Originally Posted by
davei1980
It's dark on my commute both directions so I rely heavily on my headlight this time of year.
Most of my commute is on a dedicated bike lane next to a two-lane road. When it's really dark, the headlights from oncoming traffic wash out my headlight and I can't see anything until they pass. There are very few street lights to mitigate this problem.
Any suggestions?
First, remember that at least half the function of your front lights is to make YOU visible to oncoming traffic.
Do you use a bright flashing white light up front in addition to your (steady) headlight?
How bright is your current steady headlamp?
(Is it bright enough? I recommend a 500 lumens or brighter front lamp.)
Is your current headlight fixed on your bike and pointed down towards the pavenment in front of you?
Do you use a helmet-mounted headlamp in addition to a fixed headlight on your bike?
You may need up to three front lights: 1) a flashing bright light to indicate your presence to other road users, 2) a fixed headlight on you bike that illuminates he roadway,
and 3) a headlamp that will light up other areas such obstacles or where you are going after a turn.