BONTRAGER FLARE RT

The Bontrager Flare RT, one of the best bike rear lights, was already one of our favorites, but this all-new version takes it to the next level. It's 30% brighter, with a maximum output of 90 lumens, and 36% smaller, so while it packs a punch, it takes up very little room on your bike. The Flare RT has a specially designed focus and flash pattern for daytime use, as Bontrager was one of the first brands to pioneer daytime bike lights. This, along with the light's raw intensity, makes it visible up to 2 kilometers distant on the highest setting. You may also choose between 45-lumen and five-lumen flash modes, as well as 25-lumen and five-lumen steady-state modes.

The Flare RT has one basic objective — to keep you visible on the road – but it's also a clever tiny light. When the battery reaches 5%, the battery-saver mode kicks in, giving you an extra 30 minutes of usage, while Ant+ and Bluetooth Smart connectivity let you pair the light with your Garmin PC. For example, you can set the Flare RT to turn on whenever your computer is turned on, or you can use one of your Garmin's data screens to monitor the battery life.

SPECIFICATIONS

• Maximum lumens: 90
• Battery life: Up to 15 hours
• Rechargeable: Yes

REASONS TO BUY

• Compact design
• Visible up to 2km away
• Smart connectivity

REASONS TO AVOID

• 25 lumens on steady mode is on the low side

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