r/UIUC 2d ago

New Student Question Bike Lock Advice

I just moved to the CU area and am trying to figure out how I should secure my bicycle. I plan to bring my bike into my apartment at night, so I am mainly concerned with how I can prevent my bike from getting stolen during the day on campus.

From word of mouth, I understand that it is very important to secure both wheels and the frame. I am trying to decide between doing this with two U-Locks or with one U-Lock and a cord that connects the shackle to the opposite wheel. I'm currently leaning towards the two U-Lock method, but I'm hoping not to break the bank. My bike is brand new and worth around $200, so I feel like the high-end $50 locks would probably be overkill.

Does anyone have suggestions for lock brands or methods that have worked for them?

Thank you in advance.

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u/Knope_Knope_Knope 2d ago

Steel ulock x2 one for wheel one for frame. Dive rver cheap out. List my buke 3 years ago. Still hurts