Logo
Browse Categories
All

Some links are affiliate links. We earn a tiny commission if you buy (at no cost to you).

outdoor
•Updated 2mo ago

Best Bike Locks

Best Bike Locks - Litelok & Hiplok Lead Angle Grinder Tests

TL;DR: Litelok & Hiplok dominate the angle grinder hype, check the weight & price; Kryptonite & Abus are the standard for reliability but beater bikes > any lock in high-theft zones; U-locks are the gold standard for security; chains are awkward but move during cutting; folding locks are convenient but rivets are a weak point; use two locks and take the bike inside if you want to keep it

2.9K comments analyzed
r/cycling
1
Litelok X1

Litelok X1

$199.99Amazon
94

TL;DR: grinder resistant; remarkably lightweight; average ulock size; highly recommended protection

96
85
•78 positive•3 neg
2
Hiplok D1000

Hiplok D1000

$34.99Amazon
93

TL;DR: coated with graphene; chews up grinder blades; hefty piece of metal; multiple disc replacements needed

388
75
•68 positive•3 neg
3
Kryptonite New York Lock

Kryptonite New York Lock

$136.99Amazon
91

TL;DR: beast to lug around; 10 years of use; standard for security; heavy duty ulock

162
58
•52 positive•2 neg
4
Kryptonite Evolution Chain

Kryptonite Evolution Chain

$120.95Amazon
89

TL;DR: awkward and strong; difficult to saw; moves during cutting; heavy but worth it

82
47
•41 positive•3 neg
5
Abus Bordo 6500

Abus Bordo 6500

$159.00Amazon
87

TL;DR: beefiest folding lock; rock-solid holster; convenient form factor; lamp post compatible

64
31
•27 positive•1 neg
6
Litelok X3

Litelok X3

$329.99Amazon
85

TL;DR: angle grinder resistant; heavier end for ulock; extremely secure; more secure than chains

68
29
•23 positive•2 neg

More recs

Warbonnet hammock

Best hammock

cottage brands (Warbonnet, Dutchware, Dream) are top-tier; OneWind is the best budget pick; avoid short ENOs for sleeping; 11ft+ length is key for comfort

3,911 comments
r/camping
See full recs >
Osprey Fairview 40

Best Women's Travel Backpacks

Osprey Fairview & Daylite 26+6 dominate recs; Patagonia Mini MLC & Cotopaxi Allpa top alternatives; women-specific harness > unisex for comfort; torso length matters more than height; try on weighted packs at REI; 40L max carry-on but 30L often sweet spot for petites

4,881 comments
r/onebag
See full recs >
Osprey Atmos AG 65

Best Hiking Backpacks

Osprey dominates (Atmos/Talon) but REI Flash wins value; AG/heavy haulers max comfort vs. weight penalty; ULA/Durston top cottage/UL picks; trampoline backs > foam for sweat; fit subjective, always try on with loaded weight

4,513 comments
r/hiking
See full recs >
Yeti Rambler Tumbler

Best Travel Coffee Mugs

Zojirushi & Stanley for best heat/leak-proofing, but complex lids are a pain to clean; Yeti is durable & easy-clean, but standard lids aren't leak-proof; ceramic mugs offer pure taste, but Fellow can get funky

4,332 comments
See full recs >
Exped Megamat 10 / Duo / Max

Best Sleeping Pads

Exped & Big Agnes dominate comfort hype but pricey/bulky; Thermarest XLite/XTherm kings of warmth-to-weight despite crinkle; Nemo Tensor beloved for quiet comfort but watch durability/leaks; Klymit good budget pick but sleeps cold; side sleepers need thick/wide pads; R-value matters heavily for warmth

4,452 comments
r/camping
See full recs >
Emporia EV Charger

Best Portable EV Chargers

Emporia for value, Tesla Universal for future-proofing; ChargePoint popular but check WiFi issues; hardwiring > plugs; dumb chargers like ClipperCreek are rock solid; app/software bugs a common pain point across brands

4,453 comments
r/evcharging
See full recs >