Don't Lock Up Like This

From this morning, at the always full bike rack (see the second picture) at Monroe and the river, next to Starbucks.

Don't be That Guy.

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Permalink Reply by Gage B. on September 13, 2016 at 1:42pm

Someone should lock a 4th u-lock to it and remove it the next day. Maybe they will get the message.

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Permalink Reply by Tom A.K. on September 13, 2016 at 1:49pm

Cyclist: Please lock up like this.

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Permalink Reply by JMinHP on September 13, 2016 at 1:50pm

The more I think about this, the more I feel for the owner. This bike is less than $100 from Walmart (currently online for $80). The fact that they used 3 U-locks to secure the bike likely means that it is a significant investment for that person. Also, being a Walmart bike, this rider is probably new to biking. I say we take it easy, educate the rider, and welcome them into the bike commute with open arms instead of derision. Just my 2 cents after thinking about it some more.

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Permalink Reply by Tom A.K. on September 13, 2016 at 1:52pm

A BIG + one!

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Permalink Reply by Anne Alt on September 13, 2016 at 2:52pm

Yes. Leaving a nicer note is a better thing.

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Permalink Reply by Ryan D on September 13, 2016 at 1:57pm

I agree, hence my not putting a snarky letter, locking the bike, etc. If this is a new rider, I hope they keep riding. However, we should help them understand that when they do this, it's very inconsiderate of all of the other riders trying to use the racks.