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SKUNKLOCK: The Lock that Fights Back.

The only bicycle, motorcycle, scooter, and moped lock that can stop thieves using chemicals!

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SKUNKLOCK: The Lock that Fights Back.

SKUNKLOCK: The Lock that Fights Back.

SKUNKLOCK: The Lock that Fights Back.

SKUNKLOCK: The Lock that Fights Back.

SKUNKLOCK: The Lock that Fights Back.

The only bicycle, motorcycle, scooter, and moped lock that can stop thieves using chemicals!

The only bicycle, motorcycle, scooter, and moped lock that can stop thieves using chemicals!

The only bicycle, motorcycle, scooter, and moped lock that can stop thieves using chemicals!

The only bicycle, motorcycle, scooter, and moped lock that can stop thieves using chemicals!

Daniel Idzkowski
Daniel Idzkowski
Daniel Idzkowski
Daniel Idzkowski
1 Campaign |
San Francisco, United States
$89,199 USD by 645 backers
$52,350 USD by 409 backers on Dec 19, 2016
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Overview
I’m Daniel Idzkowski and I’m an inventor and entrepreneur from San Francisco. Like you, I also like to ride bikes. After my friends and I had our bikes stolen over and over we decided to revisit how a lock could deter a thief and start a revolution in the process.


SKUNKLOCK is our attempt at finally putting a dent in bicycle and motorcycle theft. It packs a POWER PUNCH - a unique chemical deterrent released when the lock is compromised. We intend SKUNKLOCK to be a wakeup call to thieves with tools who know that any existing bike lock can be cut within a minute, and that's why 1.5 million bikes are stolen each year. 
 

 

Many of today's U-Locks are vulnerable to even simple hacksaws or crowbars. Some electronic locks that have fancy technology like GPS tracking and are app enabled can even be zapped into submission with an inexpensive taser. Serious thieves use serious tools like battery operated angle grinders and blow torches - that's what it takes to cut through a quality lock. SKUNKLOCK is a hardened medium-carbon steel U-Lock that's as difficult to compromise as the strongest U-Locks, AND comes with a surprise: it's pressurized inside with a chemical deterrent that slams the would-be thief with chemicals. The chemicals are so disgusting they induce vomit in the majority of cases, and elicit an instinctive response to run away immediately.

 

 

“Bike thievery is essentially a risk-free crime”

The “risk vs. return” ratio on bikes is perfectly suited to the professional and amateur thief. Daylight thefts with angle grinders are now common in major cities. Half of all bike thefts go unreported - and the estimated value of the stolen bike market in 2012 was well over $350 million. It’s only gone up over the years because bicycle prices have risen dramatically with the explosion of electric bikes, making your lovely new bike even more valuable to crooks.

As an added frustration, the street value of a stolen bike is only 5%-10% of its original worth. A $400 bike will likely sell for $40 on the black market, often fueling the underground markets without even requiring the exchange of cash, but a $2,500 bike will likely sell on average for only $125! So, whether you have a ‘good’ bike or a ‘great’ bike, you need to protect it, and SKUNKLOCK is here to help.

 

CROSSBAR
HIGH TENSILE STRENGTH STEEL

LOCK BAR
HARDENED MEDIUM-CARBON STEEL WITH DETERRENT

HIGH SECURITY LOCKING MECHANISM

ACTIVE INGREDIENT: 
PRESSURIZED CHEMICAL DETERRENT

EXTRAS

MULTIPLE REPLACEABLE KEYS

PERMANENT SEAL GUARANTEES TO BE SAFE WITH EVERYDAY USE

 

UNIQUE PROTECTION

  • The distinctive colors scheme warns a would-be thief of impending trouble
  • A design that does NOT incorporate electronics! Batteries fail, GPS devices can be disabled and RFID can be destroyed with simple tools. No electronics means no chance for failure!
  • Pressurized deterrent adversely affects the thief but any attempt to steal your bike will likely attract attention - another benefit of a lock that fights back

SKUNKLOCK is SAFE; designed to never expose the chemicals inside. The smelly chemicals are confined and permanently sealed within a secure hollow chamber throughout the lock.  The only way you may expose the chemicals is by trying to cut through it with an angle grinder (even then it wouldn’t be easy).

SKUNKLOCK is STRONG - stronger than the highest quality U-Locks on the market.  The lock is made from hardened medium-carbon steel that exceeds 450 brinell.  The difference is that if a thief cuts far enough through to puncture the seal, the lock will release smelly chemicals stopping the thief in their tracks.

SKUNKLOCK is LEGAL - We have taken the necessary precautions to ensure that the SkunkLock is legal and compliant with US laws and regulations.  On March 2016, we conducted a survey of state laws within the United States regarding the sale and ownership of SkunkLock products.  We have identified that there are some possible limitations of shipping the SkunkLock to certain states within the US due to the fact that some versions of the SkunkLock may contain capsaicin compounds. We know that these regulations were enacted with pepper spray in mind. Although the SkunkLock is not strictly a pepper spray product, in order to ensure compliance, we may initially reserve our right to refuse directly selling and shipping our SkunkLock product to certain states or countries. However, we also reserve the right to ship SkunkLock products that contain our alternative formula that does not utilize capsaicin as a primary irritant; thus, ensuring our compliance in those states. Please visit our website for further information and our latest stance on legal compliance and check with your local and State laws as these may differ from state to state and country by country.

 


 

 

Is the SkunkLock guaranteed to prevent theft?

No lock can guarantee someone will not go the extra mile to steal your bike or motorcycle, especially if it’s expensive and worth the risk (and discomfort in our case).  However, the SkunkLock does provide you the best chance of deterring theft by being the least attractive lock to compromise on your block.  Thieves will generally take a slightly less profitable bike if the risk is significantly less.  If a thief compromises the SkunkLock, not only are they exposing themselves to chemicals, someone nearby may be asking what that smell is.

Note: the SkunkLock won't work if you don't lock your bike properly, or fail to lock your bike completely.  For example, if you only use one SkunkLock on your back wheel and frame (the two most expensive parts of your bike), then your front wheel may still be stolen.

Can't a thief just wear a mask or protection?

Technically, yes.  Will it help them steal your bike? Probably not.  The formula that we've developed is detectable through even some of the most robust gas masks (unfortunately, we learned this the hard way!).  More importantly, we aren't strictly relying on chemicals incapacitating the thief to prevent the theft.  There is no technology that can guarantee theft prevention; however, we do believe SKUNKLOCK is the best lock on the market to deter theft.  Not only does an attack on the SKUNKLOCK release chemicals onto the thief that create a scene that makes people take notice, it also has economic implications for the thief.  Our formula irreversibly ruins the clothes worn by the thief or any of the protection they may be wearing, and replacing these items is likely more expensive than the resale value of your stolen bike (generally only 1/10 of the retail price).  You don't need to be perfect, you just have to be the best protected on your block.  So more than likely, a thief will attack a more hassle free bike parked nearby than your bike.

How durable is the SkunkLock?

The SkunkLock is made from the strongest materials we could find.  We’ve developed a comprehensive testing process to test for extreme wear and tear and are confident that it can be used for many years without any problems.

What if I lose my key?

Each SkunkLock comes with an industry standard unique code which you may use to request additional keys.  Keys will have the option for overnight mail in order to ensure you receive replacements as soon as possible.

Is SkunkLock a "Smart Lock"?

No, and for good reason! Smart Locks (think those with fingerprint readers, GPS trackers, alarms, or are app enabled) are actually pretty dumb when it comes to preventing your bike from being stolen. We've tried and tested many new Smart enabled locks that have become available on the market.  Each lock was just as easy to cut through with an angle grinder (if not easier) or was easily disabled.  But worse, the technology in each lock created more vulnerabilities than security.  For these reasons, SkunkLock is a purely mechanical and chemical solution to deterring theft. READ THIS SUMMARY for more information.

 

 

The primary risks for getting SKUNKLOCK in your hands are:

Scaling: We believe SKUNKLOCK is the best lock on the market, but it's undoubtedly more complex than a simple U-Lock to manufacture.  This is why we have set realistic benchmarks for distribution and have already created relationships with manufacturers with the ability to scale in the event we receive higher than expected demand.  We also developed a comprehensive plan to engage partnering manufacturers as we reach demand milestones to scale faster.  

Legal Compliance: Each and every Country and State has its own rules and regulations.  As a result, we took initiative and conducted comprehensive surveys in each State in the U.S. and are conducting additional risk assessments to ensure your SKUNKLOCK is compliant prior to shipment. 

 

On behalf of the SKUNKLOCK Team, we want to thank all of our supporters, backers, partners, friends, and evangelists that have helped us get here!  We couldn't have done it without your support!

We want to especially thank the hundreds of bicyclists and motorcyclists that have contributed their feedback to help make the SKUNKLOCK as good as it can be, and our friends at Monday Motorbikes for their continued support and believing in the potential the SKUNKLOCK has to impact theft in a positive way.  

 

www.skunklock.com

support@skunklock.com

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