Days are getting shorter and you might just find yourself out on the road or trails running out of light. Not to worry, Planet Bike has some simple, affordable, and easy to use solutions. The BLAZE 2 has benefits of some of the uber expensive bulkier high tech head lights, but it's affordable and easy to use. You don't need an elaborate system to attach it to your bike and you don't need to plug into an outlet at home. It just takes two easily attainable AA batteries for which you can use rechargeable varieties.
The Blaze 2 helps make you more visible as well as lights your path. The light has three settings, high, low and flashing. The flashing mode will get you noticed in traffic, I've heard about cars pulling to the side thinking the cyclist with the flashing light is actually an emergency vehicle. I might use discretion with that mode at night as it might distract drivers, but in the day, it's great.
Installation is a piece of cake, no tools necessary. The quick release attachment allows you to detach the light and take it with you to prevent theft (you can slip it right in your pocket), or to swap out to another bike (you can purchase additional mounts separately). You could even use it as a flashlight in a pinch. The batteries are easy to replace, just a twist gives you access, no screwdriver necessary. It's a great light for touring, commuting, or just a relaxed evening ride thorugh the neighborhood.
For your tail light, the SUPERFLASH TURBO fits the bill in a big way with a full watt of superflashing LED power and three individual lights. Do not look directly at this or you will be seeing spots for a while! This light keeps you visible for up to a mile.
The Superflash Turbo uses two AAA batteries which can be changed very quickly using a coin to open the housing. Run time is over 100 hours. The rubberized on/off switch located on the bottom of the light is easy to get to and operate with speed, you just click through modes, no holding it down and waiting for it to change.
The light comes with various clips to configure it on your bike in different ways. I like to use the clip on the back to attach it to my trunk or bike bag. It's easy to get on and off, and I pop it in my pocket when I park lest someone see this cool light and make off with it. I wouldn't bike in traffic without lights whether it's day or night, and as a driver, I really appreciate when cyclists make themselves as visible as possible.
Planet Bike's philosophy is that the bike can change the world and its inhabitants, therefore they donate a very generous 25% of profits to bicycle advocacy groups. Feel good about buying their quality products and check them out HERE.
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