Being an unrepetant cheapskate, I needed a basic pair of bike lights, so bought this set sight unseen based on the price. I didn't know what to expect, really, but was pleasantly surprised when I eventually received them. Rather than be cheap-looking and flimsy, these bike lights are quite sturdy and have so far survived all kinds of harsh weather (mud, slush, and rain), as well as one major bike crash. Also, they're amazingly bright-- not bright enough to light up the path in front of you, of course, but bright enough to be seen by other motorists. I couldn't believe it when I noticed the blinking from the white lights being reflected off buildings and signs several feet away. But as they say, looks can be deceiving, and these little guys can throw off quite a bit of light.
On the downside, the lights are quite small-- not a problem for me, personally, but might be a problem for those who might not feel as safe with lights of these size and want something larger for peace of mind. This is especially true for anyone hoping to double the white front light as a headlight. Not gonna happen-- the lights were only designed to make you visible to everyone and nothing more.
Another con is that the lights may be a little troublesome to attach depending on how your bike is made. For example, if your handles are like mine (too thick to attach with rubber insert, but too skinny to use without), you might have a bit of trouble getting the front light to install without some maneuvering or a hack.
Faults aside, these are very good lights for the price and great as a starter before graduating to more expensive sets. I recommend them highly if you want to get lights but can't afford something more high end.Get more detail about Planet Bike Blinky Safety 1-Led Bicycle Light Set.
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