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[Closed] Helmet torch like a Joystick but cheaper?

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Mainly for winter road rides...
Im after a helmet mounted torch light thats not a real cheapy zoomable cree torch. That preferably fits in the jostick helmet mount.

Moon on stick might work...


 
Posted : 04/09/2015 1:08 pm
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older used joystick


 
Posted : 04/09/2015 1:10 pm
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I had a fenix which I just zip tied to a vent in my lid was great.


 
Posted : 04/09/2015 5:21 pm
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deal extreme do one. Ultrafire (something) I think it's called. I had one for a while. Just about bright enough for a helmet light.


 
Posted : 04/09/2015 5:53 pm
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this one I think

http://www.dx.com/p/ultrafire-v6-t60-xm-lt6-3-mode-1200-lumen-white-led-flashlight-with-strap-black-1-x-18650-100173#.Vena5SgVhBc

it's not far off a joystick to be fair. I have a few exposures now but mainly because they are easier to recharge/live with.


 
Posted : 04/09/2015 5:55 pm
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old model joystick in a sale?


 
Posted : 04/09/2015 5:59 pm
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Gemini xera flashlight fits the mount. Good little light and batteries are easy to change out on the trail.


 
Posted : 04/09/2015 6:51 pm
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If not a cheapy torch, a slightly more expensive one? Joystick mount is fantastic, my £5 torch fits nicely in one and apart from a little extra weight it's better than any joystick I've used or seen.


 
Posted : 04/09/2015 7:09 pm
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Ive got some good quality 18652 batteries.. Its just the cheap torches ive bought tend to fail on the switches and have questionable waterproofness...

What torch please NW?


 
Posted : 04/09/2015 7:12 pm
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There were lezyne power drives on ebay for 30quid last week, 600 lumens. I bought one to compliment a more powerful light - very good


 
Posted : 04/09/2015 7:17 pm
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I have a Lezyne. Would definitely recommend


 
Posted : 04/09/2015 7:27 pm
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Exposure joystick from Rutland cycling?

Been using mine for the evening club rides on road for the last few weeks, I think I need a rear light to blind people, seems to be the norm


 
Posted : 04/09/2015 7:29 pm
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What torch please NW?

Just a generic XML single 18650 number, might be this one:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/UltraFire-2200Lm-Cree-XML-T6-LED-Flashlight-18650-Torch-UK-Stock-T418-/161727772034?hash=item25a7b9f582

I had to retighten the switch at one point but it's been fine otherwise, for a couple of years now


 
Posted : 04/09/2015 7:30 pm
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What's the internal diameter of the joystick mount?


 
Posted : 04/09/2015 7:30 pm
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Lezyne do a USB rechargeable one with built in rear light. The helmet mount is as good as the exposure one. Macro duo?


 
Posted : 04/09/2015 9:04 pm
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+1 for Lezyne
Got mine free with an mbuk sub last year and it's been excellent
Bit fatter than my joystick though so I bought a separate mount (only £3.99)


 
Posted : 04/09/2015 11:26 pm
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Leyzene are on sports pursuit at the moment.


 
Posted : 05/09/2015 6:17 am
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http://www.ultimatesportsengineering.com/exposure-lights/outlet-store outlet store?


 
Posted : 05/09/2015 10:09 am

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