Squire Mako Combination 900mm Chain Lock - Sold Secure Silver

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Product Description

Sold Secure Silver rated

The Squire Mako integrated combination/chain lock comes with up to 100,000 combinations to secure your bike without having to carry any keys with you. The Mako chain is constructed from hardened alloy steel with a length of 900mm, opening up flexible locking options for your bike. A tough bike lock that is bike insurance friendly.

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Overall Rating:
4.9
out of 5

4.92

Build Quality

5

Performance

5

Value For Money

5

Customer Reviews (4)

5

Does the job

by Ian M on 01/07/2016

Just purchased and does exactly what it says on the tin! What is need is a carrier which can contain the lock and easily attach to the frame somehow. Even better would be for the manufacturer of bikes to engineer a device in which a secure pin can somehow be removed in and out of the crank to eliminate the need for big heavy chains!

Just purchased and does exactly what it says on the tin! What is need is a carrier which can contain the lock and easily attach to the frame somehow. Even better would be for the manufacturer of bikes to engineer a device in which a secure pin can somehow be removed in and out of the crank to eliminate the need for big heavy chains!
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4.7 out of 5

Build Quality: 5/5

Performance: 4/5

Value For Money: 5/5

5

good product

by Piotr B on 19/02/2016

With that chain you can be sure nobody is gonna steal your bike. However is not comfortable carying it with you because it's quite heavy. If you have expensive bike then I recommend to buy something good like this one.

With that chain you can be sure nobody is gonna steal your bike. However is not comfortable carying it with you because it's quite heavy. If you have expensive bike then I recommend to buy something good like this one.
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5 out of 5

Build Quality: 5/5

Performance: 5/5

Value For Money: 5/5

5

Security

by Fred J on 09/10/2015

This is a solid bit of kit. Went for the number combination lock as with my memory I would forget to take a key with me at certain times. Programmed the key combi into my phone so that I will not forget.This comes with a fair bit of weight but that is to be expected from a quality chain and lock. Easy to set your own personal code with specialised key. Five digit code, with nice clear numbers and easy turning tumblers. Would of liked the chain longer so that it went through both wheels, but not the end of the world. Have quick release front wheel so just need to take that off and secure to back wheel. All in all a solid bit of kit that hopefully the average t-leaf will be put off.

This is a solid bit of kit. Went for the number combination lock as with my memory I would forget to take a key with me at certain times. Programmed the key combi into my phone so that I will not forget.This comes with a fair bit of weight but that is to be expected from a quality chain and lock. Easy to set your own personal code with specialised key. Five digit code, with nice clear numbers and easy turning tumblers. Would of liked the chain longer so that it went through both wheels, but not the end of the world. Have quick release front wheel so just need to take that off and secure to back wheel. All in all a solid bit of kit that hopefully the average t-leaf will be put off.
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5 out of 5

Build Quality: 5/5

Performance: 5/5

Value For Money: 5/5

5

Squire Mako Combination Chain Lock

by Vaiyapuri R on 13/09/2015

I bought this lock for an expensive bike. It is heavy and feels very secure. The number lock is solid and needs a key to change the code. Being a five digit code, it will be very difficult to crack the code and the thickness of the chain will also be extremely difficult to break or cut. I am satisfied with the build quality of this chain lock and can recommend this product.

I bought this lock for an expensive bike. It is heavy and feels very secure. The number lock is solid and needs a key to change the code. Being a five digit code, it will be very difficult to crack the code and the thickness of the chain will also be extremely difficult to break or cut. I am satisfied with the build quality of this chain lock and can recommend this product.
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5 out of 5

Build Quality: 5/5

Performance: 5/5

Value For Money: 5/5
Overview

Weight

Material

Thickness

Locking Mechanism

Construction

Frame Protection
Overview

For use in medium to high crime areas

Chain locks are flexible, tough and come in a range of lengths. They opening up a range of versatile locking options that you don’t get with other types of lock. With a chain lock, you’re not limited to fixing your bike to racks and lampposts, but also trees and other oddly shaped objects.

Chain locks are made of two parts, the steel links that create the chain and the lock. The lock may be integrated into the chain, a separate padlock or even a mini D-lock.

A burly chain lock can withstand a range of attacks from crowbars to powered tools. However, the trade off is weight. These are the heaviest bike locks that you can get, with some models weighing over 7kg. The heavier the chain, the stronger the links and the more protection you get.

Weight

Portable Chain:
1kg – 3kg

Lighter weight chain locks under 3kg can be wrapped around your seatpost or frame and taken with you on your morning commute. These locks are more practical for daily use, however, will not offer the same level of protection as a sturdier chain.

Stationary Chain:
3kg – 7kg

Locks weighing over 3kg are not practical to carry around with you. They do make a great stationary storage solution for your garage or shed, where the chain can be permanently fixed in place. Match a chain lock with a ground anchor for the ultimate protection for your bike at home.

Material

Chain links are usually built out of steel. However, premium chains will be constructed from hardened steel. By tempering the steel during forming, it becomes harder and less brittle. This makes it much tougher to cut through the links without serious equipment and time.

Triple heated Boron Manganese steel is exceptionally resistant to cutting style attacks while remaining ductile.

Link Thickness

12mm & Under:

Chain links under 12mm can be cut with sustained effort with standard bolt cutters if the conditions are right.

Tip: Lock your bike in an awkward position to make it harder to use bolt cutters.

13mm – 15mm:

Only the heaviest duty bolt cutters will be needed for these links.

Remember, chain links need to be cut twice to break the link. This will take skill, time and effort.

16mm & Over:

Even the best hand operated bolt-cutters will struggle to tackle these links.

Tip: Keep your chain and lock off the floor. Freeze spray and a hammer strike can compromise the best chain locks.

Locking Mechanism

The Lock

You’ll find most chain locks either come with an integrated lock or a separate padlock (or mini D-lock). A chain is only as strong as its weakest link, so make sure the lock is tough enough for your needs.

Look for double deadbolt locking mechanisms that make it much harder to pick or drill the lock open. The thicker the shackle diameter on the padlock or D-lock, the tougher it will be to cut through.

Construction

Chain Length

Most brands offer varying chain lengths to suit your needs. Consider where you’re likely to be locking your bike.

Lengths under 1m will be useful in tight areas such as locking your bike to a rack, fence or post. 1.5m – 2m chains are useful for locking multiple frames to one spot in your garage (you won’t be carrying these length chains with you as they’re too heavy).

Sold Secure Rated

A great way to determine the quality of a bike lock is to see if it is Sold Secure Rated. This is a third party, UK independent rating system for bike locks.

Sold Secure Bronze

Coverage: Up to £500

Sold Secure Silver

Coverage: Up to £1,000

Sold Secure Gold

Coverage: Over £1,000

An approved lock is graded as Gold, Silver or Bronze. The rating is chosen by how long it takes to break the lock and the tools needed to break it. If you're planning on insuring your bike, many insurers will state you need a Sold Secure rated lock to make a successful claim.

These values vary between insurance providers so check the terms and conditions of your provider.

Frame Protection:

Metal chain links can quickly scuff your paintwork. Look for chain locks that come with plastic or canvas sleeves to protect your frame from damage.

It’s also worth choosing a lock (whether integrated or separate) that has rubberised or bump proof shackles and crossbars to ensure your paintwork is safe.

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