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[url= http://www.pinheadcomponents.com/ ]Stuff for not losing your wheels etc.[/url] Looks like a pretty clever idea that could make sense for my commuter / tourer. Not 'impulse buy' cheap though, so has anyone used them and have an opinion to pass on?


 
Posted : 23/01/2009 7:43 pm
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am I right in thinking that its a dome headed nut with randomly spaced impressions that fit only the supplied keys?

if so what's to stop say some shitbag with a tube of super glue and half a squash ball undoing them by hand?


 
Posted : 23/01/2009 7:52 pm
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I have them - definitely recommended - although you might also want to check out Pitlock. All the kit (except for the washers) is stainless steel - so while it's expensive it should last forever. Only downside is the keys are a bit bulky.

As with every other piece of security equipment, it's not impregnable against the really determine and ingenious thief - but it does increase the chances they'll go find an easier target.


 
Posted : 23/01/2009 8:03 pm
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or just kick the bejesus out of your frame?

I locked my Orange up outside sainsburys the other day, I've never been round that store so fast in my life!! 😀


 
Posted : 23/01/2009 8:04 pm
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I have the original Kryptonite version, also in stainless steel.
Very light and secure, as mentioned will not stop the really determined tea leaf, but as ever its a deterrent.

Got a spare set if you were interested


 
Posted : 23/01/2009 8:14 pm
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Thanks for the replies folks, and for the offer TT - I'll probably buy new though (I like me warranties and stuff).

I don't expect miracles from anything like this, it's not for a bike I ever plan to leave in scrote-central anywhere, but I'm planning a bit of a tour this summer, so will need to leave the bike unattended in parts of rural France now and then, so I'm looking for the best peace of mind I can get for the least weight.


 
Posted : 23/01/2009 10:28 pm
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go on then Taxi, how much are we talking then?


 
Posted : 23/01/2009 10:31 pm
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go on then Taxi, how much are we talking then?

You do realise that any shitbag with a tube of super glue and half a squash ball could undo them by hand?

😉


 
Posted : 23/01/2009 10:35 pm
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go on then Taxi, how much are we talking then?

Front and rear plus key in good nick for 15 quid posted


 
Posted : 24/01/2009 8:27 am
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go on then, paypal? oh hang on, I've got 20mm bolt through!! thats no good!! sorry to dick you about!! 🙄

anyone else?


 
Posted : 24/01/2009 9:05 am

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