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TiGr Adds to their Titanium Lock Line with the New Compact and Lightweight Mini

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TiGr mini lock, on rear wheel

When it comes to choosing a bike lock, there’s always a battle between the level of security you require and the amount of weight you can tolerate hauling around. Beefy steel U-locks (or oversized chains) are pretty well unbeatable in terms of security, but even with a good frame bracket or lock pocket in your backpack, you’re still saddled with the weight. TiGr has sought to eliminate that problem by using titanium for their innovative locks, and the company has recently released their smallest, lightest offering yet called the TiGr Mini.

We checked out the original TiGr locks a few years ago, and our readers immediately uncovered a troubling online video of one being clipped rather easily. However, we’re not writing off TiGr’s ideas just yet- Anything less than a U-lock or fat-link chain can be defeated with a pair of industrial bolt cutters, and many riders rely on smaller locks that deter 95% of thieves. The TiGr Mini is a compact, lightweight option that should prevent anything short of targeted theft by well-equipped kleptomaniacs. Read on for the skinny on this lean, clean lock…

TiGr mini lock, on front wheel and frame

The Mini’s bow is made of titanium and is the same 1.25” width as found on TiGr’s larger locks. The Mini’s shapely design provides a locking area of roughly 4” by 7”, which is about the same as other brand’s mini U-locks and just big enough to secure your frame and one tire to a bike rack or post. The bow features a PVC coating so it won’t scratch up your frame.

TiGr mini lock, in bracket, angle TiGr mini lock, in bracket, side

The mini’s lock cylinder is similar to the rest of TiGr’s line, with a stainless steel housing and a 7 disc anti-pick mechanism. Two keys are included with the lock. A carry bracket that attaches to your frame’s water bottle mounts is also included with the Mini, and the bracket features rubber bumpers to reduce vibrations while you ride. The bracket weighs 1.4 ounces, and the lock simply and easily clips in and out.

TiGr mini lock, dimensions

With the complete Mini lock weighing in at just 0.9lbs TiGr has a nice offering for those who want to keep things light, and don’t require the highest level of security available. It’s also made of Ti and it looks pretty neat too, so it probably holds some aesthetic appeal to riders with stylish, customized commuter bikes. TiGr’s locks are made in the USA, and the new Mini is now available online for $99.00 USD.

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Ron G.
Ron G.
9 years ago

“Anything less than a U-lock or fat-link chain can be defeated with a pair of industrial bolt cutters.”

There may be some locks that can’t be cut with bolt cutters,but u-locks and fat-links aren’t among them. We often have to remove locks from donated bikes at our little DIY bike shop, and we’ve clipped u-locks and fat-links–including a Kryptonite Fuhgettaboutit–with our clapped-out old bolt cutters. They may not even be industrial.

DC
DC
9 years ago
Aaron
Aaron
9 years ago

I can’t believe they went to the trouble of designing a Ti bike lock and still locked the bike incorrectly to the rack. You just have to secure the rear wheel through the frame, not the front wheel… per Sheldon’s recommendation.

Veganpotter
Veganpotter
9 years ago

Aaron, if you’re dumb enough to only lock your front wheel, it’s better to lock it through the frame. Lock your front wheel, not with the frame, and someone steals everything but your front wheel.

I still kinda want one of these but they’ve scratched the crap out of the bikes I’ve seen them on. This would be different but you’d be giving up a bottle

JM
JM
9 years ago

DC – That video you link to shows the the 0.75” width version. The mini is only available in 1.25” width. The 1.25” width versions aren’t as easy to break with croppers:

Scott
Scott
9 years ago

Someones Trek 5000 is sad about being leaned against metal poles.

onion
onion
9 years ago

Veganpotter, that’s not what Aaron said. As mentioned per Sheldon’s recommendation, you only need to lock your rear wheel through the rear triangle (best with a Kryptonite mini). Requires a thief to saw completely through your tire and rim, in order to remove your frame.

I’d much prefer to carry a 5 inch U-lock to do this, since said sawing is bound to take more effort than bolt cutters and “5 sec of girllll power,” as Dude so aptly put 2 years ago.

sd
sd
9 years ago

@dc yeah its just a waste of good titanium .. its like just something to look good on the bike and pay a lot of money.

jm
jm
9 years ago

Consider facts. Look at evidence. Use judgement. Be a human. Ignore trolls. Ride your bike.

Seraph
9 years ago

This wouldn’t last 5 minutes here in SoMa. Cool look and I’m sure it’s light, but thieves around here carry battery-powered angle grinders. Nothing less than a New York lock will stop a thief.

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