Originally Posted by
MarvelousMark
I also don't see the average cyclist or commuter need a 200 lumen light. I got a Cygolite Luxeon light (150 lumens, maybe), that is more than enough for anything, save maybe off-roading in the dark. The main thing you need for commuting is "be seen" visibility.
Huh? Not everyone gets to commute on well-lit urban roads.
I want to see Bambo the Deer, Rocky the suicide raccoon, Pete the bottomless pothole and all the rest of the goonies out there in the deep darkness that are waiting to ruin my day.