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Bike Peddler Take A Look Mirror

    Bike Peddler Take A Look Mirror

    • $16.95
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    Item # 752285

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    This cyclist's mirror features pivots in three planes to provide you a clear view without straining your eyes.

    • Frameless acrylic mirror provides wide uninterrupted field of vision; mirror surface measures 1 - 7/16 inches x 1- 1/16 inches
    • Mirror face adjusts by rotating it 90° from the wire; fore and aft rotations offer fine-angle adjustments
    • Three-point attachment system adjusts for a secure fit without vibration and can be attached to either your eye glasses or helmet visor

    Made in USA.

    Item 752285

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    May 17-27 Details

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    Bike Peddler Take A Look Mirror Specs
    Specification
    Description
    Best use
    Cycling
    Helmet
    3.25 inches
    8.5 grams
    Mirror mounting
    Dimensions
    Weight

    Bike Peddler Take A Look Mirror Customer Reviews

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    Bike Peddler Take A Look Mirror
     
    4.6

    (based on 36 reviews)

    94%

    of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

    Pros

    • Easy to install (32)
    • Lightweight (32)
    • Durable (24)
    • Comes in handy (18)

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Road bikes (29)
      • Commuting (26)
      • Mountain bikes (10)
      • Not just bikes (5)
        • Reviewer Profile:
        • Avid cyclist (19), Casual/ recreational (16)
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No (16)

      Reviewed by 36 customers

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      5.0

      I feel naked without it

      By davem modesto

      from Modesto, CA

      About Me Avid Cyclist

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      Pros

      • Durable
      • Easy to Install
      • Lightweight
      • Stable

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Commuting
        • Mountain Bikes
        • Road Bikes

        Comments about Bike Peddler Take A Look Mirror:

        Up until about 5 years ago I never used any type of rear view mirror, but I'm a daily commuter and I felt like I needed an advantage when it came to traffic, especially in the winter months. I started with a handlebar mirror and it worked pretty well, but the road vibrations made the view hard to see, so I was spending too much time looking at it - not good to take my eyes off the road that long.

        Then I met a friend on a local century, he was using the Take-a-Look mirror and could not speak higher praise, so I purchased one that day. It took me a couple of rides to get use the rectangle in my upper left vision, but once that hurdle was crossed, it has been a constant companion. I even use it for group mountain bike rides for quick checks on new people.

        This is a great cycling tool and safety device, it gives you that key piece of info that may make the difference between an accident or a near miss.

        Also, they are very durable. During long climbs I prefer not to wear glasses, on one climbed I dropped my glasses out of my Jersey's rear pocket(mirror attached). Some riders found the glasses and the mirror after a car had driven over them - glasses were DOA, but the mirror had only a few scratches and I'm still using it.

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        4.0

        Works well

        By Prf

        from Boise, Idaho

        About Me Casual/ Recreational

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        Pros

        • Comes In Handy
        • Durable
        • Easy to Install
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Commuting
          • Road Bikes

          Comments about Bike Peddler Take A Look Mirror:

          Does exactly what I wanted. While I have a mountain bike I did not check mountain bike as a use. I have only used it on roads (gravel and paved) so far. I can imagine that on really rough trails it might not work so well. My rating of 4 versus 5 has to do with the positioning of the mirror. I bent mine up and out so it more easily sees over my shoulder. I could use a bit more length so I could get it just an inch or so further out. With a jacket on I have to move quite a bit to see, with just a tee shirt, it works great.

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          5.0

          Finally! An easy-to-use bike mirror ...

          By OhioTom

          from Westerville, OH

          About Me Avid Cyclist

          See all my reviews

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          Pros

          • Easy to Install
          • Lightweight

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Commuting
            • Mountain Bikes
            • Road Bikes

            Comments about Bike Peddler Take A Look Mirror:

            This mirror easily attaches to and detaches from my bike glasses, yet is also stays firmly in place even on rough roads. And because it's firmly attached, I can adjust it while riding without the worry of it coming off. The mirror easily adjusts in three directions and stays put. The reflection is clear, large, and vibration free. It folds flat for storing and packing. I could easily take this with me on vacation, attach it to my sunglasses, and feel safer on my rented bike. Wonderful mirror!

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            (1 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

             
            1.0

            did not like

            By stl girl

            from saint louis mo

            About Me Casual/ Recreational

            See all my reviews

            Pros

              Cons

              • Did Not Stay In Position
              • Hard to Install
              • Obtrusive

              Best Uses

                Comments about Bike Peddler Take A Look Mirror:

                Didn't work for me at all. Wouldn't stay where I wanted it, either on helmet or on my glasses. Flopped all over the place every time I rode over a bump in the road. I had it for 4 months and finally got fed up with it. Could not find my receipt to take it back to REI. So I sent it back to the company like the package says you can. No reply, no refund from the company after 2 months. Totally bad news all around, if you ask me.

                Service and delivery comments:

                Appeared to be in good condition. Bought at store.

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                5.0

                excellent mirror

                By mphill1424

                from Greenville, SC

                About Me Casual/ Recreational

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                Pros

                • Easy to Install
                • Lightweight

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Commuting
                  • Road Bikes

                  Comments about Bike Peddler Take A Look Mirror:

                  Stays adjusted. Steady view. Best mirror I've used so far.

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                  5.0

                  bike mirror

                  By prox

                  from anaconda, mt.

                  About Me Casual/ Recreational

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                  Pros

                  • Easy to Install
                  • Lightweight

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Road Bikes

                    Comments about Bike Peddler Take A Look Mirror:

                    very good product; easy to set up and holds it's position well. it takes about 5 minutes to adjust and to get use to by turning your head at just the right angle.i put it on my sun glasses and it holds true. a great product at a great price.

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                    (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                     
                    5.0

                    The Best

                    By Rock 22

                    from Lakeview,ohio

                    About Me Avid Cyclist

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                    Pros

                    • Comes In Handy
                    • Durable
                    • Easy to Install
                    • Lightweight

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Commuting
                      • Not Just Bikes
                      • Road Bikes

                      Comments about Bike Peddler Take A Look Mirror:

                      This fits on my viser of my helmet too.In the winter when I have to wear my googles I can adjust it just rite.

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                      5.0

                      Simply The Best

                      By hikecyclephoto

                      from Southeast Pa.

                      About Me Casual/ Recreational

                      See all my reviews

                      Pros

                      • Comes In Handy
                      • Durable
                      • Easy to Install
                      • Lightweight
                      • Simple

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Commuting
                        • Mountain Bikes
                        • Not Just Bikes
                        • Road Bikes

                        Comments about Bike Peddler Take A Look Mirror:

                        I've used other mirrors, with plastic attaching points. However, a friend showed me his Take a Look mirror and said it was the best out there. I ordered one for myself. He was right. It's simple, lightweight, gives a wide view, and is durable.

                        Only very minor complaint is that the small covers for the three attaching prongs sometimes slip off and are easily lost. A bit of tape on the prongs helps if you can't find those pieces. I'll see if the manufacturer offers those pieces separately.

                        It's the only mirror I recommend.

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                        5.0

                        Don't leave home without it

                        By Excalibur1959

                        from Windsor ON

                        About Me Casual/ Recreational

                        See all my reviews

                        Pros

                        • Comes In Handy
                        • Easy to Install
                        • Lightweight
                        • Unaffected by helmet ligh

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • Commuting
                          • Mountain Bikes
                          • Road Bikes

                          Comments about Bike Peddler Take A Look Mirror:

                          I purchased this helmet-mounted mirror (I was originally going to install it on my bicycle safety glasse)from another venue, however it works great once you practice patience, take a little time to properly install it between your helmet visor and the helmet (visor removal may be necessary). I had gone about five miles, in the dark, before I finally got the proper angle adjusted to work for viewing traffic in the mirror. It may take you more or less time to get the proper angle adjustment, but whatever it takes it sure beats turning your head around to look at traffic. This was my first helmet-mounted mirror and it works perfectly. I won't leave home without it in the future.

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                          5.0

                          The best helmet/eye glass mounted mirror

                          By Buzzco

                          from Longmont, CO

                          About Me Avid Cyclist

                          See all my reviews

                          Pros

                          • Durable
                          • Easy to adjust
                          • Easy to Install
                          • EASY TO USE
                          • Great field of View
                          • Lightweight

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                            • Commuting
                            • Road Bikes

                            Comments about Bike Peddler Take A Look Mirror:

                            Easily attaches to eye glasses, helmet visor or helmet adapter (available separately).
                            Focus on the image in the mirror, not on the mirror itself (the same as you do with your car mirror).

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