Bike lights

The importance of great bike lights

Cycling is fun, durable and healthy - and should remain that way! Everyone wants to be safe on the road, cyclists included. This is why ensuring great visibility using proper bicycle lighting is so important. Did you know that having the right bicycle lighting can reduce the risk of an accident by 20 percent? You will find the best bicycle lights at Hollandbikeshop. Enjoy every ride with maximum safety!
 

Safety first

Good bicycle lighting: essential for proper visibility and safe cycling in the dark/in poor visibility. By using the right bicycle lighting, you can prevent accidents (as well as being fined). For maximum visibility, use the legally required bicycle lights - in the Netherlands, these are a white or yellow headlight and a red rear light - as well as reflectors on the wheels, pedals and the back of the bicycle. 

Invest in high quality bike lights if you can: a set of lights with a white or yellow headlight and a red rear light, for maximum visibility. Make sure to install these lights at the correct height. They should not be positioned in a way that blinds or distracts other road users. Flickering bike lights should also be avoided; their use is no longer allowed in the Netherlands. 
 

The different bike light sets

Sets of bike lights can vary widely. Consider your lighting needs thoroughly if you are planning to purchase a set of bike lights, such as:
   

Where to install your bicycle lights

Fixed bike lights are usually mounted on the handlebars, luggage rack or bike frame. There are various places on the frame designed for installing bike lights, usually near the front wheel or rear wheel. It is important to mount your bicycle lights in a place where they are clearly visible and their light is not blocked or hidden by your clothes or bag.

For individual lights, the mounting options tend to depend on the design of the lights themselves. Often, they feature a snap system or flexible silicone straps. The silicone straps allow riders to place the bicycle lights virtually anywhere - on your clothing, on your bag, under your saddle or on the frame.

Bicycle lights with a snap system may have fewer options: these lights are usually snapped into a holder, and this holder often consists of a clamp ring or an adjustable strap. By comparison, a silicone strap is much more flexible, so with a snap system, you will usually have to stick to the handlebar, seat tube or handlebar tube, or one of your luggage rack tubes for mounting. 
 

This is how you select the right bicycle lights

Try to base your choice on your personal preference and situation. For commuting, you will need decent visibility, but if you’re a trail rider, you really need a strong light beam (at least 500 lumen). 
For longer bike rides, a battery with a long lifespan is preferable, while rechargeable options should also be considered, for cost effectiveness. Make sure to always use the legally required lights (so no flashing lights) and to go for flexible mounting options if they’re a possibility.
 

Hit the road safely with Hollandbikeshop bicycle lights

Light your path with our top class bike light sets! Choose from a wide selection of bike light sets at Hollandbikeshop, featuring brands like IKZI Light, Sigma, Contec and many others. Hollandbikeshop is the online bike shop for all your cycling needs, with over 100,000 bicycle parts available from stock. Discover them now and light your next adventure with Hollandbikeshop!