Leah, I have new sets and used sets! I'd have to dig through my storage unit for the new sets which may include the seatpost nut as well, but if you're interested in just the skewers, I can get them to you asap.
Best, IY On Monday, April 7, 2025 at 12:47:00 PM UTC-4 Michael Baquerizo wrote: > also adding that i've begun using pitstoppers on all the relevant hex bolt > places. my seatpost, saddle, and stem. while these are a little more one > size fits all, i feel a lot more confident with them on my bike. > > On Monday, April 7, 2025 at 10:18:41 AM UTC-4 jeffrey kane wrote: > >> My two cents: I'm in the "make it difficult for the opportunistic >> (meaning lazy and unprofessional) thieves camp". I suppose as a daily >> commuter in NYC for decades now who locks his bike up regularly for short >> trips and long evening events - I've come to terms with the proverbial >> boogie man bike thief driving a van equipped with a grinder that can cut >> through any lock / security system you can imagine. I figure, if he's >> coming then there's nothing I can do about it. >> >> This thinking has lead me to two things I live by: >> >> 1. Life is too short ride crappy bikes. >> 2. Tamper resistant safety bolts go a long way towards peace of mind and >> bike security. >> >> I swear by these skewers: >> >> https://velo-orange.com/products/vo-anti-theft-skewers?srsltid=AfmBOoqPEhAXzBkKMmStPbSr_X_bI0elUVtqOi_RGhWKVbeYy6mHZLcZ >> >> And that lead me to purchase various versions of these: >> >> https://www.wkooa.com/product/security-screws-hex-socket-with-pin-in-head-stainless-steel/?srsltid=AfmBOoqCtdM1941sxJzlYzoX8n0FZKx2Pg2SCHwwy81OVJDWCQtHDPVeFms&gQT=1 >> >> And a set of wrenches to match - multiple sets actually, which, are >> scattered about my work bench and various tool kits, glove compartments, >> etc... >> https://bondhus.com/tamper-resistant-hex >> >> And again, I'm simply figuring if the thief sporting a pocket full of >> tamper resistant wrenches is coming for my bike then well, he's probably >> got more "tools" in his kit than I can defend against anyway. >> >> I also like to knock-on-wood a lot. >> >> On Monday, April 7, 2025 at 9:40:45 AM UTC-4 Bicycle Belle Ding Ding! >> wrote: >> >>> Awesome. Yes, and I doubt thieves in SW Michigan have Pitlock keys. I am >>> reminded of my friend, Marc, who went touring and came out of a grocery >>> store and something was off with his bike. Upon closer inspection, a thief >>> had tried to steal his front wheel, but he had a locking skewer that foiled >>> the thief. He was touring and in the middle of nowhere. What a nightmare, >>> had that jerk been successful. >>> >>> On Monday, April 7, 2025 at 9:17:00 AM UTC-4 Michael Baquerizo wrote: >>> >>>> stand by pitlocks. i have them keyed the same on both of my city bikes, >>>> as well as my wifes. >>>> >>>> unlikely a thief has a key for every option they offer, and if they did >>>> they'd be there a long while trying to get them out. >>>> >>>> >>>> >>>> On Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 11:57:38 PM UTC-4 NYCbikeguy wrote: >>>> >>>>> The best skewer locks are pitlocks, hands down. >>>>> https://www.pitlock.de/en/protect/quick-release.html >>>>> I have 4 sets that I've been holding onto, but have no plans on using >>>>> them anytime soon. >>>>> Read about it and if you're interested, reach out to me if you want >>>>> them for a bit cheaper than retail. >>>>> >>>>> Best, >>>>> IY >>>>> >>>>> >>>>> On Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 10:11:55 PM UTC-4 Jason Fuller wrote: >>>>> >>>>>> I have these on all my bikes, and I add the Hexlox inserts on the >>>>>> bikes that I lock up out-of-sight for longer periods but I leave as-is >>>>>> for >>>>>> other bikes. >>>>>> >>>>>> https://www.jensonusa.com/delta-axle-rodz-non-qr-skewer-set >>>>>> >>>>>> I really like them - inexpensive, do what they say they'll do, no >>>>>> fuss. Perfectly suited to any Riv. Even without the Hexlox inserts >>>>>> they'll >>>>>> prevent opportunistic theft, and are enough protection for most cases. >>>>>> >>>>>> On Sunday, 6 April 2025 at 18:56:01 UTC-7 Roy Summer wrote: >>>>>> >>>>>>> I’ve been told by NYC bike shops that wheel locks are a false sense >>>>>>> of security because thieves have the keys. In fact, everyone has the >>>>>>> keys. >>>>>>> So, remove front wheel and u-lock it with the rear; use a piece of >>>>>>> chain >>>>>>> wrapped in an inner tube to secure seat to frame; lock in a well >>>>>>> trafficked >>>>>>> and/or secure area. >>>>>>> Or, do as I have had my daughter do in NYC, ride something that >>>>>>> looks like crap but has some select, but not readily noticeable quality >>>>>>> parts., And, make them difficult, or at least annoying, to remove. >>>>>>> Remember, theft is a crime of opportunity. The easier the theft, the >>>>>>> more likely. >>>>>>> Finally, do as I do: NEVER, and I mean NEVER, leave your bike >>>>>>> unattended. >>>>>>> Roy (just north of NYC, who watches over his bikes like a hawk) >>>>>>> >>>>>>> On Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 7:11:10 PM UTC-4 Bicycle Belle Ding >>>>>>> Ding! wrote: >>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Friends, >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> A quandary. I have 3 out of 4 bikes set up with Hexlox locking >>>>>>>> skewers. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> https://hexlox.com/en-us/products/total-skewer-set?_pos=2&_sid=0d411a987&_ss=r&variant=30111443419241 >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> They are great. Easy to install. I love that the same key that >>>>>>>> unlocks the nuts on the saddle/seatpost/stem also unlocks the wheel >>>>>>>> skewers. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> HOWEVER. The skewer is steel. The nut is aluminum. The bike shop >>>>>>>> has now had 2 of these nuts strip. They are saying the soft aluminum >>>>>>>> is the >>>>>>>> problem;the threads strip after a couple of times removing the wheel. >>>>>>>> I >>>>>>>> emailed Hexlox to see if they have a solution, or at least to make >>>>>>>> them >>>>>>>> aware of the problem. It’s not cheap to keep buying these parts from >>>>>>>> Germany. No response yet. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Do you have a superior locking skewer you love? Must be easy to >>>>>>>> install and safe to use. I have dyno wheels that I’m not keen to have >>>>>>>> stolen and I also don’t love the idea of carrying a second u-lock. Too >>>>>>>> heavy. >>>>>>>> >>>>>>>> Thanks! >>>>>>>> Leah >>>>>>>> >>>>>>> -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To unsubscribe from this group and stop receiving emails from it, send an email to [email protected]. 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