Buying Advice | Buying Bike Lights
Bike lights are essential when cycling between dusk and dawn. There are a variety a bike lights available and the right one for you will depend on where, time, and style of riding you are planning on doing. Factors you should consider are;
- Do I need lights so I can be seen?
- Do I need lights to so that I can see?
Where Will I Be Riding?
| Area | Light type | Reasons |
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Residential areas |
Flashing front and rear lights |
Street lights generally shine enough light to allow you to see where you are going and any potential hazards on the road. |
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Off road or where there are no street lights |
Powerful lights which lights up the road in front of you |
If you are mountain biking at night or road riding in areas without street lights you will require a more powerful light which lights up the road in front of you. |
What Lights Will I Need?
| Type | Objective | Characteristics |
|---|---|---|
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LED Lights |
To be seen |
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Halogen Lights (High Power Battery) |
To see |
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Dynamo Lights |
To see |
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Bike lighting technology is continually upgrading. New lighting options are continually released to the market, including hybrid options which fall in between the above categories. When buying lights confirm the functionality you require, checking that the lights caters to your requirements, and are within your budget.
