Originally Posted by
goldcoastjon
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.
I currently have 3 lights up front-
1. the main light is the subject of this thread
2. A "marker" on the left side of the fork set to flash (a little light which runs on 2 CR2032 batts)
3. Another identical marker on the right side of the fork, usually not flashing
I don't have a headlamp but I do have a little red flashing light on the back of my helmet as well as a red flashing tail light on the back of my tool bag under my saddle