Author: Graeme B

Hi All,

Can someone remind me of the agreement we’ve got with Alpine?  I’ve lost the e-mail that was sent out a couple of months ago while the site was down.

Cheers,

Graeme B

Hi Folks,

After a couple of midweek rides in the dark, it has become clear that my front light is quite simply not up to the job.  Fine on the road and on wider paths (like the Westie), but being on any narrow trail with twists and bumps is quite simply terrifying!

After looking at different lights on different websites, it has all become a wee bit confusing.  Most will be using Lux or Lumens as a guide to their strength, so these seem like the most appropriate base to compare, but what levels should I be looking out for?  I’ve seen some quoting 100 as great for offroad, but others saying 300 as a minimum; it all seems to depend on the actual type of light or even brand.  Can someone shed some light (pardon the pun!) on what I should be looking for?  And any ideas about specific lights, I’m aiming around the £50-£70 mark (but would stretch a bit if it’s worth it!), that would be a good buy?  Your help will be much appreciated!

Cheers,

Graeme