thielges@uiucdcsb.UUCP (02/11/85)
I've said this here before, but the best way to end your worries about stolen bicycles is to use a cheap bike in dangerous places and your good one for long tours and races. This scheme has worked well for me for quite a while. I ride an aweful looking clunker to work, school, around town, etc. It has a VERY easy to break lock on it, but no-one has bothered. I get a lot more use out of it because I'm not afraid of theft or damage (I'm riding it today in Urbana, IL even as a new winter storm moves in). My good touring bike is used only when I need the high-tech 12 gears, Chro-mo frame, and other features which really make the difference for touring. Since I tour in rural areas, the chance of theft is much lower than in the city. I still use a HEAVY lock though. Bart Thielges ...uiucdcs!thielges long live the Bat Bike ! ! ! !