Only complaint is that the arm is very short, so you must position it exactly right
Mounted this on my back up helmet, since I would never ride without this safety device in South Carolina(SC), the roads are just too narrow, the teens drive too fast, then there are those on cell phones doing what ever. This mirror stays where it is put, even on these rough SC roads, very impressed with this product. Con - could be a bit longer, just an opinion.
Best visibility, ease of attachment, and (so far) durability.
I've had several if these. Which is not to say that they are fragile but rather small and I have lost some over time. I live near very narrow and twisty old roads and this helps me see the cars before I hear them. I tried other mirrors a long time ago but never found any that were particularly useful so I keep coming back to this one. Most use a plastic mirror that has bad optics and too much vibration. This mirror is much higher quality and the attachment arm is more solid. I set it up so I do have to turn my head a touch to view the traffic rather than always having it in direct view. But it works much better than alternatives and is pretty low profile. I do prefer the larger version.
nice product, mirror size is adequate, fits my Oakley flak jackets, one thing about a mirror like this is it's always in your peripheral vision which I don't like. I used it on Cycle Oregon Weekend to honor the mirror requirement.
After riding years without a mirror, this was a great safety improvement. The price is very reasonable. The mirror (compact version) mounts & removes easily from my glasses. The adjustments are secure & there is no vibration. Very simple, light & works great!
If you ride in town or on roads with cars, you cannot do without one of these mirrors. Easy to use once you have it adjusted, and it stays adjusted. Easy to view behind you s there is minimal vibration.
I've been commuting more and more on my bike, so I decided to stop snapping my neck looking over my shoulder and get a mirror. I got the compact model, trying to get the lightest one. I have thin painted metal arms on my glasses, but the mirror's 3 point mount had no problem squeezing onto the arm. There's a left-right adjustment and an up-down adjustment. I'm sure you can set it up to get the angle you like. I have mine set so that I still look to my left maybe 20 degrees to see straight behind me. I figure that way, cars will still see that I'm checking.
The brass sleeves that let you do the adjustment are tight, so that once you make an adjustment, they don't slip. I've dropped the mirror quite a few times and neither has anything scratched or broken nor has it come off adjustment.
The only complaint I have about it is still weight. I wear my helmet straps over my glasses, which I guess is not fashionable in some quarters. Between that and the limited range of angles my head is at when riding, my glasses sit fine. But if I need to get off and check my bike or otherwise look really far down, the weight of the mirror is enough to start dragging my glasses off my nose. I'm going on a bike tour soon and definitely plan to bring a croakie to secure my glasses.
If I lose or break this mirror, I'm definitely getting the same one again.
I have used the shorter compact version of this mirror for years, and like it better than the longer mirror. It works extremely well, and is an excellent way to stay constantly aware of traffic behind you. I can't imagine cycling without one.
I discovered this mirror several years ago after breaking I don't know how many plastic mirrors trying to clip them onto my cycling glasses. Lightweight, durable, and the rectangular mirror has a much better field of vision than any of the round mirrors. Mirrors are essential for safety (would you drive a car without a rearview mirror?). This one is absolutely the best out there.
Very useful for riding in traffic or w another rider. I use a velcro band to fasten it to my helmet. Stays secure but will give wo breaking if it is bumped.
After 30 years of riding this is my first mirror purchase and I couldn't be happier with it. Takes a while to get used to it and find a position that works, but once you figure out what works for you it becomes second nature to use it. Absolutely no issues with vibration or movement while riding. Biggest problem is moving it by accident when I forget I am wearing it and strike it with my hand or arm...operator error. Great tool for safer biking.
I just started riding with it. I had used another mirror type and so far I enjoy the large vision I get out of it.
I don't see out of my left eye and can't turn around far enough to see what's coming up on me.
Some riders think it is not cool but when your alternative is getting run over by a truck I will take not cool any day.
I hope over time it does not flop around and stays tight.
The viewing area seems to be bigger than othe mirrors. It can be used on different glasses & is very mobile. There is a small learing curve in positioning the mirror. I like it better than mirrors attached to the helmut, which tend to fall off after some use.
These mirrors beat all other options.
First of all not only is it safer knowing what's behind you, it makes for more pleasurable ride. Imagine driving 100 miles in a car wo rear or side view mirrors. I know this thing looks something Benjamin Franklyn designed but it really works. Initially the wonky, archaic look of the mirror turned me off but later I discovered the genius of the design. It's super light, thin and highly adjustable due to all the moveable joints. At first it will feel a bit awkward having something jutting out in front of you but you'll soon get used to it.I also use their helmet mounting device. It's nice not having anything attached to your glasses. However the glue that came with it is worthless. I got around it by using tiny screws and Gorilla Glue. I'm giving it 4 stars because the 3 rubber friction padding that slides over the arm of the glasses tend to slip off.
I agree with the earlier poster. Once you ride with it, you'll be hooked.
Two sizes available. I use the COMPACT mirror and attach it easily on my cycling glasses. I refuse to ride without this mirror! It gives me peace of mind to be able to see what is behind me vehicle, cyclist, etc. It is a safety factor and enables one to know if they can move to the left without obstruction or turning their head which might take you and the bike into traffic. This product and company was recommended to me by Georgena Terry trusted source. Pricing was cheaper than purchasing it anywhere else, especially when I could add in my accumulated discount member points. You can NOT beat the speed of delivery, either!
After breaking a lot of plastic mirrors that said they were unbreakable I got this one. Works great and the mirror is very good quality. Don't waste your money on anything else!!!
I like to ride with a mirror and I have used a few types but I think I'm done searching for a better one. The Take a Look brand I believe is about as good as it gets. A large mirror on the handlebars might give you a big enough field of view but would have to be really big that far from my eye. Also I like the mirror view to turn with my head - not the bars. Plastic booms on other mirrors tend to flex and the image jitters in response to bumps. If you always wear the same pair of glasses and they have stiff temples - this Take a Look is a really clear view without shakes. I tend to mount to the helmet because my glasses change with conditions. Helmet mounting is always a bit more challenging but this mirror is as good of stable clear image as I think I'll find and was worth the trouble. Safe cycling!
