Your voice for a cycling city

We’ve, regrettably, now heard repeatedly of key workers having bikes stolen during this difficult time, possibly because the streets are emptier and hospital bike racks aren't necessarily the most overlooked of areas.  We’ve also heard of welcome responses that have replaced some of those cycles.

If you aren't an essential worker yourself, but know of any who may not have the (sorely earned) experience of deterring bike theft and are recently back on their bike, please share your, and our, expertise with them – maybe lend them a Sold Secure gold-rated lock if you are not using yours and point them in the direction of this blog and our #LCCadvice help systems.

Most LCC members know about good locking technique (when we last surveyed members and supporters an overwhelming majority used gold or silver-rated locks) and take care to lock the frame and both wheels to a sold object, as well as checking the stand is secure and somewhere where people are passing regularly. If you need to pass on information to others there is a short guide on the LCC advice page, and this link provides a thorough guide from our locking experts.

Many bike shops remain open during the pandemic for the specific purpose of assisting key workers maintain their bikes and they will also be able to help with the selection of suitable locks. The forthcoming spring edition of London Cyclist magazine (sent out to all members) includes reviews of five locks, including lower cost gold standard locks from Kryptonite (Mini 5) and On Guard (Pitbull).

Good locking technique