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Lights tests

Every year Ride On tests bike lights to find out the best and brightest for the season

How we test lights

Ride On has tested the latest bike lights in the April-May issue every year since 2006. Find out how we do it

Lights test 2006

The Ride On magazine 2006 lights test turned the high beam on bike lights to find you the brightest buy. This article first appeared in Ride On April-May 2006 issue.

Lights test 2009

The 2009 Lights test was more thorough than ever, with an industrial design assessment and statistical analysis of the data in addition to the visibility testing and the Gear Guru's final judgement. Here we present lights that were best in test and best value

Lights test 2010

The Ride On Lights test 2010 found that $70 buys you the best value bike lights this winter

Lights test 2011

Light up your ride with the best and brightest lights tested for winter. Ride On magazine presents the findings of the 6th annual Lights Test.

Top 50 lights for commuting 2012-13

Our Lights test 2012 ranks the best 28 front and 22 rear bike lights to keep you visible when riding in the dark. Simon Vincett reveals the very human art of selectin the best lighting.