Lights. CREE XML XM-L T6 / U2 etc Thread

[dee.jay]

Yeah good thinking - will chuck it in my bag

 

[fossyant]

I would strongly suggest folks go and check out C and B Seen's web site.

They have their new City Slicker lights in. USB rechargeable and self contained batteries. I use their older rear lights, that kick out an immense amount of light. £105 for both lights !


http://www.candb-seen.co.uk/bikehead-lights/city-slicker-series-front.html

 

[fossyant]

Oh and for a battery case for 18650s they also have a two cell case if you can't find the Pannovo cases

http://www.candb-seen.co.uk/newfor2014/helmet-battery-pack.html

 

[dee.jay]

Ooh helmet mounted.. Might go for one of those and a Fluxient mini but I honestly think the Oriole will be sufficient.

 

[fossyant]

For the better quality rubber coated battery packs, 7dayshop have them for £7.99 or £6.99 for two or more. These will be far more reliable than the ebay ones.

 

[400bhp]

Thanks fossyant! I googled the name and immediately a few options came up, this being the first:
http://www.dx.com/p/pannovo-b-c04-w...-case-for-bike-lamp-black-254957#.VD_9-xZNLBE
It looks like it gives the correct 2S2P settup so that's great.
I'm going to choose some 18650s later and a seperare charger. I noticed that the highest capacity (~3400) 18650s on Torchy's ebay are unprotected. I'm hesitant to get those as I can see myself over-discharging them, I might look around for some protected 3,000mAh+ cells or get some slightly lower protected ones since I'm only driving one T6. I can keep the stock charger to reset the protected cells should I ever trip them.
EDIT: I've just spotted the lack of stock on the first two Google links so I'll have to do some further searching, I know what I'm looking for now though so that's good.

If you find one could you let peeps on here know. I've been looking but to no avail.

 

[crazyjoe101]

Thanks for the suggestion fossyant, but two of those are a bit steep for the money and time for wiring them. I've found the case for sale on an American site here:
http://www.dxsoul.com/product/panno...se-for-bike-lamp-black-901254957#.VEAlsBZNLBE

The option to add to cart is greyed out for me, possibly because they don't post to the UK, possibly because they're out of stock. I'm going to get an American friend to see if they have the option to order, and IF they're willing to, buy and post to me. If anyone else is interested I would be happy to add to the order and divvy the postage cost, a bit like what fossyant did.
But don't get your hopes up, there are a lot of ifs. Alternatively, we may be able to do another 'bulk' order from China?

 

[fossyant]

I'm struggling to locate any of the cases at the minute.

 

[crazyjoe101]

I have an American friend who is happy to relay them to me if I order them to her address! I'm going to hold off for a while to let anyone who wants one let me know. In the meatime I'll get an estimate for postage. @400bhp

 

[wanda2010]

@crazyjoe101 Once again I'm blaming Fossyant . Put me down for one please!

 

[Kevoffthetee]

Manchester supplier of the X3 on Ebay

how has everyone found the solar storm x3? or are there better out there for the money? I'm starting my commutes next week so want to sort before the clock change.

cheers, Kev

 

[400bhp]

Thanks for the suggestion fossyant, but two of those are a bit steep for the money and time for wiring them. I've found the case for sale on an American site here:
http://www.dxsoul.com/product/panno...se-for-bike-lamp-black-901254957#.VEAlsBZNLBE

The option to add to cart is greyed out for me, possibly because they don't post to the UK, possibly because they're out of stock. I'm going to get an American friend to see if they have the option to order, and IF they're willing to, buy and post to me. If anyone else is interested I would be happy to add to the order and divvy the postage cost, a bit like what fossyant did.
But don't get your hopes up, there are a lot of ifs. Alternatively, we may be able to do another 'bulk' order from China?

sold out fella Says so in the top corner of the picture.

 

[mythste]

how has everyone found the solar storm x3? or are there better out there for the money? I'm starting my commutes next week so want to sort before the clock change.

cheers, Kev

I've just ordered one. About 4 miles of my commute is pitch black and I've been struggling with 2 cheap bikehut lights - frequently getting that "riding into the abyss" feeling!

I'll let you know how I get on. I would have punted for a more reliable set if the journey was longer but I don't think I'll be doing huge miles in the dark so for that price, it was worth a crack.

 

[dee.jay]

Yeah be careful with the battery charger and battery pack.

I had the same problem as you though - I'd carefully planned my route to work, even tested it. I totally forgot to factor in that at 545am its bloody dark and I came across a few unlit paths which did make me nervous initially but I just take my time. Hopefully my Orioles will alleviate my concerns about night travel. It's only going to get darker now and I only travel around 7am or 7pm (12 hour shift worker)

 

[mythste]

I think this has been asked but im struggling to get a solid result, as a replacement charger, what is the safest/most reliable/cheapest option for someone that hasnt looked at a circuit schematic since GCSE physics?