CYGOLITE Hotshot– 100 & 50 Lumen & 2W Bicycle Taillight Models– 6 Night & Daytime Modes– User Tunable Flash Speed– Compact– IP64 WaterResistant– Secure Hard Mount– USB Recharging– Great for Busy Roads
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Style: 2w
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Founded in 1991, Cygolite is one of the original American brand of bicycle light systems. After 30+ years of designing and manufacturing LED bicycle lights, Cygolite has the proven experience, designs, and technologies to craft quality products that are on the leading edge of safety. We’re proud to see throughout the years what began as a Cygolite breakthrough later becomes standard on every bicycle light, and advancing all of bicycling safety.
Color: Black, Red
Brand: Cygolite
Material: Plastic
Power Source: Battery Powered
Water Resistance Level: Water Resistant
Item Weight: 3.2 ounces
Mounting Type: Internal
Product Dimensions: 1.5"L x 1.5"W x 2.5"H
Number of settings: 6
Light Output Maximum: 30 lumens
Power Source: Battery Powered
Water Resistance Level: Water Resistant
Mounting Type: Internal
Number of settings: 6
Light Output Maximum: 30 lumens
Auto Part Position: Rear
Item Weight: 3.2 ounces
Item Dimensions L x W x H: 1.5"L x 1.5"W x 2.5"H
Color: Black, Red
Material Type: Plastic
International Protection Rating: IP64
Brand Name: Cygolite
Number of Pieces: 1
Manufacturer: Cygolite
UPC: 745025014082
Number of Items: 1
Global Trade Identification Number: 82
Included Components: Hotshot 2W tail light, seat post mount, mini USB charging cable
Item Type Name: bike light
Model Number: HS-2W-USB
Manufacturer Part Number: HS2WUSB
Warranty Description: One Year Limited Warranty
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Style: 2w
I take long bike rides (up to 60 miles) and tour occasionally. I always use bright front and rear flashing lights when I ride. They make me very visible. More than once, they have helped prevent an accident. My rear light started turning itself off while I was riding, and turning itself on while my bike was parked. The old light used AAA batteries. I used Eneloop rechargeables, which gave excellent service. I felt the requirement to disassemble the light frequently to change batteries was one of the reasons the power switch became unreliable over time. I was intrigued by the Cygolite because I can plug it in for charging while the bike is parked. Once mounted to the bike, it can stay there. The issue for me is battery life. Cygolite advertises 4.5 to 500 hours. When I'm on tour, I don't always have access to power. I want to be able to ride 2 or 3 days without recharging. When I got the light, I charged it, then started riding, keeping track of my hours. I did not adjust the OSP feature (which can dim the light) and used the last flash before the steady mode. The battery lasted over 27 hours. That's more than 3 days of riding for me, and it's plenty. The light is well built and appears to be sturdy. It is quite bright and is easily visible in even very bright sunlight. The light remembers the mode setting. This makes it easy to turn on and off. It turns on in the flash mode I like, prevents multiple presses. I like the fact that the charging cable uses the mini USB connector, which is more rugged than the micro connector popular on smart phones. Cygolite advertises the light is rain proof. I haven't been in the rain with this light yet, but the cover for the charging port is finicky and is a weak point. I might come back and update this review at the end of the season. I attach my rear light to a rack. Cygolite does not include a rack mount, but it is available for a very reasonable price from their web site. Their rack mount looks similar to the mount used by Planet Bike and Portland Design Works, but they aren't compatible. If you already have one of the other rack mounts, you will need to buy a new one for the Cygolite. Overall, I am very pleased with this light so far.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2014 by Dennis Eichenlaub
Style: 2w
I have a boneyard of bicycle tail lights strewn around my garage. I commute year round in Central Oregon, 45 minutes each way. In the winter months, when the sun comes up around 8:30 AM, and goes down by 4:15 PM, that means I'm riding in the dark, coming and going. Though I choose my route carefully, there are a couple of "tight spots" along the way where I really want to be seen. During the last year or so, a variety of truly bright tail lights have come out, visible during daylight hours from quite a distance. The Cygolite Hotshot 2-Watt USB, in my mind, is the best. Is there a noticeable difference between a 2 watt LED and a single watt? My wife, who overtakes me in her car on the way to work, says "YES!". She notes that the Cygolite is easily the brightest tail light I've ever used. What's to like? Easily detachable/attachable. Multiple modes. Very long life on a single charge, well over 24 hours even at the brightest setting. Gotta love the USB rechargeable battery: at the end of my work week, I pop the light off my bike, charge it (2-3 hours), pop it back on, good to go for at least another week. No prying covers off, no batteries to dispose of. What's less to like? If you belong to a group of night riders, you'll have to tone down: this light is obnoxiously bright even to some cars, much less to a fellow rider right behind you. The light intensity, in fairness, is very adjustable. Mode selection is easy, adjusting the intensity of the light took me a bit of practice, and cost me a bit of frustration. I've been using this light for five months. I'm loving its ease of use. I'm loving that it's so bright that cars often give me far more room than I need to feel safe. It's high daytime visibility is a real plus on my recumbent. This item is a winner that has made my half dozen other tail lights obsolete. Job well done, Cygolite.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 6, 2012 by Smith's Rock
Style: 2w
This thing is bright; very attention-grabbing. I thought the beam might be a little too tight, since you want to be seen from as wide an angle as possible, but in practice the drivers approaching you from directly behind are the main concern. I set the bike about 40 feet from a wall to see how wide a circle the main beam makes. At that distance it's wide enough to hit a driver in a low car, like a Ferrari, or in a high one like a motorhome. The cone of light will just get larger the farther out it goes, and being as bright as it is, it will still be easy to see. It has several flashing modes, but I think the most useful one is the steady-pulse mode. It stays on constantly at a medium level brightness, and at an adjustable interval it flashes three times at a high brightness level. The constant light is supposed to make it easier for passing drivers to gauge your speed, direction, and location, while the bright pulses attract attention better than a steady light. One light does the job of two. Up until recently I had a taillight that just flashed three regular LEDs. You could see it if it was dark out, but once the sun started to come up it got harder and harder to see. During that transition time you really want to be seen. The Cygolite is noticeable in any light, even on a bright, sunny day at noon. It's rechargeable, compact, bright, water-proof, and has a nice selection of flash modes. The only thing I don't like about it is that the on/off button is the same as the flash mode selection button. When you're turning it off, and say you're in a bit of a hurry, you don't hold the button down long enough, not only does the light not shut off but it also shifts to the next flash mode. Then you have to cycle through them to get back to the one you had. Not that big a deal, you get used to it after a few times, but, just saying, if it had a separate switch it would be perfect.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 22, 2015 by Angler
Style: 2w
I have had a good year of use to finally provide a decent review. The light ships with easy to follow instructions for the various modes and button functions, and are generally easy to remember, although I tend to forget which is the power button. A clue is that when the correct button is held for a few seconds, the light flashes one time, then turns off. The light comes with a built in clip type mount (to mount to a bike bag or clothing), and a seat post mount, so if you plan on mounting it to a pannier rack (as I do), you will need to order an accessory piece that mounts to the rear of your rack frame. The clip mount snaps in and out of the seat post mount and optional rack mount, using the same clip that attaches to clothing. The light produced appears ample day or night, and I suggest using it at all times, varying the patterns and intensity as you see fit. I generally am happy with it just slowly flashing, although any old mode is better than none. I do turn it off if I am on a multi use path, so that I don't blind my fellow riders (it's that bright). There are plenty of theories on which pattern is best by conditions, but that is too much effort for me. I want the light to make sure motorized vehicles can see me, either to better avoid or aim for me... It easily charges via a mini USB, which is larger than the micro USB most non-Apple gizmos require these days. I keep both micro and mini USB cables at my work desk, so I can charge it along my other mini and micro USB lights every day or so. Although I have not measured it, my commute is about 1.5 hours one way, so a charge lasts a decent amount of time. Recommended, but one star deducted for not including a rack mount that requires an additional purchase. Otherwise, an outstanding and affordable light. Certainly better than my circa 1982 yellow flashing bulb light.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 24, 2016 by Etienne
Style: 2w
I want daylight visibility and this light delivers it. I have two, 8 or so (?) year old Cygolites that continue to function - as advertised - just about the way they did when purchased. I don't ride in the rain and / or commute daily in all kinds of weather. The performance of this light is exceptional. So ... I just bought another new one. Seems a bit brighter. And, as I turn 80 years old in 2027, it wouldn't be a bad bet that this light will still be functioning well when my cycling days have ended.
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Reviewed in the United States on August 31, 2026 by S. Rather
Style: 2w
At last we have a daylight visible taillight for less than $100. I bought one of these for my daughter for Christmas and I was so impressed I bought one for myself. I've wanted a taillight that's bright enough to see in full daylight and I've also wanted a taillight with a rechargable battery. That way I can recharge the taillight before a ride just like I do the front light and know the battery won't die an hour after sunset. It also seems greener to me. This light fits the bill perfectly and I can't complain about the price either. It's very small for all the features it has - probably one of the smallest and lightest taillights I've owned. It's extremely bright but very directional. It has five flash patterns which can be sped up or slowed down (unique feature?). My only complaint about the flash patterns is that the 'random' mode sequence isn't long enough - I'd like to see a light with a truely random flash sequence. I think there's nothing that grabs a driver's attention like a large group of cyclists - except a police car. The bike mount is small and the screw that holds the mount together is smaller than average. One reviewer commented on this but it seems appropriate to the lightness of the light itself. As luck would have it, our first test ride started in bright sunlight and ended in a heavy storm. I can report the light is highly visible in direct sunlight except when the sun is directly behind the rider. It is also waterproof :-) Recharging is easy although most people will need to remove the light from the bike to recharge it which is a slight inconvenience. It comes with a USB charging cable but no charger. If you don't already have a computer or USB charger I'd be surprised. There appear to be two leds in the light. The main one has a focusing mirror/lens and is highly directional. You will need to align the light horizontally so the motorists approaching from behind can see it. If you do this, cyclists draughting you will not be blinded by the light. Don't make the common mistake of illuminating passing aeroplanes. The second led is dimmer and is flashing right now to tell me the light is charging. I have not yet tried this light at night. I'm curious to know if it causes problems for following cyclists after sundown. The mount was less than perfect. I really wanted to mount this on the seatstay because I often ride with a Carradice bag which blocks the saddle post. But there is no seatstay mount offered (what would this have cost, 50 cents?). I ended up salvaging a seatstay mount from an old, dead light. Mounting this light on a saddle bag or pocket is not an option. It seems each year the quality of bicycle lights improves dramatically. This light is currently leading that trend. Pros. Small, light, very bright, rechargable Cons. Flash patterns, missing seat stay mount
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Reviewed in the United States on December 31, 2012 by Math Addict
Style: 2w
This tail light appealed to me for several reasons,It is bright, two watts max output, it is USB rechargeable and it can last a long time with the right settings. It also comes with a seat post mount and a seat stay mount. The light is the Hotshot 2watt led from Cygolite. A very nice feature of this light is you can change how fast the flashing modes flash and you can also change how bright the light is. If you are going to be doing a night ride with your friends then you can lower the intensity of the light so you don't blind everyone else on the ride. If you are riding by yourself in the daylight you can dial up the brightness making it easier for cars to see you and if you get caught in some unexpected low visibility conditions like fog you can crank the brightness up to full. Due to the fact you can change how bright the light is the run times stated by the company cover a range depending on the mode to cover the various brightness and speed of flashing options you can set. The steady mode advertises a run time from 4.5 to 500 hours The triple flash mode is stated as 120 to 320 hours. Zoom mode is 12-29 hours single flash 28-120 hours random flash is 26-110 hours and steady pulse is 20-22. The light comes with a USB cable to recharge the light which uses a USB mini plug on the light. There is a charge indicator so you know when it is fully recharged. There is a low power indicator as well. Another nice feature is on the company web site you can buy spare parts such as additional mounts in case you have multi bikes but don't want to buy multi lights. There is a two button system to program the brightness and flashing speed. One button turns the light on and off and switches between modes. The other button speeds up or slows down the flashing speed, if you are in a flashing mode or increases or decreases the brightness if you are in the steady mode. I've only had the light for a few days so no idea on long term durability but so far it seems like a really nice little light. The only thing I could want that it doesn't have is a built in reflector. I like the idea that a taillight also has a reflector in case something happens and the light dies on you in the middle of a night ride. With a built in reflector at least you have something instead of just a dead light.
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Reviewed in the United States on January 22, 2015 by Casey Kerrigan
Style: 2w
My daily fourteen mile rides begin around 4:00 a.m., so I want my bike to be as visible as possible. I will not spend time commenting on the quality and brightness of the Hotshot, because hundreds of other reviewers have said it all. It is BRIGHT, but it is also DIRECTIONAL, so you need to consider that when you choose where and how to install it. I could not put mine on the seat tube because I have a seat bag, so I decided to put it on the taillight hanger on the back of that bag. First, I adjusted the bag so the back-end was as close to vertical as I could get it. Then I slipped the Hotshot's clip over the bag's nylon hanger. To test it, I waited till dark and then put the bike's back-end a few feet in front of the garage door. From there, the Hotshot projected a one foot diameter beam onto the garage door. With the bike in the upright position (not on the kickstand), the light was straight in line with the bike frame and wheels (so no left or right adjustment was needed). I then moved the bike about four car lengths away from the doors and checked again. The left/right positioning was still good, but the light pointed down a little too much to be seen from a long distance by drivers (and I wanted to give them as much early warning of my presence as possible). So I attached a 3/4"x3" strip of Velcro hooks to the back of the bag, centering it right under and up against the bag's taillight hanger (so when the Hotshot was slipped on the hanger its bottom edge would be 1/2" or so below the top edge of the Velcro hooks). Then I cut two sets of 3/4"x2" pieces from both hook and loop pieces of Velcro, and glued the back of the loop sides to the back of the hook sides. Now I had two small pads to stick behind the bottom of the Hotshot's body to adjust the vertical angle of the light beam. I centered the first pad on the three-inch strip I had already glued to the bag (loop side toward the bag, hook side toward the light). Then when I clipped the light on the bag, the bottom part of it came to rest on top of the little pad, which pushed it out and caused the light to be aimed up a bit. Then I put the second pad on top of the first one, to aim the beam even higher. After moving the bike about sixty feet from the garage and checking the position of the light beam on the garage, I decided to go with just one pad. Now I am comfortable that drivers can see my light at the greatest possible distance because it is aimed at their windshields. BTW, I leave the Hotshot on Solid, on the brightest setting (it's adjustable, read the info with it), because that makes it visible at the greatest distance. Plus, I have two other lights almost as bright, one located at the top of one seat-stay and another light on the other seat-stay. Those two lights are set for rapid blinking and they are not directional so they can be seen from the sides, too). Because I use the Hotshot in the steady, brightest mode, I charge it after every ride so I always have max light.) BTW, the glue I use is a two-part epoxy with a five-minute cure time (which can be bought at any hardware store) Other glues might work, too. If this review helped you please click the button to say so, giving others a better chance to see it. Ride safe! Later: I called the company with a question and connected immediately with someone who was very polite and helpful. Quality product; quality support. [Later: I have now added a five-LED, Serfas light to the back of my helmet, using the same Velcro techniques--I'm beginning to feel well-lighted and reasonably safe (although, I keep a sharp eye on my rear-view mirror and always try to have an escape route in mind when a car is approaching--drunk drivers might not see me even if the bike and I both glowed brightly in the dark!)].
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Reviewed in the United States on June 14, 2014 by 1brownr0