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Review on ๐Ÿšด Enhance Your Cycling Vision with the Third Eye Bar End Bicycle Mirror by Jerry Frey

Revainrating 3 out of 5

Great idea, poor quality materials

Seems like a great idea - no external screws or clamps. Simply insert the mirror and twist until the rubber band no longer stretches enough to hold the mirror in place. Too bad it doesn't work that well due to the cheapness of the rubber stops. I didn't have problems with glass like others. However, the rubber stops came loose when I first removed the mirror from the handlebars. Instead, I placed larger stops and tried them; that one of the stoppers just got stuck in my bars (it was a lot of fun to shoot). The mirror sat in my spare parts box for several months because it was completely unusable at the time. I finally figured out how to use it. I found a nut and washer that ran out and attached them over the stops. Tighten the screw until the stops are slightly thicker than the handlebar and push in. It's not ideal; I only use it on my road bike as I find the rough terrain I ride my mountain bike on causes the mirror to shake. Another problem is the adjustment screw (which prevents the mirror from rotating). This is a normal screw head. Why not use an Allen key or at least a Phillips head? Conclusion: There are cheaper mirrors that are easier to assemble and operate.

Pros
  • Easy to read control panel
Cons
  • Some difficulties