any experience with the rack being stolen?
449330
The rack can easily be removed. Therefore you should easily remove it anytime you lock up your bike and take it with you wherever you go.
449331
The quick release mechanism on both the frame mount, and the optional Topeak saddle bag would make theft relatively easy. I imagine with some inginuity, you could replace the frame mount quick releast with a bolt. You may be able to add a lock to the saddle quick release. But, depending on the area, I would recommend taking the saddle back with you and avoid the tempatation of a likely burgler.
449332
I wouldn't leave my bike out of eye sight while it's on. If I had to leave my bike somewhere where I couldn't see it I'd take it with me as it's really easy to remove which is the great thing about it. Quick to throw on for long rides and easy to remove when you need to.
1359823
Yes, I lost a few last year and found that by going to innoracks.com I was able to get the name of a supplier that provided them. They were about six bucks each(!). I didn't actually buy any then, but will need to this season. BTW despite the fact that the straps come completely off and are therefore able to be lost, I like it better this way because it's a much cleaner look when the rack isn't in use.
1903090
I had zip ties on it at first before finally fastening with the included bracket and screws and no issues with theft. It's a great useful basket, but it's still just a bike basket...not sure it's worth someone's effort to steal.
1242515
You can buy a separate hitch pin that locks that has a key to prevent someone from stealing it. I believe from Yakima. My wife's rack came with the locking hitch pin, but my son's rack did not.
582290
After about three years, I had multiple rust spots on mine. They were all small, but I didn't mistreat the rack and never had it in storage; I'm not sure why my experience was different from that of everyone else here. On the plus side, the rack was incredibly sturdy and useful, so I wasn't too troubled by the patches of rust.
1614667
I have had no problems with mine getting stolen, leave it on my bike 24/7 and ride my bike everyday. However if you were worried about it you can take it off with a screwdriver and break it down to store elsewhere. Not sure how many people are walking around with tools to take it off your bike though. Hope this helped.
2262103
I honestly don't recall either, but I have to agree with fitmamma. The plastic on this thing was a total piece of junk, it literally broke in my hand as I was removing it from the box. The rack is just fine but I probably would not buy it again.
1796999
There is an additional clip and cable that can be purchased. It fits over a window so when rolled up it "locks" in place. Would only keep honest people from stealing as one could easily break the window and remove. It's so simple to remove & reinstall, I prefer to do that. If you want something permanent, then I'd go a different direction - I don't want a fixed rack so this is perfect to put on when needed.
560770
Unfortunately, you can't do anything to prevent this from getting stolen. Just as with any L.P. frame, you just hope that nobody steals it... But I wouldn't worry too much about that. In my case, I live in Chicago and I can assure you that nobody has attempted to still it so far. This product has no value on the streets.
1775291
Most likely something like that could be done. I don't rely on the locks, and take the bikes in the room when we travel. We cable the bikes the folding Wizard rack that we have if we park and go shopping or eat if we can't visually see the bikes. We have pricey bikes, and we regard this as a carrying device, not a foolproof antitheft mechanism.
17974
Unless it is stolen ! Don't be so lazy, what does the literature have to say about a mount and cord.
1759522
I just checked my rack and I don't think it can be locked. I really like mine- so much I got two. No problem so far.
1626402
like all things, it can be stolen. there are straps holding it that can be cut, and nuts and bolts that can be loosened.
1078182
Mine did not come with the rack, however they have them in most stores for about $9.
1867475
Unfortunately there are no security locks on this rack to prevent your bikes from being stolen. Only fasteners to hold them in place.
1626405
No, it has four straps that attach to the tire. So, it could be stolen. But I've never had a problem with anyone tampering with it. You could attach some kind of lock around it though....
333564
What Joshua said and they would need to be rather large wrenches. With that they would end up with a Safari Rack with a shape either needing to be cut with a torch or cut their roof to attach. Really the idea of theft is the least of my concerns with this. A locking pin-not a bad idea but not a necessity IMHO.