Fall Rides - Schwinn Superior Three Speed

 When you're riding in the spring or fall, with days ending sooner, it's important to remember that you should equip your lights to deal with the darkest areas of your ride. In my case, I ride in a mixture of open areas and wooded roads. So I gear my lighting for the wooded areas - it's better to have extra light in the open areas than not enough in the woods. 

In the case of this 1949/50 Schwinn Superior, I'm using a removable LED light with a rechargeable battery strapped to the handlebars. This set up provides a good headlight with three beam levels, and all without modifying the bicycle in any permanent way. The silver-colored casing of the headlight also goes well with a vintage bicycle.

 The rear light is a small, square red LED. This one recharges with a USB cord, offers two beams, and two types of hazard flashers. It clips right to my saddle bag, again meaning no modification to the bicycle. 

 

The autumn colors are very nice, and it's good to enjoy them by bicycle. Just remember to bring a good set of lights, light-colored clothing, and whatever else you think might be helpful in your particular area. These warm, fall days are not to be missed, so make the most of them.