Topeak RedLite Aura Bike Tail Rear Light, Red

Having upgraded my bike with the Topeak beak rack, I found that my rear light set-up was not compatible or adaptable to the rack, so I had to break down and purchase a Topeak specific light. After reviewing what was available and compatible for my rack, I chose the Redlight Aura.From my research of the rear light options, I was under the impression that the majority of the beam rack compatible versions were the type to clip onto the mounting I had with the rack. This was a pro and con. The pro being the ability to remove it as needed, but I was concerned about it moving or being jarred off the rack. I decided it was worth getting so that I could make use of the rack while having a required and much needed light.The Aura is a new product for Topeak, according to their customer service department. So I hunted it down online for the best pricing and got it for less than $20. When I received it I took a liking to it right off for the compact size, reflector/light design and the easy access power button.When I removed it from the packaging I noticed this light was going to be a good option for two reasons, both of which eliminated my pro and con mentioned above. The back is designed to fit into the mounting hardware I had, not by a clip, but rather by a screw provided, like seen on the factory provided reflectors. This eliminated the worry of having to remove it when leaving the bike in public or the concern of it being jarred off the rack. Seat post mounting hardware was also provided.The only part I cannot review is the visibility of the light while riding as I have no way of getting someone to let me know how well it can be seen. Once I do I will update this review.

Excellent! I bought this because I needed to fit a bike light onto my bike rack, and my previous light didn't fit at all and could be blocked by objects tied to my rack. This light serves two purposes: a rear light and a rear reflector. It's very easy to turn on, and I don't see having to replace the batteries anytime soon. It even stays on the bike, which means that it's always ready to go. Overall, for the good price you pay, you get a top-of-the-line product. I would highly recommend for anyone who needs a sturdy bike light (with the reflective capability as a bonus!).

I gave it four stars because, even though I bought this light for the same brand of rear rack, it doesn't fit flush into the rack leaving it slightly crooked in the mounting surface. The cover comes off with a little bit of effort, which is ok because you don't want it sliding off on it's own. The light works well so I can't really complain, any more than I already have. I apologize for not having a night time pic.

I've had a Portland Design Works Danger Zone Tail Light mounted on my seatpost and been very happy with it (so happy, in fact, that I have three of them). However, when I use a pack on my Topeak Explorer rack my seatpost mounted light and my seatpost mounted reflector are both obscured. Since I am unwilling to ride in the dark without a good rear light I looked for an alternative.I was pleased to find that this Topeak light is a direct replacement for the reflector that came on my rack; it is same width and height, but slightly deeper and has the same mounting scheme. It mounts perfectly with the single screw provided (the original reflector was also mounted with a single screw and after several months of use was still secure). Though not quite as bright as the PDW Danger Zone light I would definitely rate it as "adequately bright".

Nice and compact rear bike light. Attached to my Topeak rack perfectly. Remember to start your screw to make the threads in the plasctic first. It will save a bunch of time and frustration installing..Use two screws to attach to the rack. For some reason the kit only came with one. No big deal for Tim the Toolman. :-)Very visible and a huge difference for safety.

I bought this light to mount on my Topeak Explorer Bike Rack. This light is bright and it has a large visibility range. What makes this light worth buying is its compatibility with the Topeak racks. This light does not clip on to the rack, instead it is screwed onto the rack which makes it difficult to steal and difficult for it to fall off the rack. The light has the usual two settings: continuous and blinking.