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Me too! And mine is amber too! I like night rides just to show that thing off.Quote:
Originally Posted by Yelsel
I've focused on lights that don't require AA and AAA batteries, because those were always dying on me. I have reelights (magnet powered) on my wheels, front & back, and a generator-powered hub light, and the downlow glo which has a rechargeable battery.
I recently got a light for my road bike and have done 2 dark, early AM rides of ten miles. While I have 2 lights on my hybrid, this one light seems so much better that it is fine. I wear a reflective vest, have a super bright red flasher on the back and 2 flashing ankle bands. I loved the peacefulness of riding at this time! My only issue is that wearing the clear lenses in my sunglasses seem to distort my vision a little. It was better this week, though. I could ride without glasses, but it's probably not safe.
Next week I hope to do one of my regular 15 mile loops before work.
As another lover of riding in the dark, all I can say is you can never have too many lights and reflective stuff. My evening commutes are getting darker. I'll be hanging up my speedy Ruby, with it's skinny tires, in favor of my trusty LHT very soon. The Surly, nicknamed The Tank, has wider tires, full fenders, all my light mounts and is my "ride through anything" bike. I know summer is really over when the Tank becomes my daily ride. Next thing you know I'll be hunting for my extra set of wheels with the studded tires. You've gotta love living with four seasons! :D bikerHen