September 23, 2004
Kryptonite takes one for the team.
In response to the recent revelation that anyone could pick your bike lock with a pen, the lock manufacturer has announced a lock exchange program.
The official site is barely responding at the moment, so here's what they have to say:
If you currently own a Kryptonite tubular cylinder lock and are concerned about the security of this lock, Kryptonite will exchange this lock for you with a comparable non-tubular cylinder lock.
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So, I have to send them my lock, and then wait around for a new one to show up? How the heck am I supposed to lock my bike in the interm?
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At Kryptonite, we understand the responsibility that comes with being the market leader. Did the market really need to be led in the direction of compromised security?
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You could use some string and a luggage lock that has one of the tiny keys. I'm sure that'd be secure too.
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You have to send mail to kryptonite@irco.com and they supposedly send you an email with instructions. I haven't received anything yet, unless my SPAM filters got it.
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What is with the headline Lock Manufacturer Continues to Set the Standard for Security -- doesn't that totally contradict the story?
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No one said it was a high standard for security...