Re: [RBW] Supernova E3 tail light opinions
I too was consternated by this dilemma. I run my Dinotte on low/no flash and my Planet Bike blinkeys blink'n. The Dinotte on flashing is just totally over the top. I've been using this set up for several years and haven't had any problems with seizures or appoplexy near as I can tell. Of course I've got spots in front of my eyes so I may have been missing some things. -JimD On Jan 23, 2012, at 12:40 PM, Ryan Ray wrote: > This has been an extremely informative thread. I now feel completely > unprepared for night riding and I'm completely torn between blinking and not > blinking. > > - Ryan > > > > > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To view this discussion on the web visit > https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/o0uEusKfMRMJ. > To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > [email protected]. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected]. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Supernova E3 tail light opinions
Seizures? I've not noticed any seizuring when riding the 'Burning Reina' (a.k.a 'clown') bike. http://www.flickr.com/photos/rasterdogs/6541835389/in/photostream It has drawn props from a number to the under 18 crowd in the past few dampish night rides. Other bicyclers go by me so fast it doesn't seem to be a problem. -JimD …always serious about bicycling. On Jan 22, 2012, at 8:54 AM, Steve Palincsar wrote: > On Sun, 2012-01-22 at 08:18 -0800, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: >> I have a few ideas for seizure-inducing high output taillights, and it >> probably makes sense to run several at a time, at different blink >> frequencies. Is it a good idea to induce seizures in approaching >> drivers? Yes, I think so. >> > > And what about cyclists riding behind you? > > > > -- > You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups > "RBW Owners Bunch" group. > To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. > To unsubscribe from this group, send email to > [email protected]. > For more options, visit this group at > http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en. > -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected]. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Supernova E3 tail light opinions
I happen to know that EricP doesn't do many after-dark group rides, so tailoring his lighting to other cyclists is probably not a priority. I rode for awhile behind a guy who had one of those slow flash frequency DiNotte taillights. I saw spots for days! -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/Cj0x02js5OQJ. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected]. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Supernova E3 tail light opinions
On Sun, 2012-01-22 at 08:18 -0800, Jim Thill - Hiawatha Cyclery wrote: > I have a few ideas for seizure-inducing high output taillights, and it > probably makes sense to run several at a time, at different blink > frequencies. Is it a good idea to induce seizures in approaching > drivers? Yes, I think so. > And what about cyclists riding behind you? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected]. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Supernova E3 tail light opinions
I have a few ideas for seizure-inducing high output taillights, and it probably makes sense to run several at a time, at different blink frequencies. Is it a good idea to induce seizures in approaching drivers? Yes, I think so. -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/c6yAuV_axNoJ. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected]. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Supernova E3 tail light opinions
You mean like getting run over by a Hummer? Sorry, couldn't resist. To put in my 2 cents, both as an automobile driver during non-daylight hours, and the father of a bicycle commuter, I say the more light the better. IMO if you feel that the taillight is inadequate, it probably is. The $17 Planet Bike blinky that my daughter uses is probably visible from a much greater distance than the light that you describe (without having seen yours, of course). This light claims a visibility of 1 mile (again, not tested by me.) A taillight is very important for visibility by cars. I am aware bikes much sooner when I see the blinking red LEDs up ahead. Better yet if the rider has a pretty good amount reflective material on their bike and person. This will also solve the problem of wires, of course, and you can clip the light anywhere that it's convenient: on you, bike or luggage. Or not clip it at all if you feel that it's not needed for visibility. Sorry for stating the obvious and if I come across as Dad. Be careful out there. Steve -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To view this discussion on the web visit https://groups.google.com/d/msg/rbw-owners-bunch/-/xZsDxZzjQ1YJ. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected]. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
Re: [RBW] Supernova E3 tail light opinions
On Sun, 2012-01-22 at 05:29 -0800, EricP wrote: > However, no matter how much I want to like > the light, am just not sure it is enough. Have you ever had anything happen that would lead you to believe it was inadequate? -- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google Groups "RBW Owners Bunch" group. To post to this group, send email to [email protected]. To unsubscribe from this group, send email to [email protected]. For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/rbw-owners-bunch?hl=en.
