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10-09-08 | 02:14 AM

deep_puddle

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good u lock

what is a good one that cant be broken into with a pen?

10-09-08 | 02:23 AM

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Any of the traditionally keyed u-locks made by kryptonite, or a myriad of other brands

Is this post a joke?

10-09-08 | 05:53 AM

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well, if this post isn't a joke . . .

kryptonite's locks no longer use the "O" key

so kryptonite mini or the bulldog mini

10-10-08 | 01:36 AM

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Kryptonite Mini. End Thread.

10-10-08 | 12:06 PM

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Kryptonites used to be able to broken into with a bic pen, but they have since changed the style of lock. ANY lock you buy now will be fine. Kryptonite minis are good as well as OnGaurd Bulldogs.

10-10-08 | 12:09 PM

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Kryptonite Mini. End Thread.

Bulldog Mini. End Thread.

10-10-08 | 12:21 PM

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The Bulldog Mini should be stronger than the Kryptonite Mini becasue the Bulldog uses a dual-locking mechanism, while the Kryptonite only locks one side of the shackle. This theoretically makes the Kryptonite more susceptible to leverage attacks. A mini U lock is very convenient, but it limits you in what you can actually lock up to.

10-10-08 | 03:35 PM

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soma "anti-jack" mini ulock is the smallest and lightest. i got one at my LBS, its hard to find them online. I paid $35 and like it more than the krypto because it is slightly smaller than the evo.

10-10-08 | 03:38 PM

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Bulldog Mini. End Thread.

___________ Mini. Problem Solved.

10-10-08 | 03:42 PM

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stay away from big ulocks. they can be broken with a car bottle jack. the small ulocks actually cost more than the big ones because they can't be broken that way. so buy a mini and pay the extra $.

10-10-08 | 03:44 PM

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I went with the Krypto Mini U because I've heard issue regarding Bulldogs not opening. I didn't want to chance it so I bought the Mini U.

10-11-08 | 05:48 AM

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The New York Fahgettaboudit Mini has a double deadbolt.

10-11-08 | 11:04 AM

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The New York Fahgettaboudit Mini has a double deadbolt.

And weighs about as much as carrying a second wheelset with you.

10-11-08 | 09:09 PM

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stay away from big ulocks. they can be broken with a car bottle jack. the small ulocks actually cost more than the big ones because they can't be broken that way. so buy a mini and pay the extra $.

that's only if you're locking up where you are leaving a lot of empty space in the U and someone is able to fit a jack in. keep in mind that too small of a ulock can limit your options.

10-12-08 | 12:59 AM

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cable lock. ftw

10-12-08 | 01:13 AM

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cable lock. ftw

but it's so lame to carry a cable lock on your belt though!

10-12-08 | 08:58 AM

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cable lock. ftw

And they can be cut with wire cutters.

10-12-08 | 01:39 PM

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um yeah, you are right.
You guys may have picked up on my sarcasm more if I had said "twine. ftw"
I carry two krypto mini's with me. I love my wheels and didn't want to risk having my front wheel exposed.