The Ray 2600B doesn't actually have a beam cutoff, it just uses a basic horizontal diffuser to spread the light from the right LED. If you want a real-cutoff you might want to checkout the Outbound Lighting Detour. Otherwise, Magicshine has some new higher-output beam cutoff lights in the works that will be releasing soon.
Allty 1500S or Fenix BC26R? I really like the (Allty) garmin mount, but does it really work well upside down? Anyway, I like the Fenix design better. :)
The Allty 1500S can easily be used upside down - the beam is not directional and there is no beam cutoff. Personally I like the Allty 1500S more than the Fenix because of the OLED screen - BUT if you use it upside down the screen is pointless. Also - Fenix has a nice GoPro adapter which also lets you easily mount it upside down as well.
If there is, I'm not aware of it. The only lights with removable batteries seem to be from flash light companies like Fenix which have simpler lens designs.
Is there definitely no beam shaping going on (thinking about mounting upside down under a stem mount)? In the beam shot @8:14 it looks like there's a shape to the light, but perhaps it's an optical illusion. Also, can the light be charged and working at the same time? Am wondering about scope for longer runtimes with a USB battery pack?
The Allty 1500S can be used upside down, I think what you are seeing is the DRL extending the beam shape. If you flip it, the DRL will be on the bottom but the main LED still has a standard cone shape. Also, the light does work with a battery connected so you should be able to recharge it on the go.
Hi, I have a problem with not one but two Altty 1500s, both stops and reboot after a couple of seconds. Is there anything I can do, with maybe a setting or configuration that maybe I overlooked? Annoyingly the units stop after some seconds (it's happening also during riding, this could be very unsafe). This rebooting also make using the app a nightmare, as I lose the connection to the light unit and I have to reconnect again then losing the connection again.
I'd recommend reaching out to Magicshine support to see if there is anything they can do. I've had most of Magicshine's lights and I haven't run into this type of reboot issue before.
Which one would you recommend ? Magicshine EVO 1300 MagicShine RAY 1600B Magicshine ALLTY 1500S I’m riding XL bike with raised Handlebars concern about blinding others and solid beam with cut off I like please help
Have you considered the Magicshine EVO 1700 instead? It has a sharp beam cutoff like the EVO 1300 but a bit more power. The RAY and ALLTY series just have soft beam cutoffs which still have glare.
stvzo has very high limits for output, they're only stringent about shape. My stvzo lupine is an assault on the senses even before you flick the high beam on.
Yes you're correct. Talking with some lompanies it seems like the challenge with StVZO is creating a bright light that stays within the narrow allowed beam width (higher output can spread output more). There is definitely a big trend toward StVZO or at least beam-cutoff lights these days (Lupine / Trek Commuter Pro RT / Topeak WhiteLite). Magicshine has a few in the works that you'll see reviews for soon.
If you want a bike light with generic battery cells I think the Fenix lights and Reelight Lux are probably your best bets. This Allty 1500S at least has a removable battery though, most lights have integrated designs.
Poor battery life. They claimed an autonomy of 3h30 at maximum capacity on the technical sheet but in reality it is around 60-90 min at 1500 lumen. They claim their numbers are based on ANSI/NEMA FL 1-2009. This is rubbish. Their specified runtime uses lighting time down to 0 lumens while ANSI/NEMA FL 1-2009 estimates runtime up to 10% output. There is also a problem with the accuracy of the remaining battery time. I tried to be diplomatic and contacted them for explanations and a solution to the problems, without success.
Yes, it's a pro and con. Assuming Magicshine continues to sell the battery replacements it should be a lot cheaper than buying an entirely new light once the battery becomes depleted.
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Great that products again have started to have replaceable batteries - and it will become EU law by 2027 anyway. But sooo stupid it's not a standard 18650 battery...
I like this removable battery design. I can prepare an extra battery, so the headlight's battery life no longer bothers me.😊
I just wonder if the the Ray2600B is a better light. The beam cutoff is a must for me as well
The Ray 2600B doesn't actually have a beam cutoff, it just uses a basic horizontal diffuser to spread the light from the right LED. If you want a real-cutoff you might want to checkout the Outbound Lighting Detour. Otherwise, Magicshine has some new higher-output beam cutoff lights in the works that will be releasing soon.
Allty 1500S or Fenix BC26R?
I really like the (Allty) garmin mount, but does it really work well upside down?
Anyway, I like the Fenix design better. :)
The Allty 1500S can easily be used upside down - the beam is not directional and there is no beam cutoff. Personally I like the Allty 1500S more than the Fenix because of the OLED screen - BUT if you use it upside down the screen is pointless. Also - Fenix has a nice GoPro adapter which also lets you easily mount it upside down as well.
Is there ANY light on the market with a sharp beam cutoff (I want to be courteous...) AND Replaceable batteries???
If there is, I'm not aware of it. The only lights with removable batteries seem to be from flash light companies like Fenix which have simpler lens designs.
@TheSweetCyclists your title says rear tailight, but the video is for a front light
Thanks! Title has been updated.
Is there definitely no beam shaping going on (thinking about mounting upside down under a stem mount)? In the beam shot @8:14 it looks like there's a shape to the light, but perhaps it's an optical illusion. Also, can the light be charged and working at the same time? Am wondering about scope for longer runtimes with a USB battery pack?
The Allty 1500S can be used upside down, I think what you are seeing is the DRL extending the beam shape. If you flip it, the DRL will be on the bottom but the main LED still has a standard cone shape. Also, the light does work with a battery connected so you should be able to recharge it on the go.
Thanks for the confirmation@@TheSweetCyclists
Hi, I have a problem with not one but two Altty 1500s, both stops and reboot after a couple of seconds. Is there anything I can do, with maybe a setting or configuration that maybe I overlooked? Annoyingly the units stop after some seconds (it's happening also during riding, this could be very unsafe). This rebooting also make using the app a nightmare, as I lose the connection to the light unit and I have to reconnect again then losing the connection again.
I'd recommend reaching out to Magicshine support to see if there is anything they can do. I've had most of Magicshine's lights and I haven't run into this type of reboot issue before.
Which one would you recommend ?
Magicshine EVO 1300
MagicShine RAY 1600B
Magicshine ALLTY 1500S
I’m riding XL bike with raised Handlebars concern about blinding others and solid beam with cut off I like please help
Have you considered the Magicshine EVO 1700 instead? It has a sharp beam cutoff like the EVO 1300 but a bit more power. The RAY and ALLTY series just have soft beam cutoffs which still have glare.
Only downside is the weight. If they can incorporate a electric honk into the light through the remote control would be perfect.
stvzo has very high limits for output, they're only stringent about shape. My stvzo lupine is an assault on the senses even before you flick the high beam on.
Yes you're correct. Talking with some lompanies it seems like the challenge with StVZO is creating a bright light that stays within the narrow allowed beam width (higher output can spread output more). There is definitely a big trend toward StVZO or at least beam-cutoff lights these days (Lupine / Trek Commuter Pro RT / Topeak WhiteLite). Magicshine has a few in the works that you'll see reviews for soon.
Too bad about the proprietary battery and the Garmin mount. I really don't get why are manufacturers using it on flashlights.
If you want a bike light with generic battery cells I think the Fenix lights and Reelight Lux are probably your best bets. This Allty 1500S at least has a removable battery though, most lights have integrated designs.
No words!
Poor battery life. They claimed an autonomy of 3h30 at maximum capacity on the technical sheet but in reality it is around 60-90 min at 1500 lumen. They claim their numbers are based on ANSI/NEMA FL 1-2009. This is rubbish. Their specified runtime uses lighting time down to 0 lumens while ANSI/NEMA FL 1-2009 estimates runtime up to 10% output. There is also a problem with the accuracy of the remaining battery time. I tried to be diplomatic and contacted them for explanations and a solution to the problems, without success.
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A pro and somewhat con is the replaceable battery. Good that's it's replaceable, bad that it's proprietary..
Yes, it's a pro and con. Assuming Magicshine continues to sell the battery replacements it should be a lot cheaper than buying an entirely new light once the battery becomes depleted.
It's impossible to watch so many ads here
A person got to earn bruhh. Get premium yt if you're really active watching yt.
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very BAD battery life, 9.30hr for 300lm 3.30hr for 750lm and 1hr for 1500lm.... they lie about the bat. life... rest its great light.
Great that products again have started to have replaceable batteries - and it will become EU law by 2027 anyway. But sooo stupid it's not a standard 18650 battery...
That's great to hear, the EU laws seem to be really pushing companies toward re-usable product designs and standardized charging ports.
AMEN too that greetzz grom an country in the EU❤🎉😊