# Lock Desk

> UK guide to choosing a bike lock by Sold Secure grade, stand fit and carry weight.

## About

- [How to choose a bike lock](https://www.getaipages.com/p/how-to-choose-a-bike-lock-lock-desk): Practical UK guidance on insurance grades, D-locks vs chains, fit and weight
- [Source guide on Lock Desk](https://www.lockdesk.co.uk/guide): Original how-to-choose page
- [Lock Desk home](https://www.lockdesk.co.uk/): Best of, reviews and Find a lock

## Services

- [How to choose a bike lock](https://www.getaipages.com/p/how-to-choose-a-bike-lock-lock-desk): Gold vs Diamond, e-bike grades, cables, locking method and common mistakes
- [Find a lock](https://www.lockdesk.co.uk/): Short questionnaire to match situation to reviewed locks
- [Best of and reviews](https://www.lockdesk.co.uk/): Shortlist and model notes based on Sold Secure grades and maker specs
- [Insurance-oriented guidance](https://www.lockdesk.co.uk/guide): Match policy wording and approved-lock lists (list not kept live)

## FAQs

- [Is Sold Secure Gold enough or do I need Diamond?](https://www.getaipages.com/p/how-to-choose-a-bike-lock-lock-desk): Read the policy; many household policies still name Gold
- [D-lock or chain for commuting?](https://www.getaipages.com/p/how-to-choose-a-bike-lock-lock-desk): D-lock for tight stands; chain for reach at home
- [Will a Mini fit my stand?](https://www.getaipages.com/p/how-to-choose-a-bike-lock-lock-desk): Measure stand plus frame tube against locking area
- [Does heavier mean safer?](https://www.getaipages.com/p/how-to-choose-a-bike-lock-lock-desk): Only if you carry it every day
- [Is the bundled cable Gold-rated?](https://www.getaipages.com/p/how-to-choose-a-bike-lock-lock-desk): Usually ungraded; use for a wheel only
- [How should I lock the bike?](https://www.getaipages.com/p/how-to-choose-a-bike-lock-lock-desk): Frame to a fixed stand; fill the shackle

## Contact

- [Website](https://www.lockdesk.co.uk/)
- [Guide page](https://www.lockdesk.co.uk/guide)