We’ve seen some new designs for bike locks. One new design from TiGr uses a flexible strip of titanium with a lock mechanism. Titanium is a strong metal composite and will likely stand up to the needs of any cyclist. A video on the TiGr web site shows the inventor using a hacksaw to cut through a typical U-Lock, and then the same with a strip of titanium. It took 1:26 to cut through the U-lock, compared to 2:36 and more huffing and puffing to cut through the titanium strip.When riding, the strip fits along the downtube of most bikes to remain out of the way. When you’re ready to lock the bike unclip the lock and secure it around the front tire and frame and a fixed object to keep the cycle from being carted away. The lengthy design makes it easier to secure the lock around more of the bike.
TiGr is currently raising funds for its prototype using Kickstarter. To date there are 96 backers with a pleged $13,015 dollars toward a goal of $37,500. The campaign runs through Friday June 3.