2015 Lights Shootout

Lupine Rotlicht

What's cool about it

The Lupine Rotlicht gets brighter when the cyclist comes to a stop. It also gets brighter when there's more ambient light, like a car shining lights on it.

What is it

The Lupine Rotlicht is a 160 Lumen light with four different light modes are available: steady, flashing, wave pulse, and pulse. It has an accelerometer that allows it to function as a brake light. When you pull on the brakes and slow down significantly or come to a stop, the built in acceleration sensor turns the light brighter to gain more attention on the streets.

It is also light sensing and has automatic light adjustment depending on the ambient light. If for example a car comes closer, the light turns brighter, allowing the rider to become more visible.

httpv://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZdxE1xC7pzc&list=UUSOYbSsGkNJdUfVG-0AnTSgVideo: Test with the Lupine Rotlicht Tail Light. Tail Light was shot from 20 yards away with a camera at fixed exposure. The light was pointed at the camera then turned to the side. Different flash modes were activated.

Integrating Sphere Measured Lumens

Claimed Lumens by the manufacturer is 160 Lumens. Compare all Lumen Tests here »

Strengths

  • Features an accelerometer to function as a brake light
  • Has a light sensor to get brighter when cars are approaching
  • Aluminum construction
  • German reliability and engineering

Weaknesses

  • Not everyone is ready to spend $125 on a tail light

Specifications

  • Price: $125
  • Claimed Lumens: 160 Lumens
  • Mounted Weight: 50 grams
  • Category: Tail Light

Overall Rating

4.5 out of 5 Stars

Technologically, this is an awesome light with German engineering and best-of-breed safety features. But not everyone is ready for the $125 price point. But if you want to be safe and you're ready for a light that will last decades, the Rotlicht is a good option.

For more information visit www.lupine.de.

This article is part of Mtbr and RoadBikeReview's 2015 Lights Shootout. To see all the bike lights tested CLICK HERE.