
Mini U-lock
- Lightweight (less than 2 pounds)
- Comes with five keys, including one with a light
- Small size gives thieves little leverage
- Best for low-theft areas
- Can rust after prolonged exposure
- Anti-theft protection void in New York state
Although the OnGuard Bulldog Mini TC 5013TC isn't as strong or durable as U-locks in OnGuard's top-of-the-line Brute series, it is very lightweight and inexpensive. At just 2 pounds, the OnGuard Bulldog Mini TC 5013TC is highly portable and not too heavy to throw in a bag or backpack -- although a mounting bracket is included as well. The Bulldog Mini TC 5013TC bike lock gets excellent reviews from owners, especially those who were specifically looking for a lightweight and inexpensive lock. It has a 13 mm shackle and an interior size of approximately 3.5 inches by 5.5 inches. Reviewers say the small interior size is a good thing since it gives thieves less leverage to work with. This mini bicycle lock also comes in a longer size for beefier bike frames in the OnGuard Bulldog Mini TS 5013TC (*Est. $22), which has an interior size of 3.5 inches by 7 inches. The TS version gets high marks in an anti-theft test, where it resists hammers and chisels, although it does eventually succumb to power tools. If you live in a high-theft area, the OnGuard Brute STD 5001 (*Est. $40) is a better choice, and it has an industry-leading $5,000 anti-theft warranty. However, the anti-theft protection plans for all OnGuard locks are not available in New York.
There are fewer reviews available for the OnGuard Bulldog Mini TC 5013TC than several other popular bike locks, but we found a number of owner-written reviews on Buzzillions.com. In addition, a cyclist at TownsAndTrails.com writes a detailed review based on personal testing. BikeRadar.com also tests the OnGuard Bulldog Mini TS, which is slightly longer but otherwise identical.
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"Dave" at TownsandTrails.com gives the OnGuard Bulldog Mini TC 5013TC four stars out of five. He appreciates the Bulldog Mini TC 5013TC because it's so lightweight and small, but says the size limits what you can lock it to.
Review: Review: OnGuard Bulldog Mini TC Bike Lock, "Dave", June 24, 2009
About a dozen owners review the OnGuard Bulldog Mini TC 5013TC U-lock on Buzzillions.com, giving it above-average ratings. In fact, it's the second-highest-rated bike lock on the site. Reviewers praise the lightweight design, but say it's prone to rust.
Review: OnGuard Bulldog Mini TC 5013TC Bike U-lock, Contributors to Buzzillions.com
3. Amazon.com
The OnGuard Bulldog Mini TC 5013TC also gets great reviews from about a dozen owners on Amazon.com. Owners say it's very sturdy and durable, and a great choice for commuters. Most reviewers are very happy, but one lone reviewer says the lock stuck easily.
Review: OnGuard Bulldog Mini TC 5013TC Bicycle U-lock, Contributors to Amazon.com
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