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OnGuard Bulldog MINI TC 5013TC Bicycle U-Lock
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- Double bolt locking mechanism delivers up to 10 tons of pull strength
- Massice 13mm hardened ultra steel shackle provides maximum cut resistance
- Includes five laser cut keys 1 micro light key for nighttime use and 4 extra grip keys or four digit resettable combination on bombo models
- It has 24-40 multi position quick release mounting bracket
- Brand new and ready to ship
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Product Description:
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The On Guard bulldog U-locks are constructed of 13-Millimeter hardened ultra steel shackle with reinforced sleeve over crossbar and cylinder for added security. Available in key or combo lock; keyed locks include 5 laser cut keys (1 lighted) and all tube quick-release mounting bracket. 4.6 Tons pull strength with anti-drill and pick resistance. 13-Millimeter hardened ultra steel shackle with reinforced sleeve over crossbar and cylinder for added security. Bulldog includes free 1-year 1251 dollars anti-theft guarantee.
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Customer Reviews:
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 Less is More, July 25, 2006
By Westlake (West Virginia, USA)
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The OnGuard Bulldog Mini 5013TC is a very strong, high quality mini U-lock, perfect for use in low to medium crime areas. After a long search that involved reading online reviews, articles, and comments on bike forums I settled on this lock as my best choice. It has worked out well.
Any U-lock, even heavy top of the line locks from OnGuard and Kryptonite, can be cut with power tools in a few minutes. Still, those power tools make a hell of a racket, and most thieves want to avoid attention. If you live surrounded by neighbors who consider bicycle theft using power tools to be entertaining performance art, the Bulldog Mini is probably not the lock for you.
For those of us who live in lower crime areas, where the thieves use manual tools, the best mini U locks (such as the Kryptonite and OnGuard minis) can provide protection equal or superior to heavier, more expensive U-locks against brute force attacks. The mini locks don't provide enough space for a thief to insert a large metal bar or a jack, so he can't apply the force necessary to quickly break the lock. The Bulldog Mini is strong enough to resist bolt cutters and the other standard attacks. Still, one should keep in mind that a thief with a good hacksaw, some spare blades, plenty of time, and a strong arm can eventually saw through the shackle of any U lock. It is best to park your bike in a location where such activity would be noticed.
All the Bulldog Mini's surfaces are covered with plastic, to prevent scratching the bike. The lock comes with a carrying bracket that attaches to the bike frame. Five flat keys are provided, including one key with a built-in light. The 3.5" x 5.5" measurement cited in the ad describes the inside of the U locking area, not the entire lock. The lock is large enough to go around a good-sized knobby mountain bike tire and a standard parking meter post. The most recent version of the 5013TC looks a bit different from the old, with a more cylindrical crosspiece and different coloring: mostly black, with some yellow. They are good looking locks.
If you buy a mini lock, consider using bicycle guru Sheldon Brown's lock strategy. (Google "Sheldon Brown's lock strategy" for more info.) According to Brown, a U-lock should go around the rear wheel and through the rear frame triangle to the parking meter or other secure attachment. The U need not enclose any portion of the frame. The rear wheel cannot fit through the triangle, so the prospective thief must cut all the way through the rear wheel and tire -- not easy to do. The alternative to this strategy is to secure just the frame.
One lock alone will not secure both wheels. Another U-bolt would be overkill where I live. I have a 4' cable that I can loop into the Bulldog and around both wheels, but I don't usually bother with it except when there is no post to which I can attach the Bulldog. Cables can be cut by bolt cutters, so they don't provide much security anyway.
127 of 127 people found the above review helpful.
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Ideal Lock, But Delicate Key, February 21, 2009
By An Engineer and Business Person (San Francisco, CA USA)
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I purchased both this lock, and the Kryptonite Evolution Series 4 Standard Bicycle U-Lock with Bracket (4-Inch x 9-Inch). These are the two locks that are considered to be near the top of the list for U-Lock security.
The very top is the Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboutit Mini Bicycle U-Lock (3.25 x 6-Inch), but I decided against that one due to weight and cost issues. My bike is old and new was only about $1000 when new, and so it isn't going to be the target that a more expensive bike would be.
Between this lock and the Kryptonite Series 4, both are high security. The reason I was in the market for a lock was that I had a cheap U lock cut with a pair of bolt cutters by an apartment manager unhappy that I had locked a bike to a railing. He sliced through that cheap U-lock silently, like butter, and both of these locks have been tested against that and neither lock was cuttable by bolt cutters. However, both can be defeated by a determined thief with power tools and a couple of minutes.
Both locks give you several sets of keys (at least 4) and let you either write down a code or register the code and they'll send free keys if you ask. Both locks include one lighted key, but the thing is huge and takes up so much room on my key chain that I took it off because I've really never needed the dim light it provides. Nice concept, but worthless - you can feel the key hole if it's pitch black.
Neither lock has a decent mounting system. They both come included with one that really only works on a 21" frame, the biggest bike for the tallest riders, because it needs too much space to pull out to mount it on the seat tube. Me and everyone else I've seen just ends up hanging the lock over their handlebars. The lock is rubber coated so it won't scratch your handlebars. If you do that, and you will, be sure to remove the mounting piece on the U lock that clicks into the mounting bracket. Click the bracket onto it and twist the mounting piece off. The mounting piece can be seen as the thick collar over the left post of the U lock where it meets the cross piece.
There are three basic differences between this lock and the series 4. First is the size. The Bulldog barely fits over my mountain bike tire and the smallest pole, like those used for no parking signs. It DOES fit over a parking meter, but many parking meters have had a pipe slipped over the pole that holds them to prevent people from hacksawing the meter off and this lock will not fit over that outer pipe. The series 4 is big enough to fit everything. UPDATE May 2009: They increased the size of the Bulldog Mini lock a bit and that problem is solved with the newer version.
Note that it isn't necessary to lock both your tire and the bike frame unless your frame is really expensive. Just lock the part of the tire that is inside the frame triangle underneath and behind the seat. The bulldog can't fit over both the tire and the seat tube, while the kryptonite can, but it isn't necessary. A thief would never take the time and effort to try to cut all the spokes, and bend the rim to force it through the frame triangle, and if he did he'd wreck half the cost of the bike.
Second is the key and locking mechanism. The Bulldog has a key that breaks off easily and the lock has to be fully seated to work. That means you have to shove the crosspiece in as hard as you can and shove the key in as hard as you can to turn the key without breaking it. Because of the small size, it's not always possible, and you find yourself looking for another pole about 10% of the time. The series 4 has a much stronger key and the mechanism is more forgiving - it doesn't need to be shoved in and is therefore easier to use. Because it fits around everything, that makes it really easy to use.
The last issue is weight. Here is where the Bulldog has the Series 4 beat. The Series 4 weighs about 3.5 lbs and the Bulldog weighs about 1.75 lbs. It makes enough of a difference that I find that the Bulldog mini, with all of its faults, gets the nod and that's the one I tend to use. Now that they've made it larger, it's probably a bit heaver, but the increase in size makes it more desirable, so I'd still recommend it over the Evolution Series 4.
I also have a thin (3/8") 6' cable, much thinner than the 7' OnGuard Akita 5043 Bicycle Security Cable (Lock Not Included) that I place over the ends of the U lock before I lock it that fits through the front tire, and the seat and the mountain bike rack on the back of my bike to keep them from walking away. 6' is the minimum size you need to go through everything. The 7' cable is great for length, but really thick and inconvenient to use. Last time I checked, they did not sell a 6' thin cable on Amazon - bike stores are the only way to get one.
27 of 27 people found the above review helpful.
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Photo is of older version (OnGuard recommends newer version), June 18, 2008
By Steven K (Portland OR)
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The newer Bulldog MINI is distinguished by TWO yellow end caps and a different mounting bracket using a metal piece on the U-lock. Apart from the bracket, OnGuard claims the difference is mostly cosmetic, but OnGuard also indicates that the anti-theft insurance and guarantee terms differ between these versions. Moreover, OnGuard flatly states that the newer version of the Bulldog MINI is the one that should be purchased if this model is desired. If/when this seller distributes the new version, the photo should be changed. Note that the new Bulldog MINI list price is $35 list price, and that is the price for which it is sold at local recreational equipment stores. So paying that much (w/ shipping) for an older version might not be the best deal.
23 of 26 people found the above review helpful.
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Big on Security, Truly Mini in Size, March 16, 2007
By R. Sewald (Bloomington, IN United States)
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In terms of durability and strength, this is a great lock. However, the mini size, designed to cut down on the leverage space between your bicycle and the rack, also make this a challenging fit for larger framed bikes. I have a women's Giant Cypress (a hybird) and there's no way this lock will fit around the hefty frame, the wider quick-release tire and the bike rack. The lock will fit around the frame and rack alone.
If you're concerned about securing a quick-release tire on a mountain bike or hybrid in addition to the frame (say you live in a college town where kids like to steal things regardless of value just for the heck of it) you may want to consider one of OnGuards larger locks or this lock in combination with a cable lock to secure any parts that are less tempting targets yet are quick and easy to remove.
13 of 15 people found the above review helpful.
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 Weak key + stubborn lock = drama, June 16, 2010
By Kenneth Toyama (San Francisco, CA United States)
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This lock was kept indoors or in my backpack when not in use but, I only got to use mine about 8 times before the key got stuck in the lock & broke. The lock is often hard to turn. Also the key will often be very hard to remove after locking OR unlocking. I was at home spraying it with lock lube & working the lock back & forth when the key gave out.
If you ever notice the key is hard to remove & your key tip starting to twist out of shape, JUST-TOSS-THAT-KEY-AWAY & use one of the FOUR remaining keys that are included with the lock. Don't EVEN try to use it "just-one-more-time." I was just about to swap keys out when mine broke. No wonder they give you so many spare keys!
A friend of mine had a more expensive On Guard model with the same key design & it was permanently locked. In that case the key would easily turn & turn but the lock would never open.
On the plus side, it seems secure, it's not expensive & it's light weight.
6 of 7 people found the above review helpful.
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I wish I'd bought a Ulock this size years ago., June 1, 2009
By Chief Complaint (Minneapolis)
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I've had this lock now for 2 months. Previously I had a larger 'standard sized' U-lock, and a cable lock that I often used in conjunction. On impulse I bought this Onguard Lock based on the amazon reviews. This size is perfect. It fits into your bag, without taking over your bag. Or I stick it into my back pocket. Seriously I don't even notice it in my back pocket. I lock my bike all over Minneapolis and I feel secure. But one thing, compared to the old O-ring style keys that you could twist around all day long, the key on this lock is not as strong as I'd like. The keys are long and very thin at points, so you could break them in the lock. But all that means is that I have to take a little care when locking the bike. Definitely not a deal breaker. I recommend this lock.
" I figure anyone prepared to break a U-Lock is prepared to break any U-lock so why carry more weight than is useful."
5 of 5 people found the above review helpful.
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The lock profile stuck easily, October 18, 2007
By PD
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It's been only two weeks, the lock became stuck and I can't unlock it. This is the first time I buy a product from the brand, I'm really upset.
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The warranty department sent me a new one after one call. Thanks to that. I wish that it won't stuck easily like the last one.
5 of 7 people found the above review helpful.
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Great Commuter Lock, August 1, 2008
By potzer
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Several aspects of the Bulldog MINI U-Lock make it a very good choice for the commuter in areas where moderate security is adequate. First, the lock is compact, easy to transport in most types of bike-mounted bags or packs, or on the frame mount (not used by this reviewer). The compact size is just right for a single point connection of a frame component to a heavy duty 'U' rack or a parking meter. It won't fit around the trunks of even small street trees - this is not usually a problem, since street signs and other urban elements offer plenty of casual anchorage points in most areas when bike racks are missing or full. Second, the lock is light-weight by U-lock standards, so it won't feel like a ship's anchor in your bike bag or on the mount. Third, the plastic finish coat and end caps are easy on your bike. And fourth, the five keys including a lighted key that are provided with the lock offer more lost or spare key convenience than is probably warranted.
In all, a solid, economical choice.
4 of 4 people found the above review helpful.
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Didn't work after third use, March 10, 2010
By prof (United States)
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I had the same problem as some others in these reviews. I have owned the lock for about a year, but I only used it for the third time tonight. Tonight, the key didn't work. And then it broke off in the lock. I live overseas now so I cannot easily take advantage of the warranty.
4 of 5 people found the above review helpful.
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Compact, very sturdy, great quality, June 13, 2007
By Host of Lex Appeal (Washington, DC)
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I am very impressed with the OnGuard Bulldog MINI. It is not too heavy, but feels very solid. It comes with a large key with an LED light, and four non-lighted spares! Also has a nice mounting bracket with very user-friendly instructions and lots of pictures.
I actually use it to lock up my Segway's "LeanSteer" frame for extra protection in shady areas. I wasn't sure if it would work, but the mounting bracket is very adjustable.
Highly recommended!
4 of 5 people found the above review helpful.
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Compact, very sturdy, great quality, June 13, 2007
By Pavahotti (Washington, DC)
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I am very impressed with the OnGuard Bulldog MINI. It is not too heavy, but feels very solid. It comes with a large key with an LED light, and four non-lighted spares! Also has a nice mounting bracket with very user-friendly instructions and lots of pictures.
I actually use it to lock up my Segway's "LeanSteer" frame for extra protection in shady areas. I wasn't sure if it would work, but the mounting bracket is very adjustable.
Highly recommended!
4 of 5 people found the above review helpful.
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Bulldog? More like Pitbull, October 9, 2010
By Joseph Brown (St. Louis, MO.)
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The same price or less than a cheaper "no-name" U-Bolt lock from a discount store. And living in the mid-west (close to the distribution center) even with "Free Shipping" on orders of $25 or more, it only took THREE DAYS!
I already had a good cable - so combined with this OnGuard Bulldog MINI, most thieves will simply look elsewhere. Any bike is susceptible to theft now-a-days. Doesn't matter if you have a $75 discount store bike, a $750 performance hybrid or a $7,500 road bike - lock it up. All bikes need a good lock.
Edit: Recently someone DID try to get my bike. They did NOT succeed. Instead, they got frustrated & slashed a tire. JERK. Anyway...combine this U-Bolt lock with a good cable passed through the wheels & most thieves will simply look elsewhere or will not succeed.
3 of 3 people found the above review helpful.
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Great bicycle lock..., August 30, 2006
By Steven Walker (Indianapolis, IN)
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After an error from Fedex - which was not the shipper's fault - I received my lock. It is sturdy and strong, and - in retrospect - well worth the wait. Yes...this is a great lock. Worth every penny. I will shop via bikesomewhere.com again.
3 of 6 people found the above review helpful.
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Bulldog? More like Pitbull, October 9, 2010
By Old Hippie (St. Louis, MO.)
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The same price or less than a cheaper "no-name" U-Bolt lock from a discount store. And living in the mid-west (close to the distribution center) even with "Free Shipping" on orders of $25 or more, it only took THREE DAYS!
I already had a good cable - so combined with this OnGuard Bulldog MINI, most thieves will simply look elsewhere. Any bike is susceptible to theft now-a-days. Doesn't matter if you have a $75 discount store bike, a $750 performance hybrid or a $7,500 road bike - lock it up. All bikes need a good lock.
Edit: Recently someone DID try to get my bike. They did NOT succeed. Instead, they got frustrated & slashed a tire. JERK. Anyway...combine this U-Bolt lock with a good cable passed through the wheels & most thieves will simply look elsewhere or will not succeed.
3 of 3 people found the above review helpful.
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Tough little lock, September 14, 2010
By michael luostari
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I own this and the standard bulldog lock which is huge, heavy and hard to carry. It seems like the onguard locks are built better than the kryptonite locks and the local shop even recommended the onguard locks over kryptonite. The small size makes it really easy to carry because the lock holder is crap. Overall I'm super happy with it, its definitely worth the 30 bucks I paid for it.
2 of 2 people found the above review helpful.
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 Bulldog Mini, May 3, 2010
By J. Korb
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Hard to really pass judgement on a lock until someone either tries to break it or is successful in breaking it, but this one does look very strong. One note: it is very small (smaller than I though), so positioning your bike to have this lock go around the frame & tire & post/secure anchor is tough.
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Wonderful Lock, But 2 Minor Problems, November 4, 2009
By W. Fong (San Francisco, CA)
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I won't reiterate what everyone else has been saying about this lock. It's a really good and sturdy lock without the weight. But there are a couple of minor complaints that I have.
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- The lock has two yellow covers on both ends of the lock, unlike the photo. This poses a problem because the yellow covers are plastic and tend to move around. This can lead to the cover of the holes becoming blocked and the lock cannot get in. But it is easy to move it back to the way it was, so not a big problem at all, just a minor one.
- At you can see from the photo, the left side of the lock has an attachment on it that attaches to the bike. The problem with this is that the attachment slips off sometimes when the lock is unlocked. Although you can simply take the attachment off, that part of the lock is thinner than the rest of the lock, making it look weak.
Overall, a very good lock, just those two minor problems.
2 of 2 people found the above review helpful.
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Excellent lock, July 7, 2009
By Mathieu J. Champagne (Philadelphia, PA)
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This is an excellent little lock that I use nearly every day. The locking mechanism seems a tiny bit fragile, but as long as you're careful it should be fine. The two yellow ends on the lock eventually began tearing so I ripped them off, surprisingly I think it looks better being all black. I feel comfortable locking my bike up overnight with this lock, and I suggest locking it based on what a previous reviewer had suggested (the back wheel through the frame triangle). The bike mount system works ok, and looks slightly cheap, but gets the job done. Overall, this is an excellent lock for an excellent price.
2 of 2 people found the above review helpful.
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Solid bike lock, love the extra keys!, December 25, 2008
By Andrew A. Wang
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I like the smaller size, I haven't had any problems so far finding something to lock it to that you might expect and it fits easily in my frame. Having all those extra keys is a great backup, and in a couple months of daily usage I haven't had any of the keys snap off in the lock. One of the keys is also integrated with a LED light, which is really handy! This is definitely sturdier than my old cable lock which jammed, highly recommended.
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Key is very flimsy, July 15, 2009
By Jim Ausman (San Francisco, CA)
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I had this lock for two days before I broke the key off in the lock. Now I know why they give you five keys! I tried to pull it out with tweezers, but could not, called a locksmith who spent half an hour trying to pull out the broken key and then finally gave up and drilled the lock out.
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Easy to use and fits everywhere, July 31, 2007
By Robin Means
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After removing the ugly yellow plastic pieces, this lock was perfect. It's small enough to fit into your back pocket (depending on your jeans) and big enough to lock to most bike racks. I like that the key stays in and won't fall out until it's locked.
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I still have my bike., September 5, 2010
By Legs (Chicago, IL USA)
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Apparently this lock works. My bike isn't super fancy, especially compared to some of the other bikes I park by and see but I still have it after about 3 months of using this lock in the city.
It doesn't look as it does in the picture (there's yellow on both ends and they are rubber covers which, if absent, you could see the prongs of the lock through).
It comes with one huge key with a light (which I don't use) and 4 spare keys. I carry one of the spares and it works well.
I don't attach it to my bike for riding because the mechanism to attach it didn't seem to want to work. I gave up.
Overall, it's worth it and it works. It fits the tire and the frame through it with most bike racks. It's hard to fit more than just the frame and a pole if not using a bike rack. I sometimes wish it were longer but longer would also mean heavier and then I'd have something else to complain about.
1 of 1 people found the above review helpful.
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Great Lock, May 9, 2010
By Adam Biddle
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No compaints, except, the little bracket that is on the lock that slides into the attachment on the bike to hold it in place can get loose and cause the lock to swing from side to side alittle. But besides that, its a great lock and I would buy it again.
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A good 'bang for the buck' lock for your bike., August 7, 2009
By Jose Sanchez (Miami, FL)
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When it comes to bicycle looks, every choice you make is a trade off. Top of the line locks are pricey , and also heavier and more cumbersome to carry. Less expensive and more lightweight locks are easier for a thief to bypass.
Overall this particular U-lock offers a good balance of weight, security and price. In low to moderate crime areas it is perfectly serviceable on it's own. In high crime areas, it should be used in conjunction with a more robust chain lock, which would provide an extra layer of security that a thief would have to overcome.
Either way, it's a good value either as a main lock in lower crime areas, or as a secondary lock in areas where bike theft is a bigger concern.
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Sturdy but small, June 29, 2009
By S. Mahadeshwar
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It's a good lock with a good attaching mechanism. However, it was a lot smaller than it seemed to look from the picture. Make sure you understand the dimensions of this product before ordering.
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Great Lock, September 30, 2008
By G. W. Wang (Oakland, CA)
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Perfect size for the Sheldon Brown technique. Better mechanism than more expensive Kryptonites. Perfect!
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Don't Waste Your Money!!!!, December 29, 2011
By dustin
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After reading many reviews, I decided to give this lock a try. Upon receiving, I was very impressed with it. It was heavy-duty, a perfect size, and seemed mostly impenetrable. I was quickly disappointed however. On my first day with it, I threw it in a backpack(it comes with a mount, but it seemed too heavy to put on and I didnt want the extra weight on the actual bike)and made a quick trip to the grocery store.The keys are very flimsy and do not want to cooperate. After some fussing(and a few choice words) I finally got it to lock. Leaving the store was when I had had enough. It took me close to 20 MINUTES to get the thing unlocked. I had to use three out of the five keys provided. Luckily I am a very patient person otherwise I think I would have broken a key off inside the lock. Yes, I'm quite sure this lock would make any theif's attempt at theft very difficult...however, it shouldn't be so difficult for the owner to unlock their own bike. I returned this item the day after this happened through Amazon(who by the way makes the return process very simple) and will never purchase another ONGUARD lock. Do not waste your money. This lock is a royal PITA!
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Good lock, use Sheldon Brown's locking method, September 30, 2011
By David Douglass
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This protects your rear wheel and frame while allowing more flexibility than frame locking. To get the u lock out by taking the wheel off the thieves would have to either wreck the frame by bending the dropouts tremendously, which would defeat the purpose of taking the bike in most cases, or cut the rear wheel open, which is no small feat.
Or has this method been rendered obsolete by some new thief strategy I don't know about?
Also: Solid lock in Denver, been using the older model for a few years with no issues.
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Does its job, but has some flaws, August 27, 2011
By Tim
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This lock is a very convenient size, comes at a great price, and did in fact come as the newer version (distinguished by two yellow caps at the end). I feel safe with it on my bike anywhere public, but there are downsides: the yellow ends move around and block the hole, one of the ends started tearing after 2 days and had to be removed leaving a very solid edge there, and it is sometimes quite difficult to get the thing to lock into place when reapplying the end bar. I'd still recommend it for the price, as you'll start to get a feel for easing it in there once you've used it a while.
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Caution when you install it!, July 30, 2011
By micheal0264
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I didn't read through the manual before my installation, and that's how the tragedy started..
The lock holder uses a strap to fasten it to the seat tube. Pull the strap out of the slot, wrap it around your seat tube, and put it back to the slot again. Now you can fasten the bolt on the lock holder. DO NOT TOUCH the bolt before you have the strap wrapped around your seat tube, otherwise you will never get it out of there. This is like a one-time-use design.
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Excelent value, July 26, 2011
By JohnQ
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all in all i'm very happy with this product. Comes with a nifty clip-on frame mount that keeps the lock off your paint, 5 keys (which is perfect if your like me and tend to misplace things) including one that has a built in light, and it is very sturdy and light. My only complaint is that it is a little bit of a tight fit for larger bikes and is best used solely on the frame. If you have expensive wheels your best off pairing this with a chain lock for max security.
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Very solid, easy to use, June 16, 2011
By Illinieconphd (MI, USA)
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I can't say whether it really provides security or not (my bike was not stolen yet, but I haven't used it in unsafe places either), but the lock seems well built, including having the key entry at the middle (and it does not have that circular type of key entry that can be fiddled with a pen). It might be a bit short/small to lock a bike to something other than a bike rack or sign pole.
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Key is a joke, March 3, 2011
By Ryan J Conklin
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I used this lock for less than a month and the key broke off inside the lock. I did not force the key, but simply turned it and it snapped off. I am not exaggerating! This lock is a joke!
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bike not stolen yet :-), July 12, 2009
By T. Quinn (San Francisco, CA)
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I am happy to report this bike lock is easy to use and my bike has not yet been stolen.
0 of 2 people found the above review helpful.
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Wow oh wow! what an over sized lock, February 21, 2010
By NWA (NW Arkansas)
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Great lock if you were planing to lock your car or motorbike with or live in a place where it is comon to have your bike stolen. That lock is almost heaver then my bike and is so big it blocks me from space needed to put other things.
IT really is a great lock if you have a use for it. If I had to gaurd my bike with that strong of a lock it would be better to just buy a couple of cheap bikes that no one would want to take. I have tried to give it away and no one wants that over sized thing.
Waste of money..
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LED key dead on arrival, November 21, 2011
By gcallaghan
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Otherwise this is a good lock for the money. I have a second cable lock I use as well, so my bike is just a little more locked than the one next to it. Plus the $1501 insurance is nice. I really like that the bracket is adjustable with screws, rather than velcro like some other models. I don't think it will rattle very much at all. We'll see.
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functional, but short, November 7, 2011
By liberalican (FL)
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This does the job, but I'm not blown away by it. I found the on-bike storage clip to be hard to assemble in such a way that keeps it from getting loose (I followed the diagrams, which I didn't think I'd need for such a simple installation). I can't figure out how to lock my bike in a way that's secure so that it fits well without using an extra wire lock, which defeats the whole purpose of buying this. If you have a bike with shocks on it, consider buying the full-size; that might be the issue with mine. It's a stocky mountain bike and I think it requires a larger lock. Also, the locking mechanism isn't smooth; it requires two hands and some finagling. I gave it four stars instead of three because despite my other issues (which may, admittedly, be user issues), it seems sturdy enough to keep someone from easily hacking through it and that helps me sleep better at night.
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Very solid, easy to use, June 16, 2011
By LMO (MI, USA)
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Pro: I can't say whether it really provides security or not (my bike was not stolen yet, but I haven't used it in unsafe places either), but the lock seems well built, including having the key entry at the middle (and it does not have that circular type of key entry that can be fiddled with a pen).
Con: It might be short/small to lock a bike to something other than another bike or a bike rack.
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