Moon - MX Rechargeable Stem Mounted Front Bike Light with Garmin/Wahoo/Bryton Compatible GPS Mount, USB Type C, 20-400 Lumens

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The first thing to think about is what you are planning to do. You need a light that will go the distance but there are different considerations for commuting vs adventuring. If you are commuting then you need a light to last for your commute but you might want to cover more than one trip. Sure, you could charge between the morning and evening ride but are you going to want to deal with that? What about charging every night, is that something you want to think about? Even if your commute is short, you might want to get a set of lights that has enough battery for more than one day. It's relatively easy with a light to be seen but if you need to see you are going to need to really study the specs. Of the 18 from Moon, 6 were more expensive than Moon MX GPS Mount Front Light and 10 were cheaper. How much are Moon Lights? Whatever you might be buying for your cycling trips, it’s important to do your research. Afterall, cycling can be dangerous if improperly or inadequately equipped, so it’s vital that your gear is safe and high quality. In total, of the 606 products, 188 products cost more than Moon MX GPS Mount Front Light and 406 cost less. Moon Lights

This is a very simple but very important question. You may have heard the old adage ‘all the gear and no idea’. This concept is very much applicable to new riders that want to make sure that they have everything they need before their first trip on the pedals. But what do you need to look out for when shopping for cycling gear? What are the best brands? What kit is really necessary? Do you really need it? The best part about cycling is that you need very little to get going. There are a number of must-have pieces of equipment such as a helmet, high visibility clothing and lights, but apart from this small group, you don’t need anything extra. As we say above, price is the most common top consideration for people buying cycling gear…the same goes for buying Lights. If you are instead looking for a front light to see where you are going, the number has to be a lot higher. My riding tends to be in the 32-37 kph range at night and for me to feel safe at those speeds, I find I need at least 800 lumens. If I go under that number, I find it hard to process the information I'm getting from the road surface at speed and I start to slow down. I find that to be true even on well-lit city streets but the need does drop if my speed drops. If you ride slower, it's likely you can make it work with less power but my advice is 800 lumens if you need to see where you are going. How long should a light last?

Moon Helix Max-W Front Light

This same advice holds true when looking for a nighttime adventure light. Often you need a light at the end of a long ride and in those situations, you might be moving a lot slower than normal. The last thing you want to worry about is getting home before your light dies. VARIABLE LUMEN SYSTEM (VLS): This is a feature Moon Sport has incorporated into most of their lights and allows you to adjust the output of each mode independently. Once activated, the light ramps up from minimum to maximum power for that mode (note it flashes at each extreme to indicate a max/min has been reached) slowly until you select the desired level. The chosen output value overrides the factory defaults allowing for full customization. Although it’s a cool feature to see, the factory defaults will likely be sufficient for most riders.

The Moon Sport MX combines a Garmin/Wahoo mount with a bright 400 Lumen front light for day or nighttime visibility. Retail PriceThe first thing to consider is if you need a light to make yourself visible or to see where you are going. If you are only riding in the city, on well-lit streets, you'll already be able to see where you are going, so the light you need is going to be a lot less expensive and the specs are far less important. If you need a light to see where you are going then the next consideration is how long you need it to last. In the COB only mode, the MX can put out 100 lumens of warm output. This mode should be treated as a “been seen” mode only as it’s not bright enough to illuminate the road. Instead, it’s ideal for daytime riding as the wide COB strip can ensure other riders or cars see you. Runtimes vary from 6:00 to 59:30 hr:min when in the 100 lumen constant mode and day flash setting respectively. We found the flash modes of the COB mode to be particularly useful for daytime riding as it keeps you visible without draining the battery. Note Moon Sport has recessed the COB into the housing which limits the visibility compared to the wrap-around design of the Fabric Lumaray. THE VERDICT Big brands are typically a good place to put your money, and these companies pay lots of money to professional cyclists to advertise their goods. As we said in the pricing part of the review, brand is a really important consideration, but especially so when looking to buy Lights. But as you’re probably already aware, you’re on to a great choice if you do go with Moon, as they’re a fantastic brand, making amazing products. The Lezyne KTV Drive Pro+ rear light is the option when you want an inexpensive light with a lot of power. The price is outstanding and there's all-day performance with a burn time of 10-hours and 30-minutes even at the max 150-lumen day flash setting. Mounting is a wide and simple rubber strap that you can easily stretch around even the deepest aero seatpost. When it’s time to charge the light, you’ll get a warning based on the small status light that turns on during the hold to turn-on procedure. If needed, charging happens with an integrated USB charging tongue that needs no cord. Of course no cord needed does also mean you have to remove the light to charge it. Although Lezyne doesn’t splurge on fancy features, the Lezyne KTV Drive Pro+ rear light is great for those who want maximum lumens for not a lot of money.