Insufficient security for very high-risk theft environments.Cable allows you to lock up both the frame and front wheel.

Note that the warranty doesn’t apply to people that live in Manhattan (where theft is really high) the brand’s ultra-secure New York lock series is designed specifically for those residents. For added protection, it also comes with a four-foot cable that secures to your front wheel.Īt just under three pounds, this mini U-lock weighs about as much as a textbook and it comes with a free year of Kryptonite’s anti-theft protection plan. It’s designed to be incredibly light for bike messengers (many of whom reside in New York City) that lock and unlock their bike in high-theft areas dozens of times per day, but it’s still strong enough to thwart skilled thieves. So, what if you find yourself frequently parking your bike in high-risk environments but prefer something smaller and lighter? This is where the Kryptonite Evolution Mini 7 Lock comes in handy. Lightweight U-locks are perfect for low-risk areas, while heavy-duty U-locks and chains deliver serious protection in high-risk environments. Too small to lock a bike frame and the wheels.MAX-Performance steel shackle resists bolt cutters and leverage attacks.As an added bonus, the lock is covered by Kryptonite’s lifetime warranty and it comes with three stainless steel keys, on of which contains a small LED light to help you see the lock at night. After all, if you need to lock up your bike frequently, particularly in high-theft areas or for extended periods of time, you need more security. It’s a bit heavy, but all that additional weight adds up to improved security by way of a hardened steel sleeve and a protective vinyl coating. The lock’s disc-style cylinder is both pick- and drill-resistant, and the sliding dust cover helps prevent dirt and debris from finding its way inside the lock. It scores a full 10/10 on the brand’s own safety scale, thanks in part to a patent-pending hardened double deadbolt design that provides enhanced protection against twist and cut attacks. Clocking in at just over 4.5 pounds, the Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboudit Mini U-lock is the most secure, small (3.25 x 6 inches) U-lock on the market.

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