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NiteRider MiNewt.400 LED Dual Bike Light
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NiteRider MiNewt.400 LED Dual Bike Light

Item # 793937

$249.00

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The NiteRider MiNewt.400 LED Dual bike light benefits from a power increase in 2010 by raising the lumen output to 400. This makes the MiNewt.400 Dual one serious off-road light!

  • In the past, this output level was reserved for bigger and heavier lighting systems; now it’s available on a lighting system weighing less than 12 oz.
  • Dual headlamps allow light "stacking" for the ultimate in beam management
  • High, low and an attention-getting flash mode make the MiNewt.400 a favorite among commuters and off-roaders alike
  • Together with highly efficient reflectors, the ultrabright Seoul LED delivers a nice, even light pattern void of rings or halos
  • BOROFLOAT® glass lens ensures maximum light transmission and durability
  • 4.5 hour maximum charge time
  • Unique low-battery indicator is incorporated into both the headlamp and battery case
  • Handlebar mount fits up to 31.8mm
  • Battery can mount on the stem; system is very small so there are many options for mounting

Made in USA.

Item 793937

NiteRider MiNewt.400 LED Dual Bike Light Specs

Specification

Description

Weight with batteries317 grams
SystemLED
Number of bulbs2
Light output400 lumens
Battery life on high1.7 hours
Battery life on low3.5 hours
Battery life flashingUnavailable
BatteriesLithium ion
Charge time4.5 hours
MountingHandlebar
Battery mountHandlebar

NiteRider MiNewt.400 LED Dual Bike Light Customer Reviews

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NiteRider MiNewt.400 LED Dual Bike Light
 
4.2

(based on 6 reviews)

67%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Great visibility (5)
  • Rechargable (5)
  • Low battery indicator (4)
  • Good battery life (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Front headlight (4)
    • Night commute (4)
    • Trail riding (3)
    • Reviewer Profile:
    • Avid cyclist (6)

    Reviewed by 6 customers

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    Aug

    12

    2009

    (5 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

     
    5.0

    Going strong a year later

    By JasonCallahan

    from Seattle, WA

    About Me Avid Cyclist

    Site Member

    Pros

    • Great visibility
    • Long battery life
    • Low battery indicator
    • Rechargable

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Front headlight
      • Night commute

      Comments about NiteRider MiNewt.400 LED Dual Bike Light:

      As a daily commuter in Seattle this light is a key to my travel! During the winter months of nighttime riding I am EASILY able to see at speed with this setup. I have met only 1 cyclist with a brighter light (niterider as well). I love the dual light option so I can spread out the beam a bit since it's already bright. I have the 2008 model, so the new one is even brighter I'm sure.

      If I had one complaint - its the mount - it works great, but its SO easy to take off, that I worry about my lights being stolen since they are so good and not so inexpensive.

      • Gift:
      • No

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (5 of 6 customers found this review helpful)

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      Aug

      26

      2009

      (3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Extremely Bright for their Size

      By Nick Danger

      from Jamestown, North Dakota

      About Me Avid Cyclist

      Pros

      • Easy on and off
      • Long battery life
      • Low battery indicator
      • Rechargable

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Trail riding

        Comments about NiteRider MiNewt.400 LED Dual Bike Light:

        I have the 2006 version of this light system and really liked it. Fast charging, easy to put on the handle bars, zero problems. Bought the new one for a new bike and wow are they wicked bright! The low power setting on the new one is seriously brighter than the high power setting on the old version. This is a serious light system. Highly recommended.

        • Gift:
        • No

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (3 of 4 customers found this review helpful)

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        Oct

        21

        2009

        (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

         
        5.0

        Great Light for a city commuter

        By Goretex Guy

        from Seattle

        About Me Avid Cyclist

        Pros

        • Great visibility
        • Long battery life
        • Low battery indicator
        • Rechargable

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Front headlight
          • Night commute
          • Trail riding

          Comments about NiteRider MiNewt.400 LED Dual Bike Light:

          I'm a daily (or nightly) commuter in Seattle. I used a couple of other lights, but now that it's dark for my commute, I got serious and stepped up to the 400. I like the flexibility of aiming the lights independently, so I can shine them where I want them. 400 lumens is seriously bright, and I've had cars flash their high beams at me. You actually need to be a little careful not to blind oncoming cars or pedestrians. I use flash mode when I'm in traffic, and I really enjoy seeing stop signs light up 3 blocks away. I think being visible is the key to riding in traffic at night, and these babies really deliver. They're easy on and off, so they're easy to tuck away when I get to work. Intelligent charging means I can leave them connected all night with no worries. The battery/controller is easy to mount on your head tube or stem, so you can control the high/low/flashing action. I love these lights, and I wish they made a 200 or 400 lumen taillight, but I'll use my Dinotte 140 until they do. I had a question and wanted a part, and the Niterider customer support was very responsive.

          • Gift:
          • No

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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          Sep

          1

          2009

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          5.0

          White light wonders

          By climbhigh

          from Bothell, WA

          About Me Avid Cyclist

          Site Member

          Pros

          • Easy mountings
          • Great visibility
          • Lightweight

          Cons

          • None

          Best Uses

          • Commute or off trail

          Comments about NiteRider MiNewt.400 LED Dual Bike Light:

          This is a powerful light set that outshines my Light & Motion Arc HID headlight and my MiNewt.X2 headlight. I was impressed how white the light output is regardless if the setting is on low or high, whereas the MiNewt.X2 light shines more on the blue side. The light pattern is beautifully dispersed and the simple O-ring mounting is tight and secure. Definitely the best light in the price range.

          • Gift:
          • No

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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          Oct

          28

          2009

          (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          2.0

          Battery Life too Short

          By sneakyboy

          from Orange County, CA

          About Me Avid Cyclist

          Pros

          • Great visibility
          • Low battery indicator
          • Rechargable

          Cons

          • Short battery life

          Best Uses

          • Front headlight
          • Night commute
          • Trail riding

          Comments about NiteRider MiNewt.400 LED Dual Bike Light:

          A very nice light (lightweight, terrific beam, good looking on handlebars). Everything great except the battery time (only 1 hour 45 mins). Battery warning indicator comes on at 1 hour and 15 mins. Which usually means, as soon as you climb the hill, you have come down like a madman before your battery dies.

          I am harsh on the grading for this item.

          After all, no battery no light!

          Come on NR. You guys can make a 3 cell lithium ion battery for longer life! Why don't you?

          • Gift:
          • No

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

          (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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          Oct

          14

          2009

          (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

           
          3.0

          NiteRider 400vsLight & Motion Seca700

          By freerider

          from Bellevue, WA

          About Me Avid Cyclist

          Pros

          • Great visibility
          • Rechargable

          Cons

          • Short battery life

          Best Uses

          • Front headlight
          • Night commute

          Comments about NiteRider MiNewt.400 LED Dual Bike Light:

          I just bought the NiteRider MiNewt Dual 400 Lite. I really like the system, EXCEPT, the battery life is short and/or sensitive. If I ride for an hour or so, on the low setting, and shut it off, many times I cannot start it again. Is this a problem that others have experienced? Has anyone compared with the Light & Motion Seca 700 or 900? I realize the price difference between the two are significant. But so are the specs. 3.5 Run Time for the Seca 900 vs. 1.7 for the NiteRider MiNewt Dual 400 Lite.

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

          (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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