Thread: Best Bike Lighting/Reflection for Night Riding in NYC
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Old 06-29-10 | 11:12 AM
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I would probably go with something like:
  • A magic-shine headlight on the handlebars (see electronics forum here).
  • A 200 lumen flash light strapped to my helmet (point it at driver's faces coming from the side).
  • A couple of superflash tail lights (one on your bag, one on your belt)(electronic forums again).
  • A couple of pairs of reflective ankle bracelets (ankles, and wrists for making turn signals).
  • Either a reflective vest or harness.

I'm also a big fan of doing things like getting bike bags and panniers that have big sections of reflective tape on them, applying more reflective tape to the back and sides of your helmet and cycling shoes, etc.

Reflective tape on your ankles and shoes are really great, because people naturally notice flashy things that move around. Movement catches their eye more than bright lights or flashing.
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