# Lightweight Bicycle Locks The Litelok Lets You Enjoy Lightweight Bike Security By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2015-03-20 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/litelok-bicycle-lock References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/litelok/36633/) & [kickstarter](https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/189084529/litelok-lightweight-flexible-and-super-secure-bike) The Litelok is an ultra light and [flexible bicycle lock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lock-ultra) that fuses the flexibility and [light weight of a cable lock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/t1-st-plus) with the robustness and strength of heavy U-locks. Invented by former aeronautical engineer Professor Neil Barron, the Litelok is flexible and light but can withstand over five minutes of attack from tools like hack saws, bolt cutters and jacks. The Litelok's secret is its strap, which is made from a material called Boaflexicore, which comprises several layers of various lightweight materials. The [locking mechanism](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yale-linus-smart-lock-2-lite) is based on a steel component. The Litelok provides a great solution to the existing problem, wherein people who want the security of a U-lock have to accept the discomfort of lugging several extra pounds around. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.4/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 80% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Lightweight Security Solutions:** Opportunities for inventing lightweight alternatives to heavy security measures. - **Hybrid Materials:** Investing in and developing materials that combine flexibility with strength. - **Innovative Locking Mechanisms:** Designing new locking mechanisms that are both secure and convenient. ### Who This Affects Most - **Bicycle Industry:** Developing new and improved bicycle locks and security measures. - **Consumer Goods Industry:** Exploring how hybrid materials can be used to create lightweight and strong products. - **Security Industry:** Creating new products and solutions that meet the growing demand for lightweight yet effective security measures. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Impenetrable Cyclist Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/litelok-x1.md) - [Indestructible Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foldylock-forever.md) - [Helmet-Friendly Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abus-combiflex-travelguard.md) - [Collapsible Ultra-Secure Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-lock.md) - [Flexible Reinforced Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abus-goose-lock.md) - [Discreet Connected Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laas-olock.md) - [Connected Chain Link Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linka-lasso.md) - [Hidden Seat Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lockinvisible.md) - [Lightweight Foldable E-Bikes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vello-ultralight.md)