Originally Posted by
JaccoW
The main reason for the German conclusion is that a blinking light is harder to keep track of and I agree with that. The best is a wide, multi-led, bar that is always on but most people don't want a 5 inch bar on the back of their bike for aesthetic reasons.
A blinking light can certainly draw attention but if you want to use those, combine an attention-drawing flash with a steady light.
But perhaps you like the idea of the
Lightskin seatpost light?
The best non-blinking tail light in my opinion is the Toplight Line Plus, which puts about a straight bar across the back of your rack. I've seen them while in my car, nearly as eye catching as a blinking light, and stands out as a bike and not a car.
Not sure about the lightskin light - in my limited personal experience a horizontal bar is eye catching more than a vertical bar. Not sure why, or if it's just me.
Lightskin light you linked to:
