Does the BetaLock™ Accessory Cable include a lock?
The Betalock™ Accessory Cable does not include a lock. The Accessory Cable is designed to work with the BetaLock™ Carabiner.
Can I use the BetaLock™ Accessory Cable with other locks in addition to the BetaLock™ Carabiner?
Yes, you can use the BetaLock™ Accessory Cable with other locks. It is designed for the best experience when paired with a BetaLock™ Carabiner but it can be used with other locks.
What level of security does the BetaLock™ Accessory Cable provide?
The BetaLock™ Accessory Cable has a braided stainless steel core with a rubberized exterior coating and is both lightweight and cut resistant. The Accessory Cable is engineered to provide a theft-deterrent level of security. Deterrent level of security is appropriate for short lapses in supervision and to prevent grab and go theft, pick pocketing, and tampering.
When choosing a lock or cable, it is important to know what level of security you need for various applications. The BetaLock™ Accessory Cable is designed for passive protection when used with a BetaLock™, and deters against common grab-and-go theft that occurs frequently when traveling. Deterrent level of security is appropriate when carrying baggage or wearing a backpack in urban areas, or where your belongings are out of sight during quick stops.
How do I used the BetaLock™ Accessory Cable?
The BetaLock™ Accessory Cable is highly versatile. There are many problem solving opportunities and applications when you have BetaLock™ Accessory Cable on hand. Some applications include:
- Locking all of the zippers on your SEG or GlobeRider Travel Pack with a single BetaLock™ to prevent tampering.
- Locking a water bottle, helmet, or shoes to your pack or stationary item.
- Locking lockers with small access points in publicly visible areas like the lockers at a gym, hostel, yoga studio, or hot spring.
- Providing secondary protection such as locking a bag or case to the inside of a car to deter grab and go theft during a vehicle break in.