Originally Posted by
Koyote
Ditto. And for a "be seen" light, I prefer a standard beam rather than a cut-off. I want cars to see me from a long distance. Although I don't run it at the highest setting, which (on one of my lights) is 1300 lumens
Have you tested this? I think a beam with a cutoff does not reduce your visibility. I usually use a shaped beam with a cutoff, and I get compliments on the clarity. I think I get this because it surprises people how they can see me from a distance without the light shining in their eyes. The beam is just under their eyes, and that probably contributes to the good job it does.