EddyQ Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 Is there any way of locking them up safely, let's say on the footpath with some kind of bike chain with a custom clasp to attach to the (as I call it) 'wheelie thing'? The problem with having these is that you have to keep it with you at all times if you're out and about. Most shops won't let you take them inside (pubs too)and I need somewhere/some way to keep it safe. Thanks... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Citi Wheel Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 Most of the bars I've been to let me bring it in. If it's a classy joint though, I usually check it at a coat check. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cloud Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 Ive never had an issue taking the wheel inside a store or a bar. Maybe ots different where you are. But i think you are asking for rejection by asking the question. The trick is : dont ask. You are not doing anything wrong. Just take it in, and it will be fine and noone will say anything. If you ask then will of course say no - when people deal with something they dont understand they get scared - its a natural instinct. alternatively you can swing a bike chain around the handle ( unless you have a ninebot:)) and chain it to something. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hank Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 A key lock type mechanism would be nice - like the ignition on a car... no key, no power! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EddyQ Posted November 11, 2015 Author Share Posted November 11, 2015 I put one of those kickstarter locating 'Tiles' inside mine so if anyone tries to run off with it I can track them down slap their face, and get it back. Does anyone know of a bike chain style lock that would keep it safe though? People can nick off with them too easily if you're not looking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulandjacquelyn Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 Would not even try to lock up..it would be stolen. It draws attention to crooks looking for a "deal". I'm just putting a guitar strap on my nbe1+ and carrying around like a man purse lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EddyQ Posted November 11, 2015 Author Share Posted November 11, 2015 Dog leash!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cloud Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 1 hour ago, Hank said: A key lock type mechanism would be nice - like the ignition on a car... no key, no power! Woukdnt really work with eucs. They are light enough to carry. I dint think a thief will ride the wheel he steals - he has to be a specialized thief who knows how to ride them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EddyQ Posted November 11, 2015 Author Share Posted November 11, 2015 14 minutes ago, Cloud said: Woukdnt really work with eucs. They are light enough to carry. I dint think a thief will ride the wheel he steals - he has to be a specialized thief who knows how to ride them. Maybe a self destruct button on the car key device they sent me lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EddyQ Posted November 11, 2015 Author Share Posted November 11, 2015 2 hours ago, Hank said: A key lock type mechanism would be nice - like the ignition on a car... no key, no power! I got the bluetooth on/off device with mine. It should be able to completely lock it with that too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulandjacquelyn Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 58 minutes ago, Cloud said: Woukdnt really work with eucs. They are light enough to carry. I dint think a thief will ride the wheel he steals - he has to be a specialized thief who knows how to ride them. Thief would just walk off and sell on craigist for a few bucks. Bikes thieves are all over here in the US. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viktiga Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 You could probably build a switch that fries the electronics if turned on "wrong". The problem is that it's already late because the thief is probably on his way when this happens. Or you forget about it yourself and fry it. Now you have a 15KG of manual wheel. An evil man would program the wheel to cut off around 26 kph if turned on without right phone /code. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dmethvin Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 I haven't had a problem bringing my 16-inch wheel into coffee shops, bars, or stores and keeping it next to me. I've brought it on the subway and buses as well with no issues. I have a small cable lock that I keep in my backpack, I'll lock the wheel to a chair or something through the handle if I have to run to the toilet. I also have a Kensington lock that would be useful for this kind of thing but you'd need to install a Kensington anchor point to your wheel somewhere. These won't stop someone with wire cutters but I don't generally worry about this for a 5-minute bathroom break in a store with a half-dozen people in it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paulandjacquelyn Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 I think a visible "GPS Theft Tracker Protected" would work. The thief knows they could not open up quickly and would not even know where to look. Of course if thief can't read.. Lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andrewk Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 12 hours ago, EddyQ said: I put one of those kickstarter locating 'Tiles' inside mine so if anyone tries to run off with it I can track them down slap their face, and get it back. Does anyone know of a bike chain style lock that would keep it safe though? People can nick off with them too easily if you're not looking. I have something similar to this on my keys, but it's bluetooth so if its more than X amount of meters away from I won't be able to track it anyway, is yours different? Also like other people have mentioned - I take mine everywhere, shops, restaurants, on London Underground everyday etc. never had anyone say anything. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 Nobody should have a problem with you bringing an EUC inside, as long as it isn't getting dirt everywhere it's no different than having a bag really. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viktiga Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 3 minutes ago, Tom said: Nobody should have a problem with you bringing an EUC inside, as long as it isn't getting dirt everywhere it's no different than having a bag really. I think like this also, then if a shop don't want me to bring my euc I just go somewhere else there they don't hate money. Btw I don't drive in the shop so there should not be a problem. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hank Posted November 11, 2015 Share Posted November 11, 2015 I'm planning to buy an EUC backpack so worst case, I carry it around as necessary. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MetricUSA Posted November 12, 2015 Share Posted November 12, 2015 Buy a bulky briefcase and cutout the bottom and a hole on top for the handle, slip it over eu when going inside, they will never know, think your are a hardworking white collar management person.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Wright Posted November 12, 2015 Share Posted November 12, 2015 In relation to keeping my 9Bot One E+ safe, I'd ask you all to have a look at the pic and ask yourselves this question..... Would I reach over the top of an ex guard dog Rotweiller and knock off this guys 9Bot and a bottle of his fine wine or wont I? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Viktiga Posted November 12, 2015 Share Posted November 12, 2015 Here is another idea but grenade on euc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JFP9 Posted November 12, 2015 Share Posted November 12, 2015 Throw the wheel in a lightweight backpack. Most bars I go into have at least a few backpacks on the floor and I have never seen a problem with this. Cheers, Jim Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cloud Posted November 13, 2015 Share Posted November 13, 2015 Ive brought my euc in literally everywhere. The only time i had a problem was to bring it into a municipal building where they are xraying everything you are bringing in. They didnt let me in there with the wheel. It was only once. Other wise, all stores, bars, buildings, restaurants - noone had a problem and i even rode inside many stores and noone said anything, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil Wright Posted November 13, 2015 Share Posted November 13, 2015 One of my jobs is at Crown Casino in Melbourne. The other day 2 American guys rolled up the Hotel driveway on their 2 wheeled hoverboards, and INTO THE FOYER. They were quickly told to hop off them. One has to use common sense at times.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EddyQ Posted November 15, 2015 Author Share Posted November 15, 2015 The one I have is one of the 2 wheeled hoverboards. I just want to know if there is some kind of custom bike lock for them so I can tie them up safely. For example, if I'm at a pub that is busy and I want to keep it safe from theft inside or out, is there something I can use to chain it up to a pole? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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