Planet Bike Alias HID?
10-05-06, 10:24 AM
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Planet Bike Alias HID?
Does anyone have stories to share about the Planet Bike Alias HID light? I have found some information already about the Planet Bike Alias halogen light, but I am interested in the HID version and would appreciate input from people who are familiar with it. In particular, I would like to know:
- Is its 10W bulb bright enough to jolt motorists into showing respect, as other HID lights supposedly do?
- Is it convenient to detach the light from handlebars when the bike is parked in a high-crime area? The light's cordless design and quick-release mount lead me to suspect that it is, but knowledgeable reports would be appreciated.
10-18-08, 10:49 AM
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I know this is an old thread, but I thought other commuters might benefit from the Planet Bike Alias HID. I've got one and it's bright, wireless, got a 2 1/2 hour run time on high, and is easy to quickly attach/detach. For road riding, the clamp holds the light secure on the bar.
More info: https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...hid+alias+bike
More info: https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...hid+alias+bike
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10-18-08, 11:33 AM
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Don't have one. But I've thought about getting one (especially after seeing their light comparo on the PB site).
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I think 10 watts is pretty much the standard HID. I have a Trailtech light, it's a 10 watt bulb (it says 13 watts, but apparently 3 of that gets burned by the circuitry). Yeah, it's bright. But it's not really all that much brighter than a 20W halogen at 14.4v. The self-contained bit is nice of course, but for myself I started with a batteryspace 14.4v bottle battery and a 20w halogen. I've been running with the HID for about 3 years now, but when it dies I'm just going to put a halogen back on.
I have a $25 2xAA LED flashlight from dealextreme which makes a great backup light. I've actually done my whole pitch black commute with it several times, but I prefer something a bit brighter for regular use.
I have a $25 2xAA LED flashlight from dealextreme which makes a great backup light. I've actually done my whole pitch black commute with it several times, but I prefer something a bit brighter for regular use.
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I have 2 of the Alias lights on my bike. They are ok. The halogen they use is
a little bluish and perhaps less effective than some. Been think of getting a LED light to add to the mix.
a little bluish and perhaps less effective than some. Been think of getting a LED light to add to the mix.
