Bolt-cutters on bike locks *Must see*

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[@duckfrob2911]

I like how KZbin recommend me this video 2 hours after I bought a cable locker with a password

[@smidgelife]

🤣 I know!

[@bugs9284]

Lol

[@karljuan8908]

Hehehe

[@domcity11]

😁😁 When you bought a lock, keywords were stored in the browser cookies. So now youtube algorithm is picking up that history and suggesting you these videos. So the solution is search for a product, add to the wishlist and wait for some time. Not only you will get better suggestions, but also you are likely to get better product with this delay.

[@duckfrob2911]

@@domcity11 GENIUS (I bought it in physical store btw so it didn't have an influence on the algorithm... Unless google is watching what I do irl LMAO)

[@AWriterWandering]

It’s a travesty that cable locks are still even being sold. About all they are good for is keep opportunists from walking off with the bike. They do nothing against actual bike thieves.

[@Jay-jb2vr]

I cut threw a wire bike lock with regular 12 inch bolt cutters.

[@MrPicklesAndTea]

I like using my two keyed-alike master cable locks as add on locks to my equivalent of the kryptonite new york cinch. It makes for an impressive display, having 3 locks on a single bike, plus I only need to use two keys(plus my ignition key to my e-bike).

[@jasonzheng5839]

I got a Kryponite one and I just noticed yesterday that in the span that I’ve owned the thing someone’s tried to steal my bike with like a grinder or something, as a section of the plastic sleeve of the cable was gone but the metal braids themselves were fine. Better than nothing.

[@muhammadarif1825]

@@jasonzheng5839 What type of that item and how much the price ?

[@Palpac]

Nothing will stop actual bike thieves, no lock will stop a cordless grinder, whatever it is made out of.

[@BushidoMusicOfficial]

This is why i made my own chain lock with a heavy chain. I mean granted its heavy but worth it.

[@bryanslocks3481]

Lil Uzi Green not Pewag chain.

[@aurokris4182]

Lol was thinking the same nothing beats a good ol heavy af chain around wheel. But it makes me look funny always carrying it on bike

[@glussier100]

Any bike lock can be broken open. The tool currently being used is not a pair of snips but a battery operated grinder. So, I use 3 locks + a disk brake alarm lock, in hope that if my bike is harder to steel the thieves will try on a bike that has less protection than the one I use.

[@xaiano794]

agreed, but it's about the amount of time and effort it takes the thief - if you're talking about being able to use a common, cheap, quiet tool to remove a lock in mere seconds, then it isn't much of a deterrent.

[@Noadvantage246]

I like the thick kryptonite chain locks for mutiple reasons; 1. MUCH too thick and hard to cut with bolt cutters 2. Protective sleeves around the chain tend to gunk up angle grinder at best disabling the disc and at worse definitely reducing effectiveness and slowly them down. 3. Unlike a U bolt the chain is fluid and moves making it hard to grind away at it on a consistent angle. 4. Also unlike a U bolt you'd need at least two complete cuts on the same link to compromise the lock.

[@kalijasin]

Bike locks are deterrents not protection.

[@BillOweninOttawa]

And always park your bike next to a better one.

[@mohammadsalah4732]

I can just say thank you a lot for testing🙏🌹

[@saddam9507]

I use cable locks only as a back up to a good U lock. The cable goes through one pedal, frame and wheels. U lock through rear triangle and back wheel. 12" inch dollar store cable lock for seat rails to frame which I leave on at all times.(better then nothing for seat and post)

[@JaeDubbya2011]

They serve a purpose though and the security level is usually listed on the lock. I have several different locks, I use a cable lock for my helmet saddle and front wheel. The frame and rear wheel I lock with a much stronger D lock. If I am going for a long ride and not planning on leaving my bike anywhere, I will just take the cable lock in case I need to stop to grab a bottle of water or something from a shop and I am only leaving the bike for a minute.

[@karljuan8908]

Is the U lock better?

[@JaeDubbya2011]

@@karljuan8908 depends on the U lock. There are always better locks on the market, but better locks are usually heavier locks, so it's a trade off. I don't leave my bike locked up for more than 15-30 minutes, so I accept the risk that my lock could be cut with bolt cutters. If I was going to be leaving my bike all day I'd want two locks, one that could not be cut with bolt cutters. Still anyone could turn up with a van and a battery powered angle grinder and cut off the best of locks, which is why it is best to lock your bike in a place that would discourage someone from doing that like with lots of people walking past or with CCTV.

[@mlo71598]

I see these cable locks EVERYWHERE. Don't know why more people aren't talking about this.

[@fredlast4547]

Keeping your bike depends on a large extent to how you assess where it is parked. What kind of area is it? How long will you park there? What time of day will you park there? A cable lock can suffice in many circumstances, especially when carrying a heavy D lock is prohibitive. The value of your bike is also a determinant. I haven't lost a bike to theft but have lost two D locks. One was cut off by workers while left in place and the other was seized up when left in place, probably with super glue so I couldn't remove it. If you commute, let's say to university, then your bag may well be full of other stuff, so a heavy D lock uses up a lot of space and adds a lot of extra weight to your bag. If parking provided by your establishment is secure and covered by CCTV, then a couple of cable locks could suffice.

[@hamzterix]

Thanks for sharing this. Very informative.

[@historiareis327]

Thank you sir. It is very helpful

[@happycat0411]

Just ride an inexpensive bike that you don't mind if it get stolen. A lot of good locks cost at least $20 or more and thieves will just end up wrecking both the lock and your bike if they can't cut the lock off.

[@NuisanceMan]

Not QUITE as easy as a hot knife through butter. More like a cold butter-knife through butter.

[@GrEaTDemOnBlade]

shut your ass up

[@heli400]

Bolt cutters on cable lock. Knife thru butter. Cable cutters on cable lock. Hot knife thru warm butter

[@Michael-si2ln]

That folding lock is not hard to cut You just have to put your weight on the bolt cutter

[@1998megaman]

Cable locks are meant to lock up your bike for 10 mins while you run into a store. If youre storing it for hours a u lock is a lot better. Not impossible to cut but better

[@Noadvantage246]

I like the thick kryptonite chain locks better than U bolts for mutiple reasons; 1. MUCH too thick and hard to cut with bolt cutters 2. Protective sleeves around the chain tend to gunk up angle grinder at best disabling the disc and at worse definitely reducing effectiveness and slowly them down. 3. Unlike a U bolt the chain is fluid and moves making it hard to grind away at it on a consistent angle. 4. Also unlike a U bolt you'd need at least two complete cuts on the same link to compromise the lock.

[@karljuan8908]

@@Noadvantage246 Is it 2x more expensive than U locks?

[@kalijasin]

Two D/U locks work better for that purpose.

[@jonahkrys7698]

Dude test them against a battery powered angle grinder or 40 inch foldable bolt cutters which what's used quite often

[@Michael-si2ln]

An angle grinder is a no-brainer that can cut through any security lock or chain

[@MarkSmith-pd6fk]

Normally the order of bike security is, cable lock, folding lock, chain & padlock, then D lock 🔒 u'r welcome 🤗

[@erikssongong3532]

I lost my key to the cable lock and wanted to get it out from my bike. Thanks for the vid

[@actioncamera1284]

I always use a strong u lock that can't be cut with bolt cutters. I use cable locks as a back up only.

[@stevenschwartzstein4502]

I use the kryptonite evolution mini 4 1055 chain lock. Lockpicking lawyer recommended!

[@AWriterWandering]

Yeah, though LPL did include the caveat that you still don’t want to try to lock up a really expensive bike.

[@Michael-si2ln]

Yeah that lock picking lawyer he's pretty good 😂

[@reynaldoflores4522]

2:28 The weakness of this type of lock is in the joints. No competent thief would try to cut the solid bars. But attacking the joints with a prying bar would force it apart.

[@42luke93]

These are good to lock your front tire if you have quick release. Everyone says to carry 2 U locks. The fact is that they’re very heavy good ones. Mind as well use a cable and a U lock.

[@Cobalt985]

I use a cable going through my seat and front tire, and U-Lock + chain both going through my rear tire and frame (all are Kryptonite)

[@BillOweninOttawa]

@@Cobalt985 I do the same, it's not perfect but a pro will not bother with just a wheel or a saddle, and a casual POS thief will be unable to simply snatch them as per their usual MO.

[@LandTorpedo69]

I have a cable one but I don't leave my bike anywhere for extended periods of time anyways. just something to stop someone from literally walking up and taking off on it.

[@leath25]

The hiplock d1000 is anti angle grinder protective but it's £250.00 or around 300 dollars.but it is the strongest lock on the market .

[@thermonuclearpants553]

Thanks man

[@6atlantis]

Have you ever had to disassemble the cutters and put them back together? I am restoring some vintage HK Porter cutters and I’m having a hard time getting the locking plate and spring back on the cutter assembly. My bolts are lined up, I just can’t get it to work.

[@smidgelife]

I have not but that sounds like a cool project

[@Palpac]

You know most locks if not all are soley to stop opportunist as opposed to actual thieves who go out on a mission to steal. Most would be opportunist don't walk around with bolt cutters or angle grinders, so your stuff should be fine. If someone plans to steal your stuff, if they want it they'll find away.

[@benjaminwatts5525]

Video subtitle: James Hatfield discusses bike locks 🤣🤣🤣

[@chuckitoskates]

I feel like bike locks aren't necessary for Thieves, They're only necessary from keeping people walking by of going home with a new bike. They should make bike locks that are so thicc that medium bolt cutters or the Bolt cutter you use cant open as wide cause I don't think they would bring a Large ass Bolt cutter. Plus I live in dubai so no biggie but I got a super nice Bike, I get like 7 Compliments a day and I just got it I suggest you guys lock your bikes somewhere where People would see it the most so you can have witnesses, Better infront of a Cctv

[@hellraizer44]

All locks can be can be cut or picked. (check out the lock picking lawyer you tube channel) . The only thing you can do is make it harder for the thief to steal your bike. I use a kryptonite fahgettboudit lock with cable on my daily runs and an ottolock as a cafe lock. I'm lucky that my place of work let me park it indoors. 😊

[@gary7vn]

I go into a business and ask them, "Where can I lock my bike?" When they reply, "Dunno". I then ask them, "If I cannot safely lock my bike, why should I use your business?" Our cities and towns need to up their game to include supervised parking lots, robot underground garages, and secure bike lockers.

[@MrMasterFlash]

YOu can use a nut splitter on Abus. Not problem. A portable grinder would be even quicker.

[@smidgelife]

True true

[@helpaholic]

Wouldn’t a thicker cable stop bolt cutters specially if the bolt cutters can’t get around the cable ?

[@BillOweninOttawa]

No.

[@Dannydawson537]

There’s a lot of plastic around the cable 😂

[@TheYankmchain]

"Pewag" brand hardened chain with a Vito lock. Very undefeatable. Do NOT buy a Pewag chain from Amazon! Go to an online rigging supply house in USA. They'll also sell you the chaffe sleeve.

[@sal2417]

They could even use your own seat post and just twisted the cable lock so they wouldnt even need any tools except your seat to be quick release

[@johnjancar6152]

If it makes you feel any better, every bike I’ve ever stolen, bar none. Going back to when I was a kid lol Has been stolen FROM me lol And that’s quite a long list lol Never forget karma at play.

[@aaron6841]

Cables are ok to secure saddles and wheels etc not the main frame

[@Michael-si2ln]

Cables are not okay to use for anything they are very weak

[@nightcap43]

OMG I HAVE THOSE SMALL BOLT CUTTERS DUDE NO LIE I CAN CUT BIKE LOCKS NOW! Edit: I’m not actually gonna steal any tho

[@robertbrawley5048]

Well a battery powered grinder eliminates any sense of security with any bicycle lock that's why those expensive 16 inch wheel folding bikes are appealing as well as a cheap electric bike

[@kennkiser]

I've watched a couple videos showing the bar locks being defeated fairly quick, too. I can't remember if they attacked the locking mechanism or used a small battery powered tool with a cutting wheel. Bottom line... If a thief wants your bike and comes prepared (with bolt cutters, cutting wheel, lock pick, or whatever), your bike is as good as gone. Of the many videos I've watched that covered more than 2 dozen locks, including some costing more than $100, all were defeated and most within 60. In one video they even pretended to steal their own bikes in busy public places and not a single passerby said a word to them. Don't get me wrong, I still suggest locking up your bike, but I also recommend insuring your bike (depending on it's value, difficult level of replacing, or sentimental value).

[@ultimaraza6251]

People are using a nut splitter to break these locks

[@AWriterWandering]

Value being the key factor in so far as thieves are concerned. The professional bike thieves who go around with battery powered angle grinders are not going to waste their time on cheaper bikes.

[@BillOweninOttawa]

U locks, a good one, will defeat silent fast bolt cutters. It's true that a battery powered cutter will do the job in about a minute or less, but only by make a lot of noise and sparks. Cutting a cable is much easier and faster than any U lock, let alone a good one.

[@collinparsons3363]

The last one could be cut with an angle grinder, but that's not nearly as fast as bolt cutters.

[@DoctorRickSanchez]

Pewag chains all the way ⛓

[@Peppermint1]

Good tip but as I look at that bar I already think there is a way to snap it. Anyhow, the thing is thief will always find a way. The best thing is really not leave a valuable bicycle on the street

[@TheKATON132]

Don’t forget a hacksaw can probably go through that.

[@goodshit2526]

Even tiny Bolt cutters are great for stealing bikes, Ofcourse i never used them on someones bike tho.

[@smidgelife]

😂

[@nikkomigueleustaquio5526]

Can a 8 inches bolt cutter cut a standard bike locks?

[@smidgelife]

I would say yes.

[@Jay-jb2vr]

A 12 inch can

[@darkvador9428]

Wow

[@dwighthasbrouck8993]

Yup Cable is not a wise choice

[@abdouxaalis]

I’m here because my bike got stolen today with cable cut off..Is sad how these low life go round stealing bikes to sell for next to nothing…Was very fond of that bike and whoever stole it hope it changes your life for the best.

[@smidgelife]

Wow! Sorry to hear that 😕 all these bikes are getting more popular to steal for sure.

[@tempchannel3885]

try using a grinder

[@liam-lh2nm]

2:26 these locks are terrible a hammer and a screwdriver and you can knock the bolt out pretty quick and quietly

[@bryanslocks3481]

The pins are flattened hardened steel. So not with a hammer and screwdriver, no.

[@imaniOF7]

Am about to make serious bank

[@an2niotransitproductions813]

Yeah but the odds are that people probably won’t be walking around with those bulky cable cutters. It needs to be long for leverage. So someone would have to be spying on you and plan a routine to steal you.

[@AriaFromMahabre]

Even hand cutters can cut those cable locks pretty fast.

[@BillOweninOttawa]

Bike thieves will be walking around with them. How do you think millions of bikes get stolen? By pros, who have tools. In the video he says his clipper are 14 inches long. Your bike will be stolen, but in your case you will deserve it for your obtuseness.

[@niftyyyxx2553]

What is your phone dies

[@smidgelife]

You're SOL 😒

[@lookieman839]

What size bolt cutter to buy

[@smidgelife]

amzn.to/3GrhuQx 😂

[@lookieman839]

Thank you

[@darkknight17]

At 1:08 what makes me quite disgusted, is how much actual metal cable there (is around 40%) vs the composite resin filler (60%) to make it look thicker and sturdy to the customer. Total rip off. I only use an 18mm D lock shackle for my bike. Good video thanks for the share.

[@smidgelife]

Too true, but I'm not aware of any cable style lock that that can protect you against bolt cutters

[@darkknight17]

@@smidgelife I'd only use a cable lock to loop through the bike seat on mountain bike. I'd never use it to protect the bike. I'd use a D Lock like the Kryptonite Forghetaboutit which is 18mm thick shackle for the bike frame and rear wheel. A second D lock for the front wheel or loop the cable through the bike seat and front wheel and tie that to the D Lock. I have a 22mm chain for my motorbike by Pragmasis (UK company).

[@fallback8314]

who makes your 18mm chain? and is a 10mm titanium chain good?

[@K9W]

Ngl I wonder how many people used this video and then went to steal a bike afterwards 😂🤟

[@smidgelife]

Let's hope not 😂✌️

[@LIVITLUVIT]

What mm was that cable you cut?

[@smidgelife]

Difficult to say because it's wrapped in a liner of plastic. Underneath the plastic is about 4 mm of wrapped metal.

[@LIVITLUVIT]

@@smidgelife 4mm???? That's like a 5$ lock them ...most are at least 10mm -25mm

[@smidgelife]

Right but bolt cutters generally would cut that too quite easily. These types of locks are great for short-term use but if I were parking my bike overnight I definitely would have a different solution.

[@LIVITLUVIT]

@@smidgelife for sure big chains and u locks seem to be best if you want to carry big one

[@ronatelmon186]

Who ever invented the bold cutter have a special place in HELL

[@arberfilms2302]

telmon silk they are illegal to possess unless you have a logical reason or a permit to use one

[@cognac8297]

@@arberfilms2302 lol bought one at harbor freight for stealing and it was legal and I don't need a reason. The reason is in the instructions

[@Jay-jb2vr]

@@arberfilms2302 ummmmmm you can buy these at your local hardware store, *COMPLETELY LEGAL*

[@Bvia05]

Don't lock to tire lock to the frame it is more expensive

[@AWriterWandering]

Well you should lock both the frame and rear tire, since they are the first and second most valuable parts. Plus if someone else is dumb enough to secure by the wheel, it’s not uncommon for bike thieves to just steal a similar wheel in order to make a complete bike.

[@Jose-sy1je]

Best thing is not to ride with a valuable bike if you need to lock it up somewhere. Don't have it stand out and still use a U-lock of at least a chain if possible. It's sad that cyclists don't get better options to park their bikes in public spaces if they always talk to us about going green

[@JamesBondJB007]

I have a cable lock and gun. I wonder if that's enough to deter anyone?

[@glussier100]

It's not, how is a gun going to help you if you are not there when your bike gets stolen?

[@JamesBondJB007]

@@glussier100 use the bike as bait and wait in the bushes. Have it go all over the news so everyone will think twice. I wonder if that's enough to deter anyone?

[@glussier100]

@@JamesBondJB007Haven't you heard of repeat offenders? I think the statistics are that more than 70 or 80% of the people who get cut once don't learn. So, imagine when it's someone else who gets shot. I don't know in Texas, but up here, I'm sure you can't kill someone because he/she is stealing your bike.

[@JamesBondJB007]

@@glussier100 depends on the facts and circumstances. You could put a knife in the hand, self defense?

[@glussier100]

@@JamesBondJB007The big pair of snips would count as a weapon, wouldn't-it?

[@luisalejandroladino734]

my bike was just stolen yesterday..I was using a cable lock. I didn't know it was so easy to cut....

[@smidgelife]

Yep you have to definitely be careful because cable locks give you a false sense of security.

[@DavidGS66]

Police have never recommended cable locks, yet It's a mystery why cyclists never give up on cable locks? I know bike thieves by name. They roam around with boltcutters & skip U-locks. I also pick bottles & have found countless cut cables, only 1 cut U-lock, & never a cut folding lock.

[@StarBoy4rt]

cable locks dont offer peotection aside from stoping random burglars to take your bike, just like those plastic body common locks for preventing people to open certain things but easy to brake open, for the professional theaves better have an insuranse, the're hella cheap

[@jeffgood6441]

It's ashame it's my favorite lock wtf

[@ridewithjeffy2088]

the best way to lock a bike take rhe seat off

[@tescopiwo]

Lol just buy a good 100% kryptonite u lock and you’re good

[@Michael-si2ln]

Not against an angle grinder

[@tescopiwo]

@@Michael-si2ln angle grinders are extremely loud and sketchy so you still have way less chances of getting your vehicle stolen than a regular spaghetti that a 13 year old kid with a bolt cutter can steal

[@Michael-si2ln]

@@tescopiwo if they want it bad enough it does not matter. They will do it right in front of you they don't care

[@smidgelife]

Sad but true.

[@jasonjacejr754]

I stole your bike✔️

[@kalijasin]

That bar lock is not impenetrable. I can think of 3 different ways to cut it off and in less than 1 min. 🙊

[@smidgelife]

Agreed. But, it does dramatically reduce the amount of people that would have that skill.

[@garymichael7460]

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