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CygoLite Milion 200 LED Rechargable 1-Piece HeadLight W/ Helmet Mount. | 
| Brand: Cygo Lite
Category: Sports
List Price: $129.95
Buy New: $108.95
as of 7/30/2010 15:00 EDT details
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New (6) from $108.95
Seller: Seasonal Outfitters Incorporated
Rating:  24 reviews
Sales Rank: 4000
Shipping Weight (lbs): 0.7
Dimensions (in): 7.1 x 5.1 x 2.3
MPN: MILI-200-Li
Model: MiliOn 200 USB Li-Ion
UPC: 745025090628
EAN: 0745025090628
ASIN: B002N2LZJS
Release Date: October 1, 2009
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | One-Piece Design (200 lumen LED output) | | • | Rechargeable Quick Release Li-Ion battery (3 to 6 hr run time) | | • | USB Rechargeable with dual color charging status indicator | | • | High-Low-Daylight flashing modes | | • | Handlebar and helmet mounts included |
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Product Description
Bright enough to use off road but small enough for commuting, the MiliOn 200 is the top of the line for the MiliOn series, incorporating a powerful High-Brightness LED with a Quick Release USB rechargeable Li-Ion battery
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| Customer Reviews:
Showing reviews 1-5 of 24
 Cygolite 200 - works for me July 21, 2010
Andrew
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
Wanted a lite weight little lamp for my bike so I could see where I was going riding too and from work. My el-cheapo was OK, but miserable in the wet and burnt batteries quickly. Friends said they were happy with this Cygolite, so had a quick look and purchased on-line.
I have it mounted on my helmet and find that a good spot as pretty much where I look I can see. Also means I can look at car drivers who don't want to stop at the stop sign as I approach - they stop now and I know they can see me.
Flash mode shows the reflective objects for at least a couple of hundred meters - have not measured - but way in front, giving on-coming traffic plenty of warning. Day one (having sat on the USB charger overnight) was rainy and wow - I could see! (well the edges of the path at a minimum). Lighting lasted about 4.5 hours - mixture of high beam and flasher alternating depending on track conditions. Must have had more high beam next charge - or did not count hours, as it went dim - so rode with flasher only. Now I just plug into the USB every night too keep it topped up.
Button on top is pretty large and easy to push even on cold mornings with stiff fingers (I ride with fingerless gloves all the time), though annoyingly the cycle is High -> Low -> Flash - Off, so when you go from a lit path to unlit you have to go dark or prepare early.
Comes with warning to only use supplied USB cable which is annoying too which is why I charge every night, and final annoyance, getting the cover into the USB female socket is fiddly and skewed for charging not for use. But those are the only three minor things I have that I can critise.
I may not be the brightest light on the track, but I'm not the dimmest either - I can see and be seen in all weather and that is important - especially once I hit the road and am dealing with cars.
Cheers
 Powerful light in an easy and small package July 12, 2010
Bartok Kinski (Prague)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
On my bike when I Night commute, I could not see due to the lack of a concentrated bright Bicycle light so I looked into the CygoLite Milion 200 HeadLight after I fell 50 feet into an abandoned mine shaft (luckily no major injury, as it was a flooded mine); it had the best specifications (Durability, cost, easy rechargeable battery, Run Times, no wires or external batteries, Flash mode) when compared to Light & Motion Vega 200, NiteRider MiNewt Mini 150, and DiNotte Lighting systems 200 Lumen AA Bicycle Headlight 2009 Model.
I wanted an All-in-one design which required no wires or external batteries and a good run time.
I emailed CygoLite to ask about the LED Output (Lumens) Low-Brightness specs (Run Time 6 hours) since the High-Brightness Run Time is only 3 hours and I needed more Run Time but with decent Brightness.
They didn't answer me and got all paranoid about it, competition is tough it seems (NiteRider just came out with a VERY similar durable one-piece, Rechargeable bike light, the MiNewt 250 Cordless).
MiNewt 250 Cordless - 250 Lumens (3 Light Levels - High/Med/Low/ + Flash Mode)
(Run Times: 2:30 hour High/3:30 hour Med/4:30 hour Low)
(charging Time: 4:30 HR)
(System Weight 190 grams)
retail- $129.99
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CygoLite Milion 200 - 200 Lumens (2 Light Levels - High/Low/ + Flash Mode)
(High-Brightness Run Time 3 hours/Low-Brightness Run Time 6 hours)
(charging Time: 5 hours)
(System Weight 130 grams)
The NiteRider MiNewt 250 Cordless looks very suitable and I'll probably get it soon since it has 250 Lumens plus a medium Light level Mode. It wasn't even available at the time I got the CygoLite Milion 200.
I was doubtful of buying the CygoLite Milion 200 HeadLight due to that abrupt rudeness from CygoLite customer service but I bought it anyways.
I'm glad I did. All the reviews are accurate about every detail. This is a good, powerful light in an easy and small package. If I need more Run Time, CygoLite even sells a spare rechargeable battery for retail - $40.
Light quality wise, the Milion's 200 lumens is very bright, on a dark trail, it is too bright, it is even a little brighter than I am accustomed to so I use the Low mode. It does have a tiny halo on the outer edge of the beam but if you're looking ahead it won't bother you. If you're specifically riding in a long, dark tunnel, a long, dark section of road that passes under another road or a railroad, or a long, dark underpass, it will bother you a bit.
The Low mode is adequate for a dark trail and is a lot brighter and more focused than my Planet Bike Blaze 2 watt LED Headlight. For slow riding through the city the Low mode even seems comfortable.
I like the single piece design. I like the bright power and the "swivel" use of the mounting system for going around slow, dark corners, to look for people walking at night, or to "swivel" to the right in Flash mode on a paved bike lane to make cars approaching the stop sign, aware of your presence.
The Headlight uses a decent mounting bracket that is notably effective. It fits very well on the handlebars; also, I ended up using a cut up old tube to help keep it snug. I am still able to tilt it back and forth (up/down) for use in high/low beam (level it down towards the street and reflective street signs in front of you) and flash mode (level it up towards car traffic) by not tightening the mount all the way (check/tighten the mount often so it doesn't completely loosen or fall off). With the "swivel" use of the mounting system for "left and right" and the tilt "up/down", the Headlight has a very good range.
The light is exceedingly fantastic with reflective materials, especially on dark residential or dark city streets with reflective street signs, reflective street posts, reflectors in street bumps, reflectors on parked cars, reflective animal eyes (most nocturnal animals have reflective eyes), reflectors on moving bikes, reflectors on fences, reflective materials on moving trucks/cars (Fire trucks, Ambulances, Police cars, Airport Vans, postal vehicles, Delivery trucks, Towing Trucks, Freeway service trucks, city Bus, taxi, Big Rigs, etc.), reflectors on postal boxes, etc. It really helps avoid some moving or stationary, dangerous obstacles in dark areas.
The Flash mode is SUPERB. It causes everyone to look at it, it shines and is visible on stop signs for at least 30 or more long residential blocks. If you are in very bright city lights, it's best to use the flash mode but level it up towards car traffic. People even think you're a Bicycle cop so they are more "cautious".
The "flashing" mode bright flashes are very disturbing if you're on a dark trail while you are riding, but the "flashing" mode even lights up the path too. If you have Photosensitive epilepsy, AVOID it, the "flashing" mode patterns are high in luminance contrast (bright flashes of light alternating with darkness). I nearly passed out afer a few minutes on a dark trail with it on the "flashing" mode.
I use the Milion 200 for dark trails, and on brightly lit city streets; I use a combo of high beam, low beam, and flasher. Be sure to secure the Milion 200 in its mount with an audible "click".
I'm really pleased with this light, I hope it lasts at least 2-8 years. I'd like to see a better cover for the Rechargeable port on the light since it's very cheap and rain will eventually leak in; it's also very hard to cover it back up when you're done with Recharging the light.
In all, an awesome light.
 Mount is a MESS July 1, 2010
Michael R. Pearlman
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I placed the light in the mount and it will only come out by banging on it. They have a serious production problem as the light and mount do not fit together at all well. I can probably use is as I can charge the battery in the garage while it is on the bike but if you need to get the light off for security reasons you will not like it. Support said I could mail it to them at MY expense. In addition, the screw that should hold the light from moving back and forth will not tighten enough to keep it from moving back and forth during rides. Good idea but very poor execution in my humble opinion.
Later: OK, they will send me another mount. I hope it will work better than the last one.
Finally, an affordable, self-contained commuter light that doesn't suck! June 17, 2010
Gord Lamb (Montreal, Canada)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I've tried half a dozen standard battery powered bike lights ranging from $15 - 75. Some with 1 watt LEDs, some with halogen. Some flashlights mounted to the handlebars. My last one was $30 (I forget the brand) to which I added a 1W LED. Took two C batteries, and felt like it was designed in the 80s. Last night ride I was out, it started flickering over bumps and I thought to myself: "It's 2009! Seriously. What is it with all these crappy lights?"
It isn't rocket science.
You take a Lithium Polymer/Ion battery and stick it in an alloy case. You add a quality switch. You install a powerful white LED with a properly designed lens. And yet, until that point, I could find not one on the market.
I just ordered this light a few days ago and all I can say is THANK YOU Cygolite. The light is flawless. USB charging is great when you're caught with a low battery at work. The chassis is a work of art. Solid and extremely well built. The handlebar bracket uses a thumbscrew. The light is brilliant and adequate for off-road rides, let alone night commuting. The battery is swappable, providing unlimited runtime for those really long rides.
The pushbutton switch is sealed and very reassuring. You can't hit it accidentally, and it can't flick on/off over bumps.
The battery locks in with a solid click. No mistaking its position.
It's lightweight yet feels like it was carved from a single block.
To be honest, it was a toss-up for me between this and the Trion 600. I was worried that 200 lumens might not cut it (having seen the BS ratings of other light vendors - 50, 100, etc). But I worried needlessly. This thing is absolutely adequate for pitch-black high-speed riding on pavement. If you're serious about off-roading and need a wider beam, the Trion may make more sense. But if you tend to stay on the road, this lights your way with plenty of margin.
Highly recommended!
See and be seen May 17, 2010
R. Angel (civic, act Australia)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
This light is excellent and is great for those who want to see as well as just be seen.If you require a light for rides where you encounter complete darkness on bike paths or roads this light is great.I probably wouldn't feel confident in rough terrain with it and would opt for something more powerful.My partner and I share this light and with the handlebar and helmet mount options it means that we don't even need to detach any fittings from the bike except for the actual light itself so no messing around each time with mount adjustments.I use the helmet mount and find it excellent.The velcro strap that holds the mount to your helmet works well and once in position has not loosened.
If like me you are not a customer from North America and are concerned about the battery charging and voltage/plug differences you will be pleased to know that the charger can accept 100 to 240 volts AC and then all you would require is an adapter to be able to use whatever configuration power socket you have.This is where the USB computer charge cable is such a great feature.If you are a commuter and have access to a computer at work you can do it pre ride or when you get home on your own home computer.
The other great feature is that it is a one piece unit.Once you start to require a separate battery this means cables and extra fittings which can be messy and I have had trouble in the past with cables and connections.
So this is an excellent solid,compact light and time will tell how reliable but so far I'm very happy with it.
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