How many lumens do you need for unlit roads?

If you’re riding on unlit roads, you’re probably going to want a front light that’s around 600 lumens as a minimum, but you also want to make sure that you’re not going to be dazzling any oncomers. When cycling on the road, it’s important to get a light that’s not going to blind any oncoming traffic.

What’s the brightest bike light?

The Brightest Bike Light Of 2021

• The Niterider 3600 Pro which shines with 3600 lumens is currently the brightest bike light (a typical car headlight produces about 1500 lumens). It sells for about $600.
• The brightest self-contained bike light is the Nitecore BR32 — a 1800 lumen OLED light, available for $130.

What kind of light do you need to ride a bike on the road?

For road riding on unlit country lanes, you need a ‘seeing’ light. This needs to be at least 700 lumens, though to ride fast like you would in the summer then 1000+ lumens is a safer bet as you’ll have longer to anticipate obstacles like pot holes.

Which is the best bike light in the UK?

The Exposure Strada 1200 is a well-designed and well-made light. Exposure has been making high-performance, high-tech lights in the UK for over a decade. The latest Strada road light is 300 lumens brighter than the previous model for uncompromised back-road riding and a wired remote for flicking between high and low beams is included as standard.

Which is the best light for night riding?

A pleasingly chunky light, the slightly unwieldy size of its bracket is less welcome, although not enough to spoil the product. Bringing up the rear is the matching 80 lumen Sabre unit. Equally robust, it’s output is more than enough for riding on lonely roads. Like the Lumina, it also features a daytime flash setting.

Why do cyclists need a white front light?

British law states that cyclists on the road after dark must have a white front light and a red rear light if they are to avoid a stern word from the local bobby. But it’s also just common sense – if you’re riding at night (or dusk/dawn), an appropriately-powered light will help motorists spot you on the road.