The Knog Boomer Rechargeable comes as both a front white light and a rear red light - and doesn't require a single battery, hence the name 'Rechargeable'. I just plugged it directly into a USB port -- more on that below. The lighting quality is superbly bright and was particularly impressed with the front light which reflected every street sign half way down the block on my commute home through Brooklyn ('up to 55 Lumens' as noted on their website). They also have 4 modes of lighting from HYPER blinking to solid. Although twice the price of their popular Frog Stobes you get more then twice the power ♥ hence more visibility ♥ and don't have to buy another bike light battery.
ready for my commute home |
rear light recharging / lite up green when finished |
It just so happens that last year I bought another brand's rechargeable light but ended up pretty unhappy for two reasons: 1) in order to recharge it you needed to use a separate USB plug attachment that came with it but was so tiny I misplaced it for weeks; and 2) the bike attachment's Velcro strap, which I thought was nice and minimal, broke in half. I mention this since Knog's design doesn't have either of these issues. For weeks they've been reliable and easy to use + come in six colours so you can accessorize - and who doesn't like to have that option?! Silicone is a sticky material though I had no problem cleaning off grease (along with remnants from the bottom of my bag) by wiping them off with soap and water - after all, they're waterproof!
Also tested out their Boomer Wearable with an integrated clip ALONG with a removable magnetic plate which attaches to your clothing/bag (similar to my Flower Power reflectors) -- pretty freakin awesome! The magnetic strength was strong I was able to wear it on my canvas bag and would work great on a jacket. I actually ended up using the clip on my belt (mostly out of habit) but still found it to be one versatile light.
This light is very important specially in dark roads while biking, so if don't want to be hit by a car, then make sure that you have lights with you.
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I'm getting all of these - Knog boomer rechargables and the wearable.
ReplyDeleteI'm also thinking headlamps - 1 front and 1 back for this winter. I realize I was riding so much in the dark last year. Scary!
Hey, Julie... you know they come in ♥PINK♥
ReplyDeleteI do think a lot of people under estimate the need to use lights in the city... as well as using them when its dusk and not totally night and any type of rainy situation. Since I'm also occasionally behind the wheel I know first hand how hard it is to see a cyclist -- even on quite streets in Brooklyn.
Big thanks for the review - I bought the boomer rechargable on your recommendation and I love it. Reflective signs as far as 2 blocks in front of me flash when it's super-bright light is on and I think cars take my presence more seriously.
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ReplyDeleteI also adore my front Boomer - it's the best front light I've ever found and so easy to take on and off.
Someone did point out that the rear Boomer Rechargeable didn't fit on their seat post. It's true that you need at least 2.5"of clearance to attach it below your seat -- though most people have that).
Thanks for the review Vanessa, I've been reading about these for a while and have just ordered a rear light with a front one to follow later! Good thing I've just raised my seat post or I wouldn't be able to squeeze the bad boy in!
ReplyDeleteHey Vanessa! I L O V E my knog set up and just wanted to share my happiness! Thanks for the recommendation, worth every penny, I now feel safe at night :)
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