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A thin smear of grease on the two ends of the shackle really helps too, specially for when you have it forced round something and they're slightly out of alignment.

Just ordered my third one, the other two have been no trouble and the mounting brackets actually work. I would suggest some graphite powder in all locks to keep them lubed.

Gotta keep it lubed.

There are other OnGuard discounts on the Evans website BTW.

Ridiculously heavy though. Would recommend kryptonite instead.

Aye forgot about that they are even selling pouches to put your key in to stop the signal being transmitted.

No need for OBD, all you need is an amplifier to boost the signal from the keys on your foyer table to the car. A few friends I know who have keyless entry cars use these - these have definitely made a comeback.

Autotrader rates this version as the best steering wheel lock https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/accessories-tyres/95031/best-steering-wheel-locks Says 5+ minutes to remove, and tools needed etc, will stop a chance thief, but more of a deterrent to a dedicated gang, hopefully slowing them down long enough to stop the theft.

He or she doesn't own the key, it's just hidden evidence.

Yes.... but where did you put that key?

Most will be cut through relatively easily don’t matter what size as such. The thing is it’s how easy you make it for them. If the chain is on the floor it will become a whole lot easier m. It’s all about deterrent and this small chain won’t be much of one at all. I have the 16mm oxford and lock(nemesis). Still gets cut through like hot knife in butter but looks the part and means that they more likely go for the bike next to mine with this on then mine. But that said you should always use disk locks etc bike alarms and even 2 chains. Remember anything that looks like it’s gonna be a pain or take a while will always potentially send them to the next bike

just wondered about the '5 minute attack test' as seen vids of cutting through similar thicknesses with relative ease.

Look here for chains that have been well tested https://www.bennetts.co.uk/bikesocial/reviews/products/security/motorcycle-chains-and-locks/how-to-choose-the-best-motorcycle-security

I hope you’re being sarcastic. Even the toughest chain on the market at over £200 will eventually be cut through by a angle grinder. If that takes 45 seconds this this will be over in around 15-20 seconds

You haven’t seen one then.

Can anyone who's bought this from Tredz recently, tell us if the security rating on the packaging is 95 or 97/100 Thanks

Good price BUT, I have had two and both got rusty inside making the lock jam within 6 months

How about a pibull mini, its a thinner, shorter shackle so should be a little bit lighter and fit in a slightly smaller frame. More limited in what you can secure your bike frame to though. https://www.evanscycles.com/onguard-pitbull-mini-shackle-d-lock-EV344548 Someone used to make a d-lock that mounted horizontally above the rear wheel so it doubled as a (extremely heavy) rack, I liked the idea, but I think the lock itself wasn't great.

The lighter, the more expensive the bicycle, and the heavier the lock/locks needed to deter a thief, it is all a bit self defeating really. :( Although it could be argued that it might be considered a bit silly to leave a bicycle costing thousands of pounds locked up on a public street. I guess if you've got an expensive bicycle, you probably have it insured and will be able to get away using the lightest lock you can find that meets the insurance company's requirements.

touche!

Just hide the backup key under the flowerpot 😁

I do want a smart lock can be useful but what’s this with a “hidden back up key l

In 30 years they'll be hailing the latest invention, a new way to enter your home without using passwords or your thumb, and its battery free. It will be a key.

If u have to carry a back up key with you , best save £130 odd and just use the key

Lol me also

Just checked - it was the same model but only the 6 sheet version. Condition was fantastic. Only the packaging was damaged.

RRP is bull, I bought this two years ago for £41

same in john lewis but with 2 year guarantee

I paid £29.99 for this model 18 months ago from Amazon. It lasted 18 months of light use. You don’t get to shred many sheets before the dreaded red light illuminates.

Was this exact same model? And did it come in a very good condition?

I have given heat :) I would not use a Matalan bag every day personally as I find the fabric splits

One more present down. Heat.

Thanks got one navy

No. Just need to replace the handle. Installation menu is fairly clear and straight forward. The only criticism I had is the unintuative App.

Ordered, thanks OP :)

It would be easier to buy an auto centre punch. You can go through toughened glass in seconds

If they can break In to 60k mercs these will be child's play to them

Thanks

I assume this has now expired as the link is now showing OOS and £174.95

Heat! Just under £30 less than Jessops reduced price for the (older?) lever version - £118.36

Manfrotto element 79 in currys, little more compact for travel

Kept looking on Jessops for this to come up. Bargain!

Awww gutted!!! Prob best travel Tripp’s out there! For a minute there I thought it was the befree with the fluid head. ( the one I want ) Heat!!!!

Does this lock meet the BS for home security to meet your home insurance ? My house insurance stipulates that front & back door lock types meet or exceed min standards

I would be v tempted if it could automatically lock my door, but it can't (multipoint locks)

Tasker is an android app that let's you automate almost anything on your phone. Basically when my phone connects to my WiFi it will trigger a z wave scene to open the door. If you have smartthings it should work in a similar way.

What is tasker? I have this and was looking at getting the presence sensor via smarthings for such functionality, but the reviews in general for that sensor aren't great. I already have the smartthings hub but, am interested to know of 'tasker'. (y)

Love mine, paired with the z wave module and tasker I have the door open when my car pulls up on the drive. Paid £200 for mine, this is a great price.

Just be aware that the chain on this is only 10mm thick which is well within bolt cropping range, if thieves are able to get into your garage then they are likely to be able to get into this lock. The brand is great and so is the price just don’t expect it to last more than 5-6 seconds. If you want to chain expensive bikes down and really slow up those dastardly thieves then get a 16mm + chain from someone like Almax or Pragmasis with a similar level of lock, it does all depend on the value of the stuff you need to lock up though. Heat added for what it is at the price point.

I purchased this to go with it Kryptonite Ground Anchor

How do you secure this to the garage wall/floor? I’ve seen galvanised loops for a few quid but need something better

For some steering wheels, they use the bar as a lever and just bend the wheel in half, they aren't designed to resist bending. Tinfoil over a keyfob does the same thing, no need for a microwave oven or whatever. Or I'm sure everyone has a small tin going spare. GPS jammers are cheap on Chinese sites, you can assume car thieves will go prepared. Also don't underestimate the lengths they will go to, lifting a 2nd car out of the way is no big deal. Above all make sure they can't just kick your front door in and ask you politely for the car keys.

pressing the lock button 2 times on many cars deadlocks the interior handles on many cars, making it hard to use slim jims or even thread to open cars

you can disable keyless entry e.g on a LAND ROVER with the key in your hand, inside the car and with door open press the headlamp button on the fob 3 times then the unlock button to reverse this (re-enable keyless)press the headlamp button three times and then lock button...reactivated on MERCEDES BENZ press lock button twice

Electronic parking brakes........ ....no good for my handbrake turns outside the chip shop Saturday night. ....

The car manufacturers still reckon their keyless entry systems are not a security risk. One day they will listen to consumers. Watchdog and the police whom have collated evidence to prove how easy cars fitted with keyless entry are easy pickings.

I find that the flaps on the sides break off eventually on the copies.

And here! I've had so many cheaper ones over the years that have warped / discoloured / etc but these are still in perfect condition (y)

Same here.

I bought main from QVC twenty years ago, still going strong, best quality by far (y)

I use family link, what would you like to know? I can block individual apps (including chrome) I have to approve any app request from the kids within 24 hours either in person or remotely. I can allow all websites, block adult content (best endeavours obviously), or whitelist every website on a request by request basis. I can set bedtimes for the device, and time limits per day in 15 minute increments for allowed time. It will not totally remove internet access, but a website whitelist and app permissions should cover your use case. Or alternatively get a sim with no mobile data and don’t add it to the WiFi. You may be able to blacklist the device in your router, depending on the model of router. But then of course you can’t add new apps etc as no internet access, and these apps wouldn’t have functionality either

Not sure if it'll be any good for you, but someone on the deal post for the Google app like this suggested No Root Firewall. Haven't tried it myself, but might be what you're looking for! ;)

Looking for an app which removes Internet access from an android phone, would welcome reviews of this app or android family link app.

Not commenting on the deal, but also look at android family link, it does a lot of this and is a google app.