Noodley
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Noodley said:Just ordered one of these things:
http://www.ribblecycles.co.uk/productdetail.asp?productcatalogue=HOPELIGH120
Arrived today, and went for a short ride round the block. Quite impressed with it, lowest setting would be fine for urban riding and there is also flashing mode (quite a bit slower to the flashing modes I am used to) and 3 other settings. The highest setting is very good, the level below almost as good and would not affect speed on the move as provides just as good forward light if slightly less outward beam. The availability of headband, handlebar or helmet mount is an advantage for me as I can mix with other lighting or use on it's own dependent on what length of ride I am doing. Interchange between the various mounting requires a few adaptations which might not suit everyone if you are looking for a quick change, but the changes are simple (I managed them!) and involve swapping a few components with the supplied allen key. The headband feels a bit strange and the battery pack tends to pull the band down to rub against my ears but that might just need a tweak. I usually wear a cap (or a thermal hat in winter) so that might help...The clamp for the handlebar seems to hold firm in position although I think I'll have to have a few more goes at working out how to tighten it so that it is sturdy but allows some movement if required. I am more used to velcro blocks and O-ring fittings.
The use of AA batteries suits me as I am used to carrying back up packs for longer rides and night rides rather than having to hope the battery pack lasts....
As I say it was a ride round the block, so I'll have to have a longer ride to give a fuller report, but first impressions are good. And at a good price from Ribble