Pompey Princess
Veteran
- Location
- Portsmouth
jimboalee said:Anything that compromises the security of the rear Q/R is a no-no.
GrumpyGreg said:very true. but in what way do these do so?
jimboalee said:The metalwork on the device is sandwiched between the dropout and the Q/R thumb nut.
Anyhow, if this lamp is used, you are illegal if you do not have another ( primary ) lamp higher than 350mm off the ground.
Knowing this, have a primary rear on the seatpost and a second rear lamp on the back of your helmet.
Forty five quid is a joke.
RedBike said:They're £44!!
If you want a 2/3 LED light I would invest in a set from Tesco for about £2.
jimboalee said:J. Lucas did something similar years ago.
A small generator had a knurled wheel which was driven by the tyre.
The electricity that was produced powered front and rear lamps.