Use Guidelines

Cinch Lock Use Guidelines

All bike locks can be defeated by a motivated thief with proper tools, technique, and time. OTTOLOCK cinch locks provide an appropriate “quick stop” level of defense against many forms of attack – not any and all tools.

The design intent of cinch locks is to provide a lightweight, compact, easy-to-carry solution to prevent opportunistic theft during quick stops like getting coffee, snacks, or restroom breaks. Many stolen bikes are taken when unlocked and the OTTOLOCK cinch locks provide a convenient option with next to no weight penalty.

* OTTO does not claim an OTTOLOCK cinch is unable to be cut. A cinch lock is not a replacement for a U-Lock. OTTO recommends redundant locking with a SIDEKICK or quality U-lock for higher crime areas or long duration lock-ups. Users are responsible for determining their personal level of risk regarding time and location.