The days are getting shorter. Here's the best gear to brighten your path.
Light and Motion Imjin 800 Bike Lamp ($200)
When dawn-patrol rides take unexpected (perhaps off-road) turns, the leads the way. The tiny spot mounts easily to a helmet or handlebars.聽
Night Runner 270掳 Shoe Lights ($60)
These clip to your laces. Wide white beams illuminate 30 feet up front, while rear red ones ensure you鈥檙e visible to trailing traffic.
Sugoi Zap Training Jacket ($165)
Sure, it sheds drizzle, but shows its true colors after sundown, when headlights turn its reflective fabric into a disco-ball-inspired attention grabber.
Pearl Izumi Elite聽Thermal Bib Tights ($155)
Venture beyond sweaty trainer sessions with these . Fluorescent blocking on the calves helps drivers recognize you faster.聽
Goal Zero Lighthouse Micro Flash Torch ($25)
This pocket-friendly, puts out a maximum 150 lumens, enough to light your campsite. Bonus for being waterproof and rechargeable.聽
MPowerd Luci聽Outdoor 2.0 Lantern ($15)聽
When space is at a聽premium, this solar-powered, inflatable, flattens out, then puffs back up when needed.聽
Showers Pass Transit Waterproof Pack ($264)聽
Fully weatherized聽and made of ballistic-strength nylon, sports four bright red LEDs. Visible from 500 yards, the lights flicker or pulse to draw eyes.
Coleman Conquer 200L LED Headlamp ($35)聽
Coleman packed this visual aid with features like automatic adjustment and touch-free control鈥攚ave your hand to cycle through lighting modes.聽
Giro Republic LX聽Reflective Cycling Shoes ($190)
Stylish by day, this glows under headlights. A stiff outsole and cleat provide pedaling power if you鈥檙e running late.聽