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Reddit mentions of Cygolite 2014 Hotshot 2W SL USB Rechargeable Tail Light
Sentiment score: 3
Reddit mentions: 6
We found 6 Reddit mentions of Cygolite 2014 Hotshot 2W SL USB Rechargeable Tail Light. Here are the top ones.
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- Powerful 2 watt red LED tail light
- USB rechargeable with charging indicator; Internal Li-ion battery lasts up to 200 hours on a single charge
- 3 flash modes: Steady &get; Triple &get; Single; with OSP technology to fine tune flash speeds and light mode memory recalls last mode used
- Water resistant design for all riding conditions
- Includes Hotshot SL tail light with integrated clothing clip, seat post mount and USB cable for charging
Features:
Specs:
| Color | Red , Black |
| Height | 1.5 Inches |
| Length | 1.5 Inches |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Size | One Size |
| Weight | 0.32 Pounds |
| Width | 2.5 Inches |
The OLD Cygolight Hotshot is a steal at under $25 bucks. I actually don't always use it on my regular commute at night because I have had cyclists behind me complain how bright it was.
Personally? I prefer lights with standard li-ion batteries, like 18650's. You're going to get a more consistent brightness through each charge cycle and the life of the battery, you can invest in batteries and continue to use them with other devices, etc.
That said, I haven't found a taillight that took standard li-ion batteries that I liked. I went with a Cygolite Hotshot SL, which uses an internal li-ion battery, usb rechargeable.
For the headlight though, I use a flashlight and mount with my 18650s - I have about a dozen of them I use for all sorts of projects, along with a few 18350s, 18500's, 14600's, etc. So for me it made sense to get one of these. Bonus, it came with two more batteries for me to use.
Both the cygolite and a flashlight with a mount are easily removed, and last a long while. I take mine off and toss them in my bag to bring with me to work every day.
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Rear: http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00E1NQ6T6/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?qid=1415985141&sr=8-2
Front: anything you can get a good deal on over 500 lumens. Of you mtb at all I would go for a 1000. I have this one: http://www.performancebike.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/mProduct4_10551_10052_1126905_-1_ (found on Craigslist used for 140$)
It might have been, but I have a 2 or 3watt rear blinkie light. When I ride at night, I'm a damn Christmas tree. I like seeing and knowing I'm seen :)
Good on the cops for keeping everyone safe, I try to give benefit of the doubt as well. I just don't give them a chance either. Most cops are good, but there is always that 10% rule in effect.
I have one of these, and other models. Always keep a spare charged
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00E1NQ6T6
just got the cygolite tail light for $23. Bright as fuck and pretty water resistant.
Headlight I went with Serfas 505. Pricey for $70. you could potentially get something as good for cheaper, but the light is solid. Waterproof too, I've left it in the rain a few times.