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BIKE LOCK MUDGUARD | Based on extensive research, MEERKAT combines rear wheel immobiliser, front wheel/frame lock and seat lock into an unobtrusive anti-theft device
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MEERKAT replaces the mudguard with a seatlock, rear wheel immobilizer and wire lock for securing the front wheel andframe into a convenient, unobtrusive anti-theft device
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From the ground up MEERKAT was designed tofit most bike frames. There was also a drive to make its aesthetic as neutralas possible to allow it to match any bike frame
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1.Unlock seat lock with Key fob 2.Rotate up, lock down over seat 3.Unlock wheellock, rotate down, lock through wheel 4.Release wire lock 5.Lock front wheeland frame to post
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Combining the beacon concept with animmobilizer lock was the next development. Illustrator was used to createnumerous concepts based on tall & short beacon configurations
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One concept explored making a lock whichalso acts as a beacon to passersby, creating a subconscious neighbourhood watcheffect, making thieves nervous about approaching it
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Preventing bike theft is almost impossible.However, locking your bike amongst others in a busy area and making it standout as the least attractive to steal is good start