Lights

cruizer101

Hey, I'm new enough to running and just wondering could i check something with you.

Days are getting shorter now and soon enough I'll be needing to get some lights for going running in the evening, I had a quick search but couldn't see any threads on it.

So basically whats peoples advice on what lights to use for running on country roads in dark, I'm thinking a red flashing cycle light on the back but front i'm not too sure had half thought a headtorch, whats peoples recommendations.

Also Aldi have a waterproof cycle jacket from tomorrow, any idea would this be good for running too.

ronanmac

I tried a head torch but the bouncing on my head annoyed me and I ended up wrapping the head strap around my wrist and holding it.

Eventually, I bought a small German-made LED torch (can't remember what brand) in Decathlon in Barcelona. It came with a velcro strap so you could wrap around your arm, but was easier to just hold it. If you can find a small, light torch, there's no reason why it should impact on your running.

bazman

Petzl Tikka - great headlamp - very light - available at almost any outdoor store:
http://www.petzl.com/en/outdoor/headlamps/compact-headlamps/tikka-plus-2

RJC

you can also get flashing straps for arms and legs. - generally reflective yellow with red flashing LEDs.

http://www.aldi.ie/ie/html/offers/2827_10493.htm

they're in Aldi tomorrow.

You should ask yourself - do you want to see or be seen. there are loads of ways of being seen but seeing can be harder.

HardyEustace

Have the flashing straps. They're really light and very effective. Might get some more tomorrow.

TFBubendorfer

RJC wrote: »

you can also get flashing straps for arms and legs. - generally reflective yellow with red flashing LEDs.

http://www.aldi.ie/ie/html/offers/2827_10493.htm

they're in Aldi tomorrow.

You should ask yourself - do you want to see or be seen. there are loads of ways of being seen but seeing can be harder.

As much as reflective clothing is mandatory, you'll still need a light source if you want to see where you are going. If you are only running on lit streets, fine. In the country side, on the other hand, a light source is simply a requirement during the winter months.

hunnymonster

petzl head torch for me too.

RJC

I have one as well but as I live in the City I usually end up wearing it in bed to read my book (sleeping wife).

cruizer101

I'll take a look in Aldi anyway, a friend has one of those petzl so i might get a loan see how much i like it i'd be a bit worried about it being annoying but does seem pretty lite. Thanks for the replys

asimonov

I have a Petzl Tikka as well, but i found one of these in Argos at the weekend. Its a very light strip of 5 LED's that slip under the peak of a cap, cost €5:99.

RJC

I find that the problem with head lights is that there is a weight/battery/cost/usability trade off. Small is good but it will eat the button batteries (which are costly).

The Petzl lights are the industry standard but like everything here they are about 20% more costly here.

hawkwing

I've been using this for the last 3 winters and find it very good on the darkest of roads.Batteries last ages too and it's light over a wool cap.
http://www.peterson.ie/brands/ledlenser/led51.html

Krusty_Clown

asimonov wrote: »

I have a Petzl Tikka as well, but i found one of these in Argos at the weekend. Its a very light strip of 5 LED's that slip under the peak of a cap, cost €5:99.

Too much shopping. Not enough running.