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This article was first published on 27 April 2021 and was updated on 5 November 2024.
1st Abus Combiflex Trip 125
With the 1.25 metre long, rubberised cable of the Kombiflex, three racers can be put on the leash together. The 128 gram lock with a four-digit code prevents opportunist theft. Clever: The cable disappears into the plastic housing at the touch of a button.
Price: 29,95 Euro >> e.g. available at a reduced price at Rosebikes
2. hiplok FLX
Good idea: combine a lock with an integrated rear light to clip it to the jersey pocket. However, the jersey fabric must be tight, otherwise the FLX will dangle around wildly. 85 centimetres of rubberised rope length is enough for two racers on a railing. The numbers are easy to read, but the locking mechanism looks a little cheap.
Price: 35 Euro >> e.g. at Amazon reduced available
3. hiplok Z LOK
The 40 centimetre long cable tie lock with internal steel band is ideal for a quick stop for an ice cream or a quick trip to the supermarket. It is very easy to use: the technology is similar to that of a cable tie, but it can be easily opened again with a key.
Price: 11,99 Euro >> e.g. available from Rose
4th BBB Minisafe BBL-52
The small spiral lock is inexpensive and fits in any bag. Up to three free-standing racers can be locked together with the 1.10 metre long cable. Only the numbers on the chrome-plated metal wheels are sometimes difficult to read depending on the light.
Price: 11,99 Euro >> available from Bike-Components
5th Decathlon Ottolock
The 152cm long, robust yet lightweight and easy to stow bike lock is available in 3 colours. It can be rolled up to approx. 7.5cm in diameter and therefore fits in any jersey pocket. Several layers of steel and Kevlar strips (18mm wide) make it difficult to cut through and with a weight of between 120 and 235 grams, you almost forget you have it with you. The combination lock can be individually adjusted using 3 numbers. Disadvantage: The price is also in the three-digit range.
Price: 149,95 Euro >> available at Decathlon
6 M-Wave Lock 'N' Roll Alarm
Anyone trying to crack the Lock 'N' Roll will be chased away by a loud beep. The power is supplied by four LR 1154 button cells - although these are not available in every supermarket. The cable measures just 65 centimetres, which is just enough to secure two racers to the railing.
7. Rose KS 90 combination cable lock
The combination lock from Rose is small and practical with a 4-digit combination that can be customised. The approx. 90 cm long rope can be used to quickly secure rucksacks, helmets etc. The practical self-retracting stopper helps to prevent tangled ropes.
Price: 9,95 Euro >> e.g. available at Rosebikes
8th Zefal padlock K-Traz Zip3
The cable binder lock from the French brand Zefal secures your saddle, helmet or other accessories during a short stopover and as a supplement to a main lock. The 45cm long three-digit lock has security level 3 (out of 20) and offers 1000 possible number combinations. The K-Traz Zip3 consists of a steel clasp and weighs only 86g.
Price: 26,00 Euro >> e.g. at Available on Amazon
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