First ride with my DX light « Singletrack Forum

Just a quick post to add fuel to the DX bike light fire. I know that trout and others have covered it in depth but just wanted to share my very positive experiences so far.

- 11 days from ordering to delivery (Postal strikes I imagine.)
- Very impressed with the build quality. Feels like it should cost way more.
- High power definitely feels brighter than my old Lupine Edison 5.
- Low power seems more than adequate for easy trail riding. I can just make out the strobe effect that people have mentioned but it is very slight and it doesn't irritate me in the slightest.
- I must have one of the new LED's as there is no green tint at all. The light it emits is very white but not glaring unless riding on crushed white stone canal tow path. Then it is very glaring on full power.
- Handlebar clamp is simple and effective (same as Lupine Edison) As is the battery bag.
- I can see that the battery will need to be waterproofed in some way for winter riding. Any ideas from anyone on that front?
- No idea about longevity yet (obviously) but last night's ride has certainly instilled confidence in it.

Overall, mightily impressed. More than enough light for me even on fast technical descents. When combined with a Fenix L2D Q5 on my head it's a great combo for less than £100.

It's still running fine. I did the 2009 D2D on it with no problems. Plenty of light! I stil haven't waterproofed the battery, I really should get that done.