As bicycle ownership goes up and up, bike crime figures tend to do the same. However, there’s now an affordable way to put the brakes on bicycle theft from the UK’s homes. Several manufacturers are now building uniquely designed bike storage units, specially designed for households.
Trimetals‘ ‘Protect a Cycle’ storage unit
Manufactured in the UK and has a Secured By Design mark – the Police-preferred specification.
The Protect a Cycle has received wide acclaim in product tests by leading cycle magazines and, in addition to the Secured By Design mark, it has also been certified by the Loss Prevention Board so it helps attract policy discounts from leading insurers.
“Cycles are now very fashionable and lots of people invest significant amounts of money in personalising their bikes. Most cyclists will have strong locks to protect their prize possessions while out and about, but often overlook security at home.
“Bicycle thieves often check the easier pickings of rickety sheds, back gardens and open hallway doors. The Protect a Cycle unit is the ideal way to avoid becoming the next victim,” said a spokesperson for Trimetals.
The unit is supplied as a comprehensive package, which includes an integral metal floor, two stainless steel hasps with padlocks and a ground anchor with a flexible metal security cable. The totally enclosed PVC-coated, galvanised steel design is guaranteed for 25 years and protects cycles against theft and the weather.
Protect a Cycle is available in two colour options – two tone green or cream. It stands 1.33m high, is 1.96m wide and 0.89m deep, and is large enough to accommodate up to three full-size adult cycles.
Protect a Cycle™ Benefits
- Tested and certified by the Loss Prevention Certification Board (awarded the LPS1175 Security Rating 1)
- The first and only “Secured By Design – Police Preferred Specification” cycle store.
- Padlocks, ground anchor and security cable included.
- Easy to use – patented spring assisted opening action.
- Integral metal base included complete with fixings for securing to concrete.
- PVC coated galvanised panels – 25 year guarantee.
- Generous size – stores up to 3 adult bikes.
- Quality build – all stainless steel fasteners.
- Easy assembly – main components are factory assembled.
- Simple instructions – clear step by step illustrated instructions.
- Maintenance free – lasting good looks (no painting).
- Fire resistant – complies with National Building Regulations.
- Choice of colours – either two tone green or all cream.
