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The first thing you notice out of the package is the heft. It just _feels_ like an instrument of security.THE LOCK: As a lock, it's outstanding. This thing is tough. Like "Oops I ran it over with my F-350" tough. In the closed position, it's not easily distinguishable from a silicone-coated block of metal. The key cylinder is protected by two spring loaded wedges. This is distinctly different from the usual type of cover, which is a single thin metallic piece that is more for keeping dust out. In all seriousness, I see someone taking an angle grinder to this before they try their hands at picking the lock. The lock itself is the 'top' which in the photo is shown as a red block. The last link has an indentation in the end that fits into the locking mechanism.AS A BIKE LOCK: Honestly, I'm surprised that I don't see these in my local stores. In direct comparison with a U/D lock, it's much more flexible while offering about the same level of security. Most readers will be familiar with the dominance of cable locks and the choice of more security minded people towards heavy chains where flexibility is still necessary. There's a huge weight penalty associated with chains, unless you're keen on the fashion statement. Cable locks are only there to deter your local part-time idiot and will do nothing against a full-time idiot. This style of folding bars is very different, but after a few minutes of playing around with it I'm a big fan.It's hard to beat a properly applied U/D lock, but only when you have the benefit of a proper bike rack. If you're using your lock all over the place, you'll be forced into compromise where your static lock begins to lose its edge. The Bordo GRANIT X Plus doesn't have this issue. The flexibility allows you to tie on to unorthodox objects or in different ways to minimize slack.THE CASE: I wouldn't suggest trying to use the straps that come with it. The lock itself is heavy enough to shift with the usual bumps in the road and can twist into your range of motion. There are two holes that fit 'bottle cage' mounts, for which I opted to get a I live in NYC. Are you smiling already? I lost 6 bikes to thieves during last 20 years. Last 3 years i am riding nice MTB as a commuter and have been using Fahgettaboudit Kryptonite lock. It is the best lock created so far for protection and the worst one to carry around. Love Abus aesthetic and convenience. Unlike kryptonite is does not offer insurance protection for your bike, cost more and offer less security but it fits flawlessly on my frame.Pros VS KryptoniteAesthetic, Conveniece. WeightCons VS KryptoniteCan be easily broken within 5-10 min vs 20-30 min for Kryptonite. cost 50% more even at discounted $124 price and do not offer insurance in case of stolen bike.If you are like me ready to spend more money and accept less security in exchange for carring convenience then it is the lock for you. Considering i never keep my bike more then an hour outside and never overnight or in back alleys am thinking ABUS is plenty of lock for me.Holy moly this is a massive lock. I'm a big guy, and have a big bike, so it fits in well.Some people in other reviews have commented that the lock is either too big, or that the lock caddy isn't good. I haven't experienced this at all while using this lock on my fat bike. I strapped the carrier to my horizontal tube, and it stay's put and doesn't give me any trouble. The lock itself fits in the carrier well, and secures with a single rubber strap.I've been using this lock for a couple of months now, wrapping it around my rear fat bike tire, frame, and whatever I'm locking too. Its showing a little wear on the rubber sections, just like I would expect. I fully believe this lock will last as long as my bike does, and probably a lot longer.Cons? Its heavy, and a bit awkward to use. A little practice, though, and its well worth it in my eyes. Great for electric bikes/A SERIOUS bike lock, any thief would need a grinder or thermal lance to cut this baby!I bought it for my new eBike, so the weight (4+ lbs.) is not to much of a concern, though I don't think I'd consider it on my road or mountain bikes due to its weight, and the fact it requires one of the water bottle mounting points on the frame.Could do with being a little longer as the folding bars (used in place of chain or cable) don't provide the flexibility of a more typical lock, but that's probably just down to me choosing this model.Folds up nicely and stores in a compact case that is bolted to the bike frame with additional Velco straps for mounting or securing it within the case.A well worth investment given the cost of bikes these daysLock is a snap to use. Pull it out of its pouch, unlock, put it through whatever stationary object you're using and done. So far no one was even attempted to fiddle with it. (Am I tempting fate by saying that?) My one complaint involves the pouch: using velcro straps, I discovered, is problematic at best. It simply does not hold firmly enough, allowing the entire pouch to slip from position where I had placed it, towards the front of the frame where it ran up against my front tire causing me to come to a very quick, unexpected halt in the middle of a very busy urban intersection. I switched to tie strips which hold much firmly and moved the brake to the back side of the frame. Nevertheless, because of the weight of this substantial lock, it slowly sllps down the tube.This is a very heavy lock but I knew that when I purchased it. Overall, nobody will every steal my bike again with this lock. The Bordo has enough room to lock up one bike through the frame and rear wheel. If you want more space, there is a larger version of the lock but again, it is even more heavy. The rubber coating on the lock protects my paint from scratching and it folds easily into a bike trunk bag.Finally, if you want spare keys made for this lock, they run about $13 and have to come from Germany. Nobody can cut new keys in the US.Bought this Oct 2016 and nearly 5yrs later I still have my bike and the lock is still working. Not bad for London although I am careful not to leave it on the street anywhere overnight, or for the whole day. Still I've ridden pretty much all over London and been able to find places to lock the frame and front wheel to a solid object, the folding lock has enough space to fit around most cycle stands and street posts. I do have a cable lock as well to go round both wheels and larger objects where necessary. (Still got my saddle nicked at Broadway market though).Very realible, safe & secure,strong durable & convenience. I'm happy with this folding lock.My bicycle hasn't been robbed yet anyway! It seems solid. Packing it away into its pouch is fast and easy. It's too short for to lock it in some places, but then again it would be heavier if it was longer.Good value and qualityPleased with lock. Not quite as flexible as a chain so gets a bit of getting used to
