In France there are around 400,000 bicycle thefts per year, or one bicycle theft per minute. A discouraging figure, especially if you are looking to invest in a beautiful bike or an electric bike …
Here are Thirty One's tips for avoiding this:
How to choose a good lock for your bike?
Always equip your bike with a good lock. An “expert” thief will know how to recognize them and he will prefer to go towards a bicycle protected by a low resistance padlock. Insurance companies often ask for a padlock with links of at least 6 mm.
Tip: thieves are afraid of noise, so it is better to equip yourself with a padlock with a powerful alarm in case of theft.
Why should everything be done to delay a bike thief?
By putting two padlocks on your bike and even if your 2nd padlock is less robust, you will discourage possible thieves! Indeed, "time" is the thief's enemy and cutting two padlocks takes more minutes … When he sees that you have double protection, he will prefer to go for a faster bike to steal.
Attach your bike to the right place: the right tips
Always attach your bike to a fixed point, this prevents it from being taken in a van where the thief will have all the time to cut your padlocks, out of sight.
If possible, secure your bike in a high traffic area because when the alarm goes off, the thief will be afraid of being noticed by the crowd.
What about electric bikes?
If you have an electric bike, choose a bike with a motor that locks electronically. Even if the locks are cut, the thief will not be able to leave with your bike.
Finally, systematically secure your bike, even for a short time or in a closed place.
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