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Does anyone know of a source of 'domestic' Sheffield stands. I'm after a couple that can be bolted to a concrete floor. It's either that or wall hangers with anchor points. We have the space for the bikes to be stored on the floor so Sheffield stands would be more convenient if they weren't too expensive. Colin |
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"Colin Blackburn" writes:
Does anyone know of a source of 'domestic' Sheffield stands. I'm after a couple that can be bolted to a concrete floor. It's either that or wall hangers with anchor points. We have the space for the bikes to be stored on the floor so Sheffield stands would be more convenient if they weren't too expensive. What is 'too expensive'? And does it have to be a Sheffield stand? For example something like this: http://www.epowershop.nl/nl/dept_112.html 35 euros for 3 bikes, it says it is shipped in a flat box. Roos |
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"Roos Eisma" wrote in message ... For example something like this: http://www.epowershop.nl/nl/dept_112.html 35 euros for 3 bikes, it says it is shipped in a flat box. You return to find your front wheel safe and sound ...... |
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On 25 Jun 2004 09:31:29 GMT, Roos Eisma wrote:
What is 'too expensive'? And does it have to be a Sheffield stand? How long is that string? No... For example something like this: http://www.epowershop.nl/nl/dept_112.html ....but, I'm looking for something I can easily lock the frame to with existing U-locks so I have discounted stands like the above, as neat as they are. Something like that with ground anchors would probably work but then the anchors would have to be positioned for each bike or I'd have to look at other locking options, like a heavy duty chain along the ground. I'm trying for security and convenience. Colin |
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"elyob" writes:
You return to find your front wheel safe and sound ...... I though he was talking indoors... our bikes are not locked inside the garage. I suppose (or hope!) we don't live in a high crime area.... (for any bike thief reading this: they are actually bolted to the floor and the garage is patrolled by fierce dobermans!) Roos |
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You return to find your front wheel safe and sound ...... So park the other way around, which puts the top of the loop in the right place to go through both frame and back wheel. With a Sheffield you'll need a second lock for your front wheel in any case, so you're not really any worse off from that POV. Pete. -- Peter Clinch Medical Physics IT Officer Tel 44 1382 660111 ext. 33637 Univ. of Dundee, Ninewells Hospital Fax 44 1382 640177 Dundee DD1 9SY Scotland UK net http://www.dundee.ac.uk/~pjclinch/ |
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Roos Eisma wrote:
"Colin Blackburn" writes: Does anyone know of a source of 'domestic' Sheffield stands. I'm after a couple that can be bolted to a concrete floor. It's either that or wall hangers with anchor points. We have the space for the bikes to be stored on the floor so Sheffield stands would be more convenient if they weren't too expensive. What is 'too expensive'? And does it have to be a Sheffield stand? For example something like this: http://www.epowershop.nl/nl/dept_112.html 35 euros for 3 bikes, it says it is shipped in a flat box. Roos You'd be through those loops in a few seconds with a decent cutter. Fine for keeping the bike up but no use for security. Have a look at http://www.sekura-byk.co.uk/frm_stand.htm http://www.cycle-works.com http://www.dixonbate.co.uk/html/cycle_security.htm http://www.freedomcity.com/ Tony |
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Roos Eisma wrote:
(for any bike thief reading this: they are actually bolted to the floor and the garage is patrolled by fierce dobermans!) Not any more... Fang stepped on one of the mines and Killer fell prey to the tigers ;-/ Pete. -- Peter Clinch Medical Physics IT Officer Tel 44 1382 660111 ext. 33637 Univ. of Dundee, Ninewells Hospital Fax 44 1382 640177 Dundee DD1 9SY Scotland UK net http://www.dundee.ac.uk/~pjclinch/ |
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"Colin Blackburn" wrote in
news Does anyone know of a source of 'domestic' Sheffield stands. I'm after a couple that can be bolted to a concrete floor. It's either that or wall hangers with anchor points. Try the wall hangers with a single, serious heavy duty chain and lock through all the frames. A variation on that used to work at an outdoor centre I helped out at. They just used a thin cable, but a chain would be fine. Graeme |
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On 25 Jun 2004 09:46:21 GMT, Roos Eisma wrote:
"elyob" writes: You return to find your front wheel safe and sound ...... I though he was talking indoors... our bikes are not locked inside the garage. I suppose (or hope!) we don't live in a high crime area.... I am talking about indoors and we also live in a lowish crime area. However, we live very remotely and during the working day anyone getting into the workshop would have carte blanche to take everything. For that reason I'd just like something beyond the lock on the door, if only for the insurance company. Also, my better half doesn't fancy lifting her bike off the wall if possible. As we have the space, Sheffield stands seem to offer convenience (the bikes are currently piled against each other with all the U locks interconnecting so it's a faff getting one out) as well as some additional security. The downside is that the workshop also contains lots of tools including an angle grinder! (I might store that in a different building.) The upside is that anyone who can work out how to turn our electricity on to use the thing is more than welcome to the bikes!! (Thanks for the links Tony, I think two of the 40 quid ones are a possibility) Colin |
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