Securing bikes outside

[illmonkey]

We have limited space at the office where we can store bikes outside, so, I've gone for a few of the below, allowing the bikes to be angled, keeping the walk through clear. Where they are is also covered, and behind a rather large locked gate. But, the gate is on a busy street in a town centre and a lot of people in neighbouring shops will have a code for it, so there is potential for it to be left open (even though we'll try to stop this)

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Velo-Hinge-Home-Mounted-S...

Now I need a way to lock the bikes up. What's best for this? I was thinking wall anchor, so a D-lock can go on the frame into the anchor, if you're extra cautious a cable to attach the wheels. Or are there generally better solutions for bikes outside? We've only got about 4m x 80cm for the 5-6 bikes (hence them on an angle).

If it helps, I don't have access to the other side of the wall, so fixings will have to be from our side. Cost isn't much of a problem, we need a good solution.

Edited by illmonkey on Thursday 8th September 12:01

[Black can man]

No matter what lock you buy, if someone wants it bad enough they will nick it.

[TwistingMyMelon]

Indeed I agree, if people want to nick it they will

I would budget for a decent security camera with some big stickers as well, something like A Y-Cam in an overlooking window if possible

I would also put a big powerful LED Floodlight on it as well

Giving everyone one of these could be handy: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/like/282051896258?lpid=1...

But I would be varied how many false alarms you will get

[illmonkey]

2 security cameras cover the entrances, and they are very obvious. Signs will go up too.

I understand if someone wants them, they'll be gone, but I'd rather move them along! Alarms might be worth a go at £10. thanks.

[TwistingMyMelon]

Fit a hinge on the door as well so it closes behind , although they often foul, or don't close properly

[illmonkey]

There is a slow closer, but there is also a pin to hold it open for bins etc. I imagine it'll be left more often than not!