Originally Posted by
Richard Cranium
After seeing another "best light for "x" dollars" posting - I have decided that at some point we could discuss what cyclists think of when talking about "all the lights" they need to be safe when out and about in any conditions.
I've posted "ultimate system" threads before - but this thread - I would just like to know what forum members think the "minimum light setup" for fool proof night riding should be.
It seems to me that no matter what devices you use - you need two for front lighting and two for tail lighting. And fine point to this "minimum" is four individual battery sources as well.
I know many would not agree, but just for kicks, shouldn't a good light system have a bar mounted as well as helmet mounted light? And shouldn't they use separate batteries?
And shouldn't you always have a "backup tail light", with a "backup" battery as well?
So if you happen to think this way, what kind of dollars are we talking for a "bike light" - now......?
You brilliant comments are requested.
Even though I don't have it, I like Light and Motions
Vis 360. It mounts to the helmet and has both a head and taillight that are controlled by one switch. It is USB rechargeable.
Next what I would like to see is something similar for the bike itself. Or maybe some way of turning the lights on with a single remote key fob.
Also maybe incorporating some sort of alarm system into the lighting system. I mean if we stop and think about it, either the head or taillight would be an ideal place to hide an alarm system.
Build it with rechargeable batteries, a charging port, key fob remote, 110 or better db siren, motion detector. Maybe an RFID tag reader.
Think about it, build an alarm with an RFID tag reader one could just about leave their bike unlocked, and anyone attempting to ride off without the RFID would set off the alarm. Or maybe some way to lock either the bottom bracket or rear hub so that it can't be ridden.
Of course along with the siren going off, that both the head and taillights should be programed to flash to attract attention.
SOrry, I know a little off topic, but if one stops and thinks about it, there is no reason for a lighting system to also serve as an alarm system as well.