Bike locks, racks and storage reviews
Shopping for bike locks, racks or storage? Discover the must-haves and the always-avoids with reviews from Cycling Weekly.
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Abus Granit Super Extreme 2500 bike lock review: the most easily transportable angle grinder-resistant lock on the market
Abus is highly regarded for creating some of the world's best bike locks, and the Granit Super Extreme showcases its remarkable attention to detail
By Matt Ischt-Barnard Published
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Litelok X3 bike lock review: an exceptionally well-rounded angle grinder-resistant lock that perfectly balances weight, reach and security
Boasting additional reach and features over its main rival, the OnGuard RockSolid, the X3 presents superb value
By Matt Ischt-Barnard Published
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OnGuard RockSolid 8950 review: finally, the bike lock to stop opportunistic thefts?
This is the lock that defeated our brutal angle grinder test with barely a scratch. Rated Sold Secure Diamond, I rate and recommend it too
By Matt Ischt-Barnard Published
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Abus 440 Alarm U-Lock bike lock review
With a solid shackle, U-Locks are a great bike theft deterrent on their own, but adding an audible alert in to the mix give the Albus 440 Alarm U-Lock the edge.
By Hannah Bussey Last updated
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Abus 6206K Goose Lock review - exceptionally easy to transport and use
Not the most secure lock but certainly one of the easiest to transport
By Emma Silversides Last updated
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Squire Straplok 35/850 wearable bike lock review: lightweight, comfortable, and so simple to use
This has my vote for best wearable bike lock because it's a breeze to use, incredibly comfy to wear and let down only by its slightly inferior Sold Secure Silver rating
By Matt Ischt-Barnard Published
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Litelok Core Plus 75cm wearable lock review: A Sold Secure diamond-rated bike lock for those travelling light
The Litlok Core Plus performs admirably at the bike rack; however, the wearability of this very secure lock is questionable
By Matt Ischt-Barnard Published
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Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboudit 1415 review
A visually intimidating, heavy lock that may or not be impractical depending on your requirements
By Luke Friend Published
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Small but perfectly formed? Seatylock Foldylock Compact review
An admirable size-to-strength ratio makes this a compelling offering for weight-conscious commuters
By Luke Friend Published
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Hexlox anti-theft system for wheels review - is the ‘world’s smallest lock for bike parts’ any good?
This bolt blocking solution from Hexlox is tiny and saves you having to lug around a lock cable to go with your D-lock
By Anna Marie Abram Published
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Ortlieb Quick Rack review - the bikepacking struggle is real... until this came along
Functional, versatile and refreshingly easy to fit... Ortlieb might have found the perfect pannier-rack solution
By Emma Silversides Last updated
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AlterLock bike alarm
An unobtrusive bike alarm and tracker that works via a smartphone app
By Paul Norman Published
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Hiplok Z Lok Combo bike lock review
The Z Lok is an easily portable solution for securing your bike in lower risk environments
By Paul Norman Published
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Hornit Clug bike rack review
A lightweight storage solution tested long term
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published
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Masterlock Criterion bike lock review
James Shrubsall tests the Masterlock Criterion: a bike lock with tough credentials
By Cycling Active Published
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Oxford Alarm-D Pro review
The Oxford Alarm-D Pro is a Sold Secure Gold rated lock, with a great alarm feature
By Stefan Abram Published
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Milenco Dundrod ++ review
Surpassing Sold Secure Gold, the Dundrod ++ has been awarded a Diamond rating as one of the toughest locks out there.
By Stefan Abram Published
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SeaSucker Talon QR-1 roof rack review
Our tech team tries out this unconventional bike carrier
By Symon Lewis Published
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Seasucker Mini Bomber review
Toby Martin tests the Seasucker Mini Bomber to see if the unconventional roof rack works as good as a traditional one
By Stefan Abram Published
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Asgard Bike Shed X 3 review
Secure storage for your bikes. This 6" by 3" metal shed will hold three bikes and more, keeping it all safe, dry and secure.
By Simon Richardson Published
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Tusk Hook 'n' Hang review
By Cycling Weekly Published
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Abus Bordo Alarm lock review
The Abus Bordo Alarm lock is a heavyweight lock. Does it punch at its weight though?
By Paul Norman Published
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Zéfal K-Traz U17 review
Surprisingly lightweight, this is one of the most affordable Sold Secure Gold locks available.
By Stefan Abram Published
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Abus Alarmbox review
A loud and robust alarm for an extra layer of security when locking up your bike.
By Stefan Abram Published
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Abus Bordo Granit X Plus 6500 review
One of the only Sold Secure Gold rated folding locks currently available, but does it justify the high price?
By Stefan Abram Published
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Saris Bike Bunk review
CW checks out the Saris Bike Bunk £100
By Cycling Weekly Published
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SeaSucker Mini Bomber 2 Bike Rack review
The SeaSucker Mini Bomber bike rack journeyed with us over 1,900 miles across un-restricted autobahns of Germany: testing was thorough
By Michelle Arthurs-Brennan Published
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Thule ProRide roof mounted bike carrier review
Carrying a bike on the outside of your car is essential if you're also transporting lots of luggage or people. The Thule ProRide offers a solid and secure option for bike transportation that is quick and easy to use.
By Simon Richardson Published
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TiGr BLUE Mini+ review
Lightweight and stylish, but a Bronze Sold Secure rating does limit its range of use.
By Stefan Abram Published