Customer Reviews:
 Unsafe at any speed! March 16, 2008
Charlie (Rome, Italy)
6 out of 7 found this review helpful
After riding my bike with this lock for a few more days, I would lower the number of stars to two or one if Amazon let you change the numbe of stars. I thought I might get used to how heavy the chain and lock are, and how unstable it makes the bike when you are transporting it, but there is just no escaping the fact that this lock and chain set are UNSAFE TO TRANSPORT/CARRY on a bike, period, and it's only a matter of time before someone gets injured or killed as a result of how unstable this set makes a bicycle. I bought this lock and chain set to protect my expensive mountain bike when I use it for commuting or running errands in town. However, it severely disrupts the center of gravity of the rider on the bike, whether the lock and chain set is worn on the rider, wrapped around the seatpost or cross bar, attached to a rack, or carried in a sack on the rider's back or attached to the bike, making the rider and bike much less stable. It might be great for leaving attached to a rack or anchoring point where one habitually parks the bike, or for immobilizing the bicycle at a bike park while one relaxes or watches one's buddies, and it might be okay for a (heavy) motorcycle, (or, god forbid, jet ski or snow mobile), but I would rather risk the bicycle than the joy of riding or a serious crash. I am looking for a less heavy but still at least somewhat secure means of protecting my bicycle that can be carried while riding the bike without seriously detracting from the bicycling experience itself. I really like the light on the key, though. Another thing: I wouldn't let the so-called Kryptonite "guarantee" or "theft insurance" persuade you. There are so many conditions on this "insurance" that it is almost meaningless. You have to "request" the insurance within 15 days of purchasing the lock, and enclose a bill of sale for the bike (how many people have that around?) as well as a recent "appraisal" of the bike by a bike shop, with the request (within the 15 day limit, mind you). I also somehow doubt that kryptonite would pay replacement cost for a bike stolen with this chain on it. My guess is, from the information they require with a request for this "insurance," is that, at most, they would pay some kind of depreciated amount, taking into account the age of the bike, regardless of how much you have put into maintenance or upgrades. This "insurance" is a gimmick, so I would ignore that. Of course, as other reviewers have pointed out, most thieves would probably not succeed in getting away with a bike secured by this lock and chain set without destroying the bike or the anchoring point. It is a monster, but not one you want on a bicycle in motion.
 The Ultimate Lock February 16, 2008
Dr. J. C. Pollock (Raleigh, NC United States)
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
It's a bit heavy, but the extra weight is more than worth it for the added security. This is the ultimate bike lock, if you want to make sure its protected, get one of these!
Ridiculas!!!! September 10, 2007
David E. Shaw Jr. (Winston-Salem, NC United States)
Upon opening the box my friend yelled out out "That's Ridiculous!". Yeah, after previously having two mopeds stolen that is the reaction I wanted to hear. This thing is so intimidating that there it no way any thief with a brain is going to attempt to defeat this system.
I am telling you, it's a little heavy but it's kind of like having a Pit Bull on a chain. Most people just pack up and move on.
If you need the ultimate in security and lets face it we all do, get this system. Lastly, I look at it as get the best, because it is going to be the chain and lock that you grow old with.
Peace of mind weighs about 12 pounds August 24, 2007
J. Seal (Wenatchee, WA USA)
11 out of 11 found this review helpful
They call this the Fahgettaboudit for a reason. Yeah, if I go into Hastings for an hour to look at books and stuff, I still occasionally get paranoid about some wanker kid vandalizing my brake lines or something, but I know they ain't gonna take my bike.
This thing is built like a brick poop-house from the insane chain to the lock and the keys.
The nylon chain cover also has another nice function besides keeping your bike from getting scratched up. It makes it so you can wear the thing pretty comfortably as a belt. I put it on and hardly know it's there with the weight distrubuted over my hips/legs. Cinch it in the front, apply the lock, then spin it around so it is over your butt. Sometimes I wrap the lock through several times (sort of twisting the chain) if it feels loosy-goosy. It's too big of a beast to carry in a backpack very comfortably. I've tried it (and I am about 6'6" 250).
If you've got a nice (expensive) bike I think this is well worth the investment. I think this is a much more versatile solution than a u-lock too. Another suggestion, take the front wheel off, put next to the rear, then you can go through both wheels and the frame with the chain. Works nicely.
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