Commuting lights?
hydrodan
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Hi,
I am looking to invest in some new bike lights. with so many on the market what do you recommend?
this is for commuting in an urban area.
follow this link to some cool lights not on the market - http://www.stuff.tv/news/life-etc/stuff ... r?page=0,9
I am looking to invest in some new bike lights. with so many on the market what do you recommend?
this is for commuting in an urban area.
follow this link to some cool lights not on the market - http://www.stuff.tv/news/life-etc/stuff ... r?page=0,9
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If it helps, I have a Cateye 5-LED light hanging on my pannier bag, an RSP 5-LED light on the back of the rack, and my front light is a Lezyne Power Drive.0
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Are you wanting to be seen, or lights to see with?0
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I am looking to be seen my journey is mostly under street lighting.
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This is a good set:
http://www.gooutdoors.co.uk/raleigh-fro ... er-p138564
To buy seperately they are the same price as without the computer! Is the same light I assume as mentioned above. I bought the same set for road work a couple of years ago, still going strong.0 -
To be seen, the best I've had is my current Exposure Flash / Flare combo. Yes they are expensive, but they are excellent and completely waterproof. You get what you pay for.Mud - Genesis Vapour CCX
Race - Fuji Norcom Straight
Sun - Cervelo R3
Winter / Commute - Dolan ADX0 -
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Stanley222 wrote:Asprilla wrote:To be seen, the best I've had is my current Exposure Flash / Flare combo. Yes they are expensive, but they are excellent and completely waterproof. You get what you pay for.
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I use these, superb, and very quick/ easy to attach / remove from the bike which is very handy.
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/exposure-flashflare-light-pack-with-rechargable-batteries/?&source=MaxiFeed&id=53600549180 -
I'd recommend the Moon X-Power 500 (I have 2) and the Smart Lunar R2 (I have one as well as the Cateye Rapid 3).
Gets the job done
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http://www.dealextreme.com/p/t6-smooth-crown-waterproof-xml-t6-3-mode-1200-lumen-white-led-bike-light-with-battery-pack-set-82507
Got annoyed with people "not seeing me" so now use the above. A marked reduction in near misses, didn't cost too much and with one on the helmet good for night rides in the woods also.0 -
Moon Shield rear, as bright as the exposure flare but has in internal rechargebale battery that you just plug into a USB port to charge, won this months MBUK rear light test.
SimonCurrently riding a Whyte T130C, X0 drivetrain, Magura Trail brakes converted to mixed wheel size (homebuilt wheels) with 140mm Fox 34 Rhythm and RP23 suspension. 12.2Kg.0 -
For all the Exposure Flare users, apart from the Exposure batteries (which cost £20 with a charger) what batteries do you use.
I just got a Uniross Sprint charger with aa CR123 battery, however the fecker doesn't fit! I need a CR 123A which the advert did say it was!
Now I'm tempted to stick with teh charger and get some £2 ebay specials? They any good?0 -
The Ebay ones usually work fine! They aren't all the same, and some might need a touch of sealant or tape, but mine has worked untouched for years.0
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Looks like my Exposure Flare is broken after just a week :? I thought that spending £35 would mean I didn't need to replace it so soon
I replaced the batteries with genuine Exposure batteries, and it still wont turn on, nothing. Also before this the light sometimes turned onto constant mode from flashing when in use, and also not turn on all the time, first time.
I've sent Evans a message so hopefully get a replacement, but not happy to be honest. Especially as I just paid £5.35 for new batteries direct from Evans!0 -
For Smart batteries the disposable last longer than the rechargeable. But, obviously, there's a cost.
Keep your eye out on Amazon, I picked a 20 pack up for a tenner. That lasts me a winter.My blog: http://www.roubaixcycling.cc (kit reviews and other musings)
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bendertherobot wrote:For Smart batteries the disposable last longer than the rechargeable. But, obviously, there's a cost.
Keep your eye out on Amazon, I picked a 20 pack up for a tenner. That lasts me a winter.
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Bi50N wrote:Stanley222 wrote:Asprilla wrote:To be seen, the best I've had is my current Exposure Flash / Flare combo. Yes they are expensive, but they are excellent and completely waterproof. You get what you pay for.
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I use these, superb, and very quick/ easy to attach / remove from the bike which is very handy.
http://www.wiggle.co.uk/exposure-flashflare-light-pack-with-rechargable-batteries/?&source=MaxiFeed&id=5360054918
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I think this will be my next buy, especially if you can charge it via usb, ligher and less hassle faffing around for batteries.The Beginner wrote:Moon Shield rear, as bright as the exposure flare but has in internal rechargebale battery that you just plug into a USB port to charge, won this months MBUK rear light test.
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