Originally Posted by
noisebeam
I just ordered a PB Superflash 65 (AAA version) which seems to be more recent model than the Superflash or Superflash Turbo at same ~$25 price.
For $10 more I considered the Cygolight Hotshot Pro 150, but my experience with Cygo has been nothing but trouble/junk that stops working quickly, plus it doesn't come in a replaceable battery version.
I've got a couple Cygolites, and they have been reliable - oldest is coming up on five years. But I have read plenty of reviews about failures, so would probably stay away from the brand.
Originally Posted by
noisebeam
Yes, at least one rear light should be steady when dark. As an approaching driver it can be hard to track a flashing light especially in the mix of other vehicle lights, it can appear to jump horizontally making it hard to tell if tracking on sidewalk, shoulder/bike lane or shared roadway. So I use a bright steady on post and flasher on helmet when dark.
Yep, exactly.