Pocket size ski lock?

deadheadskier · Nov 24, 2008

molecan's unfortunate situation got me thinking maybe it's about time I start locking my skis. I typically just separate over the years and never had an issue.

Anyone recommend a decent pocket size lock? One that isn't too bulky and preferably won't crack your ribs if you crash on top of it. :lol:

snowmonster · Nov 24, 2008

Dakine, Burton and other manufacturers sell a pocket sized version with a retractable leash for about $15. Most ski shops and resorts carry them. I keep one in my jacket all the time. Small enough not to be a bother. In summer, it doubles as my bike's seat lock.

Moe Ghoul · Nov 24, 2008

I have a pocketlock. The downside with some of them is the short cable which can be a PITA depending on the type of ski racks. Be sure to check cable length.

Trekchick · Nov 24, 2008

I have one made by dakine. I never used one until I got the bros with the duke bindings. I was warned by far too many folks on the lift about my "sweet set up" so I decided to protect my investment.

A lock won't necessarily stop theft, but it will slow 'em down.

Warp Daddy · Nov 24, 2008

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Size: Fits easily into a pocket. Measures only 3" high x 2.5" wide x .75" thick.
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Plenty of uses: Lock your skis, snowboards or bike.

Our comment: Most locks of this size only have a 3 foot cable. The 4 foot cable allows you to lock around a tree or multiple items.

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o3jeff · Nov 24, 2008

I have the older version of this one http://www.ems.com/catalog/product_detail_square.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442595132&emssrcid=GoogleBase

Can probably be cut fairly easy, but hopefully they see it and move on to an unlocked pair.

riverc0il · Nov 24, 2008

snowmonster said:
Dakine, Burton and other manufacturers sell a pocket sized version with a retractable leash for about $15. Most ski shops and resorts carry them. I keep one in my jacket all the time. Small enough not to be a bother. In summer, it doubles as my bike's seat lock.

+1

I have a three digit retractable lock. I lock everywhere. Even MRG. Overly cautious? Maybe. But I have never had a ski stolen.

Greg · Nov 24, 2008

Does anyone ever just lock their lock on a rack or fence? I've never used a lock, but if I did, I wouldn't want to carry it around with me. I got enough junk in my pockets as it is.

RootDKJ · Nov 24, 2008

I have one of these as well. I'm fortunate that Blue has a free ski check, so I've never needed to use it there. Anywhere else I use it all the time.

riverc0il · Nov 24, 2008

Greg said:
Does anyone ever just lock their lock on a rack or fence? I've never used a lock, but if I did, I wouldn't want to carry it around with me. I got enough junk in my pockets as it is.

I used to do this. This creates problems when there are multiple lodges or racks that get cluttered. My lock weighs less than my wallet, so I see the extra weight as negligible.

deadheadskier · Nov 24, 2008

I wonder how long until GPS tracking technology chips are imbedded into ski gear, seems like that would solve the problem right there or severely deter many crooks. Heck if they can implant them in the family dog, why not gear?

I'd imagine some tech company is probably working on it as I type this.

drjeff · Nov 24, 2008

riverc0il said:
I used to do this. This creates problems when there are multiple lodges or racks that get cluttered. My lock weighs less than my wallet, so I see the extra weight as negligible.

+1, my lock is no bigger than my wallet or digicam or cell phone. Not using it and having my skis walk far, far, far outweigh the need to put one more small item in one of my pockets.

Basically what I carry with me while on the hill in my various pockets: Car/house keys, wallet, cell phone, digicam(most days), lock, baseball cap, gum, lip balm and then occassionally some extra face protection layers or hand/toe warmer packets.

bvibert · Nov 25, 2008

Greg said:
Does anyone ever just lock their lock on a rack or fence? I've never used a lock, but if I did, I wouldn't want to carry it around with me. I got enough junk in my pockets as it is.

The locks are so small you won't even notice it, at least I never did. So much so that I never remembered to even use it, that's why I stopped carrying it... I really should find it or buy a new one and start using it again...

Warp Daddy · Nov 25, 2008

bvibert said:
The locks are so small you won't even notice it, at least I never did. So much so that I never remembered to even use it, that's why I stopped carrying it... I really should find it or buy a new one and start using it again...

Yep good idea -- its CHEAP insurance

Glenn · Nov 25, 2008

Mine looks like this...but has a key instead of a combo thingy. I picked it up for $15-$17 at the local Sports Authority last year. Get the longest cable you can find. All the racks at Mount Snow are tall. I'm sure it helps with keeping the skis in place...but the distance from the rear binding to the rack is really far. I end up having to put our skis on the end of the rack so I have enough cable to loop around.

Moe Ghoul · Nov 25, 2008

Glenn said:
Mine looks like this...but has a key instead of a combo thingy. I picked it up for $15-$17 at the local Sports Authority last year. Get the longest cable you can find. All the racks at Mount Snow are tall. I'm sure it helps with keeping the skis in place...but the distance from the rear binding to the rack is really far. I end up having to put our skis on the end of the rack so I have enough cable to loop around.

That's the one I have and glenn explains its shortcoming perfectly. It could use about another 1ft. of cable.

drjeff · Nov 25, 2008

Moe Ghoul said:
That's the one I have and glenn explains its shortcoming perfectly. It could use about another 1ft. of cable.

I've come to realize that with shorter and shorter skis and no change in the standard ski/boardack height that short of carrying 2 locks, there's just no way that you can pass a lock cable through the bindings and around most, if not all ski/board racks, and forget about trying to lock up a couple of pairs of skis this way

I don't even bother passing the cable through the brakes, and just basically in a figure 8 fashion pass the cable around my skis/rack right next to where a loop/rail on the rack is. Theoretically could a person set on picking by skis off get them, yup. But, 98% of the time, just having to fiddle around with the cable to get the skis will be enough of a deterrant to make the a-hole that wants to take them move onto another UNLOCKED target.

deadheadskier · Nov 25, 2008

You know, I think my biggest deterrent for theft is that in general, my gear is typically 3-5 years old and most crooks couldn't be bothered. I like my skis, but I don't think most people would look at them and be like, 'man, I'd pay big money for that guy's skis' :lol: Most of the time, I do separate them at base areas though.....

madskier6 · Nov 25, 2008

deadheadskier said:
Most of the time, I do separate them at base areas though.....

GSS told me that only gapers do that when I volunteered that this is normally what I do as well. I don't agree with him. I know smart thieves will look for the matching ski if they really want to steal them but I figure it's the least I can do to prevent losing my skis.

drjeff · Nov 25, 2008

madskier6 said:
GSS told me that only gapers do that when I volunteered that this is normally what I do as well. I don't agree with him. I know smart thieves will look for the matching ski if they really want to steal them but I figure it's the least I can do to prevent losing my skis.

It's not to difficult to see how a potential thief(a-hole) walking around the racks with 1 ski looking for the other wouldn'r really raise much suspiscion. Playing around with a lock though, that's much more likely to raise suspicion, especially when there are so many unlocked skis/boards in and around your typical base area.

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