ShredLights Commuter Pack Review: Modular Lights That Actually Stay Put
August 24, 2020
Commuting on an e-bike at night is one of those things that feels totally fine… right up until the first car rolls up behind you and you realize you’re basically invisible.
I wanted a lighting setup that wasn’t just “a blinking dot,” but something that helped me be seen and actually helped me see what’s ahead. So I installed the ShredLights Commuter Pack and took it out after sunset on a Super73 Z1 to see if it holds up in real-world riding.
Why I Tried ShredLights for an E‑Bike
I’ve used ShredLights in the past on an electric skateboard, and what always stood out was the modular idea: small, lightweight lights that can mount in multiple places.
For commuting, that matters. A single handlebar light is better than nothing, but multiple vantage points (front, rear, even on a backpack) is how you get noticed in traffic.
Install and Setup (Way Easier Than Most Bike Lights)
The first thing I liked was how intuitive the system felt.
The lights snap into mounts and pop back out easily, which makes charging simple and also makes it less annoying to adjust where you want them. The on/off and mode switching is straightforward too: one press cycles modes, and there’s a quick “shut it down” option so you’re not stuck clicking through every setting.
Because everything is modular, I was able to:
Place front lights up on the bike for road illumination
Add a rear red light for visibility from behind
Mount an additional light on a backpack for a higher, more noticeable rear-facing position
That backpack mount is a big deal for commuting. Cars don’t just see a low tail light—they also see light higher up where it’s in more of their direct line of sight.
Beam Pattern and Road Feel
Once it got properly dark, the lights surprised me in the best way.
The beam felt wide and usable, not just a narrow spotlight. Riding through darker sections with trees overhead, I could clearly see the path ahead—bumps, texture changes, little dips—without that “guess and hope” feeling you get with weaker commuter lights.
In practical terms, I felt comfortable pushing along at normal e-bike cruising speed because I could see enough of what was coming.
Stability Over Bumps (No Mid-Ride Readjusting)
A lot of bike lights look fine standing still, then start drooping or rotating the minute you hit rough pavement.
These stayed in place. Even after hitting bigger bumps, the mounts didn’t gradually sag or vibrate out of position. I also liked that even when I pushed on the lights by hand, they didn’t feel flimsy.
For commuting, that’s huge. The best light in the world isn’t helpful if you’re constantly stopping to aim it back at the road.
Real-World Commuting Visibility
The biggest win for me wasn’t just the brightness—it was the “presence.”
With multiple lights positioned around the bike (and on the backpack), I felt a lot more noticeable to cars. In areas where drivers aren’t always paying attention, anything that reduces the chance of surprising someone is worth it.
These lights made me feel more confident holding my line and staying predictable instead of bailing to the sidewalk every time headlights showed up.
Charging and Power Practicality
One of my personal commuting problems is simple: I forget to charge things.
What I like here is the flexibility. The system can be paired with splitter cables so you can run multiple lights from a single USB power source, which opens up the option of using a USB battery pack on the bike. That’s not something everyone will do, but it’s a realistic way to reduce the “dead light” problem if you ride a lot.
What We Like
Modular mounting makes it easy to create a multi-point lighting setup
Wide, usable beam that helped me spot bumps and changes in the path
Mounts held position well over rough riding (no constant readjustment)
Rear visibility improves a lot when you add a higher backpack-mounted light
Easy to remove lights for charging
Things To Consider
You’ll still want to be intentional about aiming the front lights to avoid wasted glare
If your commute is long and frequent, think through your charging routine (or consider running a USB battery setup)
Like any modular setup, you’ll get the best results by experimenting with placement instead of just copying a standard “one front / one rear” layout
Final Thoughts
If you commute on an e-bike—especially something like a Super73 Z1 where you’re mixing bike lanes, neighborhood streets, and darker paths—the ShredLights Commuter Pack is a solid upgrade.
What sold me is how balanced it feels: easy install, stable mounts, and a beam that actually helps with road reading, not just being seen. Add in the ability to place lights in multiple spots (including a backpack), and it becomes a visibility system instead of just “a bike light.”
Links
Shredlights: http://shredlights.com/?aff=248
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