eccc whippet Posted June 23, 2016 Posted June 23, 2016 I lost my back light 2 weeks ago at sun coast just before a ride...i must have bumped it and it fell off...someone scored big time https://www.cyclesurgery.com/lezyne-strip-drive-rear-light//bikes-components-bikewear/fcp-product/63322 this light works like a charm...but it cost R545 to replace....so i started looking for a cheaper one....any advice? I need a light which can last for a about 4 hours (flashing) and must be rechargeable. I want to find a small light which i can fit on the back of my helmet (red flasher) I also want to fit a spare front light which doesnt have to be 1000 lux...just bright enough to warn motorist and maybe just bright enough to see potholes if my big light battery goes flat.
splat Posted June 23, 2016 Posted June 23, 2016 Check out this thread: https://community.bikehub.co.za/topic/152892-rechargeable-tail-light/ I use this Ryder tail light: http://www.rydercycling.co.za/ryder-products/lights/baron-rear-detailhttp://www.rydercycling.co.za/images/stories/virtuemart/product/Ryder-baron-rear-light.jpg
Gonduir Posted June 23, 2016 Posted June 23, 2016 I used a Knog Blinder 4 as a rear light. https://www.knog.com.au/blinder-4.html Takealot sells them for R429 but its on special right now for R129. http://sport.takealot.com/sport-knog-blinder-4-standard-f-red/PLID41517497
eccc whippet Posted June 23, 2016 Author Posted June 23, 2016 I used a Knog Blinder 4 as a rear light. https://www.knog.com.au/blinder-4.html Takealot sells them for R429 but its on special right now for R129. http://sport.takealot.com/sport-knog-blinder-4-standard-f-red/PLID41517497 Supplier out of stock [emoji26]
Gonduir Posted June 23, 2016 Posted June 23, 2016 Supplier out of stock [emoji26] Ahh that sucks, I'm pretty sure it said add to cart when i posted the link. Maybe someone of the guys saw the deal and bought a few for themselves.
Riaan373 Posted June 23, 2016 Posted June 23, 2016 +1 for the Ryder rear light. Awesome bit of kit for a lot less than other lights. I have one and it's really good.
blinx Posted June 23, 2016 Posted June 23, 2016 I have Knog which I purchased over 5 years ago works good, but these new led lights are even better.
Martin PJ Posted June 24, 2016 Posted June 24, 2016 Can buy a decent light with bracket off eBay for 1 dollar (about R 15), includes postage. Batteries from Toy R Us are R 100 for 20 AAA batteries. Cheapest option I can think of. The batteries last ages, so rechargeable shouldn't really be an issue.
eccc whippet Posted June 24, 2016 Author Posted June 24, 2016 went shopping today and bought what i thought would be ideal for my application...will post pics when i get a chance...just need to find a small light for the helmet then i am sorted. took lumen...run time and feel of the light into account when selecting the lights.
eccc whippet Posted June 24, 2016 Author Posted June 24, 2016 There are many options out there...but not too many which out do this tail light...what i like about it.. good solid feel about it...Battery level indicator...Bright enough...Waterproof...No cables...Up to 11 hr run time...[emoji1360] nothing worse than you light going off while out on the road... Only down side...my fault...make sure the light is secured properly...and the rubber support is hooked into place.
eccc whippet Posted June 24, 2016 Author Posted June 24, 2016 Looked at the ryder light...what i liked about it was the 180 degree visibility...but the strap and the plastic feel put me off... decided to take this one...The price was right...cheaper than the ryder one...under R200.Battery level indicatorReally light so i can use it as a backup. Light or clip it on my helmet.The strap has a good thick solid feel.Bright enough.Rechargeable. Just the rubber flap for usb port looks like its not gona last
eccc whippet Posted June 24, 2016 Author Posted June 24, 2016 The front light required a bit more consideration...the lumen is import...i have a really bright light with a battery pack...however i want this light as a backup for my night rides and to use for those early morning rides just to get through until it gets light enough...while it is dark to give enough light to see potholes and not just for motorist visibility...then i dont need to take the mother bright light with the battery pack for the morning rides... early morning rides are normally with a group...evening rides are normally solo. What i like about this light...Compact...but bright enough.Built in battery.No cable...built in usb to charge.Rubber strap and you can turn the light 360 while strapped.Good ip rating. Bit pricey.
Friedpiggy Posted June 25, 2016 Posted June 25, 2016 Brand and Model of the rear light? also where did you get it? Quite seriously need to buy a new rear light for myself.
mudda Posted June 25, 2016 Posted June 25, 2016 Run time looks good on this light I have this ... it works great ...
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