How Many Tail Lights
09-10-13, 02:12 PM
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How Many Tail Lights
How many Tail Lights should one have on the rear of their bicycle? I've heard all sorts of answers to this question but I throw it out to the list if there is a proper number to have. If one were to practice redundancy, then several would be the answer in case one or more fail during your journey. So how many do you have on your bicycle?
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There is no "proper number" - totally up to individual predilection! Except that some places have an ordinance that you must have at least one, or at least a reflector.
In contrast with 10 Wheels I only have a single tail-light, actually an LED clearance light rigged as a brake light.
In contrast with 10 Wheels I only have a single tail-light, actually an LED clearance light rigged as a brake light.
09-10-13, 02:27 PM
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Depends on where you live .. Hub Dynamo powered B&M 2LED Toplight Line Plus
is enough for me where I Live..
have had a 4D senso, now senso plus, on another bike for years..
2AA power the light , in senso mode , and shut off after 4min.
the line tech one is smaller and flatter but still it lights up the whole surface.
capacitor keeps the light on when stopped .
is enough for me where I Live..
have had a 4D senso, now senso plus, on another bike for years..
2AA power the light , in senso mode , and shut off after 4min.
the line tech one is smaller and flatter but still it lights up the whole surface.
capacitor keeps the light on when stopped .
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I run three. Two on the bike and one on the helmet.
I wouldn't be so presumptuous to say everyone should have three, but I like having redundancy.
The law only requires rear reflectors here.
I wouldn't be so presumptuous to say everyone should have three, but I like having redundancy.
The law only requires rear reflectors here.
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I will echo "there is no set requirement", but will add the amendment to that you need at least 1 (after sunset).
This site gives a good idea of the UK rules - https://ukcyclerules.com/2010/11/08/b...rs-the-basics/
Personally, I like to have more than 1.
On my bike, at the rear, I have 1 static light mounted on my rear rack, and 2 blinkies (mounted at the rear axle, 1 on each side).
I also have a little blinky in the pedals as well.
This site gives a good idea of the UK rules - https://ukcyclerules.com/2010/11/08/b...rs-the-basics/
Personally, I like to have more than 1.
On my bike, at the rear, I have 1 static light mounted on my rear rack, and 2 blinkies (mounted at the rear axle, 1 on each side).
I also have a little blinky in the pedals as well.
09-10-13, 02:43 PM
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On my bikes, I have one.......CatEye Rapid 5. They have never failed to worry with another.
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I have four- two on the seat post and two on the rack. Not all are on at once, unless I'm in traffic and it's foggy/rainy/snowing.
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How many Tail Lights should one have on the rear of their bicycle? I've heard all sorts of answers to this question but I throw it out to the list if there is a proper number to have. If one were to practice redundancy, then several would be the answer in case one or more fail during your journey. So how many do you have on your bicycle?
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My main tail light is on the helmet (Knog V4 Blinder, 4 LEDs and very bright). I also have a couple coin-cell blinkies on the saddlebag flap, as backup. Oh, I also have some Trax bar-end lights, but I don't think they are all that effective as tail lights.
On the rear, reflective is as important as lighting, because the car's headlights are more powerful than bike tail lights. I save most of my lighting efforts for the front.
On the rear, reflective is as important as lighting, because the car's headlights are more powerful than bike tail lights. I save most of my lighting efforts for the front.
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I have been riding century's at night to beat the daytime heat.
Thought I would have fun with the lights.
One Dinotte is really all you need.
I use one for day Safety.
Thought I would have fun with the lights.
One Dinotte is really all you need.
I use one for day Safety.
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One really bright one if it's daytime. Two at night, because one can fail. I don't use anything less than 30 lumens. What I have in the stable now is a Magicshine, a Serfas Shield, a Knog Blinder 4V and a Cygolite Hotshot.
I have some PBSFs around but they're too wimpy. I might throw them on my helmet as a 3rd, maybe, if I am in the mood.
I have some PBSFs around but they're too wimpy. I might throw them on my helmet as a 3rd, maybe, if I am in the mood.
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Two usually. One on the bike and one on the pack.
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The same can be true of blinkies or mixed lights, but is easier with 2 static lights.
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I like a few different lights and reflectors on the rear. I run pedal reflectors as well as a reflector on the rack and the bags. Plus I have a blinkie on the seat post and my meesenger bag (which also have reflective material. I think I'm getting one for my helmet as well (why the heck not).
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My main tail light is on the helmet (Knog V4 Blinder, 4 LEDs and very bright). I also have a couple coin-cell blinkies on the saddlebag flap, as backup. Oh, I also have some Trax bar-end lights, but I don't think they are all that effective as tail lights.
On the rear, reflective is as important as lighting, because the car's headlights are more powerful than bike tail lights. I save most of my lighting efforts for the front.
On the rear, reflective is as important as lighting, because the car's headlights are more powerful than bike tail lights. I save most of my lighting efforts for the front.
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Sure does, I had a cop stop me a few years ago to tell me he could see my single red 3-LED blinkie light over a mile away. He then asked where I bought it as he wanted to get one for his daughter's bike.
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I use three, along with some reflective tape. I've also had a cop tell me how he could see me from a mile away
