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Industry Roundup: Ride with GPS mobile upgrade, Ottolock u-lock, Anthm delivery and more

While bike shop closures have dominated headlines of late, there are other parts of the local cycling industry that deserve our attention. Below is a roundup of news from Portland-based bike businesses.

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January 10, 2020

Jonathan Maus (Publisher/Editor)

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Company responds to YouTuber who (once again) cuts through bicycle lock

Back in December a YouTuber named LockPickingLawyer who specializes in defeating security products caused a stir when he posted a video that showed an Ottolock being easily cut with snips in just two seconds. Ottolock is a Portland company that has found a strong niche with its relatively small and lightweight lock. The company has … Read more

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May 29, 2019

Jonathan Maus (Publisher/Editor)

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“Cut in 2 seconds!” Is the Ottolock really that easy to snip?

Questions about strength and marketing.

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December 12, 2018

Jonathan Maus (Publisher/Editor)

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Portland born and raised, the OttoLock hits a bike security sweet spot

Light, strong, and convenient. This thing is a winner.

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July 20, 2017

James Buckroyd (Contributor)

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Local company wants to make bike security a cinch

It’s not a heavy u-lock, and that’s the point.

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September 12, 2016

Jonathan Maus (Publisher/Editor)

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