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I previously wrote about how much I cycle in London, and the accessories I need to stay safe on the road.
That said, I failed to include a good bike lock in that list.
I lost my bike lock during a move, and my bike was stolen from the third floor of my residential building. Now, I'll never be without a Kryptonite lock ever again.
Bike theft is an ongoing problem in big cities, which means that every cyclist needs a sturdy bike lock. For the past four years, I've had the Kryptonite Kryptolock Lock Series 2 which has kept my bike safe.
The Kryptonite Kryptolock Lock Series 2 is the sturdiest bike lock at this price point, and is one bike gadget I would not be able to live without. I'm also not the only one to think so — it's a best-selling item, with almost 1,400 reviews and a 4.3 star rating on Amazon UK.
Using that particular lock, I've never had my bike stolen. After all, it's made specially for areas with high crime rates, and is known to be difficult to cut off. It also comes with a steel flex cable, so I can keep the wheels and any other accessories secure.
I have a tendency of leaving my bike in various places overnight, and although attempts have been made to cut it off, no one has succeeded. The Kryptonite Kryptolock Lock Series 2 lock also comes with a mount, which you can attach to your bike's frame so it's easy to cycle around with the lock.
This lock is honestly the best I've ever had, and I'll never again buy a cheaper option as I've done in the past. That said, Kryptonite have a handy chart to know which lock is best for your area, which you can look at here.
Those locks will set you back around £30, but given the price of a bike, they are well worth the investment. If the Kryptonite Kryptolock Lock Series 2 isn't for you, there are loads of other options you can also check out by following this link.
Kryptonite Kryptolock Lock Series 2, £34.99
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