WHAT IS YOUR PREFERENCE?

Every Supernova E3 Pro light is available with two distinct beam patterns because the illumination characteristics of a light are much more important than its mere brightness. A too narrow or inhomogeneous beam might be brighter in a single spot than a wider, smoother beam, but it will not allow you to perceive your surroundings as well. All Supernova Lights come with a smooth beam with enough scattered light on the sides.

Illumination patterns are a matter of individual taste. Therefore, we will give you recommendations but ask you to bear in mind that you should choose the beam pattern you personally like best.

"THE FAIR TALE OF THE LUX"

The oft-quoted lux values are spot measurements of the brightness, in general measured at a distance of 10 m (33 ft.). Measured in this manner, a laser pointer would have a ridiculously high lux value, while being totally useless for cycling. Our widely spread beam does not boast record brightness in one spot but rather illuminates a larger surface with even brightness.

The lumen value given by Supernova for every light is a measure for the overall light quantity emitted by the LED.

However, as can be seen in the pictures below, the absolute brightness alone still doesn't tell you anything about the beam shape. In the end, beam shots in combination with the lumen value are the best help to find the light you really need.

 

E3 PRO with glare-free Terraflux lens

The E3 PRO with glare free lens provides you with a very wide, homogeneous carpet of light on the ground, even at low speeds. The light appears to be very bright because most of it is thrown towards the ground. The beam also reaches far enough for fast riding. Road signs are illuminated well.

 

We recommend this lens for:
• city traffic
• travel biking
• 24 hr MTB solo racing
• road bike training

E3 PRO with symmetrical Iris lens

The E3 with symmetrical Iris-lens has a narrowly focussed beam center giving you a great, far reaching high beam. Ideal for fast riders and speeds between 15-60 mph. Very good illumination of road signs.

 

We recommend this lens for:
• travel biking
• road bike / cyclocross training
• 24 hr road bike racing