General Cycling Discussion - Good mirror that wont move because of bumpy roads?

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slipknot0129
04-06-10, 08:31 PM
Is there any good mirrors for drop bar handles that wont move when im going fast and its bumpy? My bar end mirror keeps moving when I hit a bump. I would like something that will mount on sti shimano levers.

10 Wheels
04-06-10, 08:32 PM
No.....
c_m_shooter
04-07-10, 12:33 AM
http://www.motostrano.com/nabarendmi.html

Motorcycle bar end mirrors are much more robust than the bicycle mirrors. This particular model will pivot around to allow use in the end of a drop bar if you want.

Nevermind it doesn't pivot the way I seem to remember. Your best bet is a helmet or eyeglass mounted mirror.

Cosmoline
04-07-10, 12:51 AM
Just tape a tool mirror to the side of your helmet. I've been doing it for years, works fantastic.
martianone
04-07-10, 03:48 AM
Mirracycle MTN bar end works well -
nmbikeboy
04-07-10, 04:57 AM
I've had good luck with "The Italian Road Bike Mirror" available at Aspire Velotech. Just take the time to install it properly, once there it's there until you reinstall bar tape.
cyclezealot
04-07-10, 05:06 AM
Try Take a look style Mirror. Attaches to your sunglasses. Minimal vibration , maximum view..
wrafl
04-07-10, 08:36 AM
Helmet mount mirror is the way to go. Third Eye is a good brand and mounts on the visor, that is if you wear helmet with a visor. Got 2 helmet both equipped with helmet mirror. Forget the handle bar, they flex and move when you hit a bump.
xtrajack
04-10-10, 04:13 AM
Another vote for the helmet mounted, Take a Look mirror.
BarracksSi
04-10-10, 06:33 AM
Yet another vote for a helmet mirror -- I've had a Blackburn and a Third Eye Pro. Both work.

For Shimano STI levers, though, Mirrycle's got one specifically for them --
http://mirrycle.com/road_mirror.php

They have a matching bell for the other side, too:
http://mirrycle.com/road_bell.php
RonH
04-10-10, 07:40 AM
I say get a helmet mounted mirror. I've been using this style for 5+ years. Works great and doesn't move unless I bump it accidentally.
http://www.cycleaware.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=1&products_id=1
Randy Bosma
04-10-10, 07:54 AM
Mirracycle MTN bar end works well -


For Shimano STI levers, though, Mirrycle's got one specifically for them --
http://mirrycle.com/road_mirror.php

They have a matching bell for the other side, too:
http://mirrycle.com/road_bell.php

+1
Rock solid, and easily adjustable (really). Over 1000 miles now.
bikeideas
04-22-10, 05:09 AM
Try Take a look style Mirror. Attaches to your sunglasses. Minimal vibration , maximum view..

Another eyeglass-mount alternative is the MessengerMirror. Minimal obstruction.

You can pattern the design from the photo here or follow my signature link.

http://www.messengermirror.com/mmfullview.jpg