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Reddit mentions of CAT EYE - BM-45 Bar End Bike Mirror, Black
Sentiment score: 2
Reddit mentions: 2
We found 2 Reddit mentions of CAT EYE - BM-45 Bar End Bike Mirror, Black. Here are the top ones.
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- Stay safe: Keep an eye on other cars and cyclists behind you without having to lose sight of the road ahead.
- Sleek: With minimal projection, you don't have to sacrifice clean aesthetics for safety.
- Clear roads: The Bar End Mirror offers nearly distortion-free viewing so you can see the roads clearly and accurately.
- Durable: This aluminum and glass mirror will help keep you safe time and time again.
- For all bikes: The Bar End Mirror fits both drop and flat handlebars.
Features:
Specs:
| Color | Black |
| Height | 1.77165 Inches |
| Length | 1.77165 Inches |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Release date | November 2016 |
| Size | One Size |
| Weight | 0.0992080179 Pounds |
| Width | 1.77165 Inches |
Unfortunately I have to do a lot of riding on a 2 lane highway with no shoulder.
While, yes, many times in the city I'll ride like this graphic, I don't at all feel safe doing this on the two lane. I pretty much just assume everyone is on their phone.. well because they are. So even if there's oncoming traffic, as well as traffic behind me, I stay as far right as I can, and keep an eye on them in my mirror. I don't feel like getting smashed into by someone doing 60mph just because I wanted to assert my rights as a cyclist.
Sometimes they wait for the oncoming traffic to pass, sometimes they fly by. But being way over to the right and watching them closely in my mirror gives me a chance to bail if it seems like they don't see me.
Anyways I mainly said all this so I could recommend this mirror to everyone (good for drop and flat bars):
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B011DLUBIK/ref=ox_sc_act_title_3?smid=A2G7B63FOSFZJZ&psc=1
BY FAR the best mirror I've used. Mounts very securely, high quality glass, not ugly, and tough. I can't ride without one now.
CAT EYE - BM-45 Bar End Bike Mirror, Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B011DLUBIK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apip_EIHxX5AiZ7y8d
That’s the mirror I am using on the bike. It still folds and rolls in cart mode with it on. I do think the rack is worth it despite the weight.
I’ll have the bike a year in September and while I have bought some accessories I haven’t splurged in any upgrades as of yet. I would consider upgrading to a pedal that has better traction or adding the plastic sleeve to it others have mentioned on the forums. Titanium seat post might make sense for a little more suspension.
I’m very happy with the bike. It’s my primary transportation. I’ll consider getting an electric brompton this fall,once I test drive it. I’ll likely keep this one and not sell it even though my dealer would take it on trade.
Haven’t had any repair or maintenance issues. It even a flat tire. (Knock on wood)
My plan once I’ve had it a year is to take it in and have new tires and new cables put on to refresh the bike a bit. I’ll replace the chain and that’s about it.
Hope that helps you in your decision.