Brompton locking up

Jonbristol123
Jonbristol123 Posts: 8
edited September 2017 in Commuting general
Hi, new to this forum. I am buying a Brompton and am wondering if people lock them up sometimes outside? I plan to generally take it in with me to shops etc. But when I can't take it in with me somewhere, would I be able to lock it folded up with my Abus U lock?

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  • cougie
    cougie Posts: 22,512
    If you lock it up outside it will go. Very nickable. I take mine into shops and cafes etc. No bother.
  • Jonbristol123
    Jonbristol123 Posts: 8
    cougie wrote:
    If you lock it up outside it will go. Very nickable. I take mine into shops and cafes etc. No bother.

    Hi thanks for reply. I know they would be a target for thieves, but wouldn't a good U lock stop them from being able to nick it, in a crowded area for example. I am asking because there will be a couple of places I can't take the bike into, like in a football ground.
  • fenix
    fenix Posts: 5,437
    Up to you - but there's no way I'd risk it in places like those. Up to you - but no guarantees.

    I have seen bromptons with these mounted on : https://www.tredz.co.uk/.Abus-Bordo-600 ... qoEALw_wcB

    But I'd look for an option where it's out of sight. Some footy grounds do have left luggage facilities.
  • The Rookie
    The Rookie Posts: 27,812
    If you are at a footy ground for a game that's even worse as they know exactly how long they have until you would be back.....
    Currently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.
  • fenix
    fenix Posts: 5,437
    You can get a fabric bag to put it in - that will let you get into more places.

    I'd not bother with a football ground though....
  • Jonbristol123
    Jonbristol123 Posts: 8
    Yep. Maybe I shouldn't bother taking it to football. Even if it is still there I would not be able to enjoy the match without worrying about it being pinched! Yeah getting that bag that carries it. Ordered my Brompton yesterday. Can't wait!

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