It’s that time of year again. No, not Christmas (though give us a couple of weeks and we’ll have the banners out!) It’s the season when you set out for an evening spin and realise you’re basically invisible after 7pm. Enter: bike lights. Not just the “hope for the best” kind, but the kind that keep you out of hedges, potholes, and those chats with drivers who “didn’t see you.” Luckily for you, we’ve just stocked some absolute bangers.
Moon Sport Rigel Lite & Helix Lite Set (just over £50)
The cycling equivalent of carrying a lightsaber without the heavy Jedi commitment. At just 108g combined, this front-and-rear set is small enough to forget about but bright enough (500 lumens front, 100 lumens rear) to make drivers wonder if you’re running airport runway operations from your handlebars.
Highlights:
- Six front modes including SOS (just in case your ride gets really adventurous).
- Rear light lasts up to 110 hours, aka the length of a Netflix series binge.
- CNC aluminium build that shrugs off autumn rain like it’s nothing.
Best for: commuters and everyday riders who want fuss-free, powerful lights without spending Exposure Six Pack money.
Cateye AMPP 500S Colour Edition (just under £40 right now)
Bright, tough, and available in colours that scream “safety, but make it fashion.” With 500 lumens, five modes, and a glove-friendly button, it’s the perfect light for commutes, long rides, and those “I’ll just nip out for half an hour” spins that turn into 3-hour missions.
Highlights:
- Colour options: Orange, Green, Blue, Pink (so you can match your bar tape if you’re that rider).
- Up to 60 hours runtime in flashing mode.
- Wide beam and side visibility to keep you covered in traffic.
Best for: urban riders who like reliable kit with a splash of personality.
Exposure Six Pack 15 (the Big Guns)
5,250 lumens. Yes, you read that right. This light is so powerful you could probably land a helicopter with it. Designed for night riders, MTB adventurers, and anyone who thinks “overkill” is just another word for “perfect.”
Highlights:
- Reflex++ tech that adjusts brightness based on your speed (slowing down doesn’t mean wasting battery).
- OLED display showing mode, runtime, and battery life.
- Between 2 and 36 hours runtime, depending on how much you like to melt the tarmac.
Best for: MTB night-owls, winter warriors, and riders who just love saying, “mine’s brighter than yours.”
Cateye AMPP 900 / ViZ 300 Set
A proper “front and back” combo that hits the sweet spot between brightness, safety, and not having to sell your spare wheelset to pay for it. 900 lumens up front, 300 lumens at the rear, and all the reliability you expect from Cateye.
Highlights:
- Daytime HyperFlash modes for both lights (because cars don’t just drive at night).
- Group Ride mode on the rear light that won’t blind your mates.
- Aluminium body for front, aero-friendly mount for rear.
Best for: roadies, gravel riders, and commuters who want maximum visibility without faffing.
Exposure Blaze MK3 ReAKT + Peloton Rear Light
This isn’t just a light; it’s basically a sentient riding buddy. It brightens when you brake, dims when you’re in a group, and adapts automatically to your environment. No excuses, you’re always visible.
Highlights:
- ReAKT tech that knows when you’re braking.
- Peloton mode for group rides (no one likes being blinded by their mate’s rear light).
- 150 lumens and CNC-machined durability.
Best for: road cyclists who love tech, group rides, and smugly explaining “oh yeah, my light does that automatically.”
So there you go… bargain commuter sets, technicolour statement pieces, and enough lumens to rival the Blackpool Illuminations. All in stock, all ready to go. Because let’s be honest: the only thing worse than forgetting your lights this autumn is borrowing your mate’s backup “pocket torch” and pretending it’s fine.
