Security

What’s so special about this bike lock that immediately shattered its Kickstarter funding target? Plus intriguing DIY aero hacks from the Transcontinental Race, Iron Man’s surprise Tour de France appearance, and more new stuff from Shimano, Garmin, Parcou

From an innovative lock that’s already smashed its crowdfunding goal to Garmin’s TrainingPeaks takeover and some gloriously bodged aero upgrades at the Transcontinental Race, here's all this week’s cycling tech

Sat, Jul 25, 2026 12:00
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Squire Matterhorn 230/10C D-Lock and Cable Kit

Affordable Diamond-rated lock and cable set that will prevent most opportunist thieves

£59.99
Tue, Oct 07, 2025 14:01
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OnGuard RockSolid 8590

Go-to grinder-resistant bike lock for cities, with top Sold Secure grading and a decent price

£199.99
Thu, Sep 11, 2025 08:45
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Master Lock Chain with Mini U-Lock

Solid-looking deterrent that offers flexibility in use but can be cut through with the right tools in under a minute

£39.99
Thu, Aug 28, 2025 08:45
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Litelok Core Plus

Decent lock that holds up quite well to attack, but heavy and awkward to take places

£139.99
Sat, Aug 09, 2025 11:45
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Oxford Shackle14 Pro Duo U-Lock and cable

Good Diamond-rated lock with a handy cable and frame mounting

£56.99
Fri, Jul 25, 2025 08:45
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Grundig Reflector Findmy Tracker

Discreet option to conceal a tracker on your bike, but let down by a flimsy-feeling mount and limited compatibility

£86.00
Thu, Jul 17, 2025 14:45
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Squire Matterhorn Compact 10c D-Lock and Security Cable Kit

Light, good value, and with a Diamond Sold Secure rating, but the frame mount could be better

£49.99
Fri, Jul 11, 2025 08:45
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Hiplok Switch Folding Bike Lock

Easy to use, with a good mount, but not the most secure option

£74.99
Thu, Jun 26, 2025 08:45
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Hiplok Original Lock

Good lock that can be used and carried in a multitude of ways, ideal for short rides, with a genuinely useful hi-vis cover

£74.99
Sat, Jun 07, 2025 11:45
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