5 Of The Best Anti-Theft Devices For Your Bike

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April 1, 2021
Emily Owen

With bike thievery on the rise in London we’ve been checking out the latest in anti-theft gadgets. Like any bike owner, we’re wanting to make sure our babies stay safe and avoid them being nicked by those very pesky bike thieves.

As some of the unfortunate few will know, when a bike’s stolen it’s not just the cost of replacement that hits you hard. For many of us, our bikes hold plenty of sentimental value, imbued with the places and experiences we’ve had whilst riding them.

It was only a few weeks ago that our CEO, Jeyda had her custom bike stolen, pinched from the bike cage in her building after someone cut through. Even in places that you would think your bike is most safe, people are willing to go to any length to get it.

That’s why, as part of this pre-post disclaimer (!) we’re saying that no device is ever thief-proof, but there are some great little gadgets on the market to dissuade would be thieves.


Nulock Bluetooth - £35

Although no lock can ever be substituted for the trusty D-lock, Nulock offers a companion for our faithful friend. When used in conjunction with a D-lock, this alarmed lock can be a strong deterrent.

Its 111 decibel alarm will ensure plenty of heads turn if anyone tries to mess with your steed. Connected to your phone on bluetooth, the device uses an app to be both locked and unlocked. The deafening alarm sounds when the lock is either cut, moved or fiddled with, waking sleeping neighbours and arousing passers-by.

If you’re storing your bike outside of your house or flat, using a D-lock and the Nulock would minimise the possibility of theft. The chances are a bike thief would run off into the night, rather than try to cut through two locks whilst the alarm sounds.



Mengshen Bicycle Alarm -£13

If you’re wanting to scare away thieves with the wail of an alarm, but don’t want the bulk of a second lock, then the Mengshen Bicycle Alarm could be the solution. Operated by a remote control, the 113 decibel alarm kicks into action when it senses vibrations, continuing its siren until turned off.




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