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Mirrycle Road STI Bicycle Mirror
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- Bicycle rear-view mirror designed to fit Shimano STI levers
- Easy-to-mount design puts mirror in ideal spot to see cars
- Unobtrusive location lets you shift and stop safely at all times
- Attaches to either left-side or right-side shift/brake lever
- Comes with all necessary tools; engineered to fit most STI levers
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Product Description:
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This clever mirror attaches to the top of the shifter between lever body and brake hood. - Attaches to the top of the shifter between lever body and brake hood
- Fits the following models:ST3304,ST3309,ST3400,ST4400, ST4500,ST5510,ST5600,ST6510,ST6600, ST6600-G,ST6603,ST6603-G,ST7700-C, ST7703,ST7801,ST7803,ST-R500,ST-R600, ST-R700
- added set screw strengthens the attachment of the mirror base and the brake lever clip
- Small parts are made of a heavier-duty plastic compound
- Added set screw strengthens the attachment of the mirror base and the brake lever clip
- Small parts are made of a heavier-duty plastic compound
- Fits the following models:ST3304,ST3309,ST3400,ST4400, ST4500,ST5510,ST5600,ST6510,ST6600, ST6600-G,ST6603,ST6603-G,ST7700-C, ST7703,ST7801,ST7803,ST-R500,ST-R600, ST-R700
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Developed exclusively to fit Shimano STI shifter/brake levers, the Mirrycle Road STI bicycle mirror makes it easy to tell when a car is pulling up from the rear. The mirror is easy to mount: just pull the rubber hood off the Shimano STI lever clip, slip the mirror base over the top, and then replace the hood. Once mounted, the mirror is located in the best possible position for watching the road behind. Just a flick of your eyes allows for a quick view of approaching cars or other cyclists. Best of all, the mirror doesn't get in the way of the STI levers, so you can shift and stop safely at all times. The Mirrycle road mirror--which attaches to either the left or right side lever--comes with all the necessary tools and is engineered to fit almost any STI lever.
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Road Mirrycle is a great solution, April 27, 2009
By Ross Heitkamp (California)
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When you go searching for a mirror for your road bike, you will probably find, as I did, that your choice is mostly of which bar-end mirror to get. I find those mirrors to be too low to see easily and my arm blocks their view as well.
Long ago (though I still have it) Mirrycle made a mirror that mounted onto where the cable comes out of the brake hand grip. So, it was above your hands and not down so low that you had take your eyes off the road and look down to see it. But, brake levers changed and so that product had no market. Following that, I had found a model that clamped with velcro strap around the brake handle. That was in the right place, but made the grip large and feel different and awkward.
So, I was excited to discover online that Mirrycle was making a mirror specifically designed for the Shimano STI brake levers/shifters. I bugged my local shop to get them, but they never did. FInally in January, I gave up on the local shop and decided to go online to buy, only to discover that they had been pulled from the market. Seems the original design was failing (breaking) sometimes. I kept watching and finally found one shop get them in back stock and bought it - presumably a modified design (hasn't broken).
Installation of the mirror is pretty straight forward. It is well designed to attach to the STI handle using the features that are molded in place to hold the rubber grip in place. I have to say that Mirrycle could do their less mechanically inclined folks a favor by assembling the mirror a bit more in advance. You basically get a bag of parts. 3 screws, 6 washers, 3 plastic tubes, mirror, and a crumpled up instruction sheet. I didn't have any trouble putting it all together in about 5 minutes with the included allen hex wrenches, but I am an engineer and enjoy such things. I am sure others might be frustrated by it.
In use, I am again very pleased to have a mirror that is easy to find in my field of view, so I can actually see cars while my eyes are on the road. You do have to play with the screw tightness a bit to get where the mirror stays in place without it being so tight that it will break when pushed hard rather than turning. I have started erring on the loose side.
I do notice that road vibration can be a bit annoying as compared to the more rigidly mounted bar-end mirrors leading to a fuzzier view - this is what prevents me giving it a full 5 star rating. Personally, I think this is a worthwhile tradeoff for being able to see it well. I know of no better mirror on the market.
33 of 33 people found the above review helpful.
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 Don't bother with this product if you plan on riding more than a few miles, July 30, 2009
By Navy Cycler (St. Louis Region)
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I recently bought two of these mirrors, one for my wife and one for myself to use on RAGBRAI XXXVII (Registers Annual Great Bike Ride Across Iowa). The total ride was 442 miles and ridden on seven consecutive days with about 15,000 riders on the road each day. Because of the number of riders the road often became very crowded and a good mirror was an essential safety device. The mirrors both worked great for about 8 miles then vibrated loose and wouldn't stay in position. They would flop around with every bump in the road becoming totally useless. My wife and I tried tightening them many times and often thought that I was tightening them so much that I might break the plastic. But after about 8-10 miles the mirrors would vibrate loose again and become useless once again. The mirrors are well constructed and fit the Shimano shifters nicely but until this loosening problem is resolved they are a total waste of money and time.
24 of 27 people found the above review helpful.
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 The perfect rear view mirror for Shimano STI shifters, August 19, 2009
By Debra M (North Carolina)
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If you have a bicycle with Shimano shift levers, this is the ideal rear-view mirror. Since it mounts outboard of your handlebar, the view to the rear is clear and nearly unobstructed. It is the best mirror design I have found. There is an ingenious mounting system that makes use of the brake lever clip and rubber hood cover. The Mirrycle mirror comes with shims so it fits properly on all Shimano types: Sara, Tiagra, 105, Ultegra and Dura-Ace. My bicycle has Dura-Ace components and the mirror fits perfectly. The mirror's design includes various swivel parts so a good alignment is easy to achieve.
Caution: The cap screws fit into the brass inserts VERY tightly. At first I thought I was doing something wrong. Do not be discouraged if you think that the fit is not working. Keep the hex wrench (included) pushed into the head of the cap screw very firmly while turning. The parts are tough.
9 of 9 people found the above review helpful.
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Nice Mirror, May 26, 2010
By Richard F. Harris (Arizona USA)
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Great mirror - slightly convex for better viewing field. Swings out of the way, but easy to return to position. Some have complained that there is a "blur" from vibration, but remember - if you are using this mirror, you have a road bike and likely have no front-end suspension to eliminate vibration. I have found that it gives a fairly blur-free view on a smooth road. It all depends on the surface and all similar mirrors will have the same issue.
On assembly, some parts didn't seem to fit all the way, but after taking it and assembling again several times it eventually fit. It's just very precise, so keep trying. Instructions are a bit of a puzzle, but you'll figure it out. (make sure name on back of mirror is unobscured - as you may have a question about that.)
6 of 6 people found the above review helpful.
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Best road mirror available. New version released, March 22, 2009
By Dr. C
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It was recalled, but the new version is out there.
This is simply the best mirror for bikes with Shimano shifters. It is in the best position, large and shows a huge area. It works great with areo bars too.
Now that it is redesigned, hopefully it will not break. My old one cracked so I ordered two more today of the new one to make sure I wouldn't be without it.
The other mirrors I've tried are too small to very useful.
5 of 6 people found the above review helpful.
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Not pleased after several tries, November 21, 2010
By rock
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I was very excited after the first 10 miles, or so, on my first ride with this mirror. Then when the roads got a little more bumpy, quite literally, all heck broke loose. I retightened several times, and finally the bottom piece broke.
Determined, I sent for another piece from the manufacturer, who very nicely replaced it at no charge. On my next ride, for the first 20 miles, or so, I loved how well it worked. Then with the vibration from our bumpy country roads, things not only loosened, but even without tightening, the mirror broke the portion of the Shimano handle, where it was attached. Needless to say, I'm done with trying to make it work. Great concept, but not sturdy enough for our roads! Unless you ride on smooth pavement all the time, don't go through the hassle of trying this product. You will be disappointed.
3 of 3 people found the above review helpful.
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Do look back - for safety's sake!, September 1, 2010
By Daniel Kennedy (Georgia, USA)
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I just began riding again after a 20 year hiatus. Besides the helmet I quickly realized that I was missing my second most used safety device - a mirror. Previously my favorite was the old Rhode Gear mirror that included a metal stem and mounted around the shifter/brake lever hood with Velcro. When I found out that they were no longer available, my search began for the next best thing. After much research I kept coming back to the Mirrycle STI which I eventually purchased.
True, it does come in quite a few parts but the directions and diagrams were very easy to follow. I had it assembled and installed on my bike in less than 10 minutes. The construction is impressive and the mirror quality, adjustability and visibility are very good. Two minutes into my first ride with it installed made me realize just how much I valued being able to see what was behind me. No more sudden surprises, I am able to keep my head facing in the direction that I'm travelling and I can move out of the way when any idiots want to see just how close they can drive by me. If assembled correctly, there is no way that this mirror can fall off or become loose and should not require any more attention than any of the other nuts and bolts that hold your bike together.
As far as I'm concerned, a mirror is mandatory for my peace of mind when trying to coexist out on the road with the metal monsters driven by cell phone addicts. For those of you who purchase a bike mirror for the first time, you will wonder how you ever felt comfortable without one. I would recommend this particular mirror to anyone with Shimano STI shifter/brake levers. If you are looking for a very good mirror, you won't regret purchasing the Mirrycle.
3 of 3 people found the above review helpful.
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best available, July 27, 2010
By Jake Alabastro (California, USA)
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I've bought at least 5 different types of road bike mirrors but this one seems to the best. It gives a great view of what's behind and was easy to install. I'm sure some might think it's not aerodynamic but I guess you've got to sacrifice for safety. My only complaint is adjusting it for different angles. It seems like it was built to stay in one position. You can move the mirror to adjust but it feels like it not supposed to be moved.
3 of 3 people found the above review helpful.
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Great Mirror, June 13, 2010
By New Bike Commuter (St. Joe, MI USA)
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Love this mirror, it is perfect for your STI shifters. Easy to attach and to remove when not needed.
The only con is that when installed your shifter is open a little which could allow water into your shifter. I never ride in the rain so not an issue for me.
3 of 3 people found the above review helpful.
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too good to send back even if recalled, November 18, 2008
By tom149 (Naperville, Illinois United States)
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I bought one the day before Mirrycle recalled them earlier this year. A few weeks Of use Later I find out they have been recalled. No way am I sending it back, it is just too awesome a product. Slips right on, pops right off if you want to use a different bike. I get upset when I forget to transfer it when I change bikes, so now that they are for sale again, I am buying two more. Easy to adjust and install, good view of what is behind you. If you hate the little eyeglass or helmet mounted mirrors, this is for you.
3 of 4 people found the above review helpful.
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 WARNING: Does not fit 2011 Shimano 105 levers, January 7, 2011
By M. Jarvis (Kentucky, USA)
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This mirror is a good idea, and it looks to be constructed similarly to the bar end Mirrycle mirror I've been using on my commuter MTB for a couple of years, which I love. However, it does not fit my 2011 Shimano 105 levers. I just purchased my first modern road bike with STI levers, so I am an STI novice. Though I see the description lists specific model numbers, I had no idea how to find the specific model number, nor any idea that I would actually need to for a late model Shimano STI.
Here's what to check since the description here is lacking:
1. Look very carefully at the product image, noting the brake clip under the lifted brake hood, which looks like a button. Carefully lift the hood on your lever, and make sure it has this clip. Mine does not; it is smooth on top. It did not occur to me to check this until I attempted installation since the description sounded like it would fit any modern Shimano levers. Even looking at the Mirrycle website after the fact, there are only warnings there for new Ultegra and Dura-Ace.
2. The model number can be found by lifting the back side of the hood on the outside of the lever and pulling back the bar tape. Maybe everyone knows this but me. I didn't until I saw it in the instructions for the mirror, and I didn't search the web for how to find it since, again, I never dreamed I would need to. It turns out my 105 levers are ST-5700.
If your specific model number hidden under the hood and bar tape matches one of the listed numbers, or you have a clip on top and you're confident it will go on there, then go for it. If not, then, sadly, I guess it's a drop bar mirror, helmet mirror, or nothing.
2 of 2 people found the above review helpful.
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Great mirror but broke the thing that it clamps on to, August 11, 2010
By T. Nakano
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Listen, the people that say that this thing wiggles and doesnt stay fixed arent assembling it right. This thing is mildly difficult to assemble (just read the directions and its hard to screw up). When i first installed it, it was amazing. Stayed in place, very easy to see cars behind me. After i took a little spill on the grass the mirror survived but that mushroom shaped plastic part broke. Its only half a mushroom now. I can still slide the mirror on it, i just need the rubber hood to grab the other side to hold it in place. Its a little wobbly now, but still works great and i dont have to worry about breaking it again because its so loose now. It would be a 5-star product if it could handle being beat around without damaging your bike.
2 of 2 people found the above review helpful.
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 Repeated broken base mounts and STI lever, December 15, 2009
By RAJ (Livonia, MI)
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I went through 3 of these earlier this year before Mirrycle modified the base mount. Michigan has extremely poor concrete roads, and I rode about 1200 mi this year while frequently hitting concrete seams every 10 feet or so. I had tightened the top arms extremely tight, and only had to readjust the mirror after hitting some of the largest bumps. With the original design, road vibration would eventually crack and break the base mounting fork after 300 miles or so. The newer version uses nylon plastic and has a set screw between the teeth of the mount. The mount is much more durable here which was good for the mirror, but bad for my STI lever. The vibration eventually caused the hood of my STI (105) lever to shear off instead.
2 of 2 people found the above review helpful.
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great idea, big design flaw, October 24, 2009
By Usque Tandem (Joisey)
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Second update: I ordered a replacement elbow from Mirrycle web site. I was contacted by a CS representative a couple of days later stating that the elbow and the base had been redesigned in October 2009. She offered to send me a replacement for free. A+ for costumer service.
Back to the mirror itself, as far as I can tell the redesign involves two details:
1. The plastic of the elbow is stronger
2. There is now a screwed that secures the base to the STI shifter from the top.
While these two details have made it better - there are less vibrations and it takes longer to come loose - IMO they do not address the original design flaws. First it still comes loose on bumpy roads. Second, the expanding brass bolts are still causing a constant stress to the elbow. Eventually the plastic will become brittle and break.
Update: I am revising my rating to one star. I'd give it a zero if I could.
After less than one year of use, the little plastic arm that holds the expanding brass bolts broke into multiple pieces. This is hardly surprising given that the expansion of the bolts keeps the plastic under constant stress. Note that I keep my bike in a garage and do not ride in extreme weather. There is no other reason why the plastic should have been brittle and break into pieces.
(old review)
This mirror is great, it is easy to install and you can clearly see behind you. When it stays in place, that is. When you reach high speeds, especially on bumpy downhills, it folds inwards, no matter how hard you tighten the bolt. Then it flops around for the rest of the ride and keeps getting looser. This could have easily be prevented by using a left-handed bolt in the joint, so that it would actually close with incoming wind instead of opening up. Instead the designers decided to rely on an expanding brass thread which is supposed to stick but doesn't. The only fix is to use a thread locker, but you better get the position right because then you won't be able to change it!
2 of 2 people found the above review helpful.
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review of mirrycle Road STI mirror, June 14, 2009
By Ronald Isenburg (Hazlet, NJ)
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Well constructed. Mounts very well and sturdily to the STI shift/brake lever. The problem is not with mirror but with the concept. Unfortunately
a lot of the time the view is not what you want to see. You do learn to
kind of lean the bike to get a better view with time. I know some people
swear by helmet mounted mirrors and I think I may give that a try- and if this
company makes one I think I would go with theirs.
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I would like to update my review in that with time I like it better. I think the most important thing is that it must be tightened and left at
a good position.
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Definitely recommend--buying extra washers helps set up, June 17, 2011
By Captain Harlock (Los Angeles, CA/Columbia, MO)
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I bought this mirror for road biking in areas with medium to low traffic. I was getting a sore left ear, presumably from looking over my shoulder to check on impatient drivers too often. My rides are anywhere from 2 to 5 hours long, usually with high wind.
The mirror stays put in the right position for a good while at a time, only it needs repositioning as bumps, or heavy wind
start pushing it sideways. This is good, considering that I do quite a bit of bumpy trails too. Since using the mirror, my stress levels biking have gone down significantly. I have an hour in medium traffic in and out of one typical ride. It feels great keeping track of traffic at a distance. The view from the mirror is good, particularly for bikers who like me wear contact lenses and cannot see too well from an angle.
A 'minor' negative is that the bike handlebar will bank to your left, and you will lose some aerodynamics. Still, you won't
need to look back over your shoulder anymore, which can also create quite a bit of drag and, specially, break your rhythm.
I find that the mirror lets me immerse into the workout. It is not a bad idea to let some drivers know that you see them.
I have noticed that drivers are more hesitant to overtake me now.
I give the mirror 4 instead of 5 stars because setting it up was a bitch. Rather than forcing the components, I spent 3 bucks
on extra washers at a local shop and feel confident I could disassemble it and reassemble it multiple times.
I definitely recommend it over mirrors that are easier to set up, stay better put, but don't sit as high and give you a meaningful,
comfortable view.
From the Arcadia, signing off...
1 of 1 people found the above review helpful.
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Quality item, but be careful, May 27, 2011
By Squidly (Burlington, NJ)
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This is a quality item. Some manufacturing is required, but it's pretty straightforward. However be forewarned that you really need to check your groupset before ordering. Example: It's not enough to know that you have a 105 brakeset. You need to know the series. The mirror works with several, including 5600, but it does NOT work with the 5700 series.
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Not compatible with new Shimano Shifters, April 29, 2011
By Jed L. Garfunkel (Seattle, WA United States)
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I had to call the company and found out the hard way, but this mirror Mirrycle Road STI Bicycle Mirror is not compatible with Shimano's 2011 series of STI shifters - specifically the 5700 series I have on my Felt Z85.
I love the idea and I was very happy to find a mirror that was specifically designed for my use, but unfortunately I can't install it.
I called the company, mirrycle, and they were very nice, but they said they had no plans to put an adapter or new design into production.
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Good Idea With a Few Flaws, March 27, 2011
By dgolombowski (Pewaukee, WI USA)
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The thought behind this design is spot on but I have a few issues with the execution.
1) The STI rubber cover is left sticking up in an awkward lumpy fashion with the mirror installed.
2) The brass inserts are so tight that you will need a sift jaw vise to hold the components while threading the bolts into them.
3) They are supplied with std. hardware rather than metric. When I see my next Shimano STI equipped bike assembled with std. hardware it will be the first. Why make users carry around extra std. hex tools in case they need to make any adjustments while on the road.
It's a shame a little more thought didn't go into these mirrors because if the corrected the three issues I have listed they would be darn near perfect.
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the BEST bicycle mirror on the market, September 30, 2009
By voodoo (USA)
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I bought two of these, one for my bike and one for my wife's. We each have road bikes with different types of shift/brake levers, and these fit perfectly when I used the included shim. I am completely impressed with how well I can see traffic coming behind me just by barely glancing to my left. I'm not sure how I ever cycled without this, except I had avoided mirrors because they just don't look that cool. Getting hit from behind doesn't seem too cool either however, and a small mirror shouldn't slow you down. It might slow Lance down, but I think you'll be fine.
The assembly of the mirror is very straight-forward with easy to follow directions. I do recommend that you use a small multi-tool however if you have one instead of the supplied hex wrenches as the screws required for assembly fit VERY tightly into their brass housings. You will get better torque and save your fingers some pain if you have a nicer set of hex wrenches to use.
Once assembled, simply lift the rubber hood of the shift/brake lever off and you will see a small plastic knob that the rubber hood hooks onto. Slide the mirror base over this knob to secure it to the bike. An instruction sheet will tell you whether you need to use a shim or not, but here is where you might not want to follow the directions. According to the directions I did not need a shim for my shift/brake levers. However, the mirror base would not tighten properly onto the plastic knob, so I tried using the half shim that was included in the package. I was able to slide the mirror base back onto the knob, but it was much more secure and tightened up nicely. The shims are easy to put on and remove so a little experimentation will help you get your mirror secure. Once you are done, you'll have to work a bit to stretch the rubber hood back over the mirror base. Note here as well that there will be a small gap between the rubber hood and the brake lever. It does not affect the function, but the gap is created by the insertion of the mirror base between the hood and the levers.
We were able to test the durability this weekend as well. I had just put this mirror on my wife's bike and we went for a ride. She had stopped and unclipped her right foot, but not her left. She turned to reach for something in her seat bag and lost her balance, falling to her left as she was not able to get her foot unclipped in time. The mirror was the only thing to hit the pavement as it sticks out, the rest of the bike landed on top of her. It folded the mirror arm in, but did not break. In fact, there was only the slightest scuffing on the outer edge of the plastic mirror housing where it had hit the pavement. I had fully expected it to break, but it did not break or come off the bike.
A great product at a great price. I'm going to buy more in case we do manage to break these at some point or they stop making them. Hopefully more cyclists will stop worrying about how cool they look and start thinking about ways to make their ride safer every day.
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Worth the money for safety sake, June 4, 2010
By Biker (Sacramento)
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It's a good item to have on your byke if you have a stiff neck like I do. Would buy again.
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Mirror, Mirror, on my Bike, May 18, 2010
By BuffyJames (Maplewood, NJ)
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First let me say this is the best mirror I have ever used. It is sturdy, gives a clean picture of what's happening behind you, doesn't blur this image by bouncing around, ...all good. Now for the disclaimer. The mirror was designed for Shimano ST series brakes. They (Shimano) made a recent change to their brake housing starting with ST-7900. If you have this very latest version, you can still use the mirror, however, do not follow the directions...they simply won't work. Instead, after assembling the mirror, put it under the rubber hood of your brake/shifter assembly. It will be a tight fit, but it will hold the mirror very steady and safe. Adjust the mirror accordingly, and you will be pleased with the results.
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Great mirror so far after 48 miles, could be a life saver., May 3, 2010
By Bomber (Burlington, Vermont)
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first off thanks to all the others for the previous reviews, they helped make a good decision.
This is a very good product. A few things: pay VERY close attention to the directions or you will be frustrated, lots of very small parts, be sure to have a bowl or something to hold parts when you open the pack.
I strongly discourage popping this (or any) mirror on then jumping into heavy traffic. Install, adjust, and test only on a safe road, till you're used to it. Even if you have to drive some distance to find one. You can start with your own driveway or a sidewalk and parked cars to simulate.
For the first 3 or 4 miles I was looking at the mirror a lot, because of the novelty. Luckily this is a good road with low traffic, were there hazards I would have been at risk of hitting them. After about 5 miles I settled into a much better pattern of just glancing into the mirror as needed. I made some basic adjustments at a standstill, to make sure mirror was basically right and would not fall off. Then 2 other adjustments at the half mile and 2 mile mark and another at the 20 mile mark.
Some have complained of vibration but I really don't think this is a big issue, Vermont roads are very bad. While I had the vibration too on rougher sections, BUT even with vibration you can still tell a car is coming, and easily distinguish compact from SUV or Truck, on smoother stretches you can determine the make of the car very easily. In two cases I was able to foresee two large pickups hauling trailers and adjust for that.
When riding the right 20% or so of the mirror has a view of my forearm, thigh, and hip; but this does not negate the effectiveness and offers a reference point. I ride tiagra shifters on a cycle cross bike for my commuter, when I dropped in to the low position on the bars I still had a very good view, but my forearm too up a larger amount of the view.
If someone was making a move to deliberately run you off the road, this mirror might given you enough warning to flee into the ditch. (not to imply that this is likely)
Perhaps a design change would be to make this mirror more like a care rear view except vertical with a slight "U" shape to only show the areas you need. After 30 miles I had to tighten it some more and make some minor adjustments. Be sure to keep the wrenches that fit this mirror handy in your bike tool bag at all times.
It sticks out some, but not too much, still it is easy to bump this mirror on walls or door frames while manuvering in tight spaces.
I'm wishing I had this mirror when I first started road riding years ago. Seems great so far.
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Vibrations, broke after 6 months, April 24, 2010
By Matt (NJ USA)
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The mirror vibrates when riden on anything but glass smooth roads, obscuring the view. On smooth roads, I liked it and found a good position that gave me a full field of view behind and to the side. The bad news is that is shakes violently when going over bumps. In fact, I hit a pothole today at 35 mph and the mirror broke off without any impact to the actual mirror. The mount broke, and it took part of the top of my shift lever with it! I couldn't install another one if i wanted too as my shift lever is now damaged, but not a big problem as I really don't want another. Just ordered a mirror that mounts to eyeglasses. That's what most of the other club riders recommend if they aren't using a bar end mirror.
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Bike Mirror, January 7, 2010
By Tiny Bubbles (USA)
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All I can say is I love this mirror. I have a Trek bike and didn't have a mirror that would fit it. This mirror fits perfect on Shimano brake handle assembles and my husband had no problem attaching it for me. This mirror is well worth the money that I paid for it.
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Wrong for me, November 29, 2009
By AB (Seattle, WA USA)
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I've been commuting for 3.5 years and never had a mirror. I thought maybe getting this would make me feel a bit safer on a particularly nasty stretch of road I have to take. In the end it turned out I don't really need a mirror.
Assembly of this product is manageable but awkward (the screws are insanely tight and the instruction sheet isn't stellar). Seemed weird it wasn't pre-assembled to some degree.
The mirror fits on top of your shifter but what I didn't realize (and this was kind of a showstopper for me) is that it raises the hood on that side by 1/4 to 1/2 inch (this slides on top of the hood holder and then the hood slides on top of this). It didn't seem like much of a deal but if I'm riding on the hoods it was noticeable and a bit distracting. Also, I'm in rain country (Seattle) and I wonder if the gap that it creates would cause problems with extra water going places it doesn't normally.
From a use perspective, I found the mirror wasn't super stable (vibration) and my arm obstructed the view more often than not. I think the value it offers is that you can sometimes see something is coming but exactly what is hard to make out. Also, not sure if it was the novelty of it being new or not but I found myself trying to use it too much and not paying as much attention to what was in front of me (potholes, etc.) - so seemed to make me a little less safer.
In the end I don't think I need a mirror. I can usually hear if someone is coming and didn't really need this. One kinda interesting thing was to see a couple of jerky cyclists on the bike trail tailgating or passing way too close. Knowing what was going on behind me was a little unnerving (cars too). (BTW, if I had the angle of the mirror twisted to see directly behind me (e.g. bike path riding) then my arm was REALLY in the way.)
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Not Happy, September 18, 2009
By rosebud (Ocala, Fl USA)
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After reading reviews before I purchased and installed mirror om my road bike. Spent too much time trying to adjust to give a clear view behind me, seems my elbow is always in the way, could live with that but the vibration of the mirror on the uneven roads is bad, might be good for super smooth roads.
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Sloppy packing but good product., June 10, 2009
By Stingo (Miami, Fl)
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I received the box and immediately started to assemble. The instructions are in very small print with a single diagram. They provide you with four screws. Two did not fit. After running to the store and getting two more screws to match the other one, it came together well. It attached to my Shimano handle without a problem. It is solid and sturdy. Not the most attractive mirror but it seems far better than the other options.
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Great mirror so far after 48 miles, could be a life saver., May 3, 2010
By Roger Bombardier Jr. (Burlington, Vermont)
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first off thanks to all the others for the previous reviews, they helped make a good decision.
This is a very good product. A few things: pay VERY close attention to the directions or you will be frustrated, lots of very small parts, be sure to have a bowl or something to hold parts when you open the pack.
I strongly discourage popping this (or any) mirror on then jumping into heavy traffic. Install, adjust, and test only on a safe road, till you're used to it. Even if you have to drive some distance to find one. You can start with your own driveway or a sidewalk and parked cars to simulate.
For the first 3 or 4 miles I was looking at the mirror a lot, because of the novelty. Luckily this is a good road with low traffic, were there hazards I would have been at risk of hitting them. After about 5 miles I settled into a much better pattern of just glancing into the mirror as needed. I made some basic adjustments at a standstill, to make sure mirror was basically right and would not fall off. Then 2 other adjustments at the half mile and 2 mile mark and another at the 20 mile mark.
Some have complained of vibration but I really don't think this is a big issue, Vermont roads are very bad. While I had the vibration too on rougher sections, BUT even with vibration you can still tell a car is coming, and easily distinguish compact from SUV or Truck, on smoother stretches you can determine the make of the car very easily. In two cases I was able to foresee two large pickups hauling trailers and adjust for that.
When riding the right 20% or so of the mirror has a view of my forearm, thigh, and hip; but this does not negate the effectiveness and offers a reference point. I ride tiagra shifters on a cycle cross bike for my commuter, when I dropped in to the low position on the bars I still had a very good view, but my forearm too up a larger amount of the view.
If someone was making a move to deliberately run you off the road, this mirror might given you enough warning to flee into the ditch. (not to imply that this is likely)
Perhaps a design change would be to make this mirror more like a care rear view except vertical with a slight "U" shape to only show the areas you need. After 30 miles I had to tighten it some more and make some minor adjustments. Be sure to keep the wrenches that fit this mirror handy in your bike tool bag at all times.
It sticks out some, but not too much, still it is easy to bump this mirror on walls or door frames while manuvering in tight spaces.
I'm wishing I had this mirror when I first started road riding years ago. Seems great so far.
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Vibrations, broke after 6 months, April 24, 2010
By Matt (CO USA)
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The mirror vibrates when riden on anything but glass smooth roads, obscuring the view. On smooth roads, I liked it and found a good position that gave me a full field of view behind and to the side. The bad news is that is shakes violently when going over bumps. In fact, I hit a pothole today at 35 mph and the mirror broke off without any impact to the actual mirror. The mount broke, and it took part of the top of my shift lever with it! I couldn't install another one if i wanted too as my shift lever is now damaged, but not a big problem as I really don't want another. Just ordered a mirror that mounts to eyeglasses. That's what most of the other club riders recommend if they aren't using a bar end mirror.
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Dorky Perhaps, But I'm a Big Fan, August 12, 2011
By Don Greer
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I love this mirror and have it on three different bikes now. It provides an excellent rear view and I really miss it when I ride one of my bikes that doesn't have one on it. I would consider it unsafe to do a road ride in traffic without one... or at least another acceptable mirror. And there have not been very many of those in my case. I am surprised that I have never been in a bike shop that carries this product, though they often carry the mountain bike version. Perhaps it is the "it's too dorky looking for my cool, sleek road bike" factor. Well, I kind of like just a touch of dorkiness on my cool, sleek road bikes anyway. And I definitely love being safer.
If you follow the assembly directions using the proper shim for your application and use the black set screw you will not have any problems. A previous reviewer suggested that Mirrycle might consider more pre-assembly of the mirror and this is a good suggestion. The non-mechanically inclined or the impatient can, I'm sure, manage to mess this up.(Note: the design tolerances are such that the screws are designed to fit tight in the threads they go in to.)
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Must Have!, August 10, 2011
By Russell A. Acevedo (Fayetteville, NY United States)
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I can finally see behind me as I ride. The reviewer that refered to the mirror swinging didn't tighten it enough. Easy to assemble.
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Excellent addition to my road bike, August 4, 2011
By J. Cornwell (New York)
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I bought this after long-term construction on my regular bike commute forced me to ride on a busy highway. I wish I'd purchased it sooner! Installation was straight forward on my Shimano ST-2300 levers (no need to install the shims provided).
The only drawback might be that it would be in the way if you're used to riding with your hands on the top most portion directly above the levers (a fellow biker I know rides like this & so he uses the one designed for a straight bar). But I suspect that's an unusual hand position, therefore I wouldn't expect this to be a problem for many.
I am very happy with this mirror. I feel much safer on the road now, and I recommend it highly!
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Genius Design, highly recommend, July 27, 2011
By Mike
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Great design, accommodates for many different type of shimano STI levers. I had a tiagra set and it is amazing how they are designed. The hood is pulled back to reveal the tab, where the mirror clamps on and the hood fits then over the mirror tab. Extremely neat and adjustable. I highly recommend the product!
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Good bike mirror, clever design, July 24, 2011
By gitrsteve (San Francisco, CA USA)
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This is the first mirror I've found that does not get in the way of my gripping the handlebars. It's pretty steady, so you can actually see what's behind you.
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Big Dorky but Addictive and Very Functional, July 22, 2011
By Z3
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I was a little surprised when I opened the package...it was a little bigger than I was expecting. I slid it onto the brake and adjusted it then after my second long solo I looked past the aesthetics and began to depend on it. Great rear view and it actually holds the adjustment during rides. The only downside (after getting used to the size) is that it's easy to bump when racking. Great mirror and great price.
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Changed My Ride, July 22, 2011
By barney
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Until I installed this mirror, I was in constant fear of "what was behind me." Now, if there is nothing in the mirror the road is mine. That is, I can use the whole road. I am ecstatic.
As one other person commented, the instructions are a bit difficult. Also, do not be afraid to tighten the screws - if you do not, the mirror will shift when you hit bumps.
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Vibrated off one too many times, May 17, 2011
By D. Bourland
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For the good, I really enjoyed the visibility this mirror provided. Once it snapped off though I realized just how much I relied on it. After about a year of riding, it started vibrating up and off the sliderail. I'd have to slam my brakes and hope a car didn't run it over. Well, today it didn't just slide off, it completely snapped at one of the adjustment screws...and no, I hadn't made any adjustments to the angle or position in over a year. It looks like the plastic just gave up and snapped cleanly, despite riding on a nicely paved asphalt road at the time. It did last about 1.5 years, but something as simple as this, I'd have expected better.
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Mirrycle Road STI Mirror, April 25, 2011
By Handyman (South Florida)
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Very good mirrors. I have one on each shifter tower on my drop handlebars.
One adjusts the left to right angle of the mirrors by raising and lowering them. There is no direct adjustment. It sounds clumsy but in practice works very well.
I feel safer with the mirrors because I can easily keep track of vehicles behind me even when I am on the "wrong" side sidewalk.
The primary drawback is that the mirrors are potentially easy to break off of the shift towers.
I recommend them to my children.
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works great, April 3, 2011
By W. Calhoun
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I've used the mirrors that plug into the drops but they lost their adjustment on the first bumpy stretch of read. I installed the Mirrycle mirror two weeks ago and am very pleased. In 100 miles, I had to re-adjust once after going across a rumble strip. Installation is easy and if you follow the instructions, it works great. All the tools needed for the installation come with it. I wouldn't mind it being little smaller, maybe 2 1/2" diameter rather than 3" but knowing what is going on behind me is not an issue anymore, and that was the reason I got the mirror in the first place.
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Excellent Product, May 9, 2010
By Reece Hasson
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After you carefully follow the step by step assembly instructions this mirror does not move even over very bumpy wooden bridges. After installation this mirror looks like it
was built in to the shifter/brake lever.
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Mirrycle Road STI Bicycle Mirror, April 19, 2010
By Peter A. Gabor (Oceanside, CA)
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Excellenbt product. It was easy to install and performs exactly as represented. If you do not like the small mirrors mounted on your helmet, this product performs like a car's mirror.
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Great handlebar mounted side mirror for road bike, April 9, 2010
By S. Beal (Winter Park, FL USA)
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Used a similar mirror by Mirrycle for my hybrid bike with straight handlebars and loved it. I always wanted a mirror for my road bike that was positioned like my hybrid bike, but with the drop down handlebars on the road bike, I couldn't find anything close until Mirrycle came out with this mirror that mounts on your brake grip. The mirror works great. If you ride over rough roads or in windy conditions the mirror will shake, but you can still notice if a car is coming up from behind. I am riding much safer knowing what's behind me and don't have to totally rely on sound or take my eye off the road ahead to check behind me. I highly recommend this product!
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Added Visibility. Easy Installation., March 9, 2010
By O. Pastor
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Installation was pretty straight forward. Took about 15 minutes to install/adjust. It clamps on the boot hook with one screw/nut. Easily removed if you wanted to ride without the mirror without taking the it apart.
Mirror has some shakiness on bumpy roads. But held it's position for the whole ride. Don't see a way around the shakiness, with the mirror extended off the shifter without beefing up the mirror support. It's a trade off between rigidity and weight.
This is my first mirror, so I can't compare with other styles. But I would certainly recommend this one.
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Bicycle Mirror, February 5, 2010
By Senior Biker Bob (Carlsbad, CA)
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Love this mirror. Best bicycle mirror I have ever used. Previously used the small mirrors that attached to helmet, and never found them satisfactory, as they were really too small to provide adequate coverage. This mirror provides excellent coverage. Realize some riders may consider this mirror a little "nerdy" because of its size, but at my age (rapidly approaching 72), I find safety to be much more important than looks, and I feel this mirror enhances that safety. Only improvement I would like to see is some kind of quick release to facilitate flipping bicycle upside down to fix flats or rotate tires.
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Good mirror, December 17, 2009
By J Harp (NE Texas)
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I've tried a number of different mirrors for drop bars and found them all somewhat unsatisfactory, including this one, thus the 4 rating. All the others get a 3 or less. So far, there is no perfect bicycle mirror, least for a road bike with STI shifters. Helmet and eye glass mirrors come close, but I don't like the interference with forward vision and dealing with them off bike.
This mirror is very tough and the mounting pretty solid. Mounting takes a bit of figuring out, but the illustrations will help. The image is excellent, maybe not quite as wide as other convex mirrors, thus less distance distortion. There is excessive vibration on rough surfaces. This may be true for any drop bar mounted mirror.
There is a problem when inverting the bicycle for service as the mirror rest on the ground. But I've done this many times with the mirror attached without damaging it. Just gotta be careful. Be best to remove it.
It works and is durable. Get rid of the vibration on rough roads and it'd be perfect.
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Careful if you have new style shifters!, December 14, 2009
By M. E. Foster (Houston, TX)
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I was really looking forward to using this mirror. All the other mirrors I've tried are too small and/or too far away to be of any use. Based on past reviews, this mirror would solve those problems. The mirror came disassembled, and the instructions are less than straight forward, but the quality would have made up for it. Would have because despite having Shimano shifters, this mirror doesn't fit my shifters...confirmed by the staff at Mirrycle Corp. Problem is I bought a new road bike with a new shifter design, the Ultegra ST-6700. This shifter will not accomodate this mirror. For any older design, no problem, but be warned if you have the new shifter design.
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Road bike user, July 5, 2009
By Amazon User (MI, United States)
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I use this for the rare but unavoidable stretches of road where the shoulder is thin or non-existent and cars are present, going 40-50 mph. My long rides are 2-3 hours over mostly country roads, with a few stretches of busier roads tossed in, Most of the roads where I need eyes in the back of my head are the less traveled back-roads with no shoulder.
Pros: I was able to install it pretty easily. I can easily spot cars from a long way off, and it keeps me from intermittently craning my neck around to see cars approaching from behind. In general it feels safer when I can spot the cars from half a mile away, before i can hear them.
Con: I had to guess on which installation instructions/parts to use. Some Shimano brakes do not have easily identifiable product numbers on them , and mine is one of them, making it difficult to know which part to use for a secure installation (the product comes with options for installation, depending upon your brake handles). The mirror shakes a lot when you are on rougher pavement, and this takes visibility down to a minimum. If you don't tighten all the nuts well after you set the mirror up and position it, then a big bump will displace it, after which you may have to make minor adjustments mid-ride.
Overall this was what I was looking for to keep my long rides safer.
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Best mirror for road cycling, November 15, 2010
By Cyclist John (Pennsylvania, USA)
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I am 100% happy with this mirror. You need only drop your eyes to use the mirror. The mirror is large enough to provide good vision. It doesn't get in the way as you move your hands. And it's well constructed. Get it angled properly, tighten it down firmly (it might come loose a time or two, but keep tightening), and you'll never have to touch it again.
It will be obvious to anyone watching you that you have this mirror attached. But I don't see how a useful mirror could be less obvious than this; it attaches to the bike about as "nicely" as a handlebar mirror can. I'd try something like the "mini-mirror" that sticks to the inside of your sunglasses, but I know it won't work for me (I have poor eyesight).
Note that I tried two other mirrors before this. The first wrapped around the handlebars and stuck out to the left, while the second replaced the left handlebar plug and hung just below where the plug was. The first provided good vision, but would get in the way as I moved my hands, had a tendency to move around when I hit bounces, and (imho) was also very ugly. The second wasn't in the way, and was barely noticeable, but unfortunately it was also pretty much useless (you had to drop your whole head, not just your eyes, to see the mirror, and the mirror surface was too small to be of much use).
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Company Accessible but won't fit New Dura Ace, October 13, 2010
By Steve G. Garrison (Alexandria, AL United States)
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Thoroughly impressed by this company as I got right through to them to determine if the product would fit my new style Dura Ace. It won't but you can't beat being able to get to someone with an answer in less than five minutes. Highest rating for their support department.
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Solidly made, and works well on smooth pavement, September 27, 2010
By Richard Miller (Reardan, WA United States)
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Assembly is easy, despite the little parts, if you follow the excellent directions. Once it's on, it looks good, and provides a decent image of what's behind you, if you're on smooth pavement. It's fairly useless on chip-seal.
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Pefect fit, September 13, 2010
By jh25
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Was not "simple" assembly, but doable. Very solid and stable- even survived a decent crash... does not loosen on long rides as I have seen with other cycle mirrors. Price is incredible, highly recommend and just bought another.
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Great integration and works well, August 16, 2010
By CarolinaGuy
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I was very impressed with how easily the mirror mounted and how well it integrates into the brake/shifter hood. Looks like it belongs. I travel a lot of fairly high-speed, busy roads, and really wanted this as an "early warning system" before I have to start thinking about changing lanes or making a left turn. It is NOT a substitute for looking back before you go, but definitely helps with timing when you want to make a move. Plus, I want to know if and when I'm about to get run over... just a personal preference.
It does vibrate, but unless you're on a really rough road, it serves it's purpose very well. I've been experimenting with stem and bar positioning and find the mirror very easy to adjust.
If you don't mind "purists" scoffing at you, get this mirror. You'll feel safer, and in my opinion, be safer. Pedal hard!
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Great mirror option for the STI, July 30, 2010
By Madone 65
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I looked at several mirrors and tried the helmet, glasses and bar end mounted mirrors - these small mirrors did not give me the view I was looking for. The ONLY negative is this mirror will shake and distort the image on rough roads but street bikes do not have shocks and this should be expected, it is not a design flaw as some other reviews indicated.
Installation of the mirror is very straight forward. It is well designed to attach to the STI handle using the features that are molded in place and hold the rubber grip in place as if it was an OEM part, good investment for your own safety.
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Drop handlebar mirror, July 24, 2010
By Henry Dauber
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Great new type of mirror. Works as advertised. Easy to install. I don't like the mirror on the glasses type and the other mirror I had prior to this one connected on the bottom of the drops. I had to look around my arms to see it. This one is a marked improvement.
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Mirrycle, July 9, 2010
By Music Lover
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It mounts well but it should be out further to the side, my shoulder is in too much of the view.
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really good just the original but fits new shifter style, October 30, 2009
By yomohomoy (Virginia)
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If you used the old style that was secured inline with the brake cable on the old style brake levers on road bikes circa 1980 then this is the same thing but fits new brake/shifter combination sets. thanks mirrcyle. The attachment is a little movable but secure and doesn't vibrate/shake.
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pretty durn good, October 22, 2009
By Denise M. Crabtree (Portland, Oregon)
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I was afraid this was going to be hokey (and some inquiries by bike professionals have inferred as much), but I am pleased with this purchase. I've had the mountain bike version, so was already familiar with the hardware. The mirror seems secure, but it did not fit as instructed. I have one of the configurations listed as needing the full shim, but I could not get the shim on. Hopefully this will not present a problem later on. After having gotten used to having a big mirror on my hybrid, to have the same style of mirror on my road bike has given me peace of mind in commute traffic.
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good product, September 15, 2009
By Manny (USA)
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I installed this on my road bike and I am pleased with it. Very stable and the view is better than any bike mirror I have used. This is designed for bikes with STI shifters and it will snap right in after pulling on the rubber hood real hard.
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Great Little Mirror, August 24, 2009
By mbzxman (San Jose, Ca.)
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I recently purchased a road bike and have been slowly adding accessories. I bought this mirror after reading the reviews and was not disappointed. It is quality construction and fits the Shimano just as described. It adjusts to just about any angle and I feel looks very nice on the bike. I am happy with the purchase and would recommend this item to a friend.
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Function over Form, August 18, 2009
By Road Rider (Nashville, TN)
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The mirror does exactly what you would expect...provide a very good view of traffic and riders coming up on you. The price is great at less than $20. There is some vibration, even more so on rough pavement (like on shoulders). I thought the mirror was too big for my tastes but it does provide a wide field of view. I got used to it rather quickly despite the large size and miss having a mirror now on my new bike.
Easy to install and once adjusted it held pretty well. Great image.
The only complaints I have are: 1) large size almost makes it worse than the helmet/glasses mirror. 2) It get's bumped easily in the mounting location...bike racks, walls, or when changing a flat at roadside. 3) rear view is lost when you stand to get that last push on hills (not sure if any mirror combats this without total distortion of view)
I did not replace this mirror when I upgraded my bike because I am looking for a bar end mirror...those I have found are either very large (Blackburn, Zefal) or too small (Italian or Sprintech). I may be back with this mirror if my search turns up nothing.
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Very good mirror except for the size, August 9, 2009
By RD (Nashville TN)
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This is a great mirror. Put it on my bike and, once adjusted, it was great. Vibration was a factor on rough surfaces but the rear view is still very nice. The only down side is that it is a little large for my taste. As such it does get in the way during storage and transport. Also, when I got a flat it was in the way and prevented me from just standing the bike upside down. I would love a mirror half the size. Sold the bike and had actually removed the mirror but ended up giving it to the buyer at the last minute. I will look for a smaller mirror that doesn't stick out as much and stays out of the way in the event I need to fix another flat.
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Great addition, July 16, 2009
By MO (Toledo, OH USA)
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I have been using this product for about 60 days on a regular basis and find it a great solution to the problem of handle bar mirror for a road bike. Installation was quite easy, the mirror performs flawlessly. I have had to tighten the adjustments on the support arm for stability two times. A great addition to a road bike for safety in my mind.....no more wobble as I look over my shoulder to check traffic on the left. I also feel that the product is reasonably priced.
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Don't waste your money., July 10, 2009
By Team Nix (Ca USA)
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This was a real waste of money. It lasted for two miles until the first small pothole (not a real bone shaker either). The vertical arm broke and the mirror fell off the bar. I repaired it by machining a piece of aluminum rod to replace the broken section. Two months later the horizontal piece that attaches to the handlebar broke (on a rough road, not even a pot hole). It provided a great field of view and I would be happy to pay for a better version, but I would stay away from this one.
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Great mirror for road bikes, July 9, 2009
By Spoke36 (Poughkeepsie, NY USA)
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Assembly takes a few minutes and is worth it. You get a glass mirror, not plastic, which has much clearer images than the plastic type. Also because the mirror is as forward as possible, you can see more than on a clamp-on or a bar-end mirror.
The mirror sides into the slot designed for the rubber hood and is secured with a small screw. There is a slot for the re-attachment of the rubber hood -- very slick. There are shims to make the mirror fit various Shimano break-and-gear shifting units various ages.
If you are not mechanically inclined, you may want to team up with your bike shop or a friend to assemble the unit.
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2 Broken Mirrors, August 16, 2009
By Mike (USA)
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I received 2 of these mirrors yesterday and installed them on our bikes. When I went to the garage this morning one mirror had broken (base elbow) and was laying on the floor. As I moved the other bike, the second mirror broke in the same place and fell to the garage floor breaking the glass. The instructions say you can't over tighten the parts and I don't think I did. Must be a manufacturing defect.
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italian, helmet etc., naaah, August 11, 2009
By Gene A. Williams (Jesup, GA)
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high quality part - probably the best road bike mirror & a great price to boot. great fit on sora to dura-ace. i'd be lost without it. all parts replacable & available. buy two, they're cheap.
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Very well designed, July 25, 2009
By Doctor.Generosity (New England)
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Works great and a big safety factor. Much more effective than those little mirror things that fit on your sunglass frames.
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probably really good, but didn't fit my STIs, February 6, 2012
By localkineguy (Newark, Delaware)
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I was excited for this mirror because of the good reviews it received here on Amazon.com. However, as soon as I got my mirror in the mail, I noticed it had a sticker that said something like "does not fit STI shifters with this open space" and had a corresponding image of an STI shifter with an open space underneath the boot. Of course, I have STI shifters with that space, so this mirror didn't fit my STIs (model #3300). boo
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Mirrycle, December 10, 2011
By JMW
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My third one. Excellent flexibility in use, but very stable during the ride. Very inexpensive - tremendous value. I highly recommend it.
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excellent road bike mirror, October 31, 2011
By Robert E. Terrry (Palos Verdes, CA USA)
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This is the best road bike mirror I have tried, and I have tried a lot of different types. I concur with the criticisms of some of the other reviews, but the overall performance of the mirror is excellent. The position of the mirror is ideally located in your peripheral vision so you don't have to take your eyes off the road. It has a good rigid mount to the STI shifter and the boot fits neatly over the mirror. Be forewarned that you need to have the correct STI version with a mounting clip under the boot. The mirror is mounted on a plastic horizontal and a vertical cantilever beam. This makes it subject to vibration on rough roads and, it needs to be very tightly mounted to keep it from moving. There is a metal slip washer that allows the mirror to be adjusted. Unfortunately this feature also allows the mirror to jar out of position when you hit a big bump. This can be improved by replacing the slip washer with a serrated washer. I agree with the criticism that it can easily be broken. It is made of plastic and is located in a position where it can easily be sheared off if you are not careful. So be careful. You can't expect cast aluminum parts for 20 bucks.
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excellent design, added safety - but with problems, October 9, 2011
By Richard Kagan
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Excellent design, fairly complex build, perfect fit with Shimano STI brake/shifters. Once adjusted, provides very good rearview - an important safety factor. I would rate this higher except for two probs. First, the mirror shifts with significant vibration, no matter how tightly you adjust it. Second, the "elbow" fitting will break with regular use on rough surfaces - and the occasional chuckhole. I've had this happen twice, after roughly six months of daily use. I take this to be a quality defect - use of plastic vs. metal or reinforced parts. The tade-off is low cost of replacement and added safety, which is significant.
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great mirror, October 6, 2011
By Mandy1183
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I use this all the time for any type of ride, saves my neck and makes me feel much safer when cycling on high traffic roads.
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Best mirror solution I have found., August 25, 2011
By ableabe
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I would rather ride without one, but this is the best mirror solution I have found for a road bike. It mounts solidly and out of the way. The view isn't perfect due to vibration, but it is better than anything else I have tried. Good for keeping tabs on cars and other cyclists.
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Bought this for my wife's Motobecane Gigi and she loves it, August 20, 2011
By dogstar49 (Denver, CO)
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Followed the instructions and got it installed on my wife's bike in about15 minutes. After reading some slightly negative reviews, I made sure the hardware is tight. She hasn't had any issues with it, loves it, in fact. She likes being able to see the wanna be "Lances" before they over take her by saying "On your left" . Now she can ring her bike bell before they have a chance to say anything.
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