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Old 11-19-01 | 06:59 AM
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MichaelW
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1) If you were to consider replacing your bikelight what features in a new bike light would you look for? Be specific if possible.

A better distribution of ilumination.
Better water-proofing
Easier bulb replacement.

2) What's the worst feature on the bike light you're currently using? Second worse?
Changing the bulb needs a very small screwdriver.

3) What's the best feature on the bike light you're currently using? Second Best?
It was free.
It can be mounted on the forks with a caliper brake.

4) Have you ever used a helmet mounted bike light? If so, do you like it? Why or why not?
Too much hastle to plug in for a short ride.
To vulnerable to drop damage.

5) When you use your bike to commute, do you leave your bike exposed to the elements (i.e. rain, sun, vagrants)? Do you leave your light on your bike? If so, has it been stolen? Do you fear it will get stolen?
Yes
My light is screwed to the frame and is not worth stealing.

6) Do you find your bike light to be effective in alerting drivers of your presence when you're on the road at night?
Yes

7) Do you find your bike light to be effective in appropriately lighting your path at night in order to allow you to bike at the same speed as you would during the day?
Yes

8) Rank the following bike light criteria in order of importance
2.Visibility to motorists
3.Theft proof
4.Satisfactory illumination of your path
1.Maintenance free(replacing/recharging batteries, replacing bulbs, broken mounts, ect...)
8.Appearance
7.Size (Compact vs. bulky)
5.Cost
6.Environmentally friendly(mostly the batteries)

9) What kind of bike light do you own (i.e. brand, model)? Would you recommend this light to a friend?
A home made system of Union dynamo lamp unit wired to a rechargeable lead-acid battery stuffed into a water bottle.
I would definately recomend this system. It is better, cheaper and more practical than any system I can find in the shops.
I would change the power unit to a Dynohub if I lived in a flatter town.
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