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Which is the strongest ?
(the lock is kept at work so i dont need to transport it)
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I don't know the answer to your question, but I do own the Almax chain and Squire Padlock and they do seem very good. The chain has the advantage of being easily fed through the ground anchor in my garage and then around some bikes. The D lock would not work in this fashion for me.
Would be good to see how both stood up to a grinder though.
I can cut that d lock in 30 second in our workshop with a fresh disc in the angle grinder - we get asked to do this from to time when genuine owners have lost keys.
Not tried the almax chain yet...
Your level of security needs to match the location and the cost of the bike. If you're feeling the need to ask, then I would say use both.
esher shore- is that using a mains powered angle grinder? Have you tried it with a battery powered portable one? Would be interesting to see the results.
I use the new York forgetaboutit lock.
I have a choice of locking a wheel or the frame with it as it won't make it through the wheel and frame which means I use a cable lock on the wheels and the d lock for the frame.
I only got the d lock as I have to lug it around with me. I'd personally go with a heavy duty chain and lock if not having to lug it a round.
esher shore- is that using a mains powered angle grinder? Have you tried it with a battery powered portable one? Would be interesting to see the results.
The new battery powered grinders with a fresh battery are just as powerful as a mains powered machine. A lot is in the choice of cutting disc and skill of the user, the right disc and an experienced user will give the same results of 30 seconds or less for a D lock.
I am leaning towards just rigging my bikes to the mains when not in use...
All locks can be comprised, and if they are too good the stand/frame can be cut through, or the bike stripped. Just make it less nickable than the one next door...
Only answer is never stop riding!
cheers peeps, i went for the Kryptonite on the simple premise that its thicker and therefore may act at a better deterrent and take longer to attack.
I'd have gone with the chain (although I use a combination of both in my garage), you can use a jack on a d-lock (or even a bit of pipe)
Do you want to stop your bike being stolen, or do you want to make sure your insurance pays out if it does get stolen?
I know it sounds silly, but that will drive your choice of lock. The Almax [b]is not Sold Secure approved[/b] so whilst it's the stronger lock, some insurance companies may not pay out if your bike goes. On the other hand, the Kryptonite is. So insurance will pay out.
Personally, I always look to meet the insurance requirements first, provide a strong deterrent next, and actually prevent theft third. It's lousy, but it's the most [b]financial[/b] protection for me.