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Planet Bike Blinky Super Flash 1/2-Watt Blaze LED Plus 2 eXtreme LED Rear Bicycle Light
By: Planet Bike       Average Rating: 5.0     Total Reviews: 83
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Be safe, be seen, stay alive     On: 2008-11-30

Whatever else may be said about visibility at night, this light is hard to ignore. At night the flash mode is bright enough to be seen by motorists from a far greater distance than other "blinky" lights. Its definitely an attention grabber. It may be a pricier than most, but its cheap life insurance and way cheaper than a visit to the hospital.
Super Flash is Great     On: 2008-11-23

This light is awesome. With the bright LED blinking, its hard not to be seen. Anything to help from being run over is something needed.
Blindingly bright     On: 2008-11-23

Its nearly impossible to ride behind a rider with this light flashing. The bright LED is ideal for dusk when some daylight remains, it cuts through to following drivers eyes. Ive installed these on three steeds.
Hands down one of the brightest taillights out there right now.     On: 2008-11-22

This thing is bright and well built. I have not had any problems with it so far. Because of its brightness, I use it day and night and feel much safer with it.
Great design in theory, poor quality control     On: 2008-11-20

I have tested countless rear bicycle tail lights. No tail light so far is without problems. Planet Bike makes very good products. To be considered a great tail light a few requirements must be met: Easy, secure mounting, great optics for viewing straight on and from the sides, and a durable, quality switch. Planet Bike has a good, not great mount (the light tends to jiggle in the mount, which may simply be a quality control issue, not a design issue), very good straight on optics, and average optics from the side. Where is fails is in the switch category. I have purchased 4 of these lights, and two of them have defective switches. The light will change modes (from on to off to blinking) when you hit minor defects in the road. 3 stars for the light (very good straight on viewing, average side viewing), 3 stars for the mount, and 0 stars for the switch, arrives at the 2 star rating. They need to either use a Cateye type switch, or a Princeton Tec Swerve type switch.
Extremely Visible, Even in least ideal conditions     On: 2008-11-19

I bought this taillight based on the reviews here on amazon, but I hesitated to provide a review because how am I really supposed to judge how well it works while I am on my bike?

Well today I was driving my car on a very heavily lit busy street, in very foggy conditions, and as I was driving I turned the corner and was immediately aware of a very prominent and frankly slightly annoying blinking red light. It was visible between tons of cars and street lamps, and I drove up closer to try and figure out what light it was and sure enough it was the same light I had purchased for my bike. This to me was plenty of proof that I would not be looked over when I was on my bike, as this light was almost more apparently than all the car tail lights I saw. Amazing.
super bright     On: 2008-11-16

much brighter than the other lights I have used, small, reasonably light, perfect clip for the back of my seatpost bag. Standard batteries. Love it!
Only if you like inflicting seizures on the drivers behind you     On: 2008-11-14

I bought this light before I really did the math. All the reviews here say its great, but everyone seems to use it on flash mode, which I dont like. Its difficult for drivers to gauge the speed and distance of a frantically flashing and blinking light, which is why there are so many laws on the books all over the world banning the mode.

So, this has a steady mode, but if Im doing my math right, two 1000 mAh AA batteries can only light a half-watt LED for a shade over 6 hours. Thats not bad, but I like my rear light to be my last resort light that almost never dies. Plus, most of the light is wasted on a very tight beam, making this just a 2-dollar, disposable tail light to any cars not directly behind you and the perfect distance back to be right where youve aimed the beam. Im going to keep looking for something that will give me a long-lasting, steady glow.
Perfect light but..     On: 2008-11-11

This is my best rear flash light I have ever used so far for the visibility, strength and practice. However, this is not enough if you cant fit it in a visible solid place. If you have a seat bag like I do you have to give up either that or the light as the light will not be visible and will be blocked by the bag. Knowing that you cant just raise the seat randomly and your leg when spread has to be at least 10 degrees, this is a problem.

It only comes with 1 typical mounting solution which doesnt work for my bicycle. The bracelet is not flexible and the light itself will not mount on just any other bracelets. If you want to mount it on the side bridge you may lose flexibility as the flash would have to point up and lose its famous sharp visibility. Unless you install it up side down, but then you may lose the flash on a bump or shock.

I started looking for another bag to set it up somewhere else so I can install the super flash under the seat. Unfortunately, they dont mention this significant issue in the description.

If you are buying the super flash to install it under the seat and you dont use a seat bag, then this is PERFECT for you and youll love it.
Great product     On: 2008-11-09

This is an amazing bright and easy to use light. Much easier to mount than others, and impossibly bright. When you first turn it on, dont stare into the LED - its that bright. A life saver - literally.
wonderful light....very bright....well made     On: 2008-10-30

i had read lots of reviews before making my light purchase. i was scared off from the others that claimed to be poorly made, flemsy, or dim. i chose this planet bike blinky super flash and am very very pleased. makes me very visible on dark, morning commutes to work. i even use it in day time just in case. this thing is small but powerful. its about the size of a large thumb, but that is great with me. i use the clip on back of the light to attach it to my backpack. no problems there at all. i also like that the light is visible from the sides, too. id be surprised if you were able to find a higher quality light for the money.
Very bright     On: 2008-10-28

This is the best rear light I have had - and the smallest. On a recent early morning ride that started in the dark the rider behind me when it was light asked me to turn off the light because it is so distracting and bright. No need to spend money on anything more expensive. I cant change a light bulb at home but had no trouble mounting this just below my seat.
Great product!     On: 2008-10-28

Planet Bike Blinky Super Flash 1/2-Watt Blaze LED Plus 2 eXtreme LED Rear Bicycle Light

If you want to be really seen, then this is the only rear bicycle light to buy!
Super bright!     On: 2008-10-24

This light is super bright, and it has two alternating flash patterns which many other lights do not have. This light really makes you stand out!
Good light, plenty bright, maybe a little too bundeled     On: 2008-10-20

The planet bike blinky super flash (what a name) is small, very bright light that doubles as a flash light. I had rather given up the latter function for a more broad bundle (like 90-180 degrees) for better side visibility but over all it is plenty bright from all sides. It has two modes, continues and an interesting flashing pattern. The big LED gives a double flash and then the two smaller LEDs give two flashes. It flashes quite fast.

Although I have not had it long enough to test it, it seems durable but a little fragile. It is opened by twisting a coin or screwdriver. This works well, but I would not open it every week to recharge the batteries. (So I use non-rechargeable batteries which it even had installed upon delivery.) It has a small weather sealing which so far worked well, I used it in rain without problem. (but it is mounted under the saddle, so somewhat protected from rain.) It comes with mounts to mount it on the seat post or on thinner tubes like the one next to the rear wheel.
Very Bright, best of class     On: 2008-10-16

As far as rear bike lights go - this is the best Ive seen. Comes with fittings for your seat tube or chain stay - which is cool. Also has a clip built in that allows you place it on a backpack or clothing. As close to perfection (though not quite there) as Ive seen. Plus Planet Bike donates to charity.....cool!
Well Designed and Bright     On: 2008-10-11

Im impressed with this light. I do a lot of downhill mtn-bike riding and wanted a light that was bright, as well as durable enough to stay on the bike in the rough stuff. This light is small, super bright and has a pretty solid mount. There are two standard LEDs with one super bright one. I actually have the one that has white LED covers (not red), but the LEDs are red (not white). It has several mounting options and the mounting clip is... well simple, but also just well-designed. There are only 2 modes (flashing or steady) which is enough and makes turning the light on and off simple. The light is also easy to turn on and off and I can do it while Im riding.
Im not one to carry a pack while I do a daily ride, and I dont like stuffing hard objects in my pocket for risk of crashing. The trails are a few miles from my house, so I often return at dusk or in the dark. This light lets me do it without the hassle, weight or need to constantly remove and re-attach the light. I just leave it on. However, if you lock your bike,the mounting bracket has a clip, so you can remvoe the light in a snap.
SuperFlash     On: 2008-10-10

Awesome! Just as every one has said in there riviews here!
I placed my order on 10/06/08 Super Saver(USPS)service and got my Blinky on 10/09/08.

Its quality and small design makes it ideal to mount in more than just on the seat post, The one small clamp fits on my rear fork that comes down from my seat post, Its up above my rear axal 5", I have a rear basket and fender and mounting it on the seat post was not visable with geroceries in my basket and lower down my seat post the finder blocked it from being seen, The larger seat post clamp has the rubber spacer for smaller seatpost and if thats not enough just wrap some electrical tape around your post

Its actually bright enough in the constant "ON" mode on a really dark path or road that one could use it as a headlight! Not that anybody would use it for that but its just that bright!
It could be annoying to some if there stuck sitting behind you in a car when its pretty dark and at a stop light, sign, ect so keep that in mind when you set it up, It can be seen at a 180 degree viewing angle.
A great bike safty investment and a must have!
Excellent     On: 2008-10-09

Its really bright, hooks on and off easily, and well priced. Get seen and this will really highlight your tail!
Safer Riding     On: 2008-10-08

This light is wonderful because it is bright enough to be seen in daylight. That is very useful for cloudy, rainy or just gray days. It makes me feel much safer riding in marginal conditions when I know that I can be seen. So far the light has performed flawlessly and stood up to rain and vibration.
Best tail light     On: 2008-10-08

Best tail light I have found. You can pay more for other lights but you wont find one that is brighter, and with a more eye catching flash pattern. Ive got two of them on the rear of my bike and can be seen 1/2 mile away. Ive had other riders stop and ask me about these lights, as none of the area bike shops carry them.
What a light!     On: 2008-10-03

I live in a smallish city, so we dont exactly have streetlights everywhere. In fact, with the fall closing in and my unwillingness to admit that its getting cold, ive been wearing my sweaters and jackets more often, which just so happen to be dark green and black and grey.

No matter. This light is so bright that when im riding home after my late class, i never worry. Ive only had the light for a few months now, so i cant attest to the longevity, but this is one tough little blinky. Last night i was commuting home from my 7pm class and i got caught in the rain. Pretty nasty stuff, actually. I got soaked. My glasses were fogged up. My light stayed on, didnt fill up with water, didnt short out and kept blinking so that even though i was wearing dark jeans and a black hoodie (with a grey backpack....maybe i need to change these things a little bit) i was still visible. This thing is so bright. I love it.
Amazing Device Straight out of Star Trek     On: 2008-10-01

Purchased this because of the great reviews online. It is super compact and SUPER BRIGHT! If you strapped a couple of these on the roof of your car people would pull over. The only better way to be seen on a bike would be to set yourself on fire! Great product with an amazing price.
Blinkie the best     On: 2008-09-30

I use this light for rowing on a river in the dark. Other boats say it is the brightest and have no trouble spotting me.
Planet Bike Blinky rear light     On: 2008-09-29

Great product; compact and super bright. Flashing mode is very visible. Nice range of mounting options (seat post, rear stay, or clip to a cycle bag). Highly recommended.
When your life is at stake, get the best that money can buy.     On: 2008-09-27

Ive logged more than 30,000 miles on a bicycle. Hands down...this light is amazing! The strobe effect demands attention and overall the brightness is spectacular.

Two more factors to consider are:
* AAA batteries (cheaper and easier than watch-size or N-size to replace)
* Extremely long battery life of up to 100 hours (remarkable, considering how bright this light actually is)

Spend a couple of extra bucks (just like one should for a good helmet) and youll likely NEVER know about the dangers it helped you avoid all together.
Very bright, very noticeable     On: 2008-09-27

This is a very good running light. As everyone else says, in flash mode, it is very noticible and helps keep you safe when you ride in evening or night. About the only minor negative is that the mount is a little bit flimsy, but still good enough.

Planet Bike is just amazing. I dont think they know how to make a bad product or over-price a product.
Best tail light for the price BY FAR     On: 2008-09-26

I, like other reviewers, was surprised at the size of this light. The gal at my LBS told me she loved the light and then showed me how bright it was. I was stunned to see that a light using so little amps could punch out such a bright, red light. It was nearly as bright as my camera flash and just kept going and going. I also thought that it would eat batteries for lunch, but it doesnt. I use Ni-Mh batteries (I want to save the planet) and it runs just a bit under Alkaline batteries for time.

This light can and should be used in the daytime. I get comments from people that say they could easily see me from about 200-300 meters. I have seen only one light brighter and that is the DiNotte light, but that light can run you $200 (and it is worth that). I would even recommend this for walking or jogging.

The PB Blinky will do the job in most cases. Super bright, small, easily mounted and inexpensive. Your life is worth the light. They should be mandatory by law.
Terrifyingly bright     On: 2008-09-24

As everyone else has said, this thing is great. Its honestly an order of magnitude brighter than anything else out there, and the weird pattern of the two sets of LEDs makes it much more noticeable as well. You can definitely see this thing from hundreds of yards away even in full daylight.

The only negative is you need to make sure you hear a click when sliding into the mount. It can look fully seated but vibrate out on rough roads otherwise. Once you hear the click, it stays in through anything.
Simply amazing light!     On: 2008-09-24

Just like everyone else says, this thing is so bright and tiny it is unbelievable. Clip is very strong and fits on the back of my Topeak bike rack. Even in the daytime this light can be seen from a distance. Nothing else like it!
Very blinky!     On: 2008-09-21

I cycle to work and I needed something for the dawn/dusk time period. This light is great! The LEDs are nice and bright and you can use rechargeable batteries with it. One simple button press turns it on in blinker mode, another press switches it to steady mode, and then another one turns it off. The blinker mode is a pattern thats *very* visible and calls attention to itself which is perfect.

It comes with a number of mounts but not one that will allow you to attach it directly to a rack which is a separate, but inexpensive, purchase (Planet Bike Bicycle Tail Light Rack Bracket - 3108). I use a basic clip that it came with and clip it to one of my bags although I will be picking up the mount soon.

I recommend using rechargeable batteries and keep an extra set of alkaline with you as backups in case you suddenly need them.

If a piece breaks, you can go to Planet Bikes website and order a replacement part. They state that in order to promote fixing something instead of throwing it away and buying a new one, they will waive the shipping fee! Awesome.
Nothing short of incredible!!!     On: 2008-09-20

I have tried many different tail lights, cateye and others. I went for my first ride with this on a two hour (32 miles), total dark, road ride. Without exception, every motorized vehicle that passed me gave me a wide berth. I have NEVER experienced such respect while night riding. I dont know if they though they thought I was a cop cycling or what!! Incredible light pattern and brightness. I already had a Cateye with 5 kickin LEDs and thought of having two tailights. Not necessary. Get the Super Flash and get respect.
Bright and Irregular!!     On: 2008-09-20

Ive been bike commuting for over a year now and as I ride around the city, I tend to check out other peoples lights. Several months ago, when the weather got light enough to not need lights when I rode, I resolved that Id invest in this light when I went back to night-riding.

I love it! The irregular flash pattern is incredibly easy to pick up and its very, very bright. Definitely recommend! Particularly for the price!
Great light     On: 2008-09-15

Very bright, with a strong clip, and simple to use. You need a screwdriver to take the mount off, though. I was hit by a car and the light flew into pieces, but nothing actually broke and once put back together it was good as new.
Great tail light     On: 2008-09-13

This is a great bike tail light. Its very visible and I mostly use it in the flash mode. When a friend rides behind me, they claim it is too bright for comfort. This is what is needed for a biker to be seen at night. I wouldnt be without it.
BLINKS UP A STORM!     On: 2008-09-09

I bought two, one for each of my bikes. It was a snap to attach the Blinky to my Trek Soho hybrid, but the coupling would not fit around the stem of my Bianchi 928 Carbon Veloce. So, I attached it to my Bianchi lower, way under the seat, just above the rear brake so as not to interfere with the braking system. It doesnt point straight back, but the strobe lights are piercing enough to tell a driver beware. Very good the Blinky detaches from the snap unit. I carry it in my hydration pack, taking it out to snap on the bike when necessary. Overall it is a gr8 product. If Planet Bike could include an alternate method for thicker stems, it would get 5 stars!
Awesome Light     On: 2008-09-08

This light is so bright and obnoxious that everyone notices it. We both ride Terratrike recumbent tadpoles and when my wife and I ride together whomever is in front has to turn their rear blinky light off. Talk about being in your face, This light is great! Traffic definately notices us!
Great light     On: 2008-09-04

This light is insanely bright. I have no doubts that I will be visible in the night/dawn/dusk/fog, etc.
Great Bike Light     On: 2008-08-19

I ride my bike in the summer months usually early in the morning (before sunrise) or late in the evening (after sunset) just about every day. The reason is that it is cooler. Bought this bike light to improve my visibility - especially to cars sharing the road with me. Basically I just clip the light on the back of my backpack and turn it on or off as needed. I am very pleased with this light. Easy to use, lasts a long time (up to 100 hours) on a single pair of AAA batteries, and throws out a huge amount of light, making me visible from the back for 50 to 100 feet to cars approaching me from the rear. There are cheaper lights out there, but they do not work as well, and when you factor in the cost of a funeral or hospital trip that can be avoided by use of this light, the price (just under $18) seems quite reasonable to me. 5 stars
Concurrence     On: 2008-08-19

Just adding another 5-star data point - I bought two of these and they are indeed BRIGHT. Mounting was easy and solid. Great product.
Super bright     On: 2008-08-18

The light is compact and brighter than all the others in my cycling group. I have not replaced the batteries so I dont know how tough that is yet. Two sizes of tube mounts are included to mount to a seat tube, a smaller tube or it can be snapped onto a loop of a cargo bag.
Bright, innovative blink     On: 2008-08-08

This is a very bright taillight, but its most innovative feature is its blink pattern. Its not the standard blink/strobe, so it really sticks out.

My Blackburn Mars is a wee bit brighter, but the blink pattern on this is more noticeable. I think the two are fairly comparable.

The only downside to this light is that it would be difficult to mount to a rack and the clip is diminutive and not practical for mounting the light securely to a bag or your helmet. If youre mounting it to your seat post you shouldnt have any problems.
Bright and blinky! ....And BRIGHT!     On: 2008-08-04

The others have pretty much said all there is to say: This is a very bright and easy to see rear light with a unique flash sequence that gets noticed.

Between this light and my neon yellow windbreaker saying you didnt see me isnt going to be believed by anyone.
Great price for a great product     On: 2008-07-27

Im very happy with my purchase! Extremely bright, waterproof, durable, easy to use and easy to install.
Almost makes capitalism worth it!     On: 2008-07-14

Im pretty skeptical of most products and companies. If you are not being outright farmed, even the good products are not all that. But, every time I turn on this blinky, "Wow, that is fing great!". It is stupidly wonderful. Planet Bike already made the second best blinky, the Seven, which is really good and somewhat cheaper. They could have just improved that a little and been fine. Instead they gave us the alien technology blinky from the future.

Seriously, this is almost perfect. Solid, good mounts, convenient, excellent battery life, good size, inexpensive if not cheap, almost too bright, very attention getting blink pattern. It is so effective that you can hear when it is on just by the sound of overtaking traffic. It would be nice if it had a wider coverage angle to the sides and up and down, but this is difficult to do. The Planet Bike Seven has extra LEDs that point sideways to help with this, but it is nowhere near as bright (it would be a good complement to the Superflash).

Planet bike also make the best headlight mount in the business. Unfortunately, their LED headlights fail to impress. Hopefully they will put the Superflash team on the headlights soon.

The other blinkys are just sad. Except the DiNotte, which is sexy, bright, beautiful and well over a hundred dollars and might get stolen and make you cry.
Great light     On: 2008-06-18

Installs and removes very easily. Very bright. I has 2 small LEDs that blink (2x) and then the big one at the top flashes. The top LED is very bright. Mine is mounted to the seat post. The light has 2 options: (1) flashing mode or (2) steady mode (just the top, bright LED stays on constantly.
I liiiiiike it !     On: 2008-06-03

Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R2GL4WTURQZ8XX
Flash pattern is ideal     On: 2008-06-02

I have the "stealth" version of this light. Same light but with all clear housing. As a car driver and a bike commuter I know that there have been times I have been driving when I knew there was a flashing light somewhere in the area, but it took me a few seconds to localize it.. i.e., figure out exactly where it was coming from. This light is different.. the flash pattern consists of flash flash FLASH, with the third flash being provided by a brighter LED. The two dimmer flashes help ensure the light will be easy on batteries, while still helping drivers figure out where you are, especially in rain. The bright flash will catch their eye first, allowing teh dimmer flashes to let them home in on you.

I have been considering buying a second one to leave on in the steady mode.. that way youd have to be near blind to not see me at night!
ABSOLUTELY five stars!!     On: 2008-05-23

Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/R2RT8V7R5PY1Q6 This thing is a "MUST HAVE" for any half-way serious cyclist. Day or night, it puts out amazing light so hopefully some dummy in a car wont run over you. Well worth the bucks.
Bright Light     On: 2008-05-18

Researched and have used many light but is light is great. Very bright and has a flashing cycle that makes those in view of this light take notice.
Plan is to put one on each bike.
Planet Bike Blinky Super Flash     On: 2008-04-22

I ride my bicycle to work year round and I needed a tail light where I could easily be seen by motorists. I considered spending a few hundred dollars on a battery powered tail light but after seeing a review here on Amazon I decided to give the blinky a try. If the blinky did not work out I could always by the battery powered device. I have been thrilled with my decision. I bought two and use one on my helmet and one on my bike. A few friends who have seen me around town have commented as to how easy it was to see me from a distance. One friend commented that he thought I was a police car in the distance. I suspect that some day I will break down and spend the extra money for the $200+ battery operated tail light. But until then, I feel very safe and well seen in using the Planet Blinky.
Bright and Visible even in Daylight     On: 2008-04-05

I really like the brightness of the center blinking LED - it is extremely bright. I even use it during the day time to help me be seen as I ride the city streets of San Jose. I own two of these - one for each bike. I wouldnt be without it. It is easy to turn on/off, and it is not likely to fall off its bracket (like Ive had other tail lights do). You should get one too!!!
Best Taillight Ever!     On: 2008-03-24

I have experimented with several different taillights from several different manufacturers, and this one is, by far, the best. It has all of the advantages: it is very bright and highly visible from a distance, it uses standard batteries (which allows for the use of rechargeables), it is lightweight, and it is well-built. All of the taillights that I had tried before this one suffered from one flaw or another (they used watch batteries with limited duration, they were not well-built and were easily broken, would fall off easily, etc.), but this one does not appear to have any substantial flaws. Not cheap, but worth every penny!
GOOD SCOOTER LIGHT     On: 2008-03-05

This light works on my scooter as i must use it to shop and get outside. The small lights that came on it did not have me feeling safe . Now i feel better and i use the light for daytime also.
Brightest tail light you'll find for the price.     On: 2008-02-25

I know of 2 other brands of bike tail lights that are brighter, but they each cost quite a bit more than $100. This one cost me less than $20. It is quite bright and its blinking pattern is attention getting, which is what you want. But, it could be better. The bright LED has a very narrow beam. To be most effective, the light should aim straight back horizontally, or even a slight bit up. If not aimed properly, the brightest part of the beam may be ineffective. If it is clipped to a seat bag, it may not be aimed properly since there really is no way to adjust it. If the seat post or seat stay mounts are used, the beam may still be aimed too high or too low. The mounts have small "teeth" that mesh at the pivot point to adjust it up and down. The problem for me was I could not adjust it to stay aimed horizontally, the teeth would mesh so it aimed either too high, or too low. I finally made a rubber spacer out of old inner tube to by-pass the teeth so they wouldnt mesh, and was able to get it aimed as I liked. Another thing I dont like is the body of the light is made of fairly soft plastic, so when you use a coin to open it for a battery change the coin groove will get a little mis-shapened. Finally, the light has a rubber like seal where the red lens fits against the body to make it weather proof, but I have read reports on some bicycle forums that water can leak in between the clear lens and red lens. The clear lens is just snapped into the red lens opening and reports are that when riding in wet weather the "rooster tail" of water thrown up by the rear tire sprays on the lens and water leaks in. I havent had a rainy ride since I got the light, so I can only say time will tell. I am glad I made this purchase, it is bright, but not blindingly so to drivers. I ride a lot at night during the hot summer, and this light gives me a higher sense of security. Now more cars move further away when passing me instead of nearly side swiping as they pass. If you want to order this light, be careful that you dont order the cheaper one with the black body. It has the same look as this one, but doesnt have the bright LED. ADDED: The light should lock in place with a small click when attached to its mount. If it doesnt, you have to hold the light in place and lightly press the mount "tail" toward the light until you feel the click. Do the opposite to remove it. Now I no longer have to press it, it clicks when I put the light in the mount. This is not mentioned in the instructions. This will keep the light from bouncing out of the mount on a bumpy road.
night fishing on a very busy lake     On: 2008-02-18

I use 10 of the Planet Bike Blinky Super Flash Tail Lights on my small row boat when I go night fishing on a very busy lake. Near dusk they work well and in darkness they are perfect for alerting fast moving speedboats, ski cycles and bigger boats to my presence. I use 2 when I Bike. I love the product.
Very good rear light     On: 2008-02-10

I use rechargeable Ni-Mh batteries in this rear light, but still it provides very good light, with 2xAAA 900mA/H it can run for at least 50 Hr with good visibility, after that the light becomes softer.
I only use the flashing mode, just to be seen by cars. And it is very visible.
planet bike "super flash" led rear blinker     On: 2008-01-25

This product is by far the best rear, red light led blinker, that I could find. I use it during the day to increase my visibility. I commute approx 5 miles to work year round (my return home is in the dark) . Blinker has performed beautifully even in 10 degree F conditions. Excellent product. It is well worth the price!
Great light!!!     On: 2008-01-21

After years of commuting in the cold, dark, rainy days in Seattle, I found this to be the best rear light yet. I have two of them, on my seat post and seat stay. Not only are they super bright, but they also hold up to the mud, dirt and grime. The battery seems to last forever and its 100% waterproof.
Would be a great safety addition for anyone from recreational rider to hard core commuter. All around great product!
SuperFlash is bright     On: 2008-01-20

So far it is a very bright light that I feel confident to have on the back of my bike. I purchased this light along with a cateye TL-LD610. I feel sure that the combo of these 2 will ensure I am visible for drivers from behind. I have seen other superflash lights on group rides & some of them are not that bright, but I think they just need new batteries. All in all a great product in my opinion.
a MUST HAVE!     On: 2008-01-18

the smallest brightest light ever..and half the price of REI. EVERY biker should have one!
Best compact flasher out there..     On: 2008-01-14

I love this compact flasher. I have used a strap of velcro and attached it to my helmet for commuting at night and have been told by motorists that I looked like a x-mas tree. (well, that the whole point aint it ?). I commute a lot at night and have a couple of these that I attach to my riding backpacks (Deuter Race-X Air and Deuter TransAlpine30). Overall it does a much better job than my heavy and unreliable Cateye TL-LD1100 which it attached to my seatpost. The only beef that I have with this light is
1. The clip, it keeps slipping off. How difficult is it for the designers to put a little nipple at the bottom of the clip to prevent it from sliding off. I have lost a couple of lights.
2. I wish this light was not so expensive and used a 1 watt led.
Planet Bike Super Flash Rear Light     On: 2008-01-07

The best and brightest rear bike light. So bright, it may be difficult to follow a rider with one in a pace line. Well made, weatherproof, long-lasting, and easy to operate.
Protect yourself from the drivers     On: 2008-01-05

The half-watt extremely bright flashing led in this light is a real attention-getter. I have two mounted, one front and one rear. If its quite dark, I can see the flash reflecting from stop-signs more than 50 yards away. Ive been using them for twice-a-day rides lasting about 20 minutes each for about a month now; they seem to be pretty easy on the batteries.

You need to occasionally ensure that its still securely held: the clip that retains it has a very tiny ledge that doesnt really do the job. This needs some re-design.
If you need a rear bicycle light, look no farther     On: 2007-12-28

I read the very positive reviews on Amazon before deciding to try the Planet Blinky Super Flash. I have several LED flashlights and I knew the 1/2 watt LED would be bright, but you have to see this to believe it. It is small and light and easy to install with several mounting options. I ride 4 times a week on public roads so I use this exclusively during the day on flashing mode. I dont think it is my imagination but cars give me a wider berth than before installing this light. My wife said she could see my flashing light over a mile ahead on a bright Arizona day. If you want to be really seen, then this is the only rear bicycle light to buy. Ive had it for over two months and Im still on the same batteries that came with the unit!
Bottom Line - The Best     On: 2007-12-25

I came across a video on YouTube with this rear bike light and just had to buy it. The unique flash pattern reminds me of emergency services (think ambulance) so you get noticed. i wanted to see how effective this light was so i had a friend ride my bike in front of my while I observed from behind. You would have to be blind not to notice this light.
Ow! My eyes! This light is awesomely bright and life saving.     On: 2007-12-23


I have to ride my bike on an industrial road to get to and from work. Believe me, I realllllly want to be visible at night on the way home. This light does the job, its amazingly bright and the trucks see me from way off, I can hear them slow down (which also helps calm my nerves on that annoying road).

The bike shop could have sold me a more expensive light, they had them, and I was ready to plonk down the money necessary to stay alive on my daily commute. When I told them "I dont want to die on my way home", they instantly recommended this light. I am very, very happy they did.
Best tail light for a bike. Period.     On: 2007-12-11

This taillight is bright and will certainly catch the attention of motorists after dark. Watch out, though. Looking directly at the flashing light at close range could cause permanent retinal damage. You have been warned.
great product!     On: 2007-12-03

I am a bike commuter and in the winter lighting is important. The Planet Bike Super Flash is bright, seems to go forever, very visible, and reasonably priced. I use two of them attached to my backpack. Very pleased with this product!
Fantastic! Recommended as the brighest light ever made.     On: 2007-11-11

I was searching for a rear light that could be viewed for long distances. And it really does this. It isnt like other cheaper bicycle taillights that you probably meet in internet ("chinese models"). They do not guarantee visibility far from you. Forget about it. Think in your security, mainly if you are a night biker.
Planet Bike Blinky Super Flash     On: 2007-11-03

This is an excellent, bright, easy to use, and reasonably priced light. My only complaint is that I wish its mounting options allowed it to be mounted to the rear rack on my commuting bike. However, I feel confident riding home in the dark with this flashing behind me.
Happy with purchase.     On: 2007-10-30

The reviews on this light did not lead me astray. The photo is misleading as I too was expecting a big clunker of a light. It is about an inch shorter than my ipod shuffle, if you remember what those look like, and only slightly wider, perfect size. The blink mode is definitely an attention grabber. Comes with a mount for the seat post and seat stay. Slides onto mount and has a security snap to keep it in position. Dont know if Id trust it to stay clipped to a belt loop. Anyway, Im happy with the purchase.
Light of the Night     On: 2007-10-29

This is easily the best rear taillight on the market today. If you do much riding at night you should invest in one of these.
Very visible     On: 2007-10-28

Just what I was looking for! Its very visible, given how its lights flash in an asynchronized manner. Its easy to use and luckily designed so that it doesnt trip on by mistake.
Very visible     On: 2007-10-27

Just what I was looking for! Its very visible, given how its lights flash in an asynchronized manner. Its easy to use and luckily designed so that it doesnt trip on by mistake.
A home run for self powered tail lights.     On: 2007-10-25

This light is the best bike tail light for under thirty dollars. Sure, there are bigger and brighter lights, but those always cost more and dont even touch the battery life of this light. Despite this lights size, it manages to emit a very powerful flash that can last over 100 hours. This light is even noticeable in daylight due to its flash pattern.
Not only do you get Planet Bikes life time warranty with this light, but it is also a very well supplied package with multiple mounting options and included batteries.

My only gripe with this light is the side angle visibility. At this price however, that might be asking too much of an already great light. You could always buy two and mount them at different angles if you were so concerned with sideways visibility.
Awesome little blinkie     On: 2007-10-24

Cannot believe how brightly annoying this little device is... i installed 3 of these in my mtb. I look like a christmas tree on wheels but it definitely helped a lot with my visibility while cycling the road.

For the price, planet bike has a winner.
Awesome little blinkie     On: 2007-10-23

Cannot believe how brightly annoying this little device is... i installed 3 of these in my mtb. I look like a christmas tree on wheels but it definitely helped a lot with my visibility while cycling the road.

For the price, planet bike has a winner.
Bright & Beautiful!     On: 2007-10-02

It claims to be the brightest bike tail light in the planet... its not... its the brightest bike tail light in the universe! Its small yet super bright, I like the powerful flash pattern and that it comes with two AA batteries. I also like the fact that you could mount it varies ways - I enjoy running and biking (all in the morning before the sun rises) and I simply attach this light to either my shorts or by bike. You cant miss if you buy this product, I stronger recommend it.
Second only to the DiNotte.
by: slider2699    On: 2007-09-27

I have used the Superflash since it hit the market last year. Planet Bike has definitely hit a home run with this one. Its very affordable, cheaper than the much-vaunted Cateye LD-100, but its brighter than everything but the DiNotte($150+). I use a Superflash on my seatbag, and one on the blinky strap on my Bell Metro helmet(another excellent product). Those two lights get me plenty of respect from motorists.

If money is no object, buy the DiNotte. Its the best light available. 140 lumens of red flasher will get the job done. But using a couple of Superflashes is an excellent choice. Bright, attention getting, lightweight, affordable, and made by a company who gives money to bicycle charities. I love it.
Second only to the DiNotte.     On: 2007-09-26

I have used the Superflash since it hit the market last year. Planet Bike has definitely hit a home run with this one. Its very affordable, cheaper than the much-vaunted Cateye LD-100, but its brighter than everything but the DiNotte($150+). I use a Superflash on my seatbag, and one on the blinky strap on my Bell Metro helmet(another excellent product). Those two lights get me plenty of respect from motorists.

If money is no object, buy the DiNotte. Its the best light available. 140 lumens of red flasher will get the job done. But using a couple of Superflashes is an excellent choice. Bright, attention getting, lightweight, affordable, and made by a company who gives money to bicycle charities. I love it.
Blinding!     On: 2007-09-04



Currently, I have four bicycle taillights in my possession, including the new Cateye Opticube. The superflash is by far the brightest. Interestingly, it is also the smallest and weighs in at a diminutive 53 grams. When I first opened the box, I was actually disappointed as I expected something 2-3 times as large. Planet Bike truly hit a homerun with the Blinky Superflash.

With the incredible brightness of the main LED, this light is visible from a distance on a sunny day at noon. I havent seen anything like it. In addition to the sheer intensity, visibility is enhanced by an interesting flash pattern that combines two smaller LEDs to produce a Morse-code-like signal.

As far as I can tell at this juncture, there are no design flaws with the Superflash. For my purposes, however, I would have preferred a larger clip for use on my backpack.

Pros
Extremely bright
Small
Built-in reflector
Sturdy housing

Cons
Could use a slightly larger clip for attaching to a backpack (very minor)
Too directional (i.e. not enough spread)
Blinding!     On: 2007-09-03



Currently, I have four bicycle taillights in my possession, including the new Cateye Opticube. The superflash is by far the brightest. Interestingly, it is also the smallest and weighs in at a diminutive 53 grams. When I first opened the box, I was actually disappointed as I expected something 2-3 times as large. Planet Bike truly hit a homerun with the Blinky Superflash.

With the incredible brightness of the main LED, this light is visible from a distance on a sunny day at noon. I havent seen anything like it. In addition to the sheer intensity, visibility is enhanced by an interesting flash pattern that combines two smaller LEDs to produce a Morse-code-like signal.

As far as I can tell at this juncture, there are no design flaws with the Superflash. For my purposes, however, I would have preferred a larger clip for use on my backpack.

Pros
Extremely bright
Small
Built-in reflector
Sturdy housing

Cons
Could use a slightly larger clip for attaching to a backpack (very minor)
Too directional (i.e. not enough spread)
more top-notch bike gear from Planet Bike     On: 2007-08-31

I had to toss my otherwise serviceable Blackburn rear light when the brittle plastic mounting clip failed after about two years of use. Determined to purchase a quality replacement, the Planet Bike brand was the obvious choice. Like the well-worn Planet Bike headlight Ive been using, this model taillight is made from a durable plastic that resists cracking from normal patterns of wear, such as accompanies attaching and detaching lights from their mounts when parking bikes. Anyone who rides a lot in the city knows that leaving lights attached to parked bikes is a bad idea. Since the Planet Bike people are avid cyclists, their designs reflect this consideration and the result is durable mounting systems. It is also worth mentioning that this light is extremely bright, rivaling car taillights for visibility on dark streets. A very fine piece of gear from a company run by enthusiasts and definitely not the last item Ill buy from this company.
almost blinded myself!     On: 2007-08-27

Just got this taillight in the mail a week or so ago and I am still amazed how bright it is! I ride a Sun EasySport AX recumbent bike and the smaller of the 2 mounts fits perfect on the frame of the seat. Its easy to remove from the mount and clip on shirt,belt or pack. I was using another led taillight, unsure of the brand, and it looks like a dim nightlight compared to the Super Flash. There may be brighter taillights out there, though youd probably have to get one of those expensive battery-hogging strobes to do it. This is the only LED taillight Ive yet seen that even mentions the word "watt". If youve ever used a Luxeon LED flashlight, they start at I think 1 watt, well this thing seems about that bright! Although I havent tried it yet during daytime rides, Im pretty sure that it will be seen then too. Just dont look directly at it from close range.
almost blinded myself!     On: 2007-08-26

Just got this taillight in the mail a week or so ago and I am still amazed how bright it is! I ride a Sun EasySport AX recumbent bike and the smaller of the 2 mounts fits perfect on the frame of the seat. Its easy to remove from the mount and clip on shirt,belt or pack. I was using another led taillight, unsure of the brand, and it looks like a dim nightlight compared to the Super Flash. There may be brighter taillights out there, though youd probably have to get one of those expensive battery-hogging strobes to do it. This is the only LED taillight Ive yet seen that even mentions the word "watt". If youve ever used a Luxeon LED flashlight, they start at I think 1 watt, well this thing seems about that bright! Although I havent tried it yet during daytime rides, Im pretty sure that it will be seen then too. Just dont look directly at it from close range.
brightest tail lights you can get     On: 2007-05-16

they are very bright so the idiots even in the police depRTMENT can see
them at night.
Brightest light ever!!     On: 2007-03-28

This is the ONE light if you want to be seen at night. It is unbelievably bright. Dont get the one with the black back as that is an older model and no where as bright as this one. EVERYONE who sees this light gets one as it is the brightest theyve ever seen!!
Great Tail Light!!!
by: Anonymous    On: 2007-02-07

This light is bright! I purchased this to put on a second bike. My other bike has a Cateye LD600, which is a good light, but not nearly as intense as the Superflash. Very happy with this.

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