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18-11.-2004, 09:00 AM
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Re: Mirrors on bicycles?
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Thats awesome, does anyone know where you can get one of them in Australia? What sort of viewing angle do you get and are things big enough to see properly in the mirror? |
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20-11.-2004, 07:46 AM
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Re: Mirrors on bicycles?
The rectangular mirror 2 cm x 3.5 cm ( 3/4 inch x 1-3/8 inches) positions 5 cm ( two inches) in front of my eyeglasses. I adjust the mirror just so that I cannot see my left ear.
By turning my head slightly I can pan the road behind me. You may wish to query Kinetics re availability in Oz Kinetics, 54 Switchback Road, Bearsden, Glasgow G61 1AE, UK tel/fax: 0141 942 2552, email: mail@kinetics-online.co.uk Opening hours: 9am to 5pm, Tuesday to Saturday. |
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13-12.-2004, 01:09 PM
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Re: Mirrors on bicycles?
My mirror clips to my left eyeglass/sunglass temple. I bought it at the Folks On Spokes Easter 2004 ride near University Park, Illinois. The vendor has appeared at other rides such as Apple Cider Century, Hilly Hundred, TOSRV, etc. It is made from #14 solid electrical wire. The mirror is flat, so there is no optical distortion.
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13-12.-2004, 01:52 PM
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Re: Mirrors on bicycles?
No such luck finding a mirror to stick to the inside of sunglasses. Anyone else know of anything or anywhere else?
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23-12.-2004, 11:46 AM
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Re: Mirrors on bicycles?
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take a look is the best. the best. yup. the best. sho shittin' nuff! |
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11-01.-2005, 10:39 AM
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Re: Mirrors on bicycles?
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I, too, have been using the "take-a-look" eyeglass mirror for years any time I'm riding where motor traffic is overtaking me. Unlike the plastic eyeglass and helmet mounted mirrors (which generally last for one or two rides before breaking off) the "take-a-look" is comparatively indestructible due to its strong wire frame. During long-distance tours, keeping an eye on the mirror has saved me several times from being run down from behind. I have enough time to bail onto the shoulder before being hit by a side mirror on a rented RV southbound on HWY 1. For commuting, it's indispensible in SoCal. |
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12-01.-2005, 01:58 PM
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Re: Mirrors on bicycles?
I've got mirror on the left bar end of my bike (flat handlebar) and wouldn't ride here without it. I've gotten so used to it I can tell distances okay with it and know when to move where in a lane to prevent (or help) cars trying to pass me. When I get a road bike I'll probably not put one on.
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27-01.-2005, 10:11 AM
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Re: Mirrors on bicycles?
I would not be without my helmet mounted mirror. I use the CycleAware Reflex mirror. Most helmet mirrors have a limited lifespan. After a year the swivels tend to get so loose that they are useless. A new one goes on and I am good for another year. I cannot use the mirror for glasses as my cycling glasses bows are to thick. If they were thin I would have one as a emergency backup. The bar end mirrors tend to shake on rough pavement and you have to look away from the road to use them but they are ok also.
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29-01.-2005, 07:42 PM
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Re: Mirrors on bicycles?
I don't have a mirror...I think I'm going to get one that attaches to my helmet or the helmet with the mirror built-in.
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30-01.-2005, 09:24 AM
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Re: Mirrors on bicycles?
Nah, I would forget the mirror for the various reasons -
a) save your pennies b) less clutter on your bike c) you look less of a geek d) keep your neck well stretched by looking over both shoulders - dun get lazy! e) mirror will make you less aware of your surroundings, it's amazing how much your ears can tell you (when you use them properly) before you do glance behind f) it's another thing to replace if it gets stolen or broken my two cents...
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16-02.-2005, 09:27 PM
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Re: Mirrors on bicycles?
I have 2 mirrors on my road commuter/tourer. Right(traffic)=flat. Left(curb)=curved.
Makes for relaxed riding and the ability to influence overtaking traffic. I would rather ride with no mirror than just a curved one. HINT: go to a mirror shop and get them to "try" to put a flat mirror on, your risk. The only time I've missed the mirrors on the race bike is when I took it for a test ride on my very first right hand turn.
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21-02.-2005, 09:51 AM
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Re: Mirrors on bicycles?
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Mirrors on bicycles are ghey. Unless there's something wrong with your neck and you're still determined to bike than by all means...represent! Otherwise you might as well get some battery operated left and right turn signals too while your at it. The only bikes mirrors belong on are motorcycles and lowrider bikes. www.kingzoftheroad.com  |
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08-09.-2005, 10:16 PM
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Re: Mirrors on bicycles?
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i ride a mtb in london i have had a bar end mirror on the right for years and cant ride without it.. you soon learn the distance it covers so distorting distance is not really a problem.. i got it as i see it this way.. without mirror.. i look round some twat steps out i hit them... while looking round (yes it can happen that fast too).. or... i use mirror to glance slightly down from field of view so out of corner of eye i see if anything happens in front at same time.. they are more useful than nothing trust me... you only really need it when coming to junctions, moving across lanes etc..
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12-09.-2005, 04:59 AM
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Re: Mirrors on bicycles?
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bars to be far more satisfactory. When not in use they go into their sleeve and into my tool/accessory bag. Mirros on the bike are always getting broke, I had one stolen once.?! |
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12-09.-2005, 05:32 AM
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Re: Mirrors on bicycles?
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you have them on your glasses? where do i get these from
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