Knog Blinder 900 MTB Road LED Bike Headlight Review - feat. 900 Lumen + USB-C + Dual-sided Mount +
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- čas přidán 21. 07. 2024
- Knog is best known for their attractive and creative be-seen style cycling lights whether it’s the fun Frog lights or the Blinder Road series. The new Blinder range are high-output headlights designed for road or mountain biking and offer advanced technology at competitive price points. We have the $79.95 Blinder 900 here but there is also a $59.95 Blinder 600 and an even brighter $99.95 Blinder 1300 version available. As the product names imply, the Blinder 900 achieves 900 lumen of output from four LEDs. The Blinder 900 uses the latest 21700 3.7V lithium ion battery with USB-C charging and a 2.5-120 hr runtime range. Knog has incorporated six different output modes including constant and flash options for daytime riding. One of the coolest features of the headlight is the flexible rail style mount that can be attached to either side of the light for versatile mounting.
One of the best features of the Blinder 900 lights is the clever dual-sided rail style mounting design. This means you can clip on the handlebar or GoPro adapter to the bottom or top of the headlight which allows the light to be used on handlebars or on the bottom of out-front mounts. The advantage of this design is that the power button always stays on top rather than being hidden on the bottom as it would be with standard headlights mounted upside down. Knog includes two mounts, a handlebar mount with a durable rubber strap and a GoPro adapter. Both mounts use a clip-on rail style attachment that allows them to be moved forward or backwards to accommodate different handlebar setups. To attach the light to the mounts you need to ensure the locking tab is open and push the light onto the rail. Our only issue with the design is that removing the light from the mounts takes a fair amount of force.
The Knog Blinder headlights combine a single piece industrial-grade CNC aluminum housing with a four LED lens design. Design wise these have an elongated shape with a square cross sectional shape that looks sleek and modern. The Blinder 900 is IP67 rated with an internal 21700 battery that can be charged via the USB-C charging port on the bottom of the light. The body has a black anodization that looks good and is robust enough for daily use or accidental drops. Premium details such as CNC’d heat sinks on the front of the light and a circular cutout on the side help dissipate heat and make it easier to hold the light. Unlike some Magicshine or Fenix headlights, the battery is fully sealed into the body which simplifies the body of the light...
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00:00 Intro
00:11 Unboxing + Specs
02:41 Fit + Finish
07:19 Light Output
08:54 Comparison (Magicshine Allty 1500, Fenix BC21R, Topeak WhiteLite, Trek Commuter)
11:50 The Final Score
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I can see this being a really good option as a bike light that doubles as a torch with how they have designed the gopro mount, as it seems so quick to disengage along with the battery life. Also, I could see myself charging the torch while still mounted on the bike at the same time as the Di2 as well. Good design Knog!
Just tried the 1300. Strap part does not hold the light at all. Tried every which way and it still flew off at the 1st bump. Go pro adapter fits securely but now ill have to screw that in somewhere. Not happy with it
I got this light now, but the go pro mount is not holding firmly on the handlebar mount. It just swings around loosely. Any idea how to get it to hold firmly in place? It's a shame Knog didn't provide the screws needed to attach it either.
Do you mean the GoPro attachment rotates? If that's the case it sounds like your GoPro thumb screw or bolt / nut setup isn't tight enough. I would try to tighten it up, or use a different thumbscrew. Nearly all mounts come with the thumbscrews / bolt needed for the GoPro mount which is why KNOG doesn't include one. You can also buy them nearly anywhere - www.amazon.com/gopro-thumb-screws/s?k=gopro+thumb+screws
You really need to torque the nut down. I have the same problem with all my go-pro mounted accessories.
StVZO kudos to you!
I like this, but looking at the 1300 for fast alpine descending at night. Do you know of any rear lights that are also USB C?
The Magicshine Seemee 300 / RAVEMEN TR350 / TR500 / Moon Sport Helix Sense are all USB-C if you want a matching bright taillight. Knog's taillights (R-150 for example) have built-in USB-A ports which are cool but not as convenient as a USB-C slot.
@@TheSweetCyclists Thanks for the suggestions, the Knog looks nice but I really wish they'd just kept everything USB type C for convenience. I also found a Fenix option which seems reasonable, although only 15 lumens
Yes, we have the review for the original Fenix BC05R (czcams.com/video/H3KLP6StYdc/video.html) and I actually still have it attached to my backpack for extra visibility. The RAVEMEN/ Moon Sport are the brightest USB-C lights we've reviewed.@@gemsandlasers269
Knog blinder rear light is usb c
I own the blinder 1300 super bright badass light
Yeah so I got the Blinder 900 today and turns out it can't be charged while using it! Thats a bummer. Otherwise I really like this light. Build quality is great and if dimmed down it can be used for many hours straight.
Are you sure you can't charge it while riding? The Blinder 900 I have seems to work while charged in whether plugged in whether I attach a USB-C cable while it is on or when off.
Would you take knogg blinder 600 or lezyne 800lm xl ?
I haven't personally used the Lezyne light, but based on the specs I think the Blinder 900 would be a better choice if you want USB-C and a wider beam for fast riding (4 vs 2 LEDs). The Lezyne seems to be a bit more compact but lacks to dual-sided mounting option.
Thank you Sir. I also opted for Knog and your point of view confirmed it@@TheSweetCyclists
How dod you switch modes ?
There is only a single button for the light. A double press switches between the modes while a single press switches intensities.
Is it programmable?
No, this model does not have a programing option. All four LEDs operate together in all the modes.
Can it be turned on and light during charging?
Yes, the Blinder supports on-the-go charging. It seems like all the modes are available even while it is being charged.
@@TheSweetCyclists Did you try it? I even wrote to the Knog's support and here is what they replied:
"Unfortunately as a result of the signal chain, you will not be able to charge and operate the Blinder 1300 at the same time. "
@@MarekZiokowski At least with my version, I'm able to operate the light while it appears to be charging (the indicator light is flashing). It's possible they may have removed the feature or it isn't actually charging (just the indicator light is blinking).
@@TheSweetCyclists I got another answer from the support:
"You cannot power the Blinder without charging the battery - any current from a power bank is going to go to the light via the charging circuit resulting in the light bein inoperable when dead. "
That's too bad to hear. I'm not sure why more companies don't add on-the-go-charging it seems like it should be easy with a USB-C port.@@MarekZiokowski
How can I change the 21700 battery?
Unfortunately no, the battery is integrated into the body of the light. Most brands don't have removable batteries, but brands like Fenix and other flashlight companies do have that feature.
@@TheSweetCyclistsThank you for the input. I think a non removable battery is way too normalized. It should be the standart. But yeah, you described how it is. At least the EU is doing something against this with smartphones.
I need to replace my old lights because of this. Can you recommend me some besides the Fenix ones? I barely found any.
Did you test how bad it blinds other persons in traffic?
As with any non-beam cutoff light, the light generates glare. You'll want to tilt it downward a bit when you're riding on bike paths or busy areas to reduce the glare. The higher output modes are great for riding off road or gravel where you can light up the trail without worrying about oncoming traffic.
Recommend your video from yt studio
This mount type is sh*t, I'm not sure if it will keep her while ride in the forest :/
The mount feels pretty secure, we haven't had any issues with it over rough roads or potholes. I'm not sure if it's rated for jumps / single track though.
I'll waited to test the light too much talking