Originally Posted by
JohnJ80
Point here is that it isn't what it's claimed to be. You can't compare this Solarstorm light to the Lupine lights that are noted for accurate specifications, high reliability and safety. All of those things cost money. What you bought is not a 5000 lumen light for 20 pounds.
I would also be concerned about the relative safety of their battery packs. There are other brand name cheap lots that don't have that sort of a reputation. Do note too, that Magicshine - one of the first Chinese lights - put a US online retailer/distributor (Geoman) out of business over safety issues with batteries that caught fire. Magic shine then pulled back to Chinese protection and forced the retailer to do the safety recall, which put them out of business.
J.
well, like I said, it is super bright on the low setting, and has lasted me through winter (and I use it daily for 5 days running per week) .... it has not burnt my house down or melted in my pocket and has switched on every time.
battery lasts me 3 days before I need to re-charge. (approx 2hrs 10 min ride time)... it still has charge after 3 days, but I re-charge the battery. I use it on the headband and it has not fried my brain
so, if it does blow up next year, I will just buy another Solar Storm.... it's a bargain at £16 and I have not seen any head light with this power for the same price. People who have bought this Solar Storm off ebay give positive remarks/feedback