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Princeton Tec Switchback 3 LED Bike Light - Special Buy
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Princeton Tec Switchback 3 LED Bike Light - Special Buy

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Whether singletrack riding or attacking an urban landscape, the Princeton Tec Switchback 3 bike light uses 3 bright LED lights and regulated output to keep the path consistently well lit.

  • LEDs are nearly indestructible and greatly extend battery life
  • Regulated light output provides a consistent level of brightness throughout the burn time
  • 4 levels of brightness—low, medium, high and flashing—allow you to choose the appropriate brightness
  • Oversized buttons make operating light while on the go a breeze
  • Comes with helmet mount, helmet straps, handlebar mount and cable straps
  • Rechargeable lithium ion battery, wall charger and 12v car charger are all included
  • 2 hr. charge provides 50 hr. of power on low setting, 12 hr. of power on medium setting and 6 hr. of power on high setting
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Princeton Tec Switchback 3 LED Bike Light - Special Buy Specs

Specification

Description

Weight with batteries826 grams
SystemLED
Number of bulbs3
PowerLithium ion battery pack
Battery life flashing6.5 hours
Battery life on high6 hours
Battery life on low50 hours
Battery life steady(Medium) 12 hours
Charge time2 hours
MountingHelmet/handelbar

Princeton Tec Switchback 3 LED Bike Light - Special Buy Customer Reviews

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Princeton Tec Switchback 3 LED Bike Light - Special Buy
 
3.3

(based on 4 reviews)

75%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Good battery life (3)
  • Great visibility (3)
  • Helmet/removable mount (3)
  • Low battery indicator (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Trail riding (3)

    Reviewed by 4 customers

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    Oct

    7

    2009

    (3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Powerful light,1 battery lasts all night

    By SCJohn

    from Columbia, SC

    About Me Competitive Cyclist

    Pros

    • Great visibility
    • Helmet/Removable mount
    • Long battery life
    • Low battery indicator
    • Multiple power levels
    • Rechargable

    Cons

    • Weight

    Best Uses

    • Trail riding

    Comments about Princeton Tec Switchback 3 LED Bike Light - Special Buy:

    I have used this light for several overnight adventure races. It is very powerful. And it can be a little overkill if you aren't doing technical single track or needing to view a long way into the distance. But that's why it has multiple power level options. You can conserve battery life with lower output.

    I have had absolutely no trouble with reliability as the other review mentioned.

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    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

    (3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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    Sep

    16

    2009

    (2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

     
    1.0

    Failed on second commute

    By Bike Commuter DC

    from Washington, DC

    About Me Avid Cyclist

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Great visibility
    • Helmet/Removable mount

    Cons

    • Short battery life

    Best Uses

    • Front headlight
    • Night commute

    Comments about Princeton Tec Switchback 3 LED Bike Light - Special Buy:

    Bought to replace my Light & Motion Vega. Attracted to this light by the clearance price.
    The light was very bright--probably a lot more than I need for commuting on a paved trail, and the battery was REALLY heavy.

    The light failed on my second commute, despite the indicator showing a full charge. I charged it overnight, and it worked on the third morning, but after my ride home, the battery indicator showed that it was at half charge, although I had only used it on low power for about 1 hour. (It was supposed to last 60+ hours on low.) When I plugged in the charger, the battery indicator showed that it was fully charged. I reattached the light, and the battery indicator showed less than 50% charge.

    So I sratched my head, and left it plugged into the charger overnight. In the morning, the battery indicator did not register anything at all, and the light would not turn on. I tried several different outlets, but nothing. I think the battery is bad. I returned it today. Too expensive and too heavy for me to fuss with. I don't need a lot of light, but I need reliable light. The Switchback 3 isn't it.

    • Gift:
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    Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend

    (2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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    Oct

    26

    2009

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Great value, ridiculous run time

    By wetwilly

    from Seattle

    About Me Avid Cyclist

    Pros

    • Long battery life
    • Low battery indicator

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Night commute
      • Trail riding

      Comments about Princeton Tec Switchback 3 LED Bike Light - Special Buy:

      Not being a weight weenie, I didn't flinch at the large battery pack size. I like the convenience of not having to frequently charge it, and where else can you get a 10 cell Li ion pack with 3 LED emitters for a price like this? It also comes with every accessory imaginable, though I will probably never use most of them...

      A previous reviewer complained about charging issues and erratic charge level readings, this is almost certainly because he failed to follow the charging instructions in the manual- MAKE SURE TO FULLY CHARGE THE BATTERY BEFORE USE! Any rechargeable light will have similar issues if not charged correctly.

      Not giving it 5 stars just because of weight and a less than perfect battery pack mounting system (I would like to see a quick release mounting bracket instead of a cheap velcro strap; for city use it's necessary to frequently install/remove to avoid theft).

      • Gift:
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      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      Oct

      11

      2009

       
      4.0

      Princeton Tec Switchback 3 - good light

      By redkid333

      from Delaware

      About Me Competitive Cyclist

      Pros

      • Great visibility
      • Helmet/Removable mount
      • Long battery life
      • Low battery indicator
      • Rechargable

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Front headlight
        • Trail riding

        Comments about Princeton Tec Switchback 3 LED Bike Light - Special Buy:

        I use this light for night riding road and MTB. Light is bright enough to light the trail and road fine. Sure there are brighter lights but for <$200 you can not go wrong with this light. The previous review obviously got a bad battery, bummer but it happens. Mine if fine and was well worth the price and time. Comes with 2 cables, shorter one for handle bar mount (which is a snap to install and remove) and a longer for head mounted. The weight did not bother me as it must have only been a few pounds. Lets face it, you are not going to race with this thing, just running the trails or doing winter maint. mileage.

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        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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