Bicycle Mirror Options
 

I have been using a 3rd eye mirror attached to my goggles for 20 years. I am looking for alternatives. I attached my Third Eye to my Trek Interval 2 helmet visor and liked the position. It is not designed to attach there and will not stay unless I attach it more securely with something.

Has anyone seen or used this model? Seems expensive but would be worth it if it works well.
http://www.bike-eye.co.uk/

The Take-A-Look Mirror looks good. Has anyone used the helmet adapter?

What helmet attached mirrors are recommended?

One more question - I rode in cold weather with a head band and could not put my third eye on my glasses frame. I was in a hurry and decided not to experiment. Can I attach my third eye to my headband?

I used the helmet adapter for the take-a-look mirror and I also tried it clipped on my glasses. Both gave me the field of view I wanted, but I much prefer the mirror on my glasses. Even though I never had a problem with the helmet adapter, the mirror just feels more secure on my glasses.

Me too. I tried the helmet adapter but the mirror would sometimes shake loose while I was crossing a railroad track or something like that. I don't have that issue using the eyeglass mount. I really like it because I can move my head slightly to focus the mirror exactly where I want.

The mirror you're looking at only seems to work when your leg is in a certain position. Since your leg is one of the few things that is almost constantly in motion I don't see how the mirror can be very effective.

yeah, I think you would have to pedal with your knees splayed out. Plus you have to look DOWN to see it, taking your eyes off the road in front of you.

That's what I thought, too. I was just kind of intriqued by the concept and the fact that it was "designed by cyclists for cyclists". I was hoping for someone with actual experience. It does not look like it is being marketed in the U.S. yet.

Yeah I can't see how this thing would work.

I really wish someone would come out with a decent on the bike mirror. I like the Blackburn mirror that mounts on the hoods. It is up nice and high and it is out of the way. The only problem is the adjuster stinks. It is just a simple plastic ball and socket joint that gets out of adjustment easily.

I used the helmet mounted mirror for years and was never happy. I switched to the third eye which attaches to my glasses and it works fairly well. Much less vibration.

I just saw this mirror a couple of hours ago. Anybody had experience with these. I have seen lights that fit here, but no mirror.

I use a bar end mirror now but not nearly as small, but the positioning is easy to use. This one will be a winter purchase for me for sure.Also, for mirrors, maximum ocp points.

http://www.cycleaware.com/products/reflex.php

http://www.cycleaware.com/images-pro...lex-motion.gif

Dekindy I also have a mirror similiar to that one and it is made by Sprintech but it is also larger and swivels, the mirror has a the socket I think, and the the part that mounts into the bar end has a ball or vice versa. They work pretty well and are easily adjusted, because of the semi covex shape of the mirror objects (ie) other riders and cars are closer than they appear and that takes a little gettin used to otherwise its great.

Those bike-eye type mirrors are nothing new and never got popular. LBS I go to use to sell them but said half the time your only getting a great view of your own crotch, lol......:eek:

one of the guys i ride with uses the Italian Bike Mirror, that someone else posted the link to, and he loves it. i was actually going to pick one up this week, on e-bay, considering the inexpensive price and easy install.

http://search.ebay.com/search/search...AD+BIKE+MIRROR

the LBS by me sells the larger one, which is 2 pieces, and much larger. they also recommended the Italian one though, over the one they sell, and they said it was much better too...

I have one of these...it is excellent when it is positioned right. It is hard to get positioned as it is mounted underneath the tape. It is super streamlined however and I don't notice it's even there until I need it to be there. Still not a substitute for the old fashioned turning of the head.

I use the 3rd Eye that's designed to attach to a one-piece helmet. I like knowing that the mirror is always there and always positioned. One thing to watch out for, tho: mine came with attaching adhesive that wasn't. I called the company and was sent a new sheet of adhesive pads gratis.

I have 3 sets of the Sprintech Bar-End Mirrors. You can get them at BikeTiresDirect.com for $26.95 a set. They replace the bar end plugs, swivel and are easy to install & adjust. One of my bikes has the drops pointed down & on this set I put electircal tape on to hold the mirrors in place. The other two bikes are fine. I would suggest the double set. The right hand mirror is very helpful for seeing other cyclists passing on the right and giving a second angle of sight behind you.

+1

I have tried the Aspire bar end mirror and it was crap. On my first ride the mirror fell out and broke on the pavement from ordinary vibration. They sent me another mirror and, I glued it in place. However, the viewability is not that good at all. Difficult to adjust and, you end up spending more time looking down trying to make heads and tails about what is behind you. Then you hit a pot hole and, well we all know how those feel.

Forget the bar end mirror, go with the Take-a-look. Not perfect but, it's much easier mirror to glance at and see what is behind you.

Just mounted my Aspire today
 

It is the shiznitz..... I mounted on left side of handle bars and took spin around Dulles Airport.
A couple of minor adjustments to raise it so the centre was at the horizon line and all I need is
a short glance down and W O W !!
Clear, non vibrating, excellent view of vehicles coming up behind.

http://www.aspirevelotech.com/Mercha...ry_Code=MIRROR

http://www.cd-project.com/Inglese/sp.../sprintech.htm

I just watched the video and was impressed. I think I will try a pair. Thanks!

Probably will get a "Take A Look Mirror" also. I think I will try these first though. Do you use anything in addition to the Sprintech? Can you use them while riding in the drops?

I am not sure I understand the difference, other than the obvious that the Sprintech has two mirrors instead of the Italian Bike Mirrors one. Why is the single Italian Bike Mirror better?

Several people in my group ride use the Sprintech and are happy with them. So mych so, that I am considering a purchase.

The Italian Road Bike Mirror

Special road bike specific convex mirror design

Optical quality glass mirror, not plastic

Doesn't vibrate like mirrors that stick out

Stays in position... this is important!

No front blind spot like helmet mirrors

In the absence of an alternative, helmet mirrors are definitely better than no mirror at all. The idea is great, but on the road, they only function well when your head is in a particular position. Whatever position you last aimed the mirror in, that's the position you must have your head in order to see behind your bike. They do let you see behind your head, but in the fast pace of the road, finding that correct position to see behind your bike usually takes more time than you have