Winter Cycling - Sources for reflective stuff?

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hvannes
09-30-08, 11:39 PM
I have a hard time locating a store with a really good selection in reflective wear. Specifically I'm looking for something to put on my backpack as a vest will only cover my front.

A screaming yellow helmet cover would be nice too, but they seem to be sold out everywhere.

I'm not afraid of the Fred factor.


Hans

GTALuigi
09-30-08, 11:52 PM
i bough mine from wiggle uk
really nice selection, and good prices
relatively fast shipping.
mechBgon
10-02-08, 12:06 AM
I have a hard time locating a store with a really good selection in reflective wear. Specifically I'm looking for something to put on my backpack as a vest will only cover my front.

A screaming yellow helmet cover would be nice too, but they seem to be sold out everywhere.

I'm not afraid of the Fred factor.


Hans

If you would be interested in sew-on or iron-on reflective tape, you could ask Identi-Tape if they ship internationally: http://identi-tape.com/contact.html

The 3M SOLAS (Safety Of Life At Sea) sew-on tape (http://identi-tape.com/solas.html) has a good reputation, and will reflect strongly even when wet. SOLAS is designed for long-range reflection in marine rescue situations. Other reflective tapes they carry (http://identi-tape.com/reflective_gateway.htm)

Adam Popper
10-08-08, 11:39 AM
Hans,

My friend makes these great helmet cozies for keeping warm in winter, and a lot of them have reflective strips on them. On of my friends had a reflective robot sewn on (he loves robots). I think the custom design part might interest you.

Take a look: www.helmetcozy.com

Cheers,

A
mwmcginn
10-09-08, 08:13 AM
Neither are bike specific, but...

http://www.tuffrhino.com/?Click=20&gclid=CMOhj4-qmpYCFQOeFQodK3Gd6w

www.alertshirt.com (http://www.alertshirt.com)
Loren3
10-17-08, 01:25 PM
I love the backpack I got from this guy:

http://www.icu-ucme.com/shop1.php
cachehiker
10-17-08, 01:51 PM
If you would be interested in sew-on or iron-on reflective tape, you could ask Identi-Tape if they ship internationally: http://identi-tape.com/contact.html

+1.

And learn to sew.

Old straight plus zig zag sewing machines are dirt cheap. No more problems finding exactly what your looking for. Add/remove hooks, loops, straps, pockets, and reflective tape to whatever you want. I'm currently making a simple trunk bag custom sized to fit my Nashbar mini front rack.
Editz
10-17-08, 06:44 PM
Might try these for helmet covers:

http://www.illuminite.com/Catalog/Cycling/707785.htm

http://catoregon.qwestoffice.net/catstore.htm
AEO
10-17-08, 06:56 PM
these guys carry a wide selection too: http://www.reflectivelyyours.com/