Originally Posted by
Maelochs
In any case, I find a flashing front light irritating in the dark, because it causes my eyes to have to constantly readjust .... even when paired with a steady beam.
Yes, this is true if it really is dark. Most of my commute is on roads that are sufficiently well lit that this isn't an issue for me. But, certainly, if I ride on poorly lit or unlit roads for any length of time I would have to turn the flash off as it can become quite disorientating.