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What nobody tells you before your first delivery

The pay traps, safety risks and gear regrets that catch delivery riders out. Built from rider reports on DoorDash, Uber Eats, Grubhub and Instacart forums, plus city labor data.

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	locksKryptonite New York Fahgettaboutit Mini Bike	locksKryptonite Evolution Mini-7
Score	8.0 / 10	8.0 / 10
Pros	Same 18mm shackle and double deadbolt security as the Standard, in a lighter, more compact body Tight interior clearance removes leverage room thieves need for spreading tools Threads through a rear triangle quickly — faster to deploy on quick restaurant stops	Light at 3.1 lbs — easy to carry all shift 13mm hardened shackle handles most bolt-cutter scenarios for short stops Sold Secure Gold rating verifies real-world tested security
Cons	Smaller opening struggles with thick posts, wide racks, or some e-bike frames Still heavy relative to lower-security locks — not a lock you forget you're carrying	13mm shackle is noticeably weaker than the New York's 18mm against sustained attacks Not ideal for long unattended periods in high-theft areas