Litelok Flexible Bike Lock
- INBIKE Bike Folding Lock - $34.99
- Kryptonite 18mm New York Fahgettaboudit U-Lock - $75.50
- ABUS Iven Chain Cycling Lock - $143.98
- Heavy Duty Black Combination Lock Cable - $23.89
- Squire Hammer Head U Lock - $67.28
Flexible, lightweight, and inordinately strong, the Litelok could have been a gymnast, but decided to take the more practical professional route of becoming an anti-theft bodyguard for bicycles. The gold-rated bike lock looks like a tightly woven mesh belt, but its designers say the bendable, loopable security system protects can withstand cable cutter, bolt cropper, and hacksaw attacks for over 5 minutes before succumbing to cuts or breaks.
This is significant because the Litelok, unlike thick chains and cables, weighs just 2.4 pounds, and, unlike D or U locks, gives cyclists a wide range of bike tie-up options. You can watch a (very long) video of Litelok vs. a range of common theft aids in the image gallery's video above.
Litelok clicks to lock without its key, which you'll need only to unlock it. You can also purchase a pair of twin Liteloks that unlock with the same key if you like securing your bike at 2 locations, want to make an extra long Litelok, or know your friend Cornelius is going to "forget" his monster chain lock at home, and then not want to stop for waffle ice cream sandwiches on the ride back.
Liteloks come with 3 keys and 2 hook and loop WrapStraps for affixing them to your bike frame when not in use. Choose from Crow Black, Boa Green, or Herringbone colors.
/predator-19178.jpg?mode=crop "Sick in the Head: The 10 Coolest Motorcycle Helmets")
Sick in the Head: The 10 Coolest Motorcycle Helmets
Some people say you're sick in the head for riding a motorcycle. I say you're sick in the head if you're wearing one of these motorcycle helmets. And I mean it in the very, very best sense of the word. Here are my picks...
RYNO One Wheel Motorcycle
Ever wanted to pop a perpetual wheelie? Well get ready, 'cause RYNO Motors is in production and set for the 2012 US release of two tiers of its self-balancing, single-wheeled, shit-stirring beast of a motorcycle. OK...
TIHK - Tiny Inconspicuous Handcuff Key
The Tiny Inconspicuous Handcuff Key is intended for use by trained law enforcement, military, and security professionals only. However, TIHK will sell a pair of them to anyone with a credit card or other digital payment...
/kwikset-killer-key-21880.jpg "The Killer Key")
The Killer Key
The Killer Key is for law enforcement officials, landlords with squatters or evicted tenants, and pranksters who thrive on taking things one step too far. See, the key blade inserts into any Kwikset or Schlage brand lock...
/hoverbike-2605.jpg "Hoverbike")
Hoverbike
The Hoverbike is what happens when one really wants to be a superhero, but really needs to figure out a way to more efficiently herd cattle. Aussie Chris Malloy has created a prototype for this motorcycle-helicopter hybrid...
/vibrating-bicycle-seat-8731.jpg?mode=crop "Vibrating Bicycle Seat")
Vibrating Bicycle Seat
A heads up to politicians and city planners: stop wasting your money on bike lanes, tax incentives, and PSA campaigns. All you need do to persuade your constituents to trade in cars for bicycles on their morning commute...
/ampera-office-bike-62329.jpg?mode=crop "Ampera Office Bike")
Ampera Office Bike
Meet the Ampera Office Bike: a sleek solution blending work and wellness into one dynamic experience. Designed for the modern workspace where the lines between home and office blur, the Ampera ensures you stay productive...
The Run Lock
When I run...ha! This entry is already full of lies. The last time I ran I think I was 8 and the ice cream truck was about to get away before I ordered my pink sherbet foot with the gumball toenail! So let me start again...
/nfc-programmable-smart-ring-31165.jpg "NFC Programmable Smart Ring")
NFC Programmable Smart Ring
At this point you could put a different type of smart ring on every one of your fingers if you wanted. The NFC Ring is a programmable piece of smart jewelry you can wave around powerful wizard- or dismissive CEO-style...
/add-a-lock-portable-door-lock-56553.jpg?mode=crop "Add-A-Lock Portable Door Lock")
Add-A-Lock Portable Door Lock
The Add-A-Lock does one better than the portable intruder alarm: it won't just alert you when your one night stand tries to sneak back into your bedroom to sucker you into a committed, long-term relationship during which...
/honda-motocompacto-61431.jpg?mode=crop "Honda Motocompacto")
Honda Motocompacto
What do you get when you combine a toaster, an external hard drive, and a 1990s Kodak camera? Nothing. But add some wheels, handlebars, and a seat, and voila! You've got Honda's new Motocompacto all-electric scooter!...
/havenshield-door-barricade-40891.jpg?mode=crop "Havenshield Door Barricade")
Havenshield Door Barricade
The Havenshield Door Barricade is a home security device for quickly blocking interior access to intruders. It installs over any standard door in your home (or office or classroom) like a wreath. Not exactly a bearer...