Pinhead locking skewers, etc for Evo Cross? Better alternative?

[Pastabatman]

I've been thinking of putting these on my Evo Cross. I'm not expecting iron clad security, just something good enough (combined with a Kryptonite u-lock) in a not-high crime area while shopping or going to a restaurant. Anybody know which of these (locking skewers, headset lock, seat lock) will work on my Evo Cross? I've replaced the seat post with a BodyFloat (with shim), if that makes a difference.

There is also an add-on for a seat collar, not sure if it would be necessary:

If not Pinhead, is there a better alternative? I'm really hoping for a solution that will allow me to just u-lock, remove headlight & control panel, and go. Thanks for any tips!

 

[Pastabatman]

Reporting back. Front skewer, headset cap, and seat post collar do work well on my Cross. Although the rear skewer is not usable or needed, it's cheaper to buy a set that includes it instead of buying a la carte. The set I bought here includes the seat post collar. With the extra key direct from Pinhead the total was about $85. I'm pleased, ready to hit the town.

 

[pxpaulx]

I looked into these and decided an extra lock for the front wheel and small cable for the seat were enough. I know kryptonite has some skewers that only work if the bike is inverted, which is a good alternative to a locking skewer, but do like the seat and front handle bar locking parts you went with. Thanks for the report!

 

[Pastabatman]

I looked into these and decided an extra lock for the front wheel and small cable for the seat were enough. I know kryptonite has some skewers that only work if the bike is inverted, which is a good alternative to a locking skewer, but do like the seat and front handle bar locking parts you went with. Thanks for the report!

The inversion locking skewer is a neat idea, as it eliminates the key. The good thing about the Pinhead setup is a single key works for all three devices. The seat post lock was essential to protect my BodyFloat. My saddle is still unsecure, but at least it's not a quick release. I'm thinking of adding some kind of discreet cable between the saddle undercarriage and bike frame that remains on the bike.

 

[pxpaulx]

If you employ something like the sheldon brown locking method (through the rear tire, inside the frame triangle, or rear tire and seat post down tube), like this (https://www.sheldonbrown.com/lock-strategy.html) then you could just use a simple cable like the Onguard Akita cable to secure your seat to the U-lock. Currently, I do that plus a second Abus Iven lock (super thick steel braided cable, big enough to sling over my shoulder) through the front wheel/frame. I would still prefer the seat post and headset locks like pinhead though!

 

[Trinity]

I'm happy with my PINHEADLOCKS front axle pinhead and seatpost collar pinhead (to protect my Thudbuster/BrooksSaddle). I've suggested to local friends that if they choose to order PINHEADLOCKS, to get the same Keys. That way, if I lose a key, at least I know a friend has one nearby rather than waiting for a replacement to be shipped.

 

[Trinity]

Forgot to mention in my last post ....

"Solid axle locks use a different key than quick release locks." - pinheadlocks.com