Lights (Again?)

[urbanfatboy]

I'm guessing this topic will have been done to death, but has there been consensus on the best commuting lights, in terms of being sees, for under £100?


cheers

 

[I am Spartacus]

imo, plenty of lights to be seen by at well under a ton.. jeez..

lights to actually SEE on pitch black country lanes and then contending with shoot arsed car drivers on full beam destroying any night vision however, then it's a different kettle of fish.

 

[urbanfatboy]

It's mainy for city communting where, rain, dark, background lighting and car lighting etc, sometimes makes the bikes invisible.

 

[2Loose]

To be seen in an urban and well lit environment, you will do well with a flasher AND a steady LED light at each end. Don't need to spend a fortune either. Reflectors on the bike and clothing also help a lot.

As I am Spartacus suggests, lights to see with on dark unlit roads need a lot more power and therefore a lot more expense than those used in an urban setting.

 

[siadwell]

There was a useful (if long) discussion on lights to be seen a little while ago:
http://www.cyclechat.co.uk/forums/showthread.php?t=46115

 

[urbanfatboy]

i suppose the easiest question would be. What are the best lights for under £100?'

 

[neslon]

I have a Fenix L2D on the helmet & it is excellent for seeing on steady. On strobe, its great for being seen. I got it because it takes rechargable AA batts, so you're not tied to expensive or proprietry ones. I think it was about £40 & I would get another anyday.

 

[Noodley]

i suppose the easiest question would be. What are the best lights for under £100?'

...and maybe ask in "Bikes, Accessories..." and get the views of people who don't frequent Commuting but who know about lights.

 

[HJ]

Try having a look at this thread, the Magicshine or the Airbike might be what you are looking for...

 

[Bandini]

I know it is from Halfords - but I had a voucher! The bike hut Ultra Bright is 10 LUX and is currently reduced from £68 to £45. I am pleased with them. I am a newb, so you might want to check with more experienced riders.

 

[Bandini]

Try having a look at this thread, the Magicshine or the Airbike might be what you are looking for...

That airbike looks a bit of a system! 3 hrs burn time - that sounds low. But enough for commuting I suppose.

 

[2Loose]

Those front lights would be great for any ride, particularly on dark country roads because they can throw out a good beam, pricey, but if you need light to see by, then worth every penny.

Personally, a pair of SMART's and a pair of cheapish Cate-Eyes with a head torch to 'flash' cars who don't turn their lights onto dip work very well for me in lit urban areas.