Originally Posted by LittleBigMan
Sorry to jump in out of nowhere, but I am excited about my new "geek project."
I've been using a power-saving bulb that uses 20W but shines closer to a 35W. I just got a new power-saving bulb, only this one uses 35W but shines like a 50W.
I also just got a new blinkie. My old one is a xenon stobe rated at one hundred thousand candlepower. The new one is rated at one million!
None of this is necessary, I know. But the sickness has truly taken me over...
I compared the two xenon blinkies, and I think I've found the ideal "daytime blinkie." I can't wait to test the run time on the 50W equivalent headlight. I'll post about it when I get the results.
Don't apologize, evolving light projects is what this thread is all about. Today was my first ride with the Phillips power saver spot bulb (20W). With this bulb I will have tried absolutely every bulb that is out there I am interested in trying. I am thinking on taking all the bulbs I have and my digital camera and take pics of the different bulbs in action. Similar to what was done in the "light selection guide" thread. It would save people some time and money to be able to see the different bulbs angles and power draw options.
Btw, my new tail-light to replace my All Electronic's strobe will be a Cat Eye LD1000. Decided on it over the Lightman strobe mostly based on power consumption and the fact that I only need moderate blinkie power because most of my commute is on bike paths. The Cat Eye should cove rmy needs well enough.