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Old 03-14-10 | 11:01 PM
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Ubiquitous headlight question

The snow has mostly melted and I dusted off my bike. I'm planning on getting back on the saddle this week. I really need to upgrade my lighting, though. Curious to hear what others think is the best bang for buck headlight on the market. Some information that may or may not be irrelevant:

1. I want a headlight to see on a bike trail through the woods at night with minimal to zero external lighting.

2. I need a minimum 2 hour run time, since my commute is 45 min to 1 hour each way. It is possible that each way will be in the dark.

3. Weatherproof or at least weather resistant lighting is required. I may be be caught riding in the rain.

4. I'm not averse to spending $250 or so, maybe even more. I've come to the realization that I can no longer be a cheapskate with my lights. Last fall, I could barely see the trail with my homemade flashlight/handlebar mount combo. I nearly collided with a pedestrian (and nearly crapped in my pants) on a cloudy night coming home. It is scary not seeing people, animals, and trail debris until it is almost too late to avoid hitting or running over something.

I'm considering the Cygolite Mitycross 350. Any other suggestions?
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