Whats lights???

[DirtyMike]

Hey guys, i know there are alot of commuters that hit up the Roadie section, so I will ask here, What light systems are you guys running and why do you like them, going to be doing ALOT mroe commuting, and I am thinking about getting a new lighting system.

[Serial Midget]

I just bought a Planet bike white strobe and use my bright red flasher on the back of my helmet. I use these to be seen rather than to see. :)

They are cheap so its not a hassle when they are lost or stolen.

[James]

I just bought a Planet bike white strobe and use my bright red flasher on the back of my helmet. I use these to be seen rather than to see. :)

They are cheap so its not a hassle when they are lost or stolen.

Second the Planet Bike lights. Got 'em on my commuter. They are a "be seen" light for sure, you'll need something more if you want to see where you're going...

[ire]

I use Sigma lights....they are for seeing, not just being seen. I've been happy with them, I think I paid $140 for two lights, two batteries, mount and a taillight

[Mr. Hankey]

This is a good comparo of some of the common lights. I think I am gonna get a Light and Motion Halogen setup. I am not baller enough for the HIDs, I could buy a killer set of wheels used for that kinda money.

http://eddys.com/page.cfm?PageID=493

[DirtyMike]

Thanks guys, Currently I have the NR Ultrafazor3, and a five led flasher in the rear, People see me great, I see decently. Still trying to decide if i should Man up and buy a brighter headlihgt or not.

[LordOpie]

I don't care about front lights as I'm always paying attention ahead of me. So I have some 10w lamp that is satisfactory.

I had a cateye and something else on the rear, one solid, one flashing. Those two did not compare to the Dinotte Taillight. That is as (maybe a little more) bright as a motorcycle taillight.

I would encourage you to look into it.

[BikeMike]

I have to say, Opie's got a nice looking tail... light. Running errands downtown after dark has reminded me how important it is to be seen from behind.

Other than that, I've been thinking about building up a set of crazy bright (think close to HID) LEDs based on plans from teh internet. (http://myfwyc.org/Timberlake/CreeLEDLight?page=4)

[jaydee]

I've got a Light and Motion Solo Logic MV. It's absolutely amazing, small, weatherproof, extremely bright, and has 3 power settings. Light and Motion make really good stuff.

[Wumpus]

http://www.performancebike.com/shop/profile.cfm?SKU=24409&subcategory_ID=4320

This would be pretty cool for commuting. 7 hours of runtime.

[splat]

I usually use my HID, but I will also use my Trail Rat ( 10w Halogen) , but I have also HAd occasion where I use a Small Luxeon Based LED homemade light. But I also Use my Hardtail Mt bike when I know I'm going to be doing my Ride in the dark. because no matter the light , I still can't pick up the Pot holes fast enough.

[DirtyMike]

http://www.performancebike.com/shop/profile.cfm?SKU=24409&subcategory_ID=4320

This would be pretty cool for commuting. 7 hours of runtime.

Thats actually what I am thinking about getting, Notice though the add there has 109 crossed out and a sale of 179......Gotta love a good typo.

If I get that one, I will EP it

[Serial Midget]

because no matter the light , I still can't pick up the Pot holes fast enough.

I must leave in a better place, pot holes are a non issue for commuters around here. :)

[Mr. Hankey]

I am thinking of a Trail Tech ATV HID light, and a custom battery in the near future. 500lumens, and $114 on ebay, it seems like an awesome deal. They even make a 1200 lumen version for like $30 more, but at the cost of more current draw.