# Piecemeal Bike Locks The Vier Lock Goes from Solid Square to Pieces for Easy Transport By Michael Hines | Published 2014-08-17 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vier-lock References: [gizmag](http://www.gizmag.com/vier-bicycle-lock/33278/) & [vierlock.squarespace](http://vierlock.squarespace.com/) The U-lock had better watch its back now that the Vier Lock has been designed. This [bike lock](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bosch-battery-lock) is designed to be just as strong as a U-lock but is much easier to transport. Its killer edge is that it can be disassembled into four pieces, with the makers saying the pieces can [fit into a bag](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultix-outdoors-superpack) the size of a burrito. The bag itself can be strapped to your bike seat for easy portability. Although it can be disassembled, the Vier Lock is no softie. The makers tested it and found that it has 1.5 tons of pull strength. The lock is currently seeking funding on [Kickstarter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wheel-wedging-folding-bicycle), where a pledge of $65 will secure you a lock. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 3% | Activity: 26% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Disassembling Bike Locks:** Disassembling bike locks offer easy transport without compromising security. - **Compact Lock Technology:** Compact lock technology allows for convenient portability without sacrificing strength. - **Crowdfunding for Innovative Locks:** Crowdfunding platforms like Kickstarter provide opportunities for unique lock designs to gain funding. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Bicycle Accessories:** Bicycle accessory manufacturers can explore the development of disassembling bike locks for enhanced convenience. - **Outdoor Sports Equipment:** Outdoor sports equipment companies can innovate with compact lock technology to provide portable and secure solutions for customers. - **Crowdfunding Platforms:** Crowdfunding platforms can attract innovative lock designs seeking funding, promoting creative solutions in the security industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Collapsible Ultra-Secure Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/folding-lock.md) - [Helmet-Friendly Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abus-combiflex-travelguard.md) - [Impenetrable Cyclist Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/litelok-x1.md) - [Hidden Seat Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lockinvisible.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) - [Three-in-One Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multifunctional-bike-lock.md) - [Connected Chain Link Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/linka-lasso.md) - [Slap-Band-Inspired Bike Locks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slapstick-smart-bicycle-lock.md)