By Paul Smith HOT! great ventilation (23 vents) fits well good looking NOT! some creaks awkward adjustment mechanism Performance Bicycle http://www.performancebike.com/ https://amzn.to/2uqiAtA Cost: $120 MSRP ($80 retail) Source: online, Performance Bike retail How obtained: review sample RBR advertiser: no Tested: 20+ hours Thankfully, most cyclists wear a helmet these days. Prices range…
By Paul Smith HOT! Self-contained USB rechargeable Super-bright, wide beam NOT! Bright LEDs mean shorter running times Mount could be improved (new one available April 2012) Niterider http://www.niterider.com/ Cost: $150 MSRP ($110 online) Weight: 190 g How obtained: sample from company RBR advertiser: no Tested: 25+ hours Bike light technology continues to change…
By John Marsh, Editor & Publisher HOT! Noticeably light Sizing/retention system dials in snug fit Look, Ma – no bugs! Attractive, low-profile styling Favorable price for a lightweight lid NOT! Low profile means less ventilation Straps need readjusting if helmet moved on head www.albabici.com Cost: MSRP $99.99 Source: Retail, online How obtained: sample from company RBR advertiser: no…
By Laurel-Lea Shannon HOT! 18 air vents Light weight (12 oz) Easily adjusted with a dial-in micrometric disc Padded chin clasp Bug net Eyewear docking system NOT! Not all cyclists like to wear these types of colors. rudyprojectusa.com Cost: MSRP $254 Weight: Small/Medium: 12 oz / 349 grams; Large: 13 oz / 374 grams …
By Gary Coyne HOT! Very bright lights Rechargeable Lithium polymer batteries via USB Completely self-contained (no extra parts needed to use, mount, or plug in) Tool-less attachment for handlebars/rear posts and frames of 22-32mm Variety of flash patterns to better stand out 100% waterproof NOT! A bit heavier than other flashing lights (39g each) Size…
