Originally Posted by
Barrettscv
I'm using a CygoLite Nite Rover NiMH XTRA Headlight 16 Watt Halogen on the front, this is a dual light system, one bulb & reflector provides a wide beam, mostly to be seen, the second bulb & reflector provides a more focused projection. Visibility of the ground is good up to about 17 mph. I may add another light on the front to provide stronger projection further forward.
I'm also using a Planet Bike LED on the back. I've been riding bike paths at night and enjoy it.
Michael
I'd add a blinkie up front too. I think the adage of "one blinking light to be seen, one solid light so they can gauge your distance and speed" is a good one.
Also you really need more than one rear blinkie. I run two Superflashes, a Mars (2.0? not sure), and the Spok thing on my helmet. There are a lot of reasons why a blinkie can just fail, it is good to have them at different levels, and on your person and your bike (so if you get hit and are lying unconscious both you and your bike should be visible).