2013 sees the launch of the new u Grip series with the introduction of three all new Elastogrip-coated locks. The u Grip Cable features the soft touch coating which protects the frame & paint from damage & provides a nice easy handling design. With its 8 mm thick steel cable & the ABUS cylinder the u Grip Cable offers solid security at low theft risk & is recommended to lock entry level bicycles. Its flexibility & relatively low weight makes it very easy to handle. Thanks to the modern & trendy design the range of colours & the different security levels means there is a lock for every taste & every security requirement. Weight: 320g* Security Level 4* 8 mm steel cable in modern design* Innovative soft " Elastogrip" synthetic coating with "soft touch" properties to prevent from damage to the bicycles paintwork* ABUS quality cylinder* Two keys are supplied with the lock* Good protection at low theft risk* Recommended for securing entry level bicycles You dont become a brand with expertise in preventive security technology overnight. But when August Bremicker und Söhnekg or ABUS for short started making traditional padlocks in 1924 they were already setting standards. The founders strategy was simple & timeless Security calls for quality! It is that principle that successive generations have carried on & developed. Today ABUS continue to develop their range of products to the highest of standards offering more Sold Secure rated products than any other lock br&.