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Old 06-11-13, 06:19 AM
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Recommendation for a good rear view mirror for drop bars

Hi All,

I am looking to get a good rear view mirror for my Surly LHDT. Any recommendations?

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I swear by the Blackburn Multi Mirror. It fits into the bar end and you can adjust it for the right angle. It also swings out of the way when you are not riding.
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I have bar end shifters so I don't think that will work. I'll check to see if they have one that mounts to the bars.

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I have this one and it works great!

https://www.cyclocamping.com/proddeta...35_a_7cGOTULBM
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Thank You!
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Mirrycle mirrors are the best IMO. You could mount a standard Mountain Mirrycle on your bar end or one of the "Evo" variants that Calhoun Cycle sells further up on your handlebars.
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Originally Posted by GeorgePaul
Mirrycle mirrors are the best IMO. You could mount a standard Mountain Mirrycle on your bar end or one of the "Evo" variants that Calhoun Cycle sells further up on your handlebars.


Is that a Mirrycle mirror**********
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Try a Zefal Spy mirror ?
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I like this one the best of all I've tried https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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I like this one the best of all I've tried https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Yeah, that's the same one I suggested. Great mirror.
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I use a Cycleaware mirror that clips on my glasses.

I've tried several. One that glued to my helmet was too shaky. One that clipped to my helmet, wouldn't- the helmet shape is tapered wrong where it needs to clip on. With the Cycleaware, I put a loose rubber band around it so it can't be completely dislodged from my glasses if I knock it loose. The riders I know use several different kinds, it's not like everyone likes the same one.
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Originally Posted by Wanderer
Is that a Mirrycle mirror**********
Yes.
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The Mirrycle STI-mounted mirror is THE best, IMHO. It stays put, and allows a great view in all positions.

https://www.amazon.com/Mirrycle-Road-...words=mirrycle
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Originally Posted by GeorgePaul
Yes.
I see a Trekking Bar in my future....... Not being able to mount a Mirrycle, was the only thing holding me back........................
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Originally Posted by SolitaryRider
The Mirrycle STI-mounted mirror is THE best, IMHO. It stays put, and allows a great view in all positions.

https://www.amazon.com/Mirrycle-Road-...words=mirrycle
I've got different mirrors on different bikes and my favorite is the STI Mirrycle mounted on a Shimano 105. For me, any mirror is better than no mirror.
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