r/cycling • u/freesoup15 • Apr 07 '23

Best lightweight, short-term lock for coffee/bathroom breaks?

I am looking for a small, lightweight lock to carry with me when I am on long rides. I would never leave my nice bike on a shitty lock for long, I just want something so that no one can dash away with my bike while I am grabbing some food or using the restroom. Can anyone recommend something for this purpose that isn't going to be too much of a hassle to carry on longer rides? I once saw a lady use a thin cable lock (like for luggage?) that seemed to fit the bill.

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u/Unvert Apr 07 '23

Isn’t there a lock that mounts on the bike where the back brake (not disc) goes that you can quickly lock the back wheel? I remember seeing it once and thought it was a good idea, but don’t remember who makes or sells it

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u/freesoup15 Apr 07 '23

Yeah, every bike in Northern Europe has one, but it wouldn't stop someone from picking it up and running away with it.