Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboudit U-Lock, Black (18mm)

I live in a major Canadian city so you need a great lock. Yes, this lock is more expensive but based on research, it's one of the best you can buy. I have had no issues. The only con is that it is a bit heavy but I carry it in my pannier.I was lucky with my cheaper lock but upgraded because a) if my bike was stolen I'd be pretty sad (even though it is not worth that much, it's in excellent condition); and b) I wanted a better lock for when/if I buy a more expensive bike. Which is what recently happened and I am already set with this lock! I also bought the cable lock accessory which I haven't used much with my more economical bike but will now with the new one.UPDATE September 2019:I've used the Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboudit U-Lock for about three years. This lock continues to be very solid and secure, giving me peace of mind wherever I lock my bike in the major city in which I live. I now have a better bike that draws attention so per my plan, I'm glad I invested in this great lock so I did not have to buy a new one. I use the Kryptonite cable as well to lock up my wheels (but I will be getting pinhead locks for the wheels).The negatives of this lock: bike rack/ring etc. "evolution" mean that sometimes this lock is a problem to close, depending on the construction of the bike "ring". Some of these are now tall and rectangular—honestly, they are a pain in the butt. IMHO, the "designers" don't ride bikes or understand U-locks. I can get it done at the right angle but sometimes it's a challenge. Sometimes a circle ring is really thick and again, depending on one's frame, can be an issue to get the lock closed. The PRO of course is that the lock is meant to be limited in length as it's harder to break with no room for leverage or using a saw etc. The lock can get sticky/stuck over time but nothing that a teeny bit of chain oil doesn't solve. Carrying the lock: I knew it was heavy when I bought it but simply accepted it due to the great reputation of the lock. It's normally in my pannier. Occasionally I strap it to the back of my bike rack with bungee cords and it is fine. I don't rest it in the rack with U turned down and along one side of the wheel (it can be done but depends on your rack's design). For me it's too close to the wheel plus I hate it when things rattle around. My older Division pannier (by MEC) has an inner cinchable top/collar and then two generous, sturdy handles that snap together. I'm able to loop the lock through these (widthwise or lengthwise) and lock it, hence sometimes I just do that when the pannier is really full. I have occasionally toted the lock in a small backpack but it is not something I would do on a regular basis. Pleasure or cycle commute, I mostly use my pannier.Overall, I'm still quite happy with this lock!

è un lucchetto da bici, spero che non debba mai provare la sua resistenza, cioè non debba mai affrontare i ladriil lucchetto si presenta molto solido, compatto e rivestito fa un leggero strato gommato.il peso è molto elevato. non ho modo di misurarlo ma lo stimo superiore ai 2Kg dichiarati. più vicino ai 3Kg.la chiusura avviene ad entrambe le estremità dell'arco, consentendo di chiuderlo parallelamente senza dover fare rotazioni della parte con la chiavela chiave e del tipo quadtrato con gli intagli, e non sembrano esserci molle all'interno del nottolino, quindi dovrebbe essere più resistente allo sporco.le chiavi sono gommate e una su tre integra un led per illuminare la zona lucchetto quando si deve legare al buio. l'aspetto complessivo delle chiavi è fragile (per un lucchetto di questo prezzo) ma non devono effettuare un vero sforzo per girare il nottolino.la toppa della chiave è protetta da una piccola ghigliottina di plastica che copre completamente la parte metallica e il foro.il lucchetto è venduto privo di ogni accessorio per agganciarlo al telaio della bici in modo stabile, l'aggancio è venduto come accessorio.sconsiglio di agganciarlo alla bici o alla sella durante l'uso della bici, perchè dato il suo peso potrebbe danneggiare il telaio con le vibrazioni o far perdere l'equilibrio.la dimensione del lucchetto è molto ridotta, consente appena di legare il telaio della bici a un palo di tipo segnaletica (fine) o la ruota al telaio.per legare telaio, palo e ruota assieme è necessaria l'abilità di Houdini.l'arco è molto spesso, come da specifiche, e difficilmente attaccabile da una normale tenaglia (speriamo)

Hace poco se llevaron diversas bicicletas de mi párking atadas con cadenas y lo intentaron con las mías. Ya dispongo de un Kryptonite NY más grande que esta versión que es con la que tengo atada la primera bici a un anclaje. Observé que lo habían intentado cortar con una cizalla enorme que dejaron abandonada, pero sólo rasgaron un poco la goma, ya que la boca de la cizalla no abarca el diámetro de la U. También intentaron cortar un Trelock BS400 que quedó un poco más dañado con el que ato una segunda bicicleta, aunque tampoco lo llegaron a cortar. Precisamente para reponer esta segunda U no he dudado en comprar otro Kryptonite NY visto el buen resultado del otro que tengo.

I have recently decided to take up cycling, and upon purchasing a £500 bike I felt I needed a fairly hefty lock to keep it safe, now despite my bike being mid range I still wanted to get a top of the range lock due to the area's in which I would have it parked.The Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboudit seemed perfect, it has the gold sold secure rating and proved to withstand the tests of typical bike thief's on YouTube!The lock arrived nicely packaged, with 3 keys, (1 with a light) and the instructions, paperwork etc and the mount thing.The lock is heavy, there is no getting around that, however it gives you the security suggests, unlike the lighter locks that simply give you the sense of security that may not actually be there.The mount isn't great, and reading other reviews that's easy enough to realize, however I will not drop a star as what you are buying is a lock, and upon research almost every D/U style lock has the same issue, especially one that weighs 2kg. Even the best of mounts will probably leave the lock swinging about and hitting you so its best to either leave the lock around the frame or carry it in a bag. The later of the two options seemingly more convenient as my next point will mention.As you will realize, this lock is small, now there is plenty of room to fit around the bike and most things you would want to mount it to, however it would be a stretch to get it around even one wheel with the frame also, (however there is a trick to get the lock around one wheel and still secure the frame, this I will try and add a photo of at a later date). Due to this, if your bike has quick release wheels you'll want a cable for the wheels.I chose to purchase the Kryptonite cable recommended with the Fahgettaboudit, and this works very easily with the lock to ensure the bike and frame is secure. Some people recommend 2 D/U locks however I think over a wheel I don't see the need to spend all the extra unless your wheels are worth a ton.Despite some complaints of the keys weakness, I have found the lock is extremely easy to use. As long as you push the key right in and turn as the warning label says your fine, and if you haven't pushed it right in, just turn back and try again. A bit of lube could help the lock over time however I don't feel the need for this yet.The lighted key has actually served allot more purpose than I originally thought, the light is very strong and can light up the whole bike in the dark so you can easily navigate and use the lock.Some have also mentioned a weakness in the mechanism that covers the lock hole itself from extreme weather. Personally I find it perfectly fine, it seems to fit well, its strong and slides fine. Its not necessary however just helps to keep the lock in good condition!The lock is super thick, and the U bar would not be cut through by anything other than a heavy duty electric tool. The metal section of the U bar is 18mm with an extra 3mm ish added by the coating on it, so it should scare any thief off straight away.Upon reading, they Kryptonite key system actually sounds pretty great. Firstly they key number comes in either two places. On each of they keys themselves or on a small metal tag on the key ring. I got they numbers on the keys which personally I prefer. It turns out if you happen to lose your keys, Kryptonite will initially send you 2 extra keys free of charge, and it is only after this that you will have to pay for extra keys, and at $10 for a few keys, (£7 ish I assume for the UK) it sounds great!They offer protection for bikes of very large value (Cannot remember exactly how much) however you can be sure this lock will cover any insurance plans you may have.Overall a great lock and if you can Fahgettaboud the weight, is the best protection you can get for your bike.

Il est lourd. Autant le dire d'emblée. Je ne l'ai pas pesé mais il dépasse sûrement les 2 kg.Il inspire confiance. C'est indéniable. J'ose même penser qu'il repousse les personnes mal attentionnées.Avec une qualité de finition irréprochable et des dimensions parfaites, il permet de fixer le cadre à tout type de mobilier urbain. Couplé à un système d'écrous antivol pour les roues et la selle, il devient le U idéal.Je suis très satisfait de mon achat.Je me déplace en ville quotidiennement et attache/détache mon vélo de route deux à trois fois par jour. Le U tient bien à la ceinture lors des déplacements. Il est compact et se fait très vite oublier.Foncez !