Submitted by
Riderstrider
a Weekend Warrior
from Rockville, MD
Date Reviewed: October 13, 2005
Strengths: Very bright, reliable, light weight, easy to use, easy to mount/dismount.
Weaknesses: I wish the run time were 3 hours on single battery. My commute is about 2 hours, but sometimes 2.25-2.5 hours, so I need to run two lights, cabeza and bar mounted, which together work great on trail stretch of route.
Bottom Line:
Overall, a very high quality product, works as advertized, with good customer support (they responded quickly to questions). Together with the L&M solo bar mount light, the brightness is more than enough, even at 30 mph on the road. Bulbs are replaceable (unlike HID lamps, which cost $$$ to replace). Sometimes tempted to go the HID route, but these two lights work great, so no need to switch.
Submitted by
bill bollinger
a Cross Country Rider
from redding, ca
Date Reviewed: January 1, 2004
Strengths: works better than any light I have had, lightweight, adjustable, reliable, long burn time, bright light
Weaknesses: people don't know about it
Bottom Line:
This light is the way lights should be. Outclasses nightrider by a long shot. The lightweight lamp can hardly be noticed on your head. Perfect as a first light. Works very well by itself, but to get good depth perception on rough trails you neeed to use a handlebar light with it. It is fast to charge and burns long.
Similar Products Used: nightrider cyclops & digital head trip
Bike Setup: kona hei-hei, xtr
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Submitted by
Andy
a Cross Country Rider
from Boulder, CO
Date Reviewed: September 24, 2003
Strengths: Very light and much smaller than I expected. I have an old Niterider unit that is MUCH heavier and cumbersome.
Weaknesses: Button on lamp gets stuck. Minor glitch which was remedied by talking to Patrick at Light&Motion. Other postings are correct--Patrick is a good guy and very helpful.
Bottom Line:
Unit shipped without the screw that holds the lamp to the helmet mount. Unit also shipped with a button on the lamp that got stuck. After talking to Patrick at L&M both situations were quickly remedied. L&M gets brownie points for good customer service. ---FYI to others with LM Cabeza Logic units purchased summer/fall of 2003----you may need to pop the black rubber button off the lamp and trim the flap off the post in the underside of the button. If the button isn't smooth on the bottom, it won't engage the electrical switch underneath. Very simple to fix. Takes 15 seconds with nail clippers to trim the flap off the bottom. DON'T TRIM TOO MUCH
Similar Products Used: Niterider Trailrat, Niterider Pro6
Bike Setup: Schwinn Homegrown
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Submitted by
skiman
a Cross Country Rider
from Sydney, NSW, Aus.
Date Reviewed: May 8, 2003
Strengths: Good battery life, nice light battery.
Light doesn't weigh much at all, hardly notice it on your head.
Weaknesses: Reserve Mode doesn't last long enough (not enough of a warning that it's going flat)
Could use a cable tie at the back of the helmet to prevent strain on the cable from the light unit.
Bottom Line:
Overall, a beauty! Used NiteRiders in the past until the battery exipred, bought these after I read tons of BAD reviews of NiteRiders, haven't looked back since.
If you are choosing between a helmet and bar mounted light for cost/weight reasons, go the helmet light first. Being able to look EXACTLY where you are going is a BIG advantage on the trail.
Out of the box, the light doesn't look 'clean' on the road (lots of black spots around the outside) until the bezel is rotated to give a sharper sport which gives cleaner light around the edge.
Reserve Mode (when the battery is almost flat) lasted all of about a minute! Thought there was something wrong with it until I pulled my helmet off and noticed the LED's flashing. Would be better if Reserve Mode kicked in earlier.
Submitted by
Steve
a Cross Country Rider
from Carlsbad, CA
Date Reviewed: November 27, 2002
Strengths: Burn time with adjustable settings, Weight, durability and construction, compact battery, perfect in conjuction with a bar mount.
Weaknesses: With a wide beam I don't get enough light, with a spot beam it is too focused out in front. I tried using this light by itself but feel a lot more comfortable using it as a supplement to my bar mount, turbo charger cost mucho extra so I have the basic 15 hour trickle charger.
Bottom Line:
I really like this light. I know bar vs helmet mount is an endless debate, and when it comes right down to it I wasn't satisfied with just a bar mount so I got this for a helmet mount for trail riding.
I decided on this specific model for one reason, the longer burn time at 4.4 hours at the lowest setting. While I usually ride at the 10w setting (13w is too much of a wash out for me), I like knowing that on fire roads I can dump it down to 7w, or if I get a flat and I need light, the 7w is just enough with less risk of running out my battery. I ride between 2-3 hours so I do run that risk.
The battery is a perfect size and fits nicely in the mesh pocket on my camelback. Slight complaint about the wiring as its a little long and it sometimes gets hung up on the underside on my camelback, so when I move my head I sort get a little tugging. Just a matter of running it thru the pack properly.
I rarely night ride on two consecutive nights, and probably couldn't anyway because I couldn't affor the turbo charger. It would be a nice to have but if it costs more and you won't be doing a 24 hour race, not a big deal.
Very well constructed as L+M got started making lights for SCUBA divers. I'm giving it a 4 on value rating because of hefty price tag. Sometimes I wonder if it was completely worth it, but by no means do I worry about it a year later.
Submitted by
Jason Guhse
a Cross Country Rider
from San Diego, CA, USA
Date Reviewed: November 13, 2002
Strengths: Great light output from a small package. Lightweight. Sweet battery charger. Adjustable vertical mount angle.
Weaknesses: Coiled cord would be easier to manage.
Bottom Line:
I bought this light along with a handlebar mounted ARC light for nighttime rides with my buddies & an adventure race that was held at night. The Cabeza Logic by itself works very well, but does get washed out by the insanely white light of the ARC. It does help when carving around tight corners to put the light where you want it, or if you need to work on your bike due to a flat or somthing like that, but in a straight line, the ARC puts out so much light by itself that the addition of the helmet light is not real noticeable. One odd thing ... the different colors of the lights do play tricks on your eyes. If you're thinking about a bar mount/helmet mount combo setup, I'd get the Cabeza Logic in a heartbeat, but combine it with the Dual or Solo Logic lights so that they're the same color and complement one another better. That would make for a sweet setup.
I ended up using the Cabeza Logic for the run portion of the adventure race after comparing it against a Petzyl headlamp & the difference was ridiculous. My teammate & I ran a training loop together, both with $50 headlamps from REI & did fine, but had to be careful of our footing over the trail. I switched to the L&M light for the second lap & we were both amazed. We were able to run full stride with confidence & my buddy just turned his light off altogether ... it was useless. During the race, this was a huge advantage over the rough terrain & the teams that we passed consistently commented about the light since it would completely drown out theirs as we approached. It was awesome!
If you're looking for a high quality light from a reputable manufacturer who know what they're doing and stand behind their product...look no further. If you can't afford the ARC, this is your next best bet. I'm amazed by the brightness of this light and how well it sits on the helmet and stays out of my way. I also have a Jet Lite mounted on the bar and I like the L&M better, although the Jet Lite is a good product too. I think the ability to adjust the beam width is key. I was thinking about going with just a helmet mount to save costs, but opted to go with the L&M helmet and JetLite bar. I can say now that I wouldn't want to go with just one light, but if I had to, I'd opt with a helmet mount.
Submitted by
Bill
a Cross Country Rider
from Hoboken
Date Reviewed: September 17, 2002
Strengths: Bright, light and infinitely adjustable. Battery genuinely lasts 1 hr 45 min on high setting, and longer if you use low settings while you climb or perform repairs.
Weaknesses: None, zero, zilch
Bottom Line:
The light is awesome, after one year of use it has never let me down. It can be found for under 140 if you look and has better features than the night rider (ie swivel and adjustable beam).
The battery is small, and easy to carry. If you ride at night you can come home, throw it on the normal charger, go to bed, unplug it when you wake, and bada-bing, it is good to go.
Similar Products Used: Cate eye - bar mount, nite rider
Bike Setup: Yeti ASR
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Submitted by
ben baker
a Cross Country Rider
from portland or
Date Reviewed: May 10, 2002
Strengths: super bright
Weaknesses: would not work with me on no second charger
Bottom Line:
I HOPE THEY CAN CHANGE THE WAY LIGHTS AND CHARGERS ARE SOLD. HOW HARD CAN IT BE TO SELL THEM SEPARATELY.I NEEDED TWO LIHGTS AND ONE CHARGER AND NO WAY THEY COULD DO IT. "HE SAID THATS THE WAY THEY COME" WELL MAKE COME A NEW WAY AND ALL WILL BE COOL WITH ME.ALMOST A GOOD THING. :)
Strengths: VERY light and brilliant bright light output. Turbo charger rules! Adjustable output and beam pattern.
Weaknesses: Huh?
Bottom Line:
I haven't raced it yet but this light rocks! Its unbelievably lightweight and the output is crazy bright. The ability to adjust the beam is key. Most spot patterns are "dead" in the center, when dialed to a more spot setting, this light has equal coverage across the entire spectrum. The turbocharger can actaully charge this light in under three hours! Give Chris Wilcox a call and he'll hook you up. As good as this light is, the customer service is even better. Thanks Chris. Now quit reading and go order one of these, you'll be groovin on life after you do.
Similar Products Used: Niterider Headtrip, Marwi Elite
Bike Setup: And this has what to do with the light?
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Submitted by
Kyle
a Cross Country Rider
from Roanoke, VA, USA
Date Reviewed: January 31, 2002
Strengths: Lightweight,Ulitmate adjustment (even swivels), cord connects to the battery rather than the light, sideview LEDs for enhanced defensive visibility, compact-logically designed batterys, turbo charger is the bomb.
Weaknesses: The fact that they don't outsell Niterider with a far superior product.
Bottom Line:
These hardcore lights were designed from the ground up from guys that know what they are doing. Light and Motion got into this from the diving lights industry (when you're in a cave 100 feet under the ocean, your light is pretty important). These guys make beautiful battery cases, elegant and finished, so it doesn't look like somebody just soldered it together on his tool bench. The bar mount lights use a neat cannister--kind of like a propane bottle--with a big rubber band that holds it perfectly, pitch free, in the water bottle cage (Q: Why does a water bottle battery HAVE to BE a water bottle? A: It doesn't!).
The coolest thing about these lights--all of them--is that they attach at the battery. This is fabulous for two reasons: 1)If you're goint to have trouble with a light, it likely will be at the joint. The light gets a lot of motion, and twisting and jolting forces that can and do damage the connector and putting you out of business. With my Marwi light, I even had the connector pull out when hooked on a branch. Not convenient on radical descents. With the joint on the battery, a stable position, these negatives are alleviated. 2)When you're done with your ride, and it's time to recharge, you just pop the battery loose, leaving the gangly cord behind, and pop the battery on the charger (Turbo Charger upgrade HIGHLY recommended). This is particularly convenient with the bar mount light because the spare cord stays coiled on the bike. You're ready-to-go the next night by simply placing the bottle in the cage and snapping in the connector. This is a very clean, very cool design that as far as I know, is exclusive to Light and Motion.
The three way switch really works, and works great. The swivelling head is not available on Niterider, but is truly functional.
Without question, right now there is no other light worth buying when compared with the Light and Motion line. Beating them will be hard to do. And since there priced right alongside Niterider, they're actually much less expenseive because their value is so much higher.
Strengths: It is a light-weight, well-built light. Easy to adjust on the fly.
Weaknesses: Same ones that other people have mentioned-- light can't be easily removed and the cord is permanently attached.
Bottom Line:
I use the light for commuting. In the 20 miles between home and work, I have 42 stop lights and 24 stop signs. My biggest problem is drivers turning in front of me. With the light, I can quickly shine it in their eyes and know that they see me. I also use the Solo logic on my handlebars. My only other complaint is that after buying the Cabezza Logic Turbo, the folks at Light and Motion would not sell me another light without a charger.
Submitted by
BigO
a Weekend Warrior
from Monterey, CA
Date Reviewed: October 29, 2001
Strengths: Bright Light, dependable, small battery, lightitself is not noticeable on your helmet, adjustability is great
Weaknesses: None I have ever found
Bottom Line:
Have raced in 24hr events for the past two years borrowing these lights from friends or the guys at L&M directly. Always worked in every race and training ride, and never gave me a bit of hassle. Finally broke down and bought a set.
They are great lights and do all you could ask for. As an added plus--the guys at L&M are very cool and the shop is just blocks away from my house!
Strengths: 1)Adjustable beam 2)Bright white beam with three settings 3)Lightweight 4)Quality construction 5)Excellent customer service 6)Quickcharger works well 7)Small battery
Weaknesses: 1)Standard velcro strap mounting a bit of a pain to set up 2)Cord management could be neater
Bottom Line:
The low power setting makes for an ideal commuter light, (drivers are VERY aware of you) while the full power setting is ideal for deserted roads and trails.
Similar Products Used: 15W vistalight systems, Turbocat 32W system, Nightrider Digital 12
Bike Setup: Merlin XL Custom 'Cross w/ Dura-Ace/ XTR parts, Syncros steel revolution cranks, Kelly steel fork, Ritchey WCS cockpit
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Submitted by
Steve
a Downhiller
from Wake Forest, NC
Date Reviewed: March 15, 2001
Strengths: Bright, Long Burn Time, Lightweight and Durable
Weaknesses: You can not remove the cord from the lamp housing and the lamp is semi-permanantly attached to the helmet mount. I would like to take the lamp off and leave the mount on for day rides.
Bottom Line:
The strengths of this light far outweigh its weaknesses. The light output and adjustable beam pattern make for and excellent light to ride by. On the not too technical trails, I can run it on the middle power setting with my bar light (old night rider classic) off and still see fine. It has been whacked by several tree limbs and jarred from who knows what and seems to work like new. Chris at Light and Motion was great about providing me with the information I needed prior to purchase. I am going to give it five stars since there is not a 4.5 for not being able to remove the light from the mounting bracket (useful if you ride alot in both the day and night so you don't have to mount and dismount the light between every ride).
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