Bicycle Locks

[The Critic]

I need a bicycle lock for my 12AM runs to the Safeway.

One of the locks that I am considering is an Onguard Beast 5017:

Amazon sells it for $52 shipped. I think it should be good enough for protecting my HardRock in most areas.

However, I understand that Kryptonite's New York Fahgettaboudit U-LOCK is pretty darn good. It is also a lot lighter than the Onguard chain lock. However, is it as good?

What do you guys think?

 

[Familyguy]

That's pretty heavy duty. I have a buddy that bikes into Manhattan and he swears by the Kryptonite U-Lock.

Just curious...where do you live that you've got to worry about punks stealing your bike while you're in the market?

 

[bepperb]

Whatever lock you're most likely to keep using. I've had two bikes stolen and they were both when I left it on a porch for an hour while I was inside.

I cut through a Kryptonite u lock with a hacksaw about ten years ago. A regular blade wouldn't work, I had to use a carbide-grit coated blade. Took about an hour. Unbelieveably difficult. Of course, a die grinder would have worked much faster.

 

[BuickGN]

I curious too.

Do you guys lock it through the frame and rims so no one can run off with a rim?

 

[The Critic]

Originally Posted By: Familyguy
Just curious...where do you live that you've got to worry about punks stealing your bike while you're in the market?


I live in Santa Cruz, CA. This particular section of town is not a place that I would feel comfortable leaving my bike without an super heavy duty lock.

Now, the question is, should I get the huge Onguard chain lock or the Kryptonite U-Lock? Or both?

 

[Familyguy]

Originally Posted By: The Critic
Originally Posted By: Familyguy
Just curious...where do you live that you've got to worry about punks stealing your bike while you're in the market?


I live in Santa Cruz, CA. This particular section of town is not a place that I would feel comfortable leaving my bike without an super heavy duty lock.

Now, the question is, should I get the huge Onguard chain lock or the Kryptonite U-Lock? Or both?


Whichever one comes with a .357 to use on bike thieves....

 

[rpn453]

Does the chain have a frame mount? That's a must-have for me.

Originally Posted By: BuickGN
Do you guys lock it through the frame and rims so no one can run off with a rim?


If I'm leaving it for more than a couple of minutes, I use a U-Lock on the frame and I run a 6' Kryptonite cable through both wheels and the suspension fork (where applicable). The cable would be easy to cut, but there's plenty of bikes that are easier to steal than mine.

 

[AHC]

Start with a lock that is insured or can be insured to about the value of your bike. That’s a good starting point. If you can’t afford to lose your bike under any circumstances, get the chain you’ve researched or the top u lock. Remember to run a cable through the non locked wheel if necessary. Buy a Kryptonite or On Guard (cheaper).

 

[zoomzoomlx]

I'd recommend going with a Kryptonite. I've used one for over a year and never had a problem with it.

 

[bigbird_1]

Stocks locks. I've been using one for over 5 years. Really secure and not too heavy.
Linl: http://www.stocksmfg.on.ca/dir.html

 

[HTSS_TR]

Sorry to bring back an old thread.

What do you guys think about "Avenir Standard U-Lock and Cable Lock Duo" ?

It is $19 at Amazon and free shipping with Prime, the reviews is decent. The bike worth about $200-250, I don't want to spend more than $20-25 for a lock (10%). Is there any better lock with similar cost ?

 

[heathenbrewing]

Not a fan of long shackles since a bottle jack will make short work of them unless you completely fill the U. A bit more, but well worth it imo:

http://www.amazon.com/OnGuard-Bulldog-50...1392&sr=8-2

 

[nthach]

I've got an OnGuard Bulldog Mini which has kept my steed safe on the streets of Oakland...