Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets - Stella bike lights

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kjc9640

08-28-09, 06:16 PM

I am looking to purchase two (2) 120 lumens Stella lights from Motion Lights. Cost is about $129.00 each. Does any one have any reviews on these lights. I did a search but nothing poped up. Any input that you might have would be helpful. Thanks.
:cheers:

ellerbro

08-28-09, 11:05 PM

Never used them but have you considered the Stella 300 Dual (http://www.bikelights.com/info.asp?uid=328&p=13)? Slightly more expensive but more lumens, lighter overall weight, longer runtime.

It's hard to recommend other lights without knowing what kind of riding you do. There are many other options that are cheaper and more lumens if you're not stuck on Light & Motion gear. If you're interested search the posts a bit or ask.

bullschuck

08-31-09, 11:48 AM

kjc9640

08-31-09, 01:08 PM

Gear review includes them in their 2009 LED Bike Light review.

http://www.gearreview.com/LEDs09_intro.php

I noticed that they mentioned the Stella 120 has an overnight charger and no indicator of when it's full or when it's about to be empty. Just my 2 pennies but that's a deal breaker for me, even at that price point.

bullschuck, thanks for the link. I think you are correct about the no indicator light for battery strength being a deal breaker.
:cheers:

GeorgePaul

09-22-09, 01:30 AM

I noticed that they mentioned the Stella 120 has an overnight charger and no indicator of when it's full or when it's about to be empty.
Yes, it has a trickle charger, but I still love mine. BTW, L&M does sell a Multi-Chem Turbo Charger that will turn off when the battery is charged.