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Zefal K-Traz Zip3 bike lockMini combination lock for short stops

Maik Schröder

 · 11.02.2024

The handy K-Traz Zip3 bike lock from Zefal can be used to secure the saddle, tyres or luggage. And: it fits perfectly in your jersey pocket.
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The bike and its accessories must always be well secured, especially in the city. Mini bike locks such as the new Zefal K-Traz Zip3 bike lock are available for travelling or for additional security of accessories. What makes the small bike lock so practical?
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The new bike lock from Zefal is characterised by its low weight: With only 86 grams and compact dimensions, the K-Traz Zip3 is perfect for the jersey pocket and can be easily stowed away. Despite its compact size, it fulfils safety standards and is designed to be the ideal companion for tours and short stopovers. Special attention is paid to securing the bike accessories.

The Zefal K-Traz Zip3: Handy lock for securing your bike and accessories during short stops.Photo: ZefalThe Zefal K-Traz Zip3: Handy lock for securing your bike and accessories during short stops.

Mini bike lock: The application area of the Zefal K-Traz Zip3

The K-Traz Zip3 is a self-locking lock with code locking (3 digits, corresponding to 1000 possible combinations). The Zip lock consists of an 11 millimetre wide flat band with a steel core. It can be used as an "immobiliser" for your bike if you just want to pop into the bakery to get a snack. It can also be used to secure luggage, a bicycle helmet or attachments such as the saddle.

Thanks to its low weight of just 86 grams and compact dimensions, the K-Traz Zip 3 fits in any jersey pocket.Photo: ZefalThanks to its low weight of just 86 grams and compact dimensions, the K-Traz Zip 3 fits in any jersey pocket.

In the city, the Zefal bike lock K-Traz Zip3 a master lock such as a chain or shackle lock. Thanks to its low weight, it can be easily stowed in a jersey pocket or frame bag. According to Zefal, the bike lock offers particularly good protection against opportunist theft during short stops. After all, the classic situation is that thieves take advantage of the opportunity if you are momentarily inattentive and leave your bike alone for a moment. With a length of 45 cm, the Zefal bike lock also allows the bike to be locked to sign posts or similar objects.

Zefal K-Traz Zip3: The facts at a glance

  • Type: Zip bike lock
  • Locking mechanism: Code (3 digits)
  • Security level: 3
  • Material: Flat steel with plastic coating
  • Cross-section: 3.5 x 11 mm
  • Length: 450 mm
  • Dimensions: 135 x 210 x 15 mm
  • Weight: 86 gram

Strengths of the K-Traz Zip3

According to Zefal, the K-Traz Zip3 is characterised by the following features:

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  • Basic security: Security level 3 - for areas with a very low risk of theft or short stays
  • 3-digit cylinder lock: 1000 possible combinations
  • Compact: Fits easily in any pocket
  • High resistance: 11 mm wide flat cable with steel core for high resistance
Always with you: the new zip lock from Zefal.Photo: ZefalAlways with you: the new zip lock from Zefal.

Price and availability

The Zefal K-Traz Zip3 is now available. The Zip bike lock costs 22.95 euros.

Maik Schröder

Maik Schröder was born in East Westphalia and prefers to ride through the countryside on his gravel bike. The tour can also include a culinary stop to fortify himself for the next few kilometres. Even if there are few metres of altitude to conquer in the flatlands, he has the ambitious goal of completing a Transalp one day. As online editor, he is responsible for creating digital editorial content such as news reports, new products and event coverage.

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