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U-Lock Mount

Has anyone had any success frame-mounting the Kryptonite "New York Fahgettaboudit" lock? I am getting tired of carrying it on my back (the thing weighs more than my laptop!)

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Permalink Reply by Adam Herstein on April 10, 2012 at 4:40pm
That mount seems to have mixed reviews. 

John W. said:
Permalink Reply by Far'arned Retrogrumpalunkus #63 on April 10, 2012 at 5:13pm

The best way to carry a U-lock is in a back rack that has a slot in it designed to receive one.

I carry two heavy high-end locks in my back rack which is a planet bike eco-rack.  It just slides right in from the top. 

Permalink Reply by Adam Herstein on April 10, 2012 at 5:38pm
I have the Topeak Explorer rear rack (http://www.topeak.com/products/Racks/ExplorerTubularRack_w_o_spring). I don't think that has a slot for U-locks though. I'd put it in the trunk bag I've got, but that's just a second bag I'd have to carry with me after parking. 

James BlackHeron said:

The best way to carry a U-lock is in a back rack that has a slot in it designed to receive one.

I carry two heavy high-end locks in my back rack which is a planet bike eco-rack.  It just slides right in from the top. 

Permalink Reply by knowbody on April 11, 2012 at 10:10am

Perhaps a little hodge podge will get you by... this is the velcro (cow bell) method.

Permalink Reply by Far'arned Retrogrumpalunkus #63 on April 11, 2012 at 10:22am

As long as the shackle fits in the slot it can be unlocked and slid into the slot from the bottom and then the lock re-connected at the top.  You'll have to unlock it again to remove it but you'll need to unlock/lock it again anyhow to park the bike.  It's not really even an extra step.

Racks are there to carry things.   A  lock is a thing.  That's my thinking at least.  

Adam Herstein said:

I have the Topeak Explorer rear rack (http://www.topeak.com/products/Racks/ExplorerTubularRack_w_o_spring). I don't think that has a slot for U-locks though. I'd put it in the trunk bag I've got, but that's just a second bag I'd have to carry with me after parking. 

James BlackHeron said:

The best way to carry a U-lock is in a back rack that has a slot in it designed to receive one.

I carry two heavy high-end locks in my back rack which is a planet bike eco-rack.  It just slides right in from the top. 

Permalink Reply by Kevin Mulcky on April 11, 2012 at 11:37am

Pedal strap + rack = rattle free lock carrier.

Permalink Reply by Gort 12-mile Pinklegneep on April 11, 2012 at 11:47pm

+1Up

How I do:



Cameron Puetz said:

I typically just lock my u-lock around my saddle rails behind the seatpost to carry it.

Permalink Reply by Will on April 13, 2012 at 3:45pm

You can secure a u-lock to the top of a rack using a couple of sections of an old inner tube. Whether this would be a good solution for your lock, I'm not sure, but I've done that in the past.

Permalink Reply by Banshee: 12-15mi on April 15, 2012 at 12:03pm

Hey I was perusing the Kryptonite web site and ran into this mount.  I needed a way to transport the Fahgettaboudit u-lock as well.

Kryptonite Transit H-Bar Carrier

 

Permalink Reply by Adam Herstein on April 15, 2012 at 2:43pm

I looked at that one and it looks like a nice mount. Not sure I'd want it on the handlebars though.

Steve said:

Hey I was perusing the Kryptonite web site and ran into this mount.  I needed a way to transport the Fahgettaboudit u-lock as well.

Kryptonite Transit H-Bar Carrier

 

Permalink Reply by David Farin on July 6, 2012 at 12:51pm
Something simple like a bungee cord or a retired inner tube might work on racks. The space under the top tube on a traditional frame also makes a fine space for a U-lock. Especially if there is no rack. Knowbody's cowbell method is a similar thought to mine. You may actually ride a stupendously expensive bike somewhere if you can bring your NY F U-lock along without having to mount a bracket on it.

I looked after I got the NY F U-lock and couldn't find anything. Then I saw these (at $3 each) JANDD pump ties and ordered 3 to give them a try. I've used them to carry my NY F U-lock for a couple of years commuting. Depending upon your frame and accessories, you might use one of the following mounts that fit around a frame pump and a down tube mounted water bottle on my large Surly LHT.

Option 1: Carry the lock with the radius of the U aimed at the headset, one side held by two ties around the top tube, and with a third tie holding the lower radius against the down tube. These ties are designed so that their integrated pads are secured between the lock and the frame tube. The straight section of the lock butts up against the top tube because it is longer than the width of the U.
+ If the ties are loose, you may insert the key and unlock, then remove both sections leaving the straps on the frame. When you return, you can carefully slide it back in place and lock it back up.
+ It come close but doesn't interfere with a tall water bottle.
- The upper end of the straight section pings the top tube at most bumps in the road since it is longer than the U is wide, defeating the pads. Stick a bunyon pad on the end to stop the pinging.
- The top straps need to be attended to while riding or they slide toward the headset along the top tube. This can gradually free the straight section to swing. Very annoying.
Option 2: I recently began using two ties around the stout straight section of the lock holding it against the top tube so it hangs like the letter U. I use a single tie to secure the radius of the U to the down tube. Again, the pad of each tie is secured in between the lock and the frame tubes.
+ The foam pads sewn into the ties keep the lock from pinging against the bike tubes.
+ The ties are long enough to wrap around the lock's stout straight section and standard diameter steel frame tubes with velcro fully engaged. It is rock solid and has stood the test of time.
- Use a shorter water bottle, or tolerate a longer water bottle overlapping the U along the down tube.
- You may have to hang your lock the preceding way depending upon frame and tubing dimensions.
- Requires releasing ties to get a key into the lock. Removal makes the ties less likely to be stolen.
Option 3: Under the seat along the seat tube. Here shown like option 1, depending upon water bottle cage or frame pump placement. Just harder to keep track of the ties if they are sliding around.
Either way, straps and pads may be arranged so they won't interfere with the shifter and brake cables.
Dave Farin
Permalink Reply by Matheis on July 6, 2012 at 1:16pm

The best solution I have found for mounting U locks is made by a company called TwoFish.

I use two small ones for my Abus u lock. It is PERFECT. Ultra secure, zero noise, completely removable, won't scratch my frame. They're basically contoured rubber blocks with velcro straps. If I remember they're made in the USA too.

I also mount a superbright LED maglite on my handlebars with one. The bracket allows me to adjust the aim while riding, and if I have a handlebar bag I can undo the velcro and mount the light down on my fork.

They come in different configurations and are high quality. I think I paid under $10. Check your local bike store otherwise Amazon and online retailers carry them.

The TwoFish "Megablock" seems to be your best bet for a Fahgettaboudit u lock. Maybe even use 2.

http://www.twofish.biz/bike.html

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