|   best helmet mount light for the $$$? | head
Sep 27, 2001 5:01 AM | | who makes the best helmet mounted light that won't require a second mortgage? i plan on buying a bar mounted light to compliment the helmet mount eventualy but i need something on my head first. i can put the battery pack in my camelback so the weight isn't that big of a deal (it doesn't need to be comfy in a jersey pocket). i just want something reliable that provides good light.
suggestions?
thank you,
head mcm#500 |
| How many $$$ ? | OldSchool
Sep 27, 2001 6:21 AM | | I just bought a light. So, I've recently researched the different offerings. Tell me how much do you want to, and I'll let you my two cents.
Tim |
| the less the better.... | head
Sep 27, 2001 6:30 AM | | ...i guess i'd like to stay under $150. i'm not looking for the cheapest out there because i don't want something that's going to fall apart and frustrate me. i'll pay a little extra to get something good, but i'm not going to go out and buy a digital headtrip 2 or something like that.
word,
head mcm#500 |
| the less the better.... | OldSchool
Sep 27, 2001 7:44 AM | | BikerBob has some deals. Check out:
http://www.bikerbob.com/aspcart45/default.asp
I notice that the NiteRider Headtrip is at ~$120. It's only 10W which may not be sufficient for some trail sections though. I also believe that Performance gets their "brand" lights from Marwi.
Good luck. I've just started night riding. It's a blast. I can't believe I waited this long to get into it.
Cheers,
Tim |
| the less the better.... | Doug
Sep 27, 2001 9:52 AM | | Sierra trading post has a dual beam, NiMH battery, system on sale for $75. Not sure about the quality, but the technology and price are good. |
| re: best helmet mount light for the $$$? | Charles Coker
Sep 27, 2001 7:11 AM | | Jet Designs makes really good stuff
you can get the 12w helmet mount for around 160 delivered
13v battery, LOTS of light, simple, light, durable with great customer service
Charles
hammerheadbikes |
| BLT Blitz | Kleinadian
Sep 27, 2001 7:13 AM | | The BLT Blitz is a great light for the cash. I used it at the last Harwood 24 hour, and passed 50 to 100 people or more on my night lap.
I nightride often, and it's all you need. Not even a barmount.
It comes with a 15W bulb. I use a 10W bulb to extend the life, or for winter use such as biking or XC skiing. |
| I like the BLT units as well | Gorilla Biscuits
Sep 27, 2001 7:40 AM | | I use a BLT Terminator. Same light as the Blitz but has a lighter bettery pack. One light is all you need, lots of light output, nice and white with the 15w bulb. Battery lasts aboot 90 mins on a full charge, will go longer with the 10w bulb. Good value for the money, I got my Terminator for $150 CDN on sale. That translates to approx $100 US depending where you are. |
| re: best helmet mount light for the $$$? | Bonee
Sep 27, 2001 8:09 AM | | I just started night riding myself too. Here is what I have found.
- At first I bought a Marwi Pro Elite dual bar light with 15w and 20w lights. Cost of about $180 including delivery charge. Quite honestly, the dual light is overkill. I notice very little difference with both lights on. Yet, I feel OK about having the dual as they are very light in weight, and if one light blows on the trail I have a back-up.
- At 15w, the Pro Elite gives 3.2 hours of burn time.
- The bar lights are fine by themselves for road riding.
- For MTB, you'll want a helmet light too. I haven't bought one yet due to my own indecision, but I know I want one. I didn't think it would be a big deal, but with all the light going in the direction of your bars, it gets a little freaky and hairy in more technical sections.
I am torn between two headlights (after much research).
- Marwi Elite. It is a 12w light with 2 hours burn time. My concern with this is the burn time. I might like some more felxibility in my riding time. But at $100 this is a great deal.
- Light and Motion Cabeza Logic. Pricey at $200 ($250 with quick Charger). However, it has three settings at 7w-4.4 hour burn, 10w 2.8 hour burn, or 13w 2 hour burn. Plus the beam can be adjusted to flood or spot. With my bar lights, I would only need the 7w most of the time to help out. Plus, if you get a flat, you'll only need a dim light to change the tube.
Sorry for the long post, it is a complex, personal choice. Right now I am leaning towards the Cabez Logic. The Marwi is excellent by all means for the price, but I like the flexibility of teh Cabeza.
marwiusa.com (buy at bikerbob.com)
bikelights.com (unsure where I will buy at. Coloradocyclist.com has the standard version for $200, or the turbo charger for $250). I doubt I will get the turbo charger. I can wait 12 hours between rides. |
| Performance Viewpoint.... | JD
Sep 27, 2001 8:22 AM | | they are cheap and the warrenty is unbeatable. They don't have the multiple settings the Digital stuff does, but I've used his Veiwpoints and didn't feel like I was missing anything. Oh yeah he got the helmet light on sale for $79.99. If "ANYTHING" goes wrong(even if you just aren't satisfied) you can send them back. |
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