Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboutit Mini Bicycle U-Lock (3.25 x 6-Inch)
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Description of Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboutit Mini Bicycle U-Lock (3.25 x 6-Inch)
- Center keyway defends against leverage attacks
- Protective vinyl coating
- Sliding dustcover protects and extends cylinder life
- 3 keys - one lighted with high intensity bulb & replaceable battery
- Anti Theft Proctection Offer $4500
- 18mm hardened Max-performance steel shackle
- Ovesized, hardened-steel sleeve over crossbar
- Double Deadbolt locking
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| Lock Size | 3.25" x 6" |
| Bracket Incuded | no |
Big city cyclists need big city protection, as would-be thieves aren't intimidated by just any bicycle lock. Enter the Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboutit U-lock, which features an 18mm hardened Max-Performance steel shackle designed to resist bolt cutters and leverage attacks. Ideal for anyone who lives in moderately high crime areas, the New York Fahgettaboutit boasts a maximum 12 ranking on the Kryptonite 1-12 lock comparison system, which ranks the varying levels of security offered by the company's product range. A lock that ranks 1 on the Kryptonite scale might work if you live in the burbs and have a Rottweiler parked next to your bike or motorcycle. However, city dwellers demand extreme protection, which is why the New York Fahgettaboutit is built for serious deterrent security. The U-lock also offers such security-enhancing features as a high-security disc-style cylinder; an oversized, hardened steel sleeve over the crossbar for double security; double deadbolt locking for extensive holding power; and a center keyway that defends against leverage attacks. And as a bonus, the lock comes with three keys, one of which is lighted with a high-intensity bulb that makes it easy to unlock the Fahgettaboutit after dark. Other features include a protective vinyl coating, a sliding dust cover that protects and extends the cylinder life, and dimensions of 3.25 by 6 inches.
The Legendary Durability of Kryptonite Locks
The first big test for Kryptonite locks came in 1972, when Kryptonite founder Michael Zane directed the Second Avenue Bicycle Shop in New York City to lock a three-speed bicycle to a signpost in Greenwich Village. Although thieves immediately stripped all of the bicycle's removable parts, the bicycle itself remained for 30 days and 30 nights. The Kryptonite lock and the bike frame were still in place, even though the lock had been attacked numerous times. The publicity gave Kryptonite the boost it needed and forever changed the face of bicycle security. Twenty-two years later, Kryptonite returned to the streets of the Big Apple to test its latest innovation, the New York lock. In April 1994, the New York Post laid down the ultimate challenge: Could Kryptonite's New York lock last 48 hours on the toughest streets of New York? In a city where more than 100,000 bikes are stolen each year, Kryptonite and the Post locked a brand new, bright green Univega road bike worth $600 to a parking meter in the East Village--the Bermuda Triangle of New York bicycle thievery. For a full 48 hours, the bike remained locked on the corner of Avenue A and 11th Street. Zane and Neil McDaid, director of product development and design for Kryptonite, watched from around the corner as the bike came under every possible means of assault, stumping thieves at every turn. After 48 hours the bike remained intact except for the gear derailleur, which had been stripped off. The lock showed definite signs of abuse, but it had not failed. The New York lock had met the Post's challenge.
Not satisfied with the length of the test, Zane moved the bike to SoHo for another six days and, finally, uptown near the Lincoln Center. Even in these high-theft areas the properly locked bike lasted another three weeks before being pulled off the streets by Zane and McDaid. The Post also ran the New York lock through a battery of street tests using common bike theft tools: a 4-foot bolt cutter, a crowbar, and a hammer. The non-Kryptonite locks cracked in seconds, but all methods failed on the New York lock, even the monstrous bolt cutter, which was rendered useless with large dents in its jaws.
About Kryptonite
In the early 1970s, Michael Zane was a free-spirited, bearded kid with a VW van and a big idea for a new kind of lock. He traveled thousands of miles showing the unique U-shaped locking device and spreading his passion for bicycle security to bike dealers all around the country and forged lifetime relationships. The company soon expanded its product line to include power sports, hardware, and snow sports security. Through innovative product designs, cutting-edge marketing savvy, legendary customer service, and pure fanaticism for security, Kryptonite grew with a cult-like following. In 2001, the company that was started in a VW van was purchased by industry giant Ingersoll Rand and became a flagship brand in the company's Security Technologies sector. Publications such as Bicycling, Fortune, The Wall Street Journal, US News & World Report, and a host of others continued to tout Kryptonite products as the best on the market. The company's dedication to its customers is best represented by its actions during the fall of 2004, when it was discovered that the industry-standard tubular cylinder could be compromised, at times, with a household item. Kryptonite flew into action, created a voluntary lock exchange program, and replaced more than 400,000 locks in 21 countries for free. In essence, the company redesigned the equivalent of nine years worth of new products in just 10 short months. Kryptonite is the only company in the world that offered such a comprehensive plan to customers, taking its "legendary customer service" pledge to new heights.
Sports reviews of Kryptonite New York Fahgettaboutit Mini Bicycle U-Lock (3.25 x 6-Inch)
Customer Review: Fantastic!
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I feel so much more confident leaving my bike alone but locked with nothing but the best. It gives me the security & peace of mind plus the fact that I did everything I could to protect it, & that to me is well worth it. I have had it for a month & no problems whatsoever, . I got the 7 foot Kryptonite security cable as well which makes it a perfect combo, the Deadly Yellow Frog in terms of locks with it's Vicious Orange friend in terms of cable. Both looks great together too. Awesome product!Customer Review: Good lock but ...
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I have just started locking my bike with this and feel my bike is safer. Be aware that it doesn't come with a bracket so you either keep it in your bag or secure it on your rack. Not that this matters to me.
There's supposed to be a sliding cover on the key hole, supposedly to keep the inside of the lock dust (and water?) free. When my lock came, the sliding cover was broken, but I didn't know what it was for. But without it, I doubt the lock performance will suffer, but still ...
Customer Review: That extra 2 ,5 pounds is the weight of Safety
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
This lock is approximately 4.6 pounds but I couldn't be happier. Although it's a little heavy, it's size is relatively small. I own a $1300 road bike and I want to keep it. Besides,I can store the lock on the frame easily when I'm riding. I understand that the insurance coverage is crap because of all the specifics, but I have complete faith that nothing will cut through this thing. If you value safety and wouldnt mind carrying the extra weight, this lock is the way to go.Customer Review: Hefty formidable and strong
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
This is am impressive lock. From the research I have done it seems like this is one of the strongest U-locks available. Once I had it in my hands I understood. The size, shape, design and parts selection were all done to guarantee security. When I lock my bike with this lock I have no fears that the lock will fail, often I am more concerned about the security of the item I am locking it to. The only downside of this lock that I can find is that it is HEAVY.Customer Review: Lock beyonf lock
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
This is a real piece of protection. Heavy and strong. It is not to carry with you. You will have to leave it where you want to lock your precious bike. You will have peace of mind but not completely, because you can only lock the the bike's frame and one wheel. You will need a cable to lock the other wheel and or the saddle. And most of the cable do not offer very good protection, it is light protection at the most.