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07-13-13, 07:18 AM

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Originally Posted by mdilthey

Is something like the mini 21" chain locks from Kryptonite my best bet?

For the same level of theft deterrence, a chain+lock is usually 2X+ as heavy as a Ulock. The chain you indicated only has 9mm links - even the cheapest Ulocks will have an 11mm shackle.

For your stated parameters, an inexpensive Ulock should be fine.

Last edited by tcs; 07-13-13 at 07:42 AM.

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