I want pedals that can use toe clips & straps.
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