Subject: Create memories with the family

From: Local Artisans Newsletter <[email-masked]>
Date: Tue, 09 Sep 2014 11:51:14 -0700

As fall arrives, we wont be able to enjoy things like outdoor festivals, swimming 
or hiking. 

If you refuse to become a couch potato this fall you will love 
this years top DIY hobby... 
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** Woodworking **

This has become more than just building a bird feeder. 
You can create anything from a dog house to an outdoor barn. 

View 3-D Plans
->  http://www.gypoil.com/diy/craft/blueprint/download.html

Along with the blueprints, you now have an expert at your disposal to 
answer any questions. 

- DIY Enthusiasts Weekly
09.09.2014

ECQ Group
1948 abbey ln
danville, indiana 46122
http://www.gypoil.com/9kr/2dfv/4tgfd/wq12.kmjy7

His existing Trek FX 7.3 was bought new some years ago at a very good 'prior-model-year' price (has 'deore' derailleurs + quick-release wheels + generally in good condition as he has not ridden a lot) and more importantly is all set up for to safely operate using only his left hand.
I was initially reluctant to take his Trek to university due to concerns about it getting stolen - and have explored how to set-up the single-handed operation on an extra bike (see separate thread where I got some great advice). We never activated an additional bike as my son did not see the real need for one at university due to his then location.
t is only now that he has moved into new accommodation further from the university that my son is wanting access to a bike.
He thinks he can store the bike in his house - Regardless of which bike we will obviously need a good lock to secure bike while leaving bike unattended. 
On reflection I wonder if I am being unduly protective of the Trek which in reality is no longer a new bike and whose monetary (as opposed to any sentimental) value is presumably significantly less than what I paid. Thus why am I even thinking about getting an extra (used) bike with the hassle of getting it set up to operate safely with one hand ?I would just stick with the 7.3 and practice both safe and smart locking practices. Most bikes that get stolen are either locked with a cheap cable lock or left out over night. If a bike isn't staying in the same place for the better part of the day (or god forbid over night) then theft is less of a concern. A good strategy with a u-lock is the way to go. If he's going to park the bike at the same place everyday, he could even keep a second u-lock on the rack for additional security but without the need to carry two u-locks on the bike.