Looks like a vintage piece. Found a similar one on ebay (unfortunatly sold already) http://cgi.ebay.de/Alte-RIEMANN-Fahrrad-Kerzenlaterne-GERMANIA-/280606916980#ht_500wt_1156
I could see this being a pretty good rear reflector because of the flickering nature of the flame. But I don't see it being at all useful as a headlight. Plus, I could see an argument for rechargeable lights being "greener" than having to replace the tea light constantly.
Thanks Paul, I actually saw one on the Internet weeks ago. I think they were selling the same, I just can't find that site anymore. Also thought that you might know it.Anyways, hope that we could find one for our bikes.
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Looks like a vintage piece. Found a similar one on ebay (unfortunatly sold already)
ReplyDeletehttp://cgi.ebay.de/Alte-RIEMANN-Fahrrad-Kerzenlaterne-GERMANIA-/280606916980#ht_500wt_1156
I could see this being a pretty good rear reflector because of the flickering nature of the flame. But I don't see it being at all useful as a headlight. Plus, I could see an argument for rechargeable lights being "greener" than having to replace the tea light constantly.
ReplyDeleteErik - I think this is a clear cut case of form over function.
ReplyDeletewhere do you think I can buy one of those? Thanks..
ReplyDeleteDing - If I knew, I'd own one. Sorry.
ReplyDeleteThanks Paul, I actually saw one on the Internet weeks ago. I think they were selling the same, I just can't find that site anymore. Also thought that you might know it.Anyways, hope that we could find one for our bikes.
ReplyDeleteSafe Riding always.