Best bike lighting parts & accessories according to redditors

I don't really agree with this. Especially if most of your riding is done in the city, where you're using your lights to be seen, not to see.

I go for quantity over quality because it's just too easy to either forget your lights on your bike and have them stolen, or leave your lights at home.

I bought a dozen sets of cheap silicone blinkers from the dollar store (this kind) and now I have a couple in every bag, at the office, at home, etc. I'm never without lights and I really don't care if they get stolen (I've already had a few sets ripped off my bike).

Well if you have an exercise bike with a spinning wheel and had a sporting goods or cycle shop open near you, something like this is always handy. Also, some exercise bikes have them built in if they're they type that the display comes on when you start to pedal. Or if you get creative, an alternator off a car held to the bike wheel will have the same effect.

We have a decent number of power outages in my area from time to time so I've used a dynamo like that on a stationary bike to charge my cell and ecig in the past. Works pretty well and gives you something to do while waiting things out and reading a book.

Edit: Also a car battery or the battery out of a riding mower will work as well if you have a charger that will take 12v input.

30 years ago, making turn signals bright enough to be seen in the daylight would have required a big battery and big heavy ugly lamps that would have significant wind drag. Now we have much better technology for it, so it might be worth reconsidering.

Edit: from the other thread OP linked,

>Front turn signals on motorcycles have to be at least 16 inches apart if I remember correctly. There are also requirements for beam pattern angles of visibility, etc.

>Making bicycle turn signals that actually meet the performance requirements of proper turn signals isn't trivial, and would add considerable bulk and weight to a bicycle.

It isn't trivial, but it's not hard either. 16 inches is about the width of a set moderately narrow drop bars. The lights themselves could be the size of a cigarette butt (sorry--there'd got to be a better reference object but that's what came to mind), and could be on the ends of a mast the diameter of a spoke, with the batteries in the same package as the tail light.

Or you can buy turn signals made to go in the ends of your bars, which meets the width requirement. I initially worried that the riders body might block them for some viewing angles. But I think that's not such a big deal. The other problem with them is that they don't mount so as to aim right on drop bars or mustache bars, unless you rig up something for that purpose.

Finally, another option is to say "you're both right" to advocates of blinker lights and advocates of hand signals and get gloves with built in blinkers.

Edit 2: Laws vary by state but typical motorcycle requirement is 16 inches center to center for front turn signals and 9 inches rear. (40.6 cm and 23 cm)

I just bought a spacer mount that does the same, but I love your solution.

Minoura CS-500 Headset Spacer Mount Accessory Holder https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00A3NALZ8/ref=cm_sw_r_other_awd_dcn7wbK1JSSHQ

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Have you tried the TwoFish one? I use it with an A6.

For just commuting and stuff I'd say go with a AA or AAA flashlight. they won't be as bright, but they will be much more versatile. Get some eneloops and you'll have a great system for years.

Personal favorite flashlight in the AAA dept is the Nebo Redline.

I know most people here like the Twofish Lock Blocks for holding the flashlight.

Or you could get the two as a combo.

That should be a good and easy to use system that's brighter than you really need for a price that's affordable.

btw, I'm leary of DealExtreme...they look fairly shady and there's not even specs for things like lumen output on a lot of those lights. Often you get what you pay for, and I'm guessing on those lights it's not worth the $8 you'd save.

I use these:

Two Fish Lockblocks Flashlight Holder
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001CJXB5E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_rknsxb1RVXXRA

But I don't think think I'd use them offroad except for on a helmet.

They easily adapt to any of the flashlights I have, but will bounce/jiggle quite a bit on rough roads.

You could try a harder plastic one like this:

Leegoal Bicycle Bike Flashlight LED Torch Mount Holder 360° rotation Cycling Clip Clamp
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00ADLUDSA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_8mnsxbQB4YCG8

I think they are called fish blocks. WOrks with any standard tube flashlight: http://www.amazon.com/Two-Fish-Lockblocks-Flashlight-Holder/dp/B001CJXB5E

You can mount with this type or this type quite easily. There are others as well, but most are not as good or too bulky.

The only issue with using a flashlight is you have to be very careful not to blind oncoming vehicles/bikes/pedestrians with any light bleed (or badly aimed light).

I use this with this. Set it on flashing mode and it is rated to last 72 hours while flashing at 220 lumens.

In my opinion for <$40 it trumps everything else I've seen out there.

My scooter is one of the bigger high-end ones, so it has mounting options. There's also bicycle options for smaller scooters such as this and this.

(http://www.amazon.com/MagicShine-MJ-808U-Bicycle-Improved-1100-Lumen/dp/B009GSLUR4/ref=sr_1_2?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1410312742&sr=1-2)

I have been using this sucker for over a year with no problems whatsoever. It was recommended to me by other riders on here. At around 80 bucks, it is a bargain. The battery pack is heavy but seems to be well made. Much more reliable than cheaper cree copies you can find for about 25 bucks.

while the 1100 lumen claim might be a bit far fetched, mine is noticeably brighter than my buddies $300 lights.

I only have one and thusly mount it on my bars. with only one light, it is safer to mount to the bars rather than helmet as you can see shadows of trail obstacles. I am planning on investing in a second 808 and either gettign the helmet mount kit or just zip tying the fucker to my helmet.

Here are a couple I use on my ebike.

OLIGHT FB-1 Universal Flashlight Bike Mount for Flashlight (Bike Lightining Mount Accessories) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0761RX64G/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_F.uwDbPPFEH80

2 Pack Flashlight Mount Holder, COSOOS Universal Bicycle Led Light Mounting Holder 360° Rotation Clip Clamp for Flashlight, Cycling, Riding https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H3KLMLM/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_2avwDbPDH5ZVD

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This one is my favorite of the lights I use, and it's rechargeable:

https://www.amazon.com/Blitzu-Rechargeable-Intensity-Accessories-Flashlight/dp/B015IEJ0GC/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1511376731&sr=8-6&keywords=

This one also works great, and runs on 2x AAA batteries:

https://www.amazon.com/CatEye-Omni-Bike-Light-Rear/dp/B008QVXQ1K/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1511376770&sr=8-8&keywords=

For the front, I use this thingy with any number of rechargeable (18650 powered) flashlights that I have:

https://www.amazon.com/Two-Fish-Lockblocks-Flashlight-Holder/dp/B001CJXB5E/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1511376885&sr=8-1&keywords=

The Finn is a simple, compact, reliable phone holder.

The Fenix or any of a number of similar mounts can affix a small handheld flashlight to your bars or helmet. You have to take care with helmet mounts, because the extremely intense lights available can be blinding to drivers when you turn your head in their direction.

I use one of these along with I really good CREE LED flash light and a Planet Bike Superflash tail light. I have the Planet Bike blaze, blaze 1watt, and blaze 2 watt headlights and find that they are just not bright enough for where I ride. (I ride on completely unlit roads). Although I do LOVE the mount on the Blaze headlights.

I just posted pretty much the same thing about a week ago.

I ended up ordering this Two Fish Lockblocks Flashlight Holder https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001CJXB5E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_0cY0xb9DM7MV3 to use with my Astrolux S1 and it works fantastically. But it took a while to get here so before that I was using a couple of rubber bands and a paper towel to protect the paint, haha.

Edit: the BLF A6, which is identical to the S1 is on sale right now on banggood.

I use Twofish Lockblocks/flashlight holders on three of my bikes. They're cheap and simple and they stay put.

CYCL Wing Lights Fixed V3-Turning Signals for Bicycles

I've always liked Twofish lockblocks but there are cheaper alternatives in that style.

I wear these, one on the front of my shorts and one on the back. I also run against traffic and I watch like crazy. I'm not interested in dying because a driver didn't see me--and it's MY responsibility to be seen.

After some looking I saw a few that looked so tacky and crap. Found one good one that goes on the handle bar ends and you push it to turn it on
Link: https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B015HBC4U0/ref=cm_sw_r_tw_apa_LrjOAbCHPX55F

Here is a cheaper set - Gun mounts $24

Then my brain kicked on... I think these are the ticket - $9 Duel mounts

I'm assuming you use the aluminum crutches that have the lower arm supports? the cheaper option would mount anywhere on your racks i'll bet.

90% of my skating time is at night with groups alongside street traffic. i highly recommend these 2 items:

$20 LED Reflective Belt - USB Rechargeable - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00N1S11GK/

i wear this belt across my chest. it's like an ultra-bright neon glowstick (the green one anyway), and rechargeable through USB (charges quite fast). the front has reflective material, which i know works because of how it shines in flash photos.

 

$20 Mountable LED Light - USB Rechargeable - https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MSZASB1/

this is mounted on my helmet. it's USB rechargeable also and i charge it overnight. the brightest setting is too bright for me and i worry that it hurts people's eyes when they look at it, so i use the dimmer setting which works just dandy to see everything in front of you. after i owned it for 3 weeks, there was an instance where i plugged it in for charging, and the charging LED didn't come on, so i had no idea if/when it was charging. i had contacted the seller and they said to keep it and sent me a brand new one right away. the charging LED on the original worked again the day or 2 after that incident and hasn't happened again, so now i have 2 working lights.

https://www.amazon.de/gp/product/B00JLBK86A/

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I have a Bell Super DH and it comes with a go pro mount that hooks into a vent hole.

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I'm using this niterider mount that is go pro compatible.

REI also sells a metal one for $20. If you look at that sale link though, its $14 right now so that may be a sturdier and better value. I didn't want to pay $20 for it at the time though. I have no problem with the plastic mount.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B004CXNY3G/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i02?ie=UTF8&redirect=true

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001CJXB5E/ref=oh_details_o03_s00_i00

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001TJ45L6/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i01

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002BZOMYM/ref=oh_details_o01_s00_i00

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000KBEH1W/ref=oh_details_o02_s00_i00

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They aren't the best for illuminating the road, but do a good job of making me visible to cars:

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For less than $5 you can be plenty visible. And they are so cheap that I don't mind leaving them on my bicycle. They take a few weeks to arrive from Hong Kong, so I buy a few and keep them in a drawer.

For a "real" front light I'm a fan of Cygolite. Crazy bright, rechargeable, and waterproof/water resistant. Just a hassle that I can't leave it clipped on for fear of theft.

I've never owned a real bike light. The Fenix-Store used to sell these TwoFish LockBlock flashlight mounts and I picked one up when I ordered a replacement PD30 after losing mine 5 or 6 years ago. Have used it on 5 or 6 different bikes with handlebars ranging from skinny CrMo BMX bars to thickly-wrapped, fat mag-aluminum road-bike bars, and with every light I own (except the 1xAAA ones, which I could probably just clip to the velcro loop if necessary). From the narrowest part of an SC52 to a fat plastic incandescent 2x123 light; it holds it securely and doesn't swivel or move even on slick, wet leather or metal. The rubber helps absorb a little bit of the road vibration, but that's an issue with all bike lights I'd imagine. Got left out in the rain/sun/snow for over 2 years while its primary home was outside of a college building. Hasn't started to dry rot or fade or anything. And it hasn't been stolen, which is a miracle in this city. The bungee cords on my pannier rack have been stolen three times, as well as the permanent, screwed-on mount for my taillight (when my taillight wasn't on it), but they never took my little rubber/velcro doohickey. Oh and the Us are different sizes so you can flip it around to accommodate thicker lights or bars. If you have a really thick light and wrapped handlebars you might be in trouble...

Kinda weird to give such a raving review of a piece of rubber with two u-shapes and velcro straps... but as both a flashlight enthusiast and a frequent cyclist, it's helped me cut back on my gear since I can just slap whatever's in my pocket on my handlebars and roll. And then I don't have to invest a bunch of money to have a durable, waterproof, multi-mode (without PWM) bike light. The situation is different now, I guess. Since I assume you can get decent-quality LED bike lights for cheap just like you can get a decent ThorFire flashlight for 9 bucks.

Oh and Zebralights are crazy efficient. I miss my SC52. Even running a measly 840mAh 14500 I could use it for everyday tasks for a few weeks. I'll be picking up another ZL sometime soon :)

Now I wish the steer tube was longer on my commuter. I do have a short bmx stem in the shed. Maybe just maybe . . .

Edit update: I had to go check because my bar mitts and my light are always competing during my commute and I hate taking my hands out of their toasty homes to putz with the light while I am riding over ice and snow.I put pants and a sweater over my jammies and went outside where it is 23 degrees freedom units and took some measurements. There is no way my bmx stem and current stem will fit on my commuter. I will check the co-op to see if they have anything that might work but if they don't I may ask a buddy to cut a top load bmx stem in half or even make me something. But it will probably be easier and cheaper to buy something like this. I would like something a little beefier because I would like to use a hoseclamp to mount the light to the bar and wider just in case I want another light or something.

Thanks op, i was looking at jones bars and other loop and h bars as a solution. This should be a lot cheaper option.

My ender 3 came in yesterday, great first prints but I had the same problem. Stuff is still all over my default print bed, but now I am using a glass print bed instead. I am using this glass bed that is around $20, but I think there are other ones as well for around the same price.

I do all my riding at night but mostly paved trails. I did a ton of research before buying my lights.

Front:

MagicShine 872 - This is what I use. For Price per lumens you can't beat this thing. It's crazy bright. I have it on 50% most of the time sometimes lower. For distance it's about the same at 50% or 100%. 100% is just much brighter immediately in front of you.


I would actually recommend the MagicShine 808 though. It's a little cheaper and all my research showed the side by side comparisons the 808 actually throws light out a little father. It's just not as bright in the first 25 feet. Since I leave my 872 on 50% it wouldn't matter and I would get a little more distance.

http://www.amazon.com/MagicShine-MJ-808U-Bicycle-Improved-1100-Lumen/dp/B009GSLUR4/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1409954087&sr=8-3&keywords=magicshine+872

Both have an external battery pack and don't use a USB charger though. Which for some people is a problem. I don't mind strapping the battery to my top tube.

Edit to add: Neither of these has a flashing or pulse feature. They do have an adjustable brightness level though. 872 has last for roughly 2 hours for me at 100%. The power buttons illuminate to give you a rough estimate of battery level. After a 2 hour ride with it on 50% the entire time it will show that it has more then 50% left. They say it will last 3 hours at 100% but reviews I read said it last 2 1/2 at 100% then dropped its self down the 75% then 50 > so on until it completely died at 6 hours. I've not actually done that myself though.

Rear:

I use Light & Motion Vis 180 - This thing is ridiculously bright and I love it. Full 180 degrees of visibility from the amber lights. It's very expensive though for a taillight.

http://www.amazon.com/Light-Motion-Tail-Silver-Moon/dp/B00LH1W9AU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=undefined&sr=8-1&keywords=light+and+motion+180

My research pointed to Cygolite Hotshot 2W USB being the best bang for your buck. I would have bought this but my LBS didn't carry it and I needed something that night for riding so i got the Light and Motion.

http://www.amazon.com/Cygolite-Hotshot-2-Watt-Rechargeable-Taillight/dp/B005DVA57Y/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1409954733&sr=8-1&keywords=Cygolite+Hotshot+2W+USB


Hope this helps.

If you're running a Garmin computer that mounts with their Quarter Turn system, you can get a mount that accepts the computer on top, any of the Nite Rider Lumina series front lights on the underside. The mount itself attaches onto the stem faceplate screws (this is assuming you're running a threadless stem w/ faceplate).

Mount: https://www.amazon.com/Dymoece-Front-Computer-Garmin-Touring/dp/B07PPDJS92/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_107_t_0?_encoding=UTF8&refRID=Q9SASC62RXGGZWR161JV

Nite Rider Lumina adapter: https://www.amazon.com/Best-Tek-NiteRider-Niterider-Computer/dp/B07F8P3K7K/ref=pd_bxgy_468_2/141-9234518-5178351?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=B07F8P3K7K&pd_rd_r=71409346-b469-495a-97c7-e55c90ac1c79&pd_rd_w=twEkV&pd_rd_wg=2xV23&pf_rd_p=a2006322-0bc0-4db9-a08e-d168c18ce6f0&pf_rd_r=XDXZ1H1ZHTCFHWE2C5S6&psc=1&refRID=XDXZ1H1ZHTCFHWE2C5S6

I'm running this setup on my roadie with a Garmin Edge 820 and NiteRider Lumina 850 and it gets everything off the bars for a super clean look imo.

There's a few good ones on Amazon, but I'm leaning towards this one:

CYCL Wing Lights Fixed V3-Turning Signals for Bicycles https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076CQ7VTN/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_d8BxDb5D2RW7F

Using a Garmin mount the one linked below with a go pro mount under you can mount many lights. Also below is a light that works with this setup.

Best Tek Garmin Edge Extended Out-Front Mount, Gopro Bike Handlebar Mount For NiteRider Adapter, Gopro Sports Action Camera,Garmin Edge 25 130 200 500 510 520 800 810 820 1000 1030 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07GBS3QMM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_SZIsDb24ZWGCA

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Best Tek NiteRider Adapter, NiteRider Light Adapter, Niterider Lumina Adapter for NiteRider Gopro, NiteRider Lumina, NiteRider Light, Mako Series, Garmin Computer Mount https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F8P3K7K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_J1IsDbYBPK199

Since you want the light to shine in a plane above the floor, you should check out diffusers for bicycle lights like this one: https://www.amazon.com/Bright-Eyes-3-Pack-Clear-DIFFUSER/dp/B00RKP6GZG

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I have the twofish flashlight holder, cheap but effective flashlight mount.

definitely clean off the build plate, human oils can get on the plate and can make pla (or any filament) not adhere to the build surface. Clean it by getting a paper towel and some rubbing alcohol or ipa, put some ipa on the bed and wipe it down with a paper towel, make sure the bed isn't heated up.
a lot of people have said get a glass bed, I would agree, but you have heard a lot of that anyway :)
here is the glass bed I use, it's nice because you don't need glue/hairspray for easy adhesion.https://www.amazon.com/Creality-Upgraded-Platform-Tempered-235x235x4mm/dp/B07QYFYX8D/ref=sr_1_5?crid=3LCCUDV9TGWE&keywords=ender+3+glass+bed&qid=1564590825&s=gateway&sprefix=ender+3+glass%2Caps%2C206&sr=8-5

that’s cool but have you seen these?

Check out the recommended lights on the Bike Light Database. Looks like the Serfas E-LUME might be worth checking out.

If you already have a decent light you could use Fenix ALB-10 to mount it on your handlebars. I use one on my morning commutes and I've been happy with it so far. Just make sure your light isn't going to change modes whenever you hit a bump.

/u/nrhinkle comments quite a bit on bike lights (and runs the bike light database, I believe), he might have some suggestions.

What about putting these on your handle bars and then using some small diameter pipe to extend out and make a rest for your riser to strap into? I’m picturing the bow is sitting with the sight facing the ground and strings in the air. Whatever you end up with you should share the results with the rest of us. There are also cargo racks for the rear tire for around $30.

Strapping it to your pack, if you carry one is probably easier but I assume your asking for ideas for a reason.


2 Pack Flashlight Mount Holder, COSOOS Universal Bicycle Led Light Mounting Holder 360° Rotation Clip Clamp for Flashlight, Cycling, Riding https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07H3KLMLM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_95KUCbW9H2VXC

• If she's even slightly tech savvy or into social media, and doesn't yet track her rides on Strava somehow: a Garmin (Edge 25), or one of the cheaper competitors starting to flood the market (Cateye, Lezyne, Bryton Rider, etc).
  
  
• Gloves - Never hurts to have a couple of spare pairs!
  
  
• Cat Ears - little pieces of felt for helmets that strap over where your ears are and keep them magically warm during shitty winter commutes.
  
  
• Bar Mitts - Just to second /u/BringEmYong on that point. I barely needed gloves last winter thanks to these things - it had to be pretty well under 30F before I needed even a thin pair. They're awesome.
  
  
• Bone conduction headphones - if her routes are pretty safe (multi-use path, low traffic residential roads, etc), check out these types of headphones. They don't sit in or on your ears, so as long as you keep the volume levels reasonable, they provide an impressive amount of ambient hearing, while allowing you to listen to music/podcasts/etc.
  
  
• Bike maintenance - Either get a prepaid tuneup at a local bike store, or, if she's handy, get her some tools and maybe a book about bike repair.
  
  
• Bags/panniers/etc - If she's a commuter she may already be covered, but if not, bags/panniers are always handy! If she has panniers currently, maybe look into bags that can be fiddled with while riding - handlebar bags, top tube bags, frame packs, etc.
  
  
• "Frog Lights", in bulk - These things - they can be even cheaper on ebay. I received 40 of these a year ago, and am still working my way through them. The batteries last a couple months of use, they get stolen all the damn time, I've had some fall off during bumpier rides, etc.
  
  
• Silly bike bling: anodized or decorative valve caps, custom headset caps, new bottle cages, frame mounted bottle openers, grips, seats, etc.

Do you already have a battery pack with a USB plug for re-charging your phone? If so, get a light that plugs into that. Like this: https://smile.amazon.com/Urparcel-1200LM-Headlamp-Headlight-Bicycle/dp/B00GFLQMAK/ or https://smile.amazon.com/OVERMAL-6000LM-Waterproof-Bicycle-Headlight/dp/B01LYRLTGI/.

I have one like the first link and it works great for the occasional dark commute. I also got these diffuser lenses to help turn the spotlight into more of a horizontal pattern: https://smile.amazon.com/Bright-Eyes-3-Pack-Clear-DIFFUSER/dp/B00RKP6GZG/

It should be for attaching a light. Usually 'Commuter' bags have this so you can attach a red light to be seen while riding a bicycle. That is why the loop is also painted to be reflective.
Something like this:
https://www.amazon.com/Bonuses-Running-Visibility-Accessories-Reflective/dp/B00SSQGKVG/ref=sr_1_1?s=sporting-goods&ie=UTF8&qid=1478212182&sr=1-1&keywords=backpack+light

It's a Magicshine MJ-808 with a water protected battery pack.
The only thing I don't like about it is the beam, it's to straight forward so you can miss some things on the sides. Though I know you can buy another lens to change the width of the beam.

Winglights seem to be an option, although I'm not sure if they're compatible with scooters.

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Try something that clamps like this or this instead of giant rubber bands.

If you can be persuaded, I've been using this glass platform for about 2 weeks and I'm really loving it. It does require slightly larger binder clips though.

Front light choice depends on where you ride. If you ride on well-illuminated streets and just need a light for visibility (how visible you are), there are a lot of cheap options - you just needs something that shines bright.
If you actually need something to illuminate the road in front of you and not just your front tire, the price is higher (but not above $100 for a set).
As for the back light, I really like the one I have. What I find clever about that back light is that it's highly visible from the sides and not just from behind you. So I'd recommend to find one that has the same idea.

I just bought this: http://www.onetri.com/48bikelight.html and here is a video of it in action, its super low resolution so please no suggestions with intricate details: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gEAzDgrockM (it looks better in real life than in the video) I can customize it & put anything I want, I have 8 more slots, what should i put on it? Nothing obscene (no dickbutt, I'll be riding this in public, children can see).

software link: http://www.onetri.com/BikeLight.zip load the pics there to see how they'll look on the display!

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For anyone wondering, I got it for safety/visibility/awesomeness reasons. It was $23 prime delivered off amazon: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00I9FIV7C/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This is how I solved the issue on my wifes touring bike. It helps that she already had a lot of spacers. I used one of these handlebar extensions.

I use this one:Apace Vision. It comes as a pair. It's not USB rechargeable, but the battery seems to last a very long time. It has several ways to attach to your bike. One of them is a clip (like an old beeper) that you can slip through that loop on the back of your seat bag. That's how I do it and it hasn't moved 1 mm since I put it on. It has three modes (two blinking and one steady). It does the trick.

I also have a Cateye that is USB rechargeable, but it doesn't have that clip mount. It uses the rubber band kind of mount (for mounting to tubes or seat posts). I like the Apace Vision.

I use a combination of this flashlight and this mount. I like the mount because I can pop the flashlight off it easily but it's still well secured.

I usually run x2 of these, cheap and very bright, with a wide angle diffuser on one.

MagicShine has lots of VERY affordable, high lumen lights. From 900 to 1600 depending on how much you're willing to spend.

WingLights magnetic version:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01FFJ9LDC

Non-detachable version ($15 cheaper and ~1cm shorter):
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B015HBC4U0

CYCL's pitch video:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ewFJZR0bExw

Some random 1 minute review:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VOYLkz9VODA

Turn signal gloves also seem alright (if you like wearing gloves):
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00QYEEX2C

I'm not a fan of those saddle-mounted turn signals. They are too close together and only visible from the back.

I love this headlight. Very durable, usb-rechargeable, and wide field of view. Please angle it downward though; it is crazy bright and no one likes to be blinded.

https://www.amazon.com/TaoTronics-TT-HP007-Rechargeable-Headlight-Waterproof/dp/B01MSZASB1/

Best deal in town. I don't use the freebie it comes with.

I'd say a majority of the videos I've seen of people falling off of scooters is when they take a hand off of the handle bar. I don't know if the handle bar ends come out but perhaps something like this could work.

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https://www.amazon.com/WingLights-Mag-3-0-Bicycle-Blinkers/dp/B079P8M52S/ref=dp_ob_title_sports

The current consensus over on /r/bicycling is a Nebo Redline + the Twofish mount. Thinking about hooking up that option myself because I keep having cycling specific lights crap out on me.

edit none of this shit is really BIFL, but the Nebo option is cheap enough that you won't get too upset if you somehow break it

They sell some on amazon 8 dollars for 5 I think their cheap and their bright https://www.amazon.com/INNOLIFE-Silicone-Waterproof-Headlight-taillight/dp/B00P8CM1UC/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?keywords=innolife+bike+light&qid=1568665705&sr=8- these don’t make your bike look ugly and you can easily hide them on your seat post or on your bars

I saw someone else in this subreddit install handlebar end cap indicator lights. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B076CQ7VTN/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_pqNGDbTH1DH8G

I haven't tried them myself. I have rear view mirrors on my handlebars.

For my black dogs, I have the Ruffwear Track Jacket and these lights, which I clip to the Track Jackets. I also have an orange reflective vest for me.

TwoFish Lockblocks

I don't wear a helmet so I normally use the headstrap for cycling, but I also made good experiences with this double-strap-thingy on my old bike. I used it for a normal flashlight but I see no reason why it shouldn't work turned 90° with the Wizard Pro. Hope that helps.

I like the TwoFish LockBlocks for single cell lights.

OP's running a set of these based on the light placement between his legs

https://www.amazon.ca/Bicycle-Blinking-Hanging-Stocking-Stuffer/dp/B07J5VRHST/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=blinking+ball+bike+lights&qid=1558981749&s=gateway&sr=8-1

I'm a fan of the TwoFish flashlight holder plus no-name but well reviewed flashlights:

https://www.amazon.com/TwoFish-9-Lockblocks-Flashlight-Holder/dp/B001CJXB5E

I use a 3800 Lumen headlight and a Topeak tail light:

headlight

taillight

The headlight is obnoxiously bright. Its like a single car headlight and I can actually see where I'm going with it. Mounting is a challenge since it has a large (4xAA) battery pack that is separate from the light itself so I had to use lots of zipties. Its dedicated to the bike its on because swapping to another bike would be a hassle. It comes with a charger so thats nice, but the weather proof plug is pretty tight and can be hard to disconnect sometimes. The light is also fairly large so it might increase your aero drag by a little bit.


The Topeak taillight has been great, it screws directly to the Topeak rack I have so it will not fall off. I've lost too many taillights to count just from them literally falling apart as I ride or getting jiggled off and run over by cars. I even had one fall down a sewer grate.


I also have a Cateye headlight that has a little strap clamp so its easy to swap between bikes. Its not very bright but it been reliable for a few years.

I got a bunch of these so I'd have a tail light for each bike and they have actually been pretty good.

Es gibt 100 geeignete Lampen. Ich würde darauf achten, dass sie nicht zu groß und schwer ist und dass sie über so ein elastisches Gummiband befestigt wird. So wie hier:

https://www.amazon.de/Sigma-Sport-Fahrradbeleuchtung-wiederaufladbare-Fahrradlampe/dp/B07822Z4JW/ref=sr_1_20?__mk_de_DE=%C3%85M%C3%85%C5%BD%C3%95%C3%91&keywords=fahrrad+lampe+set&pldnSite=1&qid=1555621469&s=sports&sa-no-redirect=1&sr=1-20-spell

Ich habe eine große von Lezyme aber die nehme ich nicht mit, wenn ich denke, dass ich wahrscheinlich im Hellen anch Hause kommen würde. Eine leichte Lampe würde ich trotzdem mitnehmen.

Ich habe noch die:

https://www.amazon.de/B%C3%BCchel-Batterieleuchtenset-Vancouver-Zugelassen-51225460/dp/B00JLBK86A/ref=sr_1_2?hvadid=80539258697304&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvqmt=e&keywords=fahrradlampe+vancouver&pldnSite=1&qid=1555621329&s=gateway&sa-no-redirect=1&sr=8-2

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aber wenn es mal etwas ruppig wird dann fällte die Vorderlampe gern mal einfach ab. Die ist so raufgesteckt. Würde ich nie wieder so kaufen, viele Lampen funktionieren aber so.

The NiteRider Lumina Micro 650 is pretty reasonably priced.
Says 1.5h run time on high.
USB rechargeable!
https://www.amazon.com/NiteRider-Lumina-Micro-650-Headlight/dp/B07FPYN8N7

Niterider helmet mount.
Works well on my helmet.
(straps through your vent holes up top)
https://www.amazon.com/NiteRider-Commuter-Helmet-Mount-Cordless/dp/B003Z8AK3Q/

Fenix bar mount, rugged and really adjustable. Fenix makes great flashlights but pricey.
https://www.amazon.com/Fenix-ALB-10-Flashlight-Mount-Upgrade/dp/B01FBABI90
this appears to be the same mount but cheaper (maybe import knock-off??)
https://www.amazon.com/FOME-Quick-release-Bike-Mount-ALB-10/dp/B00K6B6OGC

Flashlight. I've had good luck with this Light so far.
Infinitely adjustable brightness. (one click on - click and hold to DIM or brighten to desired level)
USB rechargeable!
https://www.amazon.com/ThruNite-Micro-USB-Chargeable-Flashlight-Self-define/dp/B06XWXVZH7

Creality Ender 3 Glass Bed, Upgraded 3D Printer Platform Tempered Glass Plate Build Surface, 235x235x4mm https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07QYFYX8D/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_kU-2DbJMZE84F

Yea. This is what I recommend also. I have a $10 mini flashlight with a rechargeable enloop batteries. I also use the the 2fish velcro gasket w/o problemos. So much cheaper and brighter than specific "bike lights"which are amazingly overpriced IMHO.
https://www.amazon.com/Portable-Handheld-Flashlight-Adjustable-Resistant/dp/B00R5VM3FM/ref=lp_12023816011_1_1?srs=12023816011&ie=UTF8&qid=1522192376&sr=8-1

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001CJXB5E/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

You don't need to spend $80 on some USB chargable fancy BS.

If you're on a budget taotronics has a 700 lumin headlight with high, low, and strobe settings for only $20.

Pretty great deal.

Amazon link

You should get one of these: http://www.amazon.com/Two-Fish-Unlimited-Flashlite-Holder/dp/B001CJXB5E

I use one and it works great, plus your light is easily removable if you park in a less-than-safe neighborhood.

That sounds really expencive... Have you thought about just attaching bike dynamos to the wheels, and using a simple arduino script to figure out the speed? Or have an RPM measurer at the middle of the wheel (like a computer-fan would work, those usually have RPM measuring built in, that you can also relatively easily read out). Or even have a dynamo-like little wheel pressing against the big wheel, where you measure the RPM of the small wheel. That way you could easily calculate the distance driven with this wheel (taking the circumference of the little wheel, and multiplying it with the RPM, would give you the distance/minute).

go into a local shop and ask for a used one. They will set you up with a decent frame that should be tuned okay.

Your going to want

• a good lock -- 50$ atleast
  
• helmet -- 50-100$
  
• light https://www.amazon.com/InnoLife-Silicone-Waterproof-Bicycle-colors/dp/B00P8CM1UC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1479902193&sr=8-1&keywords=frog+light -- avoid the bike shop for this; they have good products, but they cost a lot more than high power hardware store light.
  
  
  For the frame
  
  
• full aluminum ideally -- avoids rust from winters
  
• fenders -- careful of the design if you are going on snow
  
• a rack
  
• mountain bike tires, or two bikes (one dry and one wet)
  
  I would also get a "beach rider" style bike because they are super comfortable, but other people have other ideas.
  
  

Non-mobile: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00I9FIV7C/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A2BBRMYLETZR90

^That's ^why ^I'm ^here, ^I ^don't ^judge ^you. ^PM ^/u/xl0 ^if ^I'm ^causing ^any ^trouble. ^WUT?

Get a flashlight mount, maybe this one will work

http://www.amazon.com/Two-Fish-Unlimited-Flashlite-Holder/dp/B001CJXB5E/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1349049136&sr=8-4&keywords=flashlight+mount+bike

then just find the brightest flashlight within your budget, really

I use this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001CJXB5E/ref=oh_details_o06_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

to mount this:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B006K5C2EG/ref=oh_details_o08_s00_i01?ie=UTF8&psc=1

(with the keychain removed. then I reversed the clip and it makes it easy to clip onto a hatbrim or helmet visor, turning it into a headlamp of sorts.)

Here is the mobile version of your link

I have a Minora mount that replaces one of the headset spacers. I like it a lot.

I'll be trying a fork crown mount too, although I expect to dislike how far away it places the light, which means I may not be able to adjust the output unless I slow down or stop.

I ended up with these but then I needed some for the back and so I've got these on the way as well.

Judging by the Amazon Reviews people seem to think it's a great light. You will get a US plug charger. What is your intended use for the light? What kind of riding?

I'll add that I tried Nite Ize Spoke Lights last year, and they were totally worthless. Given how they are sealed I honestly have no idea how it did it, but the playa killed these in a night. They're heavy enough to feel on your wheel, and not bright enough to be worth it.

I would be very curious to hear a review of the Monkey Light M232, if anyone has tried it. It's the kind of thing that looks good enough, but is expensive enough, that it really has to work well to be worth it. It looks like it would have playa survivability problems, but I've also heard that they're surprisingly durable.

If anyone knows of some valve lights like these that actually work, they seem like a nice easy solution for a little extra bike visibility. The problem with the ones I've seen is that while they're cheap enough to not care if they break, they usually just don't work to begin with.

The MagicShine 808 seems to be what people are liking these days. It's a Chinese made clone, but the company has some branding and does warranty's and quality control. It looks like a great value point and a solid compromise between expensive/nice NiteRiders and no-name deals.

Sorry! Try this http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00I9FIV7C/ref=ox_sc_act_image_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A2BBRMYLETZR90

• Bike Dynamo (12V Max)
  
• Adafruit LiPoly boost charger
  
• Li-ion Cell (3.7 V)
  
  Thanks for the correction on pronunciation, I am sure it will aid in my future communication. It seems that the dynamo I ordered is AC. I will have to verify using an oscilloscope or multimeter whether that is true or not.

first and foremost, you need to buy these. for $2, you could have the novelty of GLOWING NEON WHEELS!! seriously though, for $2, it's a great novelty.

and for the rest, go on: http://shityoucanafford.com/

Beam pattern makes a big difference. I can see better with my 400 lumen light with special optic than with a higher lumen round/symmetrical reflector.

I use one of these on my chinese "1000 lumen" light. Not quite as good, but really helps put the light where you can use it.