Chain locks are perhaps the oldest form of bicycle protection and are still widely in use today. They consist of a length of chain, often covered with a cloth sleeve to protect the bicycle from damage, and a locking mechanism. To use the lock, the...
Whether you’re stopping for lunch during a long bike ride or storing your bicycle overnight, security is an important consideration for all bicycle owners because theft of bicycles is common. Cyclists use a variety of techniques to avoid...
Locks are the best defense against stolen bicycles. Three common designs of bicycle locks are U-locks, chain-link locks and cable locks. U-locks are made of steel shackle and lock into a crossbar. Chain locks are made of specially designed links...
Between 150,000 and 1.5 million bicycles were stolen in the United States in 2004, according to the website Bike Lock Reviews. Thieves can easily break or pick some locks in a few minutes to steal a bike. Bike locks can be U-locks, a chain and...
You can get the most expensive, heavy-duty bike lock on the market, but it won't do you any good if you don't use it properly. Looping the lock or cable around your bike frame, front tire and an immobile object is the safest way to secure your...
To prevent the theft of your bicycle, you need a good lock. Thieves are notorious for beating bicycle locks, so it's important to purchase a lock that is truly secure. Long, narrow, U-type locks made of case-hardened metal and solid locking...
A freewheel is part of the hub and gear assembly. It is a post that sits in the center of the gear sprockets. As your bike gets older, the freewheel may wear down and start causing issues. Replacing the module is probably the most effective way to...
A combination bicycle lock can help to secure the investment you have in your bike, but if the combination becomes compromised, your bicycle lock is useless. Combination bicycle lock manufacturers provide a way to resolve this problem with a...
If you are in a situation where a bicycle is an important means of transportation, then there is nothing worse then leaving your bike outside and coming back to find it gone. A bicycle can be an expensive piece of equipment and therefore it is a...
A high-quality bicycle can be an expensive piece of equipment---and an unsecured bike can be an easy target for a thief. Placing a lock on your bike prevents theft and ensures peace of mind. Mounting a bike lock to your bike is an easy process...
A good quality bike lock is your first line of defense against thieves. Bike locks come in a number of configurations, including cable, chain or U-type designs that use a key or combination. These locks are relatively inexpensive and simple to...
In 2009, 183,028 bicycles worth an average value of $318 were stolen, accounting for 3.4 percent of all larcenies, the FBI reports. U-locks are the best deterrent to losing your bike, followed by chain and padlock locks and cable locks. Look for...
It's disconcerting to discover your bike has been targeted by thieves. If you don't have secured parking where you live, work or shop, your bike is vulnerable. The advent of quick-release levers made servicing the wheels easier, but also left an...
To avoid that feeling of shock, violation and disappointment when you learn your bicycle has been stolen, lock your bike securely when unattended. According to the Texas A&M University Police Department, U-locks are among the most secure of...
In some cities, you can leave your front door unlocked or leave your keys in the car and never have a problem. In others, you not only have to lock your bike up, but may even need to take small items like your bike seat with you lest they be...
Riding your bike is an effective way to exercise, while at the same time get from one place to another. Coming out from work or shopping to find your bike has been stolen is enough to put a damper on anyone's day. Bikes are an easy target for an...
Biking to work saves gas, protects the environment and helps you stay in shape. Some employers offer incentives to employees who bike to work, and you may be able to find a route that gets you out of traffic and onto scenic bike trails. If you...
A good lock is a valuable accessory. Available in cable-, chain- and "U"-type hardened metal forms, each type of lock has its advantages and disadvantages. Most high-quality locks--regardless of type--will usually deter all but the most...
Between 250,000 and 1.3 million bikes are stolen annually in the United States, the Department of Justice report "Bicycle Theft" indicates. A high-quality lock, properly used, provides a deterrent to someone set on stealing a bicycle. A bike...
Exercise of all kinds builds fitness and helps in losing excess fat, but just how many calories you burn in any particular activity depends on the exertion associated with it. When you first start on a fitness program, starting slow is a good...
Competitive cyclists will often use stationary trainers to supplement their road training or as a replacement when it's raining or snowing. There are two general types of trainers. Resistance trainers lock the bicycle's rear wheel in place on a...
Bicycle rollers provide a stationary training device if you want to train indoors. Unlike bicycle trainers that lock the bicycle's rear wheel to the device, rollers do not have any attachment points, thus requiring you to balance the bicycle while...
Stealth Bicycle Carriers is a company that produces a line of bicycle racks designed for installation on a vehicle, allowing users to transport their bicycle to a certain location instead of having to pedal there. Stealth's racks come in a variety...
An estimated 1.5 million bicycles are stolen annually in the United States, according to National Bike Registry. If you lock your bike, you can greatly reduce the chances of it being stolen. You can buy many different types of bike locks, and most...
Bicycling author Jim Langley notes the first defense against bike theft is purchasing a quality lock and always using it. The vast majority of stolen bikes are left unlocked, he observes. If you use your lock correctly to secure your bike and...
Whether you use your bike to commute to and from work, get to class or you ride for fitness or competition, nothing feels worse than walking back to where you left your bike and not seeing it there waiting for you. Bike thieves posses a multitude...
Bicycle disc brake systems utilize cable-actuated calipers similar to traditional rim caliper systems. Pulling the brake lever puts tension on the inner brake wire, drawing the brake pads against the hub-mounted rotor. The speed and energy of the...
Successfully locking your bike involves more than just placing the locks on it. Where you place the locks and what type you use can increase your chances of finding your bike in the same place and in one piece when you retrieve it. The National...
Proper body position is essential for effective indoor cycling. Get tips on indoor cycling basics from a fitness trainer in this exercise video.
