Milosh Posted October 31, 2016 Posted October 31, 2016 So left home earlier than normal on wednesday and going north up cedar after the dip saw what I thought where 2 Riders 10 m apart returning from a cradle ride as I got closer there were a number of riders in between I was very impressed at how visible from very far you can be with a flashing light , even an el-cheapo ! It may not help you see much or you may think you no longer need your light on and try conserve battery - Don't, its also about being seen. A stark lesson in how to be seen ! Cars avoid what they see !
Pulse Posted October 31, 2016 Posted October 31, 2016 I often encounter 2 guys returning from an early morning ride as I start my commute.Even though I absolutely agree with the comments above, these guys have flashing lights that are too bringt, and shine too high - yes they are noticed, but the poor drivers are also blinded.. Moderation - especially with flashing lights coming from the front
Paul Ruinaard Posted October 31, 2016 Posted October 31, 2016 I see it very often. And coloured lights work as well. See how far away you can see a motorbike with an orange headlight compared to standard lights on bright. It make a huge difference. I want strobes front and back when riding in the morning
Bateleur1 Posted October 31, 2016 Posted October 31, 2016 I see it is not uncommon here to have to lights here. Ons lights the path the other is on strobe.
Skinnyone Posted October 31, 2016 Posted October 31, 2016 I commute with strobes front and rear, the front I try not to blind but also want to see the road in front of me.
Fat Boab Posted October 31, 2016 Posted October 31, 2016 I'm not a fan of a strobe front light. I've had 3 near-misses where I believe the driver, in all cases, couldn't judge my distance from him/her and cut me off. I prefer a steady front light, aimed downwards so not to blind other road users. It can still identify me however and I can see the road ahead. PS Coloured lights - does anyone know if coloured lens are available for bike lights in this country?
Pulse Posted October 31, 2016 Posted October 31, 2016 I'm not a fan of a strobe front light. I've had 3 near-misses where I believe the driver, in all cases, couldn't judge my distance from him/her and cut me off. I prefer a steady front light, aimed downwards so not to blind other road users. It can still identify me however and I can see the road ahead. PS Coloured lights - does anyone know if coloured lens are available for bike lights in this country?Like!
CAAD4 Posted October 31, 2016 Posted October 31, 2016 I'm not a fan of a strobe front light. I've had 3 near-misses where I believe the driver, in all cases, couldn't judge my distance from him/her and cut me off. I prefer a steady front light, aimed downwards so not to blind other road users. It can still identify me however and I can see the road ahead. PS Coloured lights - does anyone know if coloured lens are available for bike lights in this country?Ja they are, they are called Khoki pens...
Pure Savage Posted October 31, 2016 Posted October 31, 2016 I'm not a fan of a strobe front light. I've had 3 near-misses where I believe the driver, in all cases, couldn't judge my distance from him/her and cut me off. I prefer a steady front light, aimed downwards so not to blind other road users. It can still identify me however and I can see the road ahead. PS Coloured lights - does anyone know if coloured lens are available for bike lights in this country? The logical human though would take their foot off the gas and concentrate if they become blinded by a flashing light.
Veebee Posted October 31, 2016 Posted October 31, 2016 The logical human though would take their foot off the gas and concentrate if they become blinded by a flashing light. anywhere else in the world yes, but not in Zuid Afrika
DJR Posted October 31, 2016 Posted October 31, 2016 I haven't done a scientific study on it, but since I started riding (in bright daylight also) with front and back flashing lights, I can swear that I have far fewer near misses with drivers pulling out in front of me and that they give me a bit more space when overtaking also.
Rocket-Boy Posted October 31, 2016 Posted October 31, 2016 I'm not a fan of a strobe front light. I've had 3 near-misses where I believe the driver, in all cases, couldn't judge my distance from him/her and cut me off. I prefer a steady front light, aimed downwards so not to blind other road users. It can still identify me however and I can see the road ahead. PS Coloured lights - does anyone know if coloured lens are available for bike lights in this country?A few years ago I was heading off to an early flight, it was 4am and I had very little sleep preparing for what I needed to do that day. I was about to turn right through an intersection with a green light and then stopped for some reason, I honestly had not noticed the 20 odd steady lights that we heading for me and would have ploughed into a group of cyclists. Flashing lights would have made way more difference I think. I still to this day feel like an absolute ass for even getting that close.
'Dale Posted October 31, 2016 Posted October 31, 2016 It can be irritating to motorists At least you are visible - higher priority ✅
DJR Posted October 31, 2016 Posted October 31, 2016 It can be irritating to motoristsAt least you are visible - higher priority ✅Agreed! Staying alive trumps EVERYTHING else!
Lostee Posted October 31, 2016 Posted October 31, 2016 At least they will be hooting and swearing for blinding them than running you over and take off. Sent from my GT-I9500 using Tapatalk
Patchelicious Posted October 31, 2016 Posted October 31, 2016 Flashy at the back steady on the front.
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