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Lights are an important safety measure to ensure you are visible when cycling outside. There are several reasons why you need bicycle lights which can differ based on the style of riding you are doing
To be seen: It is important that other road users can see you in low-light conditions, and bicycle lights help to enhance your presence and be seen. To see: You might be cycling in an area without street lighting and you will need to rely on your own lighting to illuminate the road / trail / path in front of you to avoid an accident. Law-abiding: Lights are required on a cycle between sunset and sunrise. In recent years additional developments in lighting has led to Daytime bike lights proving popular and effective. With a flashing, disruptive light which runs at the same time as a standard light beam this allows for cyclists to remain visible on the road in bright daylight conditions. Bike lights are often measured in lumens, which are the unit of measure as to how bright a light is to the human eye. The total number of lumens you might need can differ between brands as their use of lenses can change the beam spread and quality. Here at Balfe's Bikes we stock a great range of brands including Lezyne, Cateye, Knog, Bontrager and more.