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Old 03-21-05 | 10:59 AM
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Originally Posted by ruchai
I use mirrors on my bikes for many years and will not ride a bike without a mirror. A few years ago I found out about Z'efal mirror and now I shall never ride a bike without Z'efal Cyclop mirror.


That's the mirror I use on my road bike as I have STI's I just love the thing, no bounce. Unfortunatly I cannot use it on my touring bike as I have bar end shifters.

On my touring bike I have on of those lever mount mirrors, you know, the kind that mounts on your brake lever and attaches with a velcro strap...? However, I have not mounted it there, but rather on the handlebar just behind the drops. I can't put my hands there because of the mirror but I never do anyhow. I have found this takes alot of the bounce out of the mirror, especially if you use electrical tape to mount it.

Wouldn't ride without a mirror, nor would I change lanes without a glance over my shoulder. I use the mirror as an early warning system, especially for the damn kids in case they have a 2x4 stiking out of the car, I can either duck or ride off the road.

Just because I am paranoid doesn't mean they are not out to get me.

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