There’s no magic, more hardened steel means a more secure lock. The problem is that more steel also means a heavier, harder-to-use lock. The Hiplok Gold finds a way to balance the two opposite ...

The best padlocks keep your possessions safe in the same way the best bike locks do. That is, they’re great thief deterrents. But they can also ensure the well-being of your loved ones, especially the ...

Best U-lock: Kryptonite New-U New York Fahgettaboudit Mini Best chain lock: Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboudit Chain 1415 & New York Disc Lock Most secure bike lock: Hiplok DX1000 Whether you ride ...

The straight, horizontal shackle on this D-shaped lock removes the U-shaped shackle’s exposed vulnerability. This shackle style significantly reduces weak spots on the lock, and it also sets the ...

A Protector chain, secured with a Squire padlock, is a serious security option – back in 2008 we described them as the toughest chains we'd ever tested. The links of this two-metre chain are 13mm ...

When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works. The best bike chain locks offer the flexibility to lock your bike to a range of anchors and can ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Duncan Niederlitz and Eve O'Neill Bike thieves are a persistent plague. The ...