Blackburn Central 350

This is essentially the same light as the Central 700, but without the full 700 lumen output. The battery is also replaceable. It will still mount to just about any handlebar or stem, or GoPro mount, and the highly capable 350 lumens will burn for three hours, with a recharge time of four hours. As long as you are not riding solo in the dark on unlit roads at speed, this light will likely serve your purposes perfectly. Much of the power is focused in the centre of the light, but the spread is even outside of the centre spot.

Output: 350 lumens, Burn time: 3-16 hours, Modes: 5 modes including pulse and strobe, Mounting: Elastic quick release mount, plus Action Camera style, Weight: 162g, Price: $99.99, From: Sheppard Cycles

Blackburn Central 200

This model from Blackburn is a smaller, lighter and sleeker unit than its bigger brothers. And while it loses the variety of mounting options and high power, it is quick and easy to use and will shed a safe 200 lumens of light from your handlebars for your commute, or on your morning bunch ride. The pattern is wide for a spot, but can only do so much with 200 lumens. Consider one of the more powerful models for riding at higher speeds in the dark.

Output: 200 lumens, Burn time: 2-10 hours, Modes: High, low, pulse and strobe, MOUNTING: Elasticated bar mount with swivel, Weight: 62g, Price: $69.99, From: Sheppard Cycles

Cateye Volt 400 XC

A neat package that shows Cateye’s long experience in making bicycle lights. The 400 lumen light has a broad and clean spot, and will penetrate dark nights admirably – for one hour. If you need a longer burn time you have to cut back to 100 lumens. This leaves the Volt 400 XC in the realm of the longer distance commuter more than the rider who gets out early to ride solo. The hyper constant mode flashes between 400 and 100 lumens – for 10 hours – and is a great option for use in the daytime. It is a very well finished unit, and should last quite some time.

Output: 400 lumens, Burn time: 1 – 20 hours, Modes: High, low, hyper constant and flashing, Mounting: Elasticated bar mount with lateral rotation, Weight: 95g, Price: $69.99, From: Sheppard Cycles