![]() ![]() ![]() Keep one at home, one at work and one on your keyring Multiple keys: Multiple keys are essential, with manufacturers such as OnGuard offering up to five with a lock.Check the weight of the barrel because if it’s heavy that’s a sure sign it’s armoured Lock barrel: Manufacturers will centre the lock mechanism in the barrel.A cloth or sponge cover is handy to keep your pride and joy looking nice and to prevent the lock from corroding Protection: Nobody wants a bare metal lock clattering against their frame.The smaller the internal diameter of the links the better, as this gives less space for a lever that can be used to break the link to be inserted Links: Chains are made up of links hoops joined together.In our case, it’s our bikes to something sturdy Shackle: We know the shackle as the D-shaped part of a D-lock/U-lock or padlock.Key: There are various types of keys, but all work a lock mechanism by moving pins or discs into alignment to allow the lock plug to be turned and open the lock.Here’s a breakdown of all the key lock lingo that you need to know: Two budget locks that are wildly different in style and key/lock-cylinder types are sometimes better than just one expensive lock. If a thief is adept at picking a certain type of lock and has the tools to do so, it’s less likely they will also have the tools or the knowledge to pick a completely different type. Stability when carried on the bike is essential. However, be careful how you handle it and don’t drop it on your favourite lightweight carbon frame. It’s a strong solution and one we’d recommend for home use only.įor the money, you are getting a lot of lock and one that’ll work on multiple bikes at the same time – thread it through a floor or wall anchor and you can secure two or three bikes. The lock cylinder is good against pick attacks and the links are some of the toughest on test. Bolt-cropping on the links was middling, but on the lock shackle much more impressive. ![]() The Homie is well protected against corrosion and hammer tests didn’t affect it either. When using the Homie, be careful not to drop it onto a frame tube because that 4.2kg of weight will cause some damage. The individual links are made from hardened steel, as is the shackle to protect the cylinder lock. The Homie, at 1.5m long, is designed to thread through multiple bikes, and as the name suggests, is for home use. The Hiplok Homie Chain Lock is ideal for home use. It didn’t last long against the angle grinder though. Torsion tests had little effect, and it proved itself in the tensile test too. The Litelok took a massive amount of abuse (222.5kN) from the bolt cropper. A standard blade sawed through the cables in 52 seconds and just 15 with a tungsten blade. It performed perfectly after weather testing, and chilling and hammering only left a dent in the lock case. The flexible nature makes it adaptable to what you lock it to, though it can be a little stiff, so hold the pressure while pushing the two locking ends together. The design keeps weight down and provides plenty of flexibility.Ĭarrying the lock is easy, either leave it straight and strap to your top tube or lock it into its circular shape and strap it between the seat and top tube. The Litelok Gold’s design combines a heavyweight disc lock mechanism with a mushroom stud and socket connection set within a sturdy steel casing joined by a nylon mesh-clad series of steel cables. Shackle size: 265mm (circular diameter).The Litelok Gold proved surprisingly effective in testing. You will definitely need a second lock or some accessory cables to properly secure all the extremities of your ride though. The relatively shallow shackle is bolstered by a big 85mm width, so even with its compact size our tester was still able to safely get it through the frame and back wheel of their bike. Only a lowly performance on the tensile (pull) test gave any cause for concern, but being able to withstand 28kN is more than enough to see off most compact, portable bottle jacks easily. It’s built to last with excellent weather protection, and it’s a tough cookie when it comes to sawing, twisting and grinding. These ergonomic touches add a little extra to what is a solid-performing little lock. It makes carrying easy thanks to the two built-in prongs that are designed to slip into your jeans pocket, or behind a belt. Hiplok’s DX combines a compact D-lock with a casing that protects your bike with soft-touch materials. The Hiplok DX is a good shout if you’re looking for a lock to take with you on the go. ![]()
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