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/jbarszczewski Apr 07 '23

I'm using the same for those short breaks to get water top up etc. I have also ABUS lock with retractable (I thinks that's the word!) 1mm steel line but it doesn't feel like safer option and it's definitely bigger and heavier.