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The Blackburn Countdown 1600 Front RC 2018 in black is a powerful and reliable lighting solution designed specifically for mountain biking enthusiasts who venture out after dark. With an impressive 1600 lumens output, this front light ensures your trail is brightly illuminated, making night rides safer and more enjoyable. Its back-lit digital gauge clearly displays the remaining battery life in minutes for each of the six power modes, allowing you to manage your ride time effectively and avoid unexpected darkness.
Engineered with versatility in mind, the Countdown 1600 offers multiple lighting modes including Blitz, High, Medium, Low, Pulse, and Strobe. Switching between modes is effortless with the intuitive power button controls, which also feature a lock/unlock function to prevent accidental activation. The light’s IP-67 waterproof rating means it can withstand dust and immersion in water up to 1 meter deep, making it suitable for all-weather off-road adventures. Additionally, its robust aluminium construction provides durability while keeping the design lightweight and sleek.
Installation is quick and tool-free, compatible with handlebars ranging from 22.2 to 35mm in diameter. The off-road mount keeps the light steady even on rough terrain, while the built-in side visibility channels enhance your presence to cross traffic, increasing safety. The fast charging feature allows you to fully recharge the lithium-ion battery in just 4 hours using a Micro-USB 2.0 port. With the included charging cable, you’re ready to hit the trails whenever night calls.
How long does the battery last on each mode?
The countdown display shows the exact remaining minutes for each of the six modes, helping you plan your ride time efficiently.
Is the light easy to install and remove?
Yes, it uses an aluminium thumb screw mount compatible with handlebar sizes from 22.2 to 35mm, requiring no tools for quick installation or removal.
Stock Status Instock - Instore - Item Usually shipped or available for shop collection, within 48 hours (Mon-Fri)
Instock - Supplier Warehouse - Item is held in Suppliers Warehouse, Depending on the the supplier transfer time can vary from 24 Hours to 14 Days for item held in European warehouse.
(over festive periods some suppliers shut from 24th Dec-2nd Jan so orders can be delayed through this period.)
Brands held in European website include Trek, Bontrager, Electra, Wahoo, Rapha. For up-to-date transfer times please call customer services on +44 (0)1782 768622
Most out products are shipped by FedEx, providing unprecedented reliability and speed. Lightweight Spares below £25.00 value have a Royal Mail postage option, which is sent via Tracked 48 service. - £2.99
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Bike and Home Trainers and oversize Goods £15.00 - FedEx
White Glove Bike Delivery - our white glove option has your bike personally delivered to you by a fully trained Mechanic and Bike fitter - £99.99
(Certain bikes will only have this option such as Cargo Bikes)
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In some cases, we may ship items out with another courier, depending on the status and availability of items ordered. (Customers will not be charged more and will be refunded any unused postage cost) If part of an order is cancelled and the total drops below the £50.00 free postage, a postage charge may be taken.
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If you have any questions about delivery charges, times or none delivery please do not hesitate to get in touch by email:store@swinnertoncycles.co.uk or by telephone on +44 (0)1782 768622. Handling is normally 48 hours, but at busy periods this may be extended but we will endeavor to process your order within 5 working days. Please bear in mind in some cases orders can take longer to process, please contact us for more details.
You may return most new, unopened items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We'll also pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.).
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, simply login to your account, view the order using the "Complete Orders" link under the My Account menu and click the Return Item(s) button. We'll notify you via e-mail of your refund once we've received and processed the returned item.
