The TREK CarBack Radar Tail Light launched in mid April 2024 with updated 77GHz radar technology they claim has a detection range of up to 240m, a full 100m more than other popular cycling radars on the market today. After purchasing a unit it only took a few minutes to discover the user experience wasn't exactly meeting expectations. What followed was some of the most extensive testing I've ever had to undertake to ensure something does what the manufacturer claims. So does it? Sometimes. It's complicated.

Links:
TREK CarBack Official Website: https://tinyurl.com/isthereacarback

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Video Index:
0:00 Intro
0:30 Testing Performed
1:17 Technical Specifications
2:48 Unit Weight / Comparisons
3:06 Pricing
3:22 What's in the Box
3:30 The Mount
3:53 Battery Life
5:08 Radar Claims
5:23 Approaching Lane Detection
6:03 Pre Testing Notes
7:05 Initial Roadside Test
8:07 Initial OnBike Test
13:32 Testing Feedback / Bugs
14:54 SidebySide Comparison Bryton
18:38 SidebySide Comparison Garmin Varia
20:26 SidebySide Comparison Garmin Varia Round 2
22:01 Ultimate Road Test
25:32 Ultimate Road Test Continued
28:27 Bike Path / Parallel Road Test
29:36 Approaching Cyclist Test
30:16 Windy Road Test (Radar Beam Width)
31:02 Following Vehicle Speed / Sensitivity
31:44 Bus Success!
32:41 Pros and Cons
34:25 Overall Summary / Thoughts
36:18 Wrap Up


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