VIS 180 Pro Taillight

Name: VIS 180 Pro Taillight
Brand: Light & Motion
SKU: 856-0657-A
Price: 59.99 USD
Availability: InStock

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Quick Specs

Beam Angle (flood): 180°
Max Output: 150 Lumens
Runtime on High: 360 Min
Weight: 102 grams

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Description

The Vis 180 Pro defines premium rear lighting, providing cyclists unmatched protective visibility with a distinct 180 degrees of dedicated lighting. Powerful red LEDs coincide with hi-intensity amber side lighting giving commuters peace of mind to focus on the road ahead. Simple and secure seat-post mounting allow tool-free removal and installation between various bicycles. Micro-USB charging gives users a straightforward solution to charge almost anywhere. The Vis 180 Pro sets itself apart as the premier taillight cyclists can rely on to stay visible on any road, at anytime of the day.

Key Features

150 Lumen Taillight certified to the FL-1 Standard with premium CREE LEDs
Visibility is enhanced with bright amber side lighting front and rear providing maximum safety through intersections and high-traffic areas
SafePulse beam pattern scientifically designed to enhance the cyclist's distance and speed of travel to passing motorists without the risks associated with flashing lights
Multiple power settings conserve runtime to ensure lights can be used on extended rides day and night
Innovative Paceline mode turns off rear red light for group rides but keeps sidelights on for visibility through intersections
Mounting is simple and effective with durable rubber strap that can be cut to ideal length; angle can be adjusted for proper placement on steep seat posts
Optional Aero Post Pad and Rack Mount allows mounting on a variety of setups
Quick release allows light removal in mere seconds while leaving the base mount on the bike
Certified to withstand 1 meter drops on concrete for durability and fully sealed to prevent water ingress in wet weather
Charging is reliable and efficient through with included Micro USB cable

Tech Specs

Lumen Output: High Steady (150), High SafePulse (150), Low SafePulse (125)
Runtime (minutes): 240 (steady), 360(high safepulse), 720 (low safepulse), 1920 (Paceline)
Charge time: 300 Min
Beam Angle: 180° (flood)
IP Rating (FL-1): 65
Thermal Management: Passive Cooling
Fast Charge: False
Product Dimensions: 3" x 1" x .9"

What's in the Box

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FAQ

Why won't my light turn on? The power button just blinks red.

Your light is in travel lock out mode. Light & Motion incorporates this feature into all of our lights for storage and travel because there is nothing more frustrating than to pull your "charged" light out of the drawer or bag only to find it discharged.

To unlock, press and hold the power button & the mode button simultaneously for about 4 seconds. The indicator light will blink green 3 times.

To lock, when the light is on, press and hold the power button (clear) & the mode button (black) simultaneously for about 4 seconds. The indicator light will blink red 3 times. Now it is safe to store your light.

What is paceline mode and why would I use it?

Paceline mode activates only the amber side marker lights. It is best used when riding with groups.

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Manual

Vis 180 Pro Manual

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Good for ~2 yrs then corroded

I’ve had the vis 180 for a little over 2 yrs and I use it during my bike commute ~2/wk regardless of weather. I’ve been pleased that the light strength and battery have maintained well over that time. However, the materials used to house the light have not fared very well. All the metal under the paint has corroded and the paint is falling away. I store my bike in a dry garage so it only gets wet when I commute in the rain. While 2yrs is pretty good I will likely try a different light in the future which will hopefully hold up to rain better.

Great light

I have used this light for 3 years and it works great. Commute to and from work!
Thanks for a great product.

So bright and effective!

Love the 3 settings for various types of need

Saved my life!

I have had Vis 180 since 2016. I commute regularly to New York City and this light has been my guardian angel on all my ride. Its mount is sturdy, easily adjustable, and fits to many types of seat posts. Further it can just clip on to saddlebag strap. Most importantly however is the light it emits. It is piercing and is fantastic day or night. I have had a number of people comment on how they saw the light from a far distance. While other tail lights might have many different setting the Vis 180 Pro has only the one you need. You do not have to cycle through five others rarely used. The only thing I would want is if it was blue tooth compatible so I could see the charge level on my head unit. In short it is a fantastic durable light that keeps the drivers on notice.

fundamental flaw

I purchased two of these lights for my wife and myself. It appears you have a fundamental flaw with the strap. What is one to do with all the excess on the seat post mounting?

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How many flashes out there can shoot at 20 fps at full power with no recycle time? And with high shutter speeds! I know of two brands and own them both. This flash has a superior build quality and consistent light quality in a small package. It is a medium power strobe so no you are not going to be matching the exposure of the sun on a bright day at high noon. If that is your primary purpose keep moving. However you can use it for Fill light at that time. If you shoot in the mid mornings and early evening this will work for you and indoors of course. The price is premium. When they are on sale the price seems fair. The ability to just use s USB power supply to run it is crazy amazing. I now own 5 of their lights so I guess I like them. Customer service is great. I am excited to see what innovations come next.

Mixed Feelings

I've tried using this Bowens Mount adapter with my Glow EZ Lock Strip boxes (12x56) along with the Stella Pro Reflex S light and it would not hold the position of the light. I had to really tighten the thumb screw as tight as I could get it and my light still dropped down. Today, I tried using my 28" Glow EZ Lock Deep Parabolic softbox with this same Bowens mount adapter and it wouldn't even stay locked in place. It came coming off. I then tried my Aputure Lite Dome Mini II which is small softbox and it worked great! It did not easily come off and was locked in place. I've been trying to ask other photographers how they are using their Stella lights in Softboxes because I am not having much luck. Light and Motion suggested I set up the softbox only on a light stand using the Bowens mount adapter then set up my Clx10 or Stella Pro Reflex S on another stand and shoot through to the softbox. Just be forewarned that depending on the size of your softbox you want to use, it will most likely not hold its position and drop down or might not stay mounted and will easily detach itself from the softbox and nobody wants that to happen in the middle of a shoot. I asked L & M about their High Leverage Handle that they sell and they seem to think it would not have made a difference.

Great products and even better customer service

I first started using L&M lights a few years back because I dove in Monterey and all my dive friends recommended them. Great lights, easy to use, easy to charge, easy to travel with. I have the Sola Photo 1200, Sola Dive 1200 S/F, GoBe 800 spot, and various accessories, (I also use Kraken & SeaLife ) this is my travel go-to set. Last year the white light on my Sola Photo stopped working, only the red light turned on/off. Knowing my warranty already expired after 2 years, I posted on social media asking friends for help and tagged @lightandmotion. Their social media team actually got a team member, Brian, to reach out to me. I was able to ship my light in for repair for free. Brian was super helpful, took the initiative and followed up via email every step along the way, and even made sure I got my light back at the end. Totally felt like a valued customer, stress-free with the best customer service.

Love this light! Super bright.