TiGr mini

The machining on this is impeccable, the design work is just outstanding. It’s not durable to a determined attack from a criminal. This is a temporary security solution, not intended to store your high-dollar bicycle for long periods of time outside, unprotected.

Some better tolerances than I’m used to seeing from the cheaper Chinese disc detainer cores. It did put up a little bit of a fight but not all that much.

Ultimately, all bike locks are simply a deterrent. If you value light weight and simplicity in design, this lock will provide moderate security and won’t weigh you down. I was able to cut halfway through the bow with a standard hacksaw in a few minutes.

The TiGr mini is a featherweight titanium bike lock that offers an incredible security-to-weight ratio. I would personally say that it is suitable for mid-security lock-ups.

Once you understand how it fits around your bike and different types of bike racks, the TiGr mini is very easy to use. After months of use I have had no issues with theft or obvious attempts at breaking the lock.

Bottom line: it’s a good, secure, lightweight lock. For a road bike or something like my 20” Bike Friday, it’s just about the perfect size.

The mini can’t get my frame and wheel but this is the biggest lock I’d be willing to carry on the trail. The peace of mind in a high-theft market makes a post-ride pint a lot more enjoyable. In that sense, it’s worth the 439g and $███ to me.

This has our favorite frame mount of all the locks we’ve tried, but the big dealbreaker is that it easily succumbs to cutting with bolt cutters.

Simply stated, we were impressed with the TiGr mini. With a much lighter heft than other U-locks and a flexible bow design, it’s versatile and easy to carry. We especially like the coating that covers the entire bow to keep your frame scratch-free.

The TiGr mini, as described, is elegant and highly secure. The price tag seems high, but the timeless aesthetic and made-in-USA quality makes it worth it for me. You’ll likely never have to replace it for the rest of your life.

The TiGr’s ease of use, light weight, and small size make it way more practical for quick stops than a heavy-duty steel number. With their impractical weight and clunky storage, they aren’t going to work for everyone.