So, having lost the DX P7 torch I bought last year, and my old halogen lumi battery having died through lack of use, I need some new lights. I don't do a massive amount of nightriding, so not looking to spend loads. Mostly 2-3 hr twisty singletrack rides in the Surrey Hills.
Obviously I can buy another DX MTE torch. Dirt cheap, light weight, plenty of light, but that's about it. I found the hard edge to the beam annoying, as it killed all contrast with the dark areas, and there was something funny about the beam colour that made it really hard for me to pick out details. I had a few stacks due to completely failing to see really obvious roots. The clicky mode thing also annoyed me with the pointless flashing functions. Still, not bad for £20 ish.
Or there's the DX Magicshine/Bastid light. Cheap, plenty of light, decent runtime, but questionable build quality and non-waterproof battery.
Or what about Airbike or LUU from On-one? Does the extra cost over the Magicshine actually show up in terms of better quality? £110 for an Airbike P7 Everlight SL looks OK. Although that's about the top end of my budget.
Any comments?
Cheers,
Jon
