On a summer afternoon in London, Joel headed to the Oval Cricket Ground for the day. He’d cycled there on his bike, valued at £1650, and locked it securely to an outside bike stand with the LITELOK X1.
“It must have taken place in the afternoon - I was watching cricket all day so I'm not totally sure,” Joel explained.
When he returned after the match, he noticed clear signs of an attempted theft.
“When I arrived back at the bike, I noticed someone had attempted to saw through the lock but had failed.”
The X1 successfully resisted the sawing attempt, leaving the bike still secured to the stand. However, the thieves had also tried a different approach.
“Unfortunately, I noticed later that the perpetrators also tried to cut through the bike frame leaving irreparable damage but I’m still grateful for the reliability of the lock.”
Although Joel’s frame suffered damage, the lock prevented the theft of the bike itself. This case highlights the importance of using a high-security lock in urban areas such as London, where determined theft attempts are common.
The LITELOK X1 was successful in stopping a direct attack and ensuring the bike was not taken.
When cycling to events, adventures, or simply around town, you should have peace of mind that your bike is protected while you enjoy yourself. Investing in a high-security lock like the LITELOK X1, and adopting a layered locking approach can provide that peace of mind, making it much harder for thieves to succeed.
View our LITELOK security bundles here.
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