The Night CyclingSafety Essentials
Riding your bike for daily commutes is great, but seeing and being seen for safe nighttime cycling is even better!
As we mentioned in our article “Why Choose Cycling in the City,” at Shapeheart, we’re all about bike – work – sleep. However, this transport choice requires a few adjustments when winter comes. In this article, we explore the essential safety gear for cycling at night with peace of mind.
Stay Visible
1. Reflective Clothing
Reflective clothing is one of the simplest and most effective ways to stay visible to drivers. It captures headlight beams and reflects them, making you instantly recognizable on the road.
The selection today is broad: rain jackets, vests, and even arm and leg bands to maximize your visibility… Not only do they enhance safety, but they also add a sporty, modern touch to your look. With so many products available, you’re bound to find something more stylish than a classic fluorescent vest (though that works too).
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2. Quality Lights
When night falls, powerful lights on the front and back of your bike are essential. This is where Shapeheart shines: with powerful (160 lumens) magnetic lights, Shapeheart LED lights are incredibly easy to install and detach: just attach them to the mount, and you're set!
It’s convenient, allowing you to store your lights when not in use to prevent theft and keep them handy for recharging. Plus, since the mount stays on the bike, there's no need to detach and reattach elastic bands with each ride—ensuring speed and significantly less wear on the mount!
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3. Helmets with Integrated Lighting
Many modern helmets come equipped with LED lights, adding an extra layer of safety. In addition to protecting your head, these helmets make you visible from afar thanks to their rear lights.
Some models even allow you to choose between different brightness levels or flashing modes to indicate your turns and capture the attention of other road users. Choosing this type of helmet is therefore a double-win decision!
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4. Suitable Phone Mounts
If you need your phone for GPS navigation, to listen to music, or in case of an emergency call, a mount is essential for easy and secure access. Once again, Shapeheart has what you need: our magnetic mounts provide a solid and stable hold. Our mounts have been tested at 70km/h in mountain biking, so rest assured, our magnets are more than enough to hold your phone, even in windy conditions.
And for those who might still be skeptical, we’ve also developed a phone tether
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Equipping yourself for night rides is essential to enjoy safe cycling trips. Reflective clothing, high-performance lights like those from Shapeheart, and illuminated helmets are invaluable allies for ensuring your visibility.
According to a Canadian study from 2004, using these safety accessories could reduce the risk of injury in nighttime cycling accidents by 53%.
So don’t wait—get equipped!
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