Bicycle mirrors | Ride safely
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Why do we need it?
The need for a bicycle mirror depends where you ride your bike. If you usually just ride your bicycle off road then the need for a bicycle mirror it is not that great because you will probably never find enough vehicles that could put you in danger. On the other hand, every time you ride your bike on public roads you will be most likely surrounded by other vehicles and most of them motorized ones. So you should need to see them to avoid some kind of collision.
There will be people saying that bicycle mirrors are not safe and that you should just look back over your shoulder to see what is happening behind you. I would say that mirrors are just a complement for your safety but they really do not avoid every danger. You must ride attentively and taking all the precautions possible.
If you ask me, I never ride my bike on the roads without my rear mirror and I can testify that it has save me from accidents several times.
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2 Decks Luxury Smoke Mirror Playing Cards Bicycle
Current Bid: $13.99
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Steady Eye Mirror - visor mounted bicycle helmet mirror
Current Bid: $17.55
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SUNLITE BIKE BICYCLE HANDLEBAR ROUND MIRROR 3" NEW
Current Bid: $6.95
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Bicycle Helmet Mirror Sunlite Bike Mirror ++VIDEO++ NEW
Current Bid: $9.65
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CycleAware VuBar Hide-away Mtb Handlebar Mirror
Current Bid: $7.93
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CYCLEAWARE VUBAR BICYCLE BIKE HANDLEBAR BAR END MIRROR
Current Bid: $16.95
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CycleAware Vubar Bar End Mirror
Current Bid: $19.99
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Bicycle Flip Out Handlebar Bike Mirror ++VIDEO ++ VuBar
Current Bid: $14.95
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Sports Mirror - The Back Handed Complement
VüBar - Probably the best bicycle rear mirror
After trying numerous bicycle mirrors (helmet mirrors, eye glasses mirrors, handlebar mounted mirrors, etc.) I found out the one which I can say for sure it is the best one for me.
The VüBar it is a bicycle mirror mounted inside your handlebar tube which makes it retractable and very safe to use. Every time you need a rearview mirror you just have to pull it out of your handlebar and when you are riding off road or on roads less populated you can always hide it again. So simple but yet so effective!
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Cycleaware Vubar Bar End Bicycle Mirror
Angle adjustable and shatterproof. This distortion-free mirror can be mounted in seconds without the use of any tools.
Price: $11.38
List Price: $16.99 |
DIY - you can always try and make your own bicycle mirror
There are lots of ways to make your own bicycle mirror. You can make a Beer-view mirror, a Eyeglass-mounted mirror or even a Bicycle Helmet Mirror for just $2!
No matter how you do it, the most important thing is to be safe on the roads and get to your destination in one piece.
Make yourself a bicycle eyeglasses mirror
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Blackburn Bike Helmet Mirror
The Helmet Mirror is constructed with a durable frame that is small and light, and fits on any helmet.
Price: $9.95
List Price: $12.99 |
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Zefal Spy Bicycle Mirror
Compact sleek tube mount mirror.
Price: $12.99
List Price: $20.99 |
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Third Eye Pro Helmet Bicycle Mirror
Mounts on either side of helmet.
Price: $10.66
List Price: $17.40 |
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Bike Peddler Take A Look Cycling Eyeglass Mirror (Original)
Stainless steel and brass frame with optically correct acrylic mirror.
Price: $7.95
List Price: $14.99 |
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Mirrycle MTB Bar End Mountain Bicycle Mirror
Fits into the end of your handlebars.
Price: $8.99
List Price: $17.00 |
We can even expect to see some Bicycle Digital Rear View System available soon
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Comments
I have been thinking about getting a bike but the winters are so long here.
Good info on rear view mirrors. I never use them, but I agree, a good one would aid in safe riding, especially in an urban setting.
Tom Rubenoff - Thanks for stopping by. If you also ride on public roads you really should buy one ;)
Bob Ewing - I hear you but that´s a lousy excuse :D . Personally I prefer pedal with cold weather than when it´s very hot. During hot months here in Portugal I almost only ride at night. The most important is to have good equipment (transpire, water-proof, warm, comfortable, etc.). I´m looking forward to hear about your new bicycle ;)
Coach Levi - Thanks for reading. Until a couple months ago I never used mirror either but now every time I go to public roads I feel saver having it there.
The cold is not the problem it is the 4 to 6 feet of snow and ice. :)
OK Bob, nothing to worry about. I found the solution for you: http://video.google.com/videoplay?docid=-126651034
With the https://www.ktrakcycle.com/index.html kit you can transform any bicycle into a all weather vehicle. Now what will be your next excuse!? :D
OK, that is interesting and will require further investigation.
Good and helpful hub Funride! It is really important people know about all this. My husband uses both, bike and moto, and there are good complements to avoid cold weather.
And by the way, the same way (again!) bikers should use the type of mirror, we, car drivers must also be careful with bikers, and respect distances when we're on the road :-)
I can´t wait to see you riding and having fun even when it´s snowing, Bob. You´ll see that riding a bicycle it´s almost as fun as taking care of our garden ;)
Hi Angeles, it´s always great to have you commenting in one of my hubs, thanks. And you´re so right, if all the car drivers were a little more careful about bikers I´m sure there would be much less accidents and casualties among bikers.
I agree with you and love the mirrors on my bike. Another good Hub.
Thanks Laurie, I wish you fun and safe rides on your bike ;)
Hi sweetie...Yes and i feel safer when I see a bike with a mirror as well as those flashing lights when they peddle. I t makes sense to me...tho I don't ride anymore hee hee...but my dear friend (7 yrs old) is trying to get me to get a bike with 3 wheels so i can join him...with a canopy and...hey how about a motor..and a fancy flag....Mirror of course and a horn???? Can't you just picture that????:o) How are you these days?? My computer has been down for 7 long days :o( G-Ma :o) hugs
Oh my dear, you have a great friend over there and you should listen to him. I can´t express how much I would love to have the chance to ride with you and it could be on tricycles like this: http://www.catrike.com/index.htm with flag, mirror and a horn but no motor or canopy because the real fun is to pedal and feel the wind on your face. What do you say!? Lets do it? ;o) BIG kiss
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Tom Rubenoff says:
13 months ago
Nice hub. I should get a mirror!