I've been using a bar-end mirror on my drops but did not like the set up. Hard to get the right view. I've been using the Bike Peddler for a few hundred miles and find it much easier to use. It does take some getting used to and it does require me to cock my head slightly to get the mirror pointing at the traffic lane behind me, but it is much easier than looking down to the bar-end mirror.
The reason you may need to cock your head with the Bike Peddler is that your shoulder would be in the way by just glancing. If you were sitting really upright on your bike all the time, this would be easier. However, if you are on a road bike for flat bar, then you shoulder partially blocks. The slight movement of your head isn't at all bad.
Lastly, don't worry about this blocking your vision or distracting you. It really doesn't do that. You get used to it after a short while. I think I'll remove the bar-end mirror now that I rarely use it.
Attach the rearview mirror to the helmetsunglasses. Twist and turn to adjust for maximum coverage and off you go. Not only that you can see how the paceline is conforming behind you but you will also see a car approaching from the back. Safety above all else!
The mirror is a great size and fits snuggly. It's easy to get it in the right position to see behind and left. The only downside is I am getting adent in my left temple
To keep from getting run over.
Mirror works great and is very useful
I bought this under pressure from a friend and my wife.never thought I get one. It takes some time to adjust to find a sweet spot for the best view (but I believe that would be true of all riding mirrors). It also takes some getting used to a mirror on several levels. However, once you do, there is no looking back. I love it and from a safety standpoint, you are the 1st to yell Car-Back!. Lastly, its great to see how far back some in your group are so you can keep the ride together and no one gets dropped on a No Drop ride.
After trying various rear view mirrors, this is by far the best, fully adjustable mirror I've ever had.
It takes a little time to get the fitadjustment dialed in the first time (like most things) but its great. I feel naked when I don't have it. Really provides security and safety being able to see what is coming up behind you!!
work as they should but I had to zip tie them to the helmet visor to keep them in place
This is the second one of these that I've had. Love them. When I was racing bikes, I don't know of anyone that would be caught with a mirror, including me. But, with distracted driving becoming the default and no longer living in a low traffic area, having an idea of what's behind me in traffic could save my skin. It weighs next to nothing, requires minimal care and can be adjusted to provide a good view of what's in your 6. I don't leave home on a ride without this thing nowadays.
This mirror fits on the arm of your glassessunglasses. It is easily adjustable and you can rotate the mirror to your personal preference. You would be surprised at how much you can see with this well made, lightweight mirror.
Ride much safer when you can see what's happening behind you. Better than one mounted on your bike.
After several years of trying to get other mirrors to work, a friend lent me a Take a Look and I have used it ever since- that was 25 years ago! Put it on your glasses and use its great adjustability and you have excellent rear vision. It is absolutely the best cycling mirror available!
Unlike other models with plastic frames that easily break, this metal frame is durable and easy to fit on most eyeglass frames. I rely on this mirror for monitoring traffic behind, and being head-mounted, you can sweep the entire scene behind you. This mirror is a great asset for enhanced safety.
I have two helmets and I have this mirror on each one. I tried other mirrors and I found that this one worked the best. I am very satisfied with this mirror.
Other reviews explain all the great points about this mirror. I mount mine on my glasses and never notice any weight or other comfort issues. It is easy to remove after biking. I'd think helmet mounting would expose the mirror to much impact when tossing the helmet around after biking.
I know, I know...roadies would never be caught dead using a rear view mirror. Well, all I can say is that over the past few years my life has been saved from certain murder by idiot drivers making that right hand turn inches right across my right of way. I refuse to ride unless my rear view mirror is on my shades.
I think those who disdain using them have never really given them any sort of one month trial. Perhaps they are afraid they will actually find them very useful. Being able to see traffic behind you is a must with all the distracted drivers constantly trying to murder bicyclists and it is only getting worse every day.
I use this in group rides and in traffic. Good to know when being overtaken by vehicular traffic, good to keep an eye on people riding behind you. Can't see off the opposite side unless you put a second mirror there, though. Easy to adjust while riding, can be a little tricky to fit some glasses (e.g., those with very thin or oddly shaped ear pieces), but pretty adaptable.
I like this one because it's easy to use and it's the right length. I've tried ones that attach to the bike and one's that attach to the helmet, and this one is my preferred mirror.
The mirror attaches solidly to my glasses and is great! I dont leave on a bike ride without it. I highly recommend this mirror!
I like this rear view mirror because it goes on my glasses and not on my helmet. The only problem with this mirror for some people is that it willl not fit on their glasses. I've been using a mirror like this since 1998 - all the way across country!!
