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![]() "David L. Johnson" wrote in message news ![]() On Wed, 09 Nov 2005 22:32:18 +0000, Gooserider wrote: Performance has this on sale for Team P members, and it looks like a well made light with a very small footprint. Anybody have any experience with it? I've been commuting with it since just before the time change. I'm quite happy with it. David-- Thanks for the information. I am looking forward to getting this light. I have a fairly dark commute, but I think this light plus my LED vest, two blinkies, reflective ankle strap, and maybe a helmet light should have me covered. :-) Mike |
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David L. Johnson wrote:
I'm sold on the DiNotte. It is pricey, but it gives enough light to really see, is simple and rugged enough for everyday use, and is small, quick and easy to attach. If the batteries go, I can (and will) get 12 more (three changes) for $16.95, rather than be told, as I was, that the battery on my NightRider was irreplaceable (4.5V NiMH smart strap-on pack). Heck, even if it could be replaced, it would be over $100 to do so. FWIW, inside the NiteRider battery pack are probably some standard size of NiMH cell, that could be replaced. I have a Niterider NiMH pack that is held together with screws that look odd, but are actually just obnoxious tamper-resistant hex cap screws (pin in the center). I haven't had to take mine apart yet, but when I do, tamper-resistant hex wrenches are not hard to order, or I could probably just find a locksmith who already has the wrenches. |
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On Thu, 10 Nov 2005 14:40:42 -0500, Matt O'Toole wrote:
I like the Vega because it's even simpler to use than a Cateye Micro. It goes on and off just as easily, and just plugs into its charger -- no taking the batteries out and putting them back in. No worries about the bulb burning out either. The Dinotte promises more light still, in an even smaller package, but maybe not as convenient. I imagine you have to take the batteries out to charge them, plus the mounting system looks a bit fiddly. Yeah, you do have to take the batteries out to charge them. But they fit into a standard holder; you could have some on hand for quick changes. The mounting system looks worse than it is. Easy and quick to mount the light itself, and while it will not hold the setting if you bang the bike around like I did tonight, it's a simple matter to re-aim. The batteries come out for re-charging without removing the strap-on holder. -- David L. Johnson __o | Become MicroSoft-free forever. Ask me how. _`\(,_ | (_)/ (_) | |
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![]() Gooserider wrote: "David L. Johnson" wrote in message news ![]() On Wed, 09 Nov 2005 22:32:18 +0000, Gooserider wrote: Performance has this on sale for Team P members, and it looks like a well made light with a very small footprint. Anybody have any experience with it? I've been commuting with it since just before the time change. I'm quite happy with it. David-- Thanks for the information. I am looking forward to getting this light. I have a fairly dark commute, but I think this light plus my LED vest, two blinkies, reflective ankle strap, and maybe a helmet light should have me covered. :-) Mike Mike: Have you had a chance to try it out yet? Nashbar has them on sale now, so I'm contemplating a purchase. Does anyone know anything about cost and availability of replacement bulbs? Thanks, Bruce |
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![]() wrote in message oups.com... Gooserider wrote: "David L. Johnson" wrote in message news ![]() On Wed, 09 Nov 2005 22:32:18 +0000, Gooserider wrote: Performance has this on sale for Team P members, and it looks like a well made light with a very small footprint. Anybody have any experience with it? I've been commuting with it since just before the time change. I'm quite happy with it. David-- Thanks for the information. I am looking forward to getting this light. I have a fairly dark commute, but I think this light plus my LED vest, two blinkies, reflective ankle strap, and maybe a helmet light should have me covered. :-) Mike Mike: Have you had a chance to try it out yet? Nashbar has them on sale now, so I'm contemplating a purchase. Does anyone know anything about cost and availability of replacement bulbs? Thanks, Bruce Bruce-- When I ordered from Performance the website didn't show the item being on backorder, but it was. Fed Ex has it and should deliver tomorrow, so I will be able to test it over the Thanksgiving weekend. As for bulbs, it was my understanding that LEDs don't burn out. Am I mistaken? Mike |
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Mike: My understanding is that they last a long time, but eventually
burn out. I did get a response from Dinotte that the light is under warranty for two years, which includes the bulb. If it burns out after that you have to return the light to them for bulb replacement (it is not user servicable). Current bulb replacement cost is $40, but they expected better and cheaper bulbs in two years. I'm looking forward to hearing your opinion of the light. Hope you like it. Bruce |
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