Originally Posted by
Mike Mills
I only ride on paved, city streets. Overall, the road condition is quite good. There are street lights all along my routes but some are pretty weak and trees often cause large dark areas (shadows). I need a front and a rear light.
I want the lights so I will "be seen" not "to see".
The Mitycross 300 (or 350) sounds like a good option for you then. It has 3 different light levels so you can alter as conditions change, plus 300-350 lumens is still pretty good light to see by if needed. I would suggest you carry a backup light as well. Many riders opt for an inexpensive flashlight that runs on AA rechargeables. Many of these lights are bright enough to ride with no problem, they can be used anywhere and can be easily removed and carried in a pocket. Here's a couple of sources:
4Sevens
Surefire
If you are doing city riding, a good Planet Bike SuperFlash will do just fine, $20-$30 and available at many bike shops. I prefer to ride with two, one under the seat, the other lower down on the seat stay. Too many people out there distracted by cell phones, texting, etc. to take a chance on net being seen.