Mirrycle MTB Bar End Mountain Bicycle Mirror
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Description of Mirrycle MTB Bar End Mountain Bicycle Mirror
Mounts onto bar end, installation wrench included Wide view convex mirror pivots to any viewing angleThe Mountain Bicycle Mirror from Mirrycle provides a wide view of the cars behind you, so that you don't have to turn your head as you bike. Designed to fit mountain bike style handlebars, the three-inch round mirror mounts on your handlebar's bar end in minutes with the included wrench. Thanks to its convex glass and pivoting design, the mirror offers a wide field of view to any viewing angle of the road behind you--so that you can remain focused on the road ahead.
Sports reviews of Mirrycle MTB Bar End Mountain Bicycle Mirror
Customer Review: Great Mirror
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I mostly use my bike for aerobic exercise up to 15 miles a day. A lot of my riding is what I refer to as "sidewalk" riding along 4-lane type suburban highways and with fall coming, thus the days getting shorter, I needed more safety equipment like lights, mirror and reflective clothing.
My first purchase was lights. I bought the Planet Bike Blaze 1-Watt Headlight and Suplerflash Taillight Combination Bicycle Light Set which is very good.
I next wanted a mirror and read the reviews on the Mirrycle MTB mirror. I didn't want one of the "strap on" mirrors. What I like about this mirror is that it has a really secure fit in my handle bar and it adjusts up/down and in/out. In other words, I have a custom view behind me now (especially when my family is out riding with me). BTW... did I mention that I actually bought three of these mirrors? One for me, one for my wife and one for my son?
I also like that the mirror is real glass so I can clearly see what is reflected. And just remember.... Objects are closer than they appear!
Customer Review: Still Alive: saw everything!
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
Watched the wanna-be Nascar truckers approach from the rear and was able to easily adjust; didn't get bumped over the railing of the overpass into the traffic on the Interstate below. Uneven pavement, cracks, rocks, all sorts of vibration didn't move the mirror out of adjustment! What more can I ask for? The design of the Mountain Mirrycle is great! Fits into the handle of my hybrid Schwinn perfectly. Each element is able to be adjusted for a perfect view of impending rear-end disaster. This is a very high-quality mirror, well-designed and engineered in every respect. And the instructions are well-written and illustrated. You will not have a speck of trouble installing. The cautionary note about the tight fit of cap screws is 'right-on'; and even though a small hex wrench is included in the parts bag, I would suggest substituting a longer 3.0-size hex key, maybe a 'T' handle style, which will offer you stronger leverage. You won't be disappointed in this mirror. It's one of those perfect products that the manufacturer will inevitably stop making and will no longer be available; glad I bought two!Customer Review: impeccable
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
This is the best mirror I have ever used or seen anywhere. The mount is very solid, but it can be quickly and smoothly adjusted in all three degrees of freedom, as well as folded away for storage, or while riding in the bushes.
One thing I sometimes wish were different is the angle of view, which I find a bit narrow, but I am a tall person and I ride upright, so my angle of view is limited by the distance to the mirror, rather than by its curvature. The only solution to that would be to have an even larger mirror, or use a head-mounted one; this mirror is as large as a bike mirror can be, I think. I simply lean closer to it when I need a wider view.
During assembly, the torque required to drive the screws in is so strong that it feels as if the screw is cross-threaded, giving an urge to back off and start again. But that is how the thing is designed: the female threads in the brass bushings are undersized for a very tight fit, making the friction in the joints adjustable and stable, while saving weight.
The design is simply brilliant, and it works perfectly.
Customer Review: I don't know how I ever lived without it
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I've been commuting to work for more than 2 years now, during the summer days. This year, I finally got sick of twisting my head to see the traffic. So, recently I purchased this product from amazon and I must say that this is the best purchase I've ever made. Better than the road slick tires, patch kit, rear rack, handlebar bell... etc. I am 10x safer with it. Adjusted correctly, it offers a perfect vision of the road and the lanes behind you for about a half mile.
Installation is a breeze. Took all of 5 minutes if you grab a friend to help you. Also, I would ride up and down an empty road to get it adjusted perfectly before tightening the bolts and taking it for a commute. I have my mirror so that it's very tight but I can still play with the angles.
Over time, the mirror hex nuts will loosen a bit. So I'd suggest carrying the included allen key with you (or a multitool). You really shouldn't be riding without a multitool anyway.
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Customer Review: Fantastic Bike Mirror!!!
Sport shop rating: 5 Stars
I purchased one thru Amazon for my cruiser bike. I liked it so well, I purchased three more thru Amazon. I will have two on my cruiser and two on my mountain bike. Even though this mirror was designed for mountain bikes, I think this mirror will work well on ANY bike and perhaps motorcycles as well. Very easy to assemble and the brass inserts act as locknuts which hold the screws in place without coming loose. Very easy to adjust and nice visability thanks to the convex of mirror itself. This mirror is very sturdy and does not vibrate with the exception of the vibration from the bike itself. TIP: The mirror can easily be adjusted by hand by tightening the screws good and snug into the "locknut" brass inserts. No need to over tighten. The screws will not come loose. The screw that holds the entire mirror (base of mirror) in the end of the handlebar via one of two wedges (both wedges included and even the allen wrench) must be tight so it can't be turned by hand. Buy this mirror if you're looking for quality, ease of assembly, and ease of adjustabiliy!!