Old 12-16-12 | 09:21 AM
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Originally Posted by no motor?
200 lumens is not too bright. That's just getting started.
Agreed.

My vision doesn't get any better because I'm riding a bike. Why should I use less light than a car?

Car turn signals and parking lights seem to be more than 200 lumens these days, and no one advises cars to turn off their headlights.

So yes, I think there is a double-standard.
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