Portland Design Works (PDW) releases another helpful gadget to help keep you safe out there. Hot on the heels of the Valentine-inspired Blinking of You taillight comes the new Rackstar taillight.
The Rackstar offers a practical lighting solution for cyclists who use rear cargo racks. This tail light mounts directly to the reflector eyelets on most carrier racks, so it sits out of the way of seatpacks, panniers, or other accessories that typically attach to the seatpost.
When compared to standard taillights, the new Rackstar light is a much larger size. This helps to provide increased visibility for added safety. The built-in reflector component meets EU safety standards, giving riders both active lighting and passive reflection in a single unit.
The Rackstar’s battery life stands out with a claimed 200-hour run time between charges. This extended runtime reduces the frequency of charging and helps ensure the light won’t die during longer rides or multi-day trips. PDW says that the Rackstar’s large size helps to get a bigger battery that enables a long run time.
Rackstar Retail & Detail
Retail: $30
- Charging: USB-C
- Mount: Rear rack reflector mount
- Low battery warning: Yes
- Charging status light: Yes
- Modes/lumens/run times
– Steady / 15LM / 50h
– Flash / 15LM / 100h
– Dance / 15LM / 200h
Built for touring cyclists, commuters, or anyone who regularly carries gear on a rear rack. The Rackstar addresses the real challenge of maintaining good rear visibility while still using the bike’s cargo space.
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