Locks that work

My GF bought one of the copies of that lock.

The barrel failed within about two weeks, making it impossible to unlock.

Fortunately it wasn't on her bike at the time.

Avoid.

For those looking for a new lock, SportPursuit have Abus Granit 54 X Plus on offer for the next couple of days for £54

http://www.sportpursuit.com/sales/abus-bike-locks/granit-54-xplus-230-eazykf

NB: You might need to create an account to view the details

Anyone aware of any good wall fixings to lock two bikes to? It just needs to be a loop that mounts into the wall somehow, but searching google isn't yeilding great results. I need to lock my bikes up when they're inside to get insurance.

Also how is the fahg chain considered to be compared to a D-lock? (haven't search for this yet, just being lazy)

Try searching for wall anchors.

Cool, think I'm going to get a couple of these: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/310478292195?hlp=false

I've just ordered an Abus Granit X-Plus 54, and am deciding on the second lock. The OnGuard Brute seems a really good choice, but I have two questions:

1) Which of those would people recommend as primary (rear wheel) and secondary (front wheel) locks.

2) Would it actually be better to get the smaller OnGuard Brute *Mini *to guard against bottle jacking?

If you're in the UK, I haven't seen the OnGuard Brute Mini on sale here. If you're in another country, or buying it online, the Brute Mini can be used as a main lock, just as the Kryptonite Fahg Mini. Keep in mind that such mini locks are only smaller versions of the best main locks, and as such are very weighty.

The Secondary Locks thread may provide lighter alternatives. Of course, lighter does mean weaker, if all things are equal. It seems your two choices so far are both main locks, but that is no bad thing,.......unless cycling longer distances, or you are small, or have a bad back.

My journey times for commuting are normally under 30mins, and I always carry a bag with me, so the weight isn't TOO much of an issue.

Although a slightly different design, I've seen this version of the Brute Mini on sale here (model designation 5112). Is this the same one as recommended?
I guess it's just personal choice as they would seem to be similarly rated. Was just wondering whether the smaller lock would be a good decision because of the issue with bottle jacking.

I'd not seen that version of the Brute Mini before, and it does look worryingly plasticky. If the weight is similar to the old Brute Mini, then get it. If it's much lighter, it can't be as strong. Surprisingly cheap though, and that is a bit odd.

Onguard have changed the design of all their locks, They all look like that now whic is annoying as it makes them look cheaper and probably more inviting to a thief. I like the more square bend though

I'd seen that myself later on. I also agree that it was a mistake to change the design. Now it looks like locks for kids.

Kids can be locked up reasonably well with just zipties, no need to spend so much.

Has anyone had bad experiences with OnGuard locks jamming? Read a number of reports of this over the web, but they seem to be from a few years ago. Wondering whether this issue has been resolved.

I don't know about OnGuard specifically, but some locks are better designed than others, especially regarding weather-proofing. Kryptonite have a great reputation in this respect, whereas others need more care, and in some cases, regular applications of graphite grease.

http://www.maplin.co.uk/graphite-lock-lubricant-444745
http://demonpowerproducts.co.uk/product_info.php/hudy-106210-graphite-grease-p-4106

I'd seen that myself later on. I also agree that it was a mistake to change the design. Now it looks like locks for kids.

Kids can be locked up reasonably well with just zipties, no need to spend so much.

can we please have signatures in the forum?
I would like to have this in mine

Now had three On Guard locks in the last 12 months, all failed (two were distro replacements in case you were wondering why I persisted). Still got a bike locked at work despite my best efforts. Avoid!

I agree with GA2G regarding the fact that some locks are better than others with regards weather-proofing. I have an oldish Kryptonite New York that spends most of its life outside at work. It has a sliding flap in the lock mechanism which keeps out the crap. On the other hand a recently purchased Abus U-Mini 401 which has no protection against the elements. I did however manage to slide over a cut out section of old 26" inner tube and this provides excellent protection keeping out everything.

Incidentally the Abus Mini is a sod to capture an MTB frame's seat stays rear rim and a bike stand. What a fight.

^reported.

Hi, sorry if this has been mentioned already, but there's a 'premium' model of ABUS' folding locks:
http://www.abus.com/eng/Mobile-Security/Bike-safety-and-security/Locks/Folding-locks/Bordo-Granit-X-Plus-6500

They are getting really popular in Berlin (the whole 'Bordo' line, not this one in particular).

I had one for a month; hated it because the handling is completely annoying.

Folding locks; what happens if a thief picks the bike up & twists it? In my mind the pins holding the plates together pop out?

Now had three On Guard locks in the last 12 months, all failed (two were distro replacements in case you were wondering why I persisted). Still got a bike locked at work despite my best efforts. Avoid!

My Brute has a very good sliding cover for the keyhole which keeps out water. It would be interesting knowing which OnGuard you had. The Brute has a completely different locking mechanism to the cheaper ones - never had a problem in 1 year of constant outdoors use. And its SOOO much cheaper!

Hi, sorry if this has been mentioned already, but there's a 'premium' model of ABUS' folding locks:
http://www.abus.com/eng/Mobile-Security/Bike-safety-and-security/Locks/Folding-locks/Bordo-Granit-X-Plus-6500

They are getting really popular in Berlin (the whole 'Bordo' line, not this one in particular).

I had one for a month; hated it because the handling is completely annoying.

As discussed on pignonfixe.com, the design is faulty. I won't say how for obvious purposes, but basically, it's not that safe.

Hi, I need to buy a lock for my daughter who's at Uni in Leeds, thinking about the above lock and the cable that goes with it. Any good ???

Thanks
Sean

https://www.lfgss.com/thread17938.html

Thanks Rogan, I did try, but didn't know what to put in the search engine !!!