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Pros Tough to cut, easy to use, long enough to fit nearly any rackQuite secure, long shackle makes it versatile, lighter than mostWearable design, solid security, easy to useVery secure, mounts to bike, convenient size for locking upIncredible security, non-marring rubber coating, smooth keyway that's protected from the elements
Cons Annoying to transport, iced up in cold, unprotected keyholeAnnoying keyway, average mount, tough to transportNot lightweight, uncomfortable with some backpacks, priceyHeavy, bulky to transportExpensive, heavy, small locking radius, requires aftermarket carrying method
Bottom Line An easy to use, versatile lock that's surprisingly tough to cut, though tough to transportA surprisingly difficult to cut U-lock that's an upgrade on its predecessor but continues to have annoying keyway and lackluster mountThe innovative design of this wearable chain lock increases this heavy lock's portability, which is great news for regular bike commutersA great choice for high-risk areas that need higher securityA nearly uncuttable lock that's nice to use and soft on your bike, but it's heavy, very expensive and a tad small
Rating Categories Abus Ivera 7210 Kryptonite KryptoLok Hiplok Original: Su... Kryptonite New York... Hiplok D1000 Bike Lock
Security (40%)
8.0
8.0
6.0
9.0
10.0
Ease of Transport (25%)
5.0
6.0
8.0
4.0
3.0
Ease of Use (20%)
8.0
7.0
7.0
7.0
6.0
Versatility (15%)
8.0
7.0
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5.0
Specs Abus Ivera 7210 Kryptonite KryptoLok Hiplok Original: Su... Kryptonite New York... Hiplok D1000 Bike Lock
Measured weight (lbs) 2.8 lbs 2.5 lbs 4.3 lbs 4.4 lbs 4.2 lbs
Type of lock Chain U-Lock + cable Wearable chain U-Lock U-Lock
Primary materials/thickness 7mm hardened steel square chain 12.7mm hardened steel 8mm hardened steel chain, 600D polyester sleeve 16mm hardened steel 20mm graphene reinforced hardened steel
Locking dimension 42" circumference U-lock: 4" x 9"; Cable 5' 33.5" circumference, 2" width 8" x 4" 6" x 3.5"
# of keys included 2 keys 2 keys 3 keys 3 keys (one with LED light) 3 coded keys
Defeated by tin snips? No No No No No
Defeated by hammer? No No No No No
Defeated by hacksaw? No No No No No
Defeated by 36" bolt cutters? No No No No no
Defeated by angle grinder? Yes, 60s Yes, 65s Yes Yes, 90s Yes, 9 min
Number of angle grinder cuts to defeat lock 2 cuts (except one spot) 2 cuts 1 cut 2 cuts 2 cuts