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A bike kept outside will rust given enough time, its gears, etc. will also not like being wet all the time. Just as importantly, it is more likely to get stolen if it is just left outside, and I would always rather get on a dry bike than a wet/cold bike. Save this answer.
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Read More »A tarp that fully covers a bike can provide some insulation and keep out precipitation. Don't buy a "bike cover"; they're overpriced, thin, and non-customizable. For an average-sized bike, an 8' by 10' (2.4 m by 3 m) tarp is enough to just reach to the ground. A weight of around 6 oz per square yard (0.2 kg/m²), or a thickness of around 8 mils (0.2 mm), seems to be ideal (standard tarps are around 3 oz per square yard (0.1 kg/m²) and 5 mils (0.13 mm) thick). In theory, silver colored tarps reflect more infrared than other colors and are better for insulation, but I'm not sure how much of a difference this makes in practice. One of the most important things to look out for in a tarp is that the grommets are spaced no more than 18 inches (46 cm) apart. You can bunch up all of the grommets along each short end of the tarp and use cable ties to semi-permanently join these grommets. This gives the tarp a fitted shape and makes it fit nicely around the wheels. A good starting point is joining all of the grommets along each short end to a single point. Once you've tried this, you can experiment with tying grommets together in various configurations with cable ties to see if you get a better fit for your bike. You can also tie grommets to a bike rack, which can make it easier to get the bike in and out if you're riding it daily. The following picture shows a fitted tarp on a bike. On the near side, the four middle grommets are tied together at a point, and the remaining two grommets (at the corners) are tied at a point just below. On the far side, all six grommets are tied together at a point and tied to the bike rack. The long sides of the tarp in the picture are folded in a bit; without folding, they just reach to the ground. With grommets spaced 18 inches (46 cm) apart, you have flexibility to customize the fitting. In summary, if you get a tarp, get one with the following specs:
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Normally, professional thieves will carry power tools, hydraulic jacks and large bolt croppers. Professional thieves target any bikes, but of course, they prefer ones that aren't secured properly. If a professional thief has enough time, they will be able to remove almost any bike lock out there.
Bike theft is and has always been an issue. In this short informative article, we will cover the many ways bike thieves work and what you can do to combat their methods. Hopefully, you’ve come here to learn how to increase the security of your bike whilst it’s locked. But if you’re unlucky enough to have had your bike stolen already, then take a read of what to do if your bike is stolen. These tips will greatly increase your chances of getting your beloved bicycle back! If you know that your bike lock is poor quality, consider getting a stronger, more secure lock. I’ve included a comparison table of some great quality cheap bike locks towards the end of this article. Otherwise, get yourself comfortable, and get ready to improve your bicycle security skills by implementing my top tips below!
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