Originally Posted by
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Originally Posted by
prathmann
Was wondering why the flash mode is at reduced intensity. In bright daylight conditions it might be useful to have a very bright flashing mode.
Strobe function is mostly used as an non lethal weapon by police officers to be able to distract attackers.
Flash mode is less intense, but also decreases the ability of calculating your speed and position.
So instead of inceasing your safety, you put others and yourself in danger.
I own the Cateye Rapid X3 (TL-LD720-R) with 200lm red light. In steady full mode it is so bright during daylight, that it will blind everyone below 10 distance.
Imaging this would be a even more intense light with additional flash function, it would create an effect similar to a flashlight strobe.
In public road traffic use of such combination would be irresponsible.