Review: DiNotte XML-3
The DiNotte XML-3 is ideal for bar or helmet use (click to enlarge).
Editor’s Note: This article is part of Mtbr and RoadBikeReview’s 2016 Bike Lights Shootout. See the 2016 Mtbr Headlights Index and the RoadBikeReview Commuter Lights Index.
The Lowdown: DiNotte XML-3
The DiNotte XML-3 is a 1500 Lumen light that is ideal for bar or helmet use. Weighing in at 355 grams, it lasts 2:30 hours on full power or 5 hours at a very capable 700 Lumens, and it’s ideal for most of your post-daylight bike adventures.
| Claimed Lumens: 1600 Lumens | Mtbr Lux: N/A |
| Measured Lumens: 1573 Lumens | Mounted weight: 355 grams |
| Lumens per $: 6.87 Lumens | Category: Headlight |
| Lumens per gram: 4.43 Lumens | Price: $229 |
| Run time on high: 2:30 Hours |
Rating:  4.5 Chilis-out-of-5 |
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Full Review: DiNotte XML-3
The DiNotte has excellent beam pattern and color. It’s not the widest beam but it is very even and consistent. The throw is very good as can ride at full speed with this one light alone.
At speed, using this light inspires confidence as one is really able to decipher the trail and see obstacles and trail contours.
Continue to page 2 for more on the DiNotte XML-3, beam pattern and Lumen measurement »
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