Did you know that most bicycling deaths happen between 6 p.m. and 9 p.m.? When the path gets dark, the odds of cars and pedestrians spotting a cyclist in time to avoid a collision plunge sharply. In addition to wearing a helmet and bright clothing, the best defense against an accident is using safety lights on a bike. If you’re in the market for a quality bike light set, here are the ones we recommend.
Easy installation
These bike lights from Ascher are rechargeable via USB cables. Each light has a one-touch switch and four lighting modes, including flashing and non-flashing options. It’s lightweight enough to mount on a helmet and bright enough to use as a regular flashlight.
LED illumination
This light from Vont is made with military-grade materials designed to make it waterproof and pressure-resistant. It’s also rugged – able to survive being plunged into water, a 10-foot drop or even impact with a motor vehicle. It runs on three AAA batteries (not included), which deliver up to six hours of continuous use.
12 hours of use
Dual white LEDs can light up to 300 yards in front of your bike. In the brightest mode, four hours of usage is achievable. The battery is rechargeable via USB and an easy mount will fit most bikes. The wide light angle is a major plus as well.
Easy to operate
Don’t worry about breaking this light from Wastou – the plastic body is shock-resistant and able to stand up to the toughest trails. It can be mounted without tools and just as easily removed for use as a regular flashlight. The USB card for recharging the battery is included too.
Steve Spears is editor of Florida Travel & Life, an online brand that inspires active, affluent travelers, providing them with insider information on discovering the best of Florida. Informative and engaging, the website showcases travel destinations, arts and cultural venues, vibrant dining scenes, recreational activities, the great outdoors and the revitalized real-estate market. He is based in Orlando and counts St. Augustine, Key West and the Gulf Beaches among his favorite destinations in the state.
