what type of mirror to use?
#26
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From: Retired to Penang Malaysia originally from UK
Bikes: My 1978 Raleigh from new, 1995 Trek, & constant changing & rebuilding of other bike projects.
I user the Zefal Mirror Spin. very inexpensive, and love it. takes some getting used too, but very versatile.
https://www.amazon.com/Zefal-96018-Mi...icycle+mirrors
https://www.amazon.com/Zefal-96018-Mi...icycle+mirrors
#27
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I was surprised to find it in the mail today! I rode with it over to the Bike Shack (a local co-op where I volunteer. It works well but I think I would have preferred the larger version. I wear it on the back of my hand, and with my hands on the sides of the drop bars I can easily move my hand enough to see what is going on behind me. If I put my hands on the crossbar part, the mirror points the wrong way.
I do not want to suggest that this means the mirror would work only if you keep your hands on the sides of the bar. The mirror is very adjustable for both angle and direction, and I am sure it could be set to work with just about any bar set up.
I should say say that the mirror did not change its setting as I rode. Seemed to be a pretty solid piece.
I do not want to suggest that this means the mirror would work only if you keep your hands on the sides of the bar. The mirror is very adjustable for both angle and direction, and I am sure it could be set to work with just about any bar set up.
I should say say that the mirror did not change its setting as I rode. Seemed to be a pretty solid piece.
#29
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Although the the mirror may be designed for arms, I wore it on the back of my hand. It's easier to "adjust" on the go that way. Wrists are pretty flexible!
#30
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I used a similar wrist/arm band mirror years ago. Worked great. I could redirect the mirror pretty easily, especially on the wrist just by flexing the wrist a bit. At the time I seldom wore a helmet so helmet mounted mirrors were out. I'd consider a helmet mounted mirror these days since I usually wear a helmet. But for now I'm satisfied with the Mirrycle handlebar mounted mirror.
#31
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From: BC West Coast
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Another Mirrycle user here too. I have tried several types of mirrors and this is the one I settled on. Sturdy, versatile, and really easy to use.
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#32
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From: 961' 42.28° N, 83.78° W (A2)
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How stable is the image with these bar-end mirrors? I always envisioned [pun intended] it would not be very good with the bike transmitting vibrations and all and we don't have the smoothest roads around here.
#33
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I've used helmet mirrors but I must admit I was always knocking them when I took the helmet off or looking close at something, & forever adjusting them on the road or trail. Basically the surface on the helmet mirror base requires a flat surface, but helmets are not flat. ...
My big question - why don't the helmet guys and mirror guys adopt a standard so one bracket will fit any visor? My simple little $3 bracket (if it were mass produced) is radically better than what is out there and brain dead simple. (I am not willing to do this, I have emptied my pockets once already pursuing a patent. My life is too short.)
Ben
#34
I've tried 'em all.
I like the helmet mirror best.
The Hubbub is my fave, with the shorter extension and big mirror surface (larger field of view yet less obtrusive). Plus it is very adjustable and holds the adjustment. Also easy to switch it between helmets (if you replace one).
Ride safe.
-NJg
I like the helmet mirror best.
The Hubbub is my fave, with the shorter extension and big mirror surface (larger field of view yet less obtrusive). Plus it is very adjustable and holds the adjustment. Also easy to switch it between helmets (if you replace one).
Ride safe.
-NJg
#35
Billd76
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From: South west Florida
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I use the cat eye, works good on hybrids too. https://www.amazon.com/CatEye-Road-Bi...886983&sr=1-21
#36
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#37
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only if you don't have bar end shifters. I prefer Take a look. Then I have the same mirror on the tandem, on touring bike, on the mountain bike, on what ever bike I rent when I go out of town. Easy to switch from sunglasses to clear sense glasses when it rains or is cloudy.







