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MikeWaters · 07-16-2008, 09:04 PM

I'm thinking about doing this:
http://www.bikeforums.net/showpost.p...&postcount=118

Each flashlight would be 180 lumens.

bluegoose · 07-16-2008, 11:51 PM

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Originally Posted by MikeWaters

I'm thinking about doing this:
http://www.bikeforums.net/showpost.p...&postcount=118

Each flashlight would be 180 lumens.

Is that just 2 pieces of velcro holding each light one? I like it, but I wonder how it would do on a bumpy ride. I've lost several lights on rocky descents, and they were actually mounted on the bike.

MikeWaters · 07-17-2008, 02:22 AM

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Originally Posted by bluegoose

Is that just 2 pieces of velcro holding each light one? I like it, but I wonder how it would do on a bumpy ride. I've lost several lights on rocky descents, and they were actually mounted on the bike.

It's two pieces of velcro, with a plastic piece as a frame.

twofish lockblocks

http://www.twofish.biz/bike.html

more info on the setup:
http://www.ruscelli.com/biking_fenix.htm

MikeWaters · 07-17-2008, 08:14 PM

I did this.

With the three lockblocks, and the 2 flashlights, it came to $129

https://www.4sevens.com/product_info...roducts_id=362

Use coupon CPF8 to get 8% off.

No shipping, no tax.

Not a single person on any of the forums has complained of the lockblocks not holding the flashlights.

For those of you that think that's a lot of money to spend on lights, check out how much the real bike lights cost.

I like how this uses AA batteries. Run time not long enough? Just bring some extra. Also, easy to take the flashlights off and put them in pocket.

creekster · 07-17-2008, 08:22 PM

Looks pretty nice. After you have used it a full times I would appreciate a follow-up report.

MikeWaters · 07-17-2008, 08:36 PM

I also got the PlanetBike Super Flash rear light for $17 from amazon. It's supposed to be the best of the budget rear lights, very bright.

SteelBlue · 07-17-2008, 08:49 PM

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Originally Posted by MikeWaters

I also got the PlanetBike Super Flash rear light for $17 from amazon. It's supposed to be the best of the budget rear lights, very bright.

Are you planning lots of night riding this year? Is it for your winter commute?

MikeWaters · 07-17-2008, 08:54 PM

For one, I would like to be able to ride to my church for scouts. It's dark at 9pm, so need the lights. Plus when fall comes, will need lights to get out.

Also getting back from work later, allow me to ride longer.

SteelBlue · 07-17-2008, 09:30 PM

Being a cheap s.o.b. I may just try this. I'm going to give winter commuting a shot this year and I'll need some decent lights.

MikeWaters · 07-17-2008, 09:32 PM

You can get a 3rd flashlight for th helmet as well.

If I don't like the setup, I will sell it.

07-16-2008, 09:04 PM	#1
MikeWaters Demiurge Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 36,365	DIY bike lighting I'm thinking about doing this: http://www.bikeforums.net/showpost.p...&postcount=118 Each flashlight would be 180 lumens.

07-17-2008, 08:22 PM	#5
creekster Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: the far corner of my mind Posts: 8,711	Looks pretty nice. After you have used it a full times I would appreciate a follow-up report. __________________ Sorry for th e tpyos.

07-17-2008, 08:14 PM	#4
MikeWaters Demiurge Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 36,365	I did this. With the three lockblocks, and the 2 flashlights, it came to $129 https://www.4sevens.com/product_info...roducts_id=362 Use coupon CPF8 to get 8% off. No shipping, no tax. Not a single person on any of the forums has complained of the lockblocks not holding the flashlights. For those of you that think that's a lot of money to spend on lights, check out how much the real bike lights cost. I like how this uses AA batteries. Run time not long enough? Just bring some extra. Also, easy to take the flashlights off and put them in pocket.

07-17-2008, 08:36 PM	#6
MikeWaters Demiurge Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 36,365	I also got the PlanetBike Super Flash rear light for $17 from amazon. It's supposed to be the best of the budget rear lights, very bright.

07-17-2008, 08:54 PM	#8
MikeWaters Demiurge Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 36,365	For one, I would like to be able to ride to my church for scouts. It's dark at 9pm, so need the lights. Plus when fall comes, will need lights to get out. Also getting back from work later, allow me to ride longer.

07-17-2008, 09:30 PM	#9
SteelBlue Senior Member Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Norcal Posts: 5,821	Being a cheap s.o.b. I may just try this. I'm going to give winter commuting a shot this year and I'll need some decent lights.

07-17-2008, 09:32 PM	#10
MikeWaters Demiurge Join Date: Aug 2005 Posts: 36,365	You can get a 3rd flashlight for th helmet as well. If I don't like the setup, I will sell it.