And that is the end.

There is no universal "best" of much of anything. There is a situational "adequate on all fronts." The lock does everything this owner wants, so i this case, it is perfect.

I like the "Lite-LoK" and straplock or whatever (don't own one but have been looking at pro-level "test to destruction" tests) for similar reasons as the OP likes this (as I understand it): enough security for the situations in which it might be required, enough portability that it can be carried on every ride. (https://www.litelok.com/)

Still a huge amount of money to lock up a bike.

For half the price, the Ottolock looks like a great deal. I'd like to see it going through some of the serious third-party tests, though. Still, they seem pretty honest abut what it will resist. My biggest worry is that stupid thieves will think it is just a packing strap and damage my frame trying to pry it off.

If my $15 worth of hardened chain and combo lock aren't enough security to give me peace of mind I simpky won't lock up there.

But seriously ... Darn you [MENTION=193594]mc9000[/MENTION]you have almost convinced me to try an Ottolock.