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Originally Posted by mulleady
I'm dropping my bike in for service next week and comtemplating a few small upgrades. One is a dynamo lighting set for my Downtube VIII H. I'm thinking of the more expensive front hub dynamo with standing lights vs a rear tyre driven one also with standing lights. What do people think of these options against each other and also compared to using normal battery lights?

Many thanks in advance.
I have been fine with a battery operated light. I keep a battery charger at work and at home. Cheap, simple and effective for the mostly lit trip back home.

Regarding the front dynamo hub, my understanding is that only certain models are designed for small wheels. You might want to double check before purchasing one.

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