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Litelok doesn’t claim the X1 is angle grinder proof, and it’s not, but it takes two cuts to free a bike and a single cut will trash a grinder disc. That’s enough security for most bikes in most ...

Although U-locks are generally considered to be the most secure type of bike lock, the fact is that a portable angle grinder can typically cut through their shackle in a matter of seconds. Washington, ...

Ben came to MCN back in 1997 fresh from university and dropped plans for a career in law to pursue the dream of writing about bikes for a living. Landing as a junior news reporter he discovered a ...

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Up until now, Litelok has been known for its original lightweight flexible belt-like lock designs, combining tough lock mechanisms with a mesh-like material. The new X1 follows a much more traditional ...

Best U-lock: Kryptonite New-U New York Fahgettaboudit Mini Best chain lock: Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboudit Chain 1415 & New York Disc Lock Most secure bike lock: Hiplok DX1000 Whether you ride ...

In this busy world, a lot can happen in a minute. You can order a coffee, send a tweet, check your email—or lose your unlocked bike to an unscrupulous thief, who will post it on Craigslist in a ...