As always we should only consider those that are rated Sold Secure Silver or Gold, depending on our risk levels. The frame mount is a simple plastic cradle which you can either screw into the holes in your frame that are designed for a water bottle cradle (the screws and hex key are included), or fasten anywhere on your frame using plastic ties (also included). I am now the proud owner of a D1000. No-one has tried to break it yet, so it's not been tested. One thing I would say, though, is it's bloody heavy. In fact, it’s highly unlikely that anything but an angle grinder will be able to cut through the Litelok Core.

Out of the box, the FS 500 felt sturdier than my three-year-old X-Plus 6500, and after testing, I found that the FS 500 offered increased usability. However, although that’s a bit annoying, I never had any problems with the case working loose or moving about when it was fastened with the Velcro straps.For Bikerumor, Jessie-May is testing the latest mountain bikes, equipment and kit, letting readers know what’s hot and what’s not.

The Litelok is cheaper and lighter but less secure than the Hiplok. So it depends on your budget and just how risky that train station is! Great to hear from you! Sounds like an interesting project, one that I’d be happy to help with where possible.It may even be that one of our brands featured has a product that isn’t listed above that is better suited to you. Therefore we shall give you a list of manufactures to help your search become that little bit easier. However, I’ve returned to using it for bike rides, and short cafe stops where my bike will remain nearby. SeatyGo is a patented ground-breaking bike saddle. SeatyGo allows you to easily detach your saddle from the rails and take it on the go, ensuring your saddle always stays safe and dry. The Urban model has a narrow yet ergonomic saddle, designed for urban riders who like to combine style and comfort. It was created for the daily needs of urban commuters with an emphasis on comfortable support Don’t forget that wheels, saddles, and other components may be secured by relatively weightless and effortless Hexlox. The Abus Bordo 6000, which has been rated Sold Secure Silver for as long as I remember, has just been demoted to Bronze!

I use the Kryptonite Kryptoflex every time I leave my bike secured in a busy public area and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend it. I tried both, and both worked well. You do get the slightly annoying bits of trailing plastic if you go with the second option, but you could always trim them off with a pair of scissors if you're really fussy like me. Again, they’ve taken the proven design of the Compact, but this time, they’ve made it more portable and lightweight.Jessie-May Morgan is the UK & Ireland Tech Editor of Bikerumor. She has been writing about Mountain Bike Riding and Racing, and all its weird and wonderful technology for 4 years. Prior to that, she was an Intern at the Mountain Bike Center of Scotland, and a Mountain Bike Coach and Leader in the Tweed Valley. Having said that, the Legend has 15 mm links which although theoretically crop-able, are very unlikely to be cut by even the biggest bolt cutters. Such croppers would also need to be wielded by a heavy man who knows exactly what they’re doing! Alongside the Allen keys and hex bolts for mounting, you’ll also receive three laser-cut sidewinder keys with a key duplication card. It's worth remembering that Sold Secure base their testing criteria on inside information from the police and insurers on the techniques that thieves are actually using in the streets. The Fahgettaboudit uses higher-quality materials than the OnGuard Brute, which justifies its more expensive price. If you can afford the extra money, the Fahgettaboudit will last you longer.

part of this service, you will also be signed up to receive occasional special offers and third-party When securing a bike, it’s a good idea to prioritise the most valuable components. In most cases, this will be the frame and wheels of your bike. What about to a battery powered grinder?" doesn't seem like a particularly grammatically correct question if we're going to go down that route ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Not everyone will have that option though (either they won't have the necessary holes in their frame or there will be something else already in the way, e.g. the water cradle). So it’s nice to have the plastic ties as well. By encompassing all of your bike’s most expensive components with its 5.5mm hardened TREDUR steel plates, most bike thieves won’t stand a chance.I've spoken with Roger Seal, the Marketing Manager for ABUS and he verified the content found within this article. I spoke with Guy McCaffery, the Sold Secure Lab Manager, who was happy to talk me through each rating. German engineering is known to be some of the best in the world, and attention to detail is cleary something ABUS do well. Your rear wheel is usually the second most expensive component on your bike, so this takes priority over the front wheel. I was extremely impressed with the feel and build quality of the FS 500, it’s designed to last and is built from top quality materials.