

A standard blade sawed through the cables in 52 seconds and just 15 with a tungsten blade. It performed perfectly after weather testing, and chilling and hammering only left a dent in the lock case.

The flexible nature makes it adaptable to what you lock it to, though it can be a little stiff, so hold the pressure while pushing the two locking ends together. The design keeps weight down and provides plenty of flexibility.Ĭarrying the lock is easy, either leave it straight and strap to your top tube or lock it into its circular shape and strap it between the seat and top tube. The Litelok Gold’s design combines a heavyweight disc lock mechanism with a mushroom stud and socket connection set within a sturdy steel casing joined by a nylon mesh-clad series of steel cables. Shackle size: 265mm (circular diameter).The Litelok Gold proved surprisingly effective in testing. You will definitely need a second lock or some accessory cables to properly secure all the extremities of your ride though. The relatively shallow shackle is bolstered by a big 85mm width, so even with its compact size our tester was still able to safely get it through the frame and back wheel of their bike.
EBIKE LOCK PORTABLE
Only a lowly performance on the tensile (pull) test gave any cause for concern, but being able to withstand 28kN is more than enough to see off most compact, portable bottle jacks easily. It’s built to last with excellent weather protection, and it’s a tough cookie when it comes to sawing, twisting and grinding. These ergonomic touches add a little extra to what is a solid-performing little lock. It makes carrying easy thanks to the two built-in prongs that are designed to slip into your jeans pocket, or behind a belt. Hiplok’s DX combines a compact D-lock with a casing that protects your bike with soft-touch materials. The Hiplok DX is a good shout if you’re looking for a lock to take with you on the go.
