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Urban Design Observations: What’s Up With This Bike Lock?

On Elizabeth Street I passed these two bicycles and one moped shackled to a bike rack.

The silver bike has had its seat stolen. The rust on the chain suggests the owner subsequently declined to retrieve his or her bike.

The silver bike’s lock drew my eye.

Why would someone do such a thing? My only guess is they want to keep the keyhole from rusting when the bike is left in the rain. I never use a bike lock so can’t imagine what other advantage this might offer. Bike lock users among you, what’s your explanation?

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