LED Light Advise

woodzman · 02-19-2010, 08:05 AM

I need a new flashlight to use when I'm backpacking and I'd like to give the LED's a try. I need something small, but reasonably bright, with a decent amount of run time between battery changes. Any suggestions?

Archer · 02-19-2010, 05:18 PM

I don't have any particular brands to suggest, but I can tell you that you're making a good move. Those things are bright and don't suck up as much energy from the batteries - even the smallest ones are nice to have for around the campsite!

failghe · 02-20-2010, 08:52 PM

I use a small 3 LED headlight for work. I put it on over my baseball cap. I like it because it is small, uses 2 AAA batteries, the light shines wherever my eyes/head look, and leaves my hands free. No more holding a flashlight for me. Been using them for years.

woodzman · 02-21-2010, 07:50 AM

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Originally Posted by failghe

I use a small 3 LED headlight for work. I put it on over my baseball cap. I like it because it is small, uses 2 AAA batteries, the light shines wherever my eyes/head look, and leaves my hands free. No more holding a flashlight for me. Been using them for years.

I hadn't really given the clip on type much thought, thinking they wouldn't be bright enough, but after reading your post I'm going to have to try one. I'll see if I can pick one up locally today. If not, I'll order one from Cabela's.

Thank you both for your input, I appreciate it.

failghe · 02-24-2010, 10:49 PM

I am glad that we can help. This is a very friendly place.

woodzman · 02-27-2010, 10:02 AM

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Originally Posted by failghe

I am glad that we can help. This is a very friendly place.

I agree, you couldn't ask for a nicer bunch of people. That's one of the things that attracted me to the site to begin with.

I bought a clip light the other day and I have to say that I'm impressed.
I'm going to get another one strictly for camping and keep the one I have now for every day use. Thanks again.

Barney · 03-01-2010, 01:41 PM

I have more than one suggestion, it all depends on your needs and your budget. Surefire E2L Outdoorsman costs around 150$ but it gives 100 hours of 3 lumens light with two AA batteries, not bad. It also has a second mode where extra strong 60 lumens light lasts for 11 hours.

DreamingDear · 03-02-2010, 01:20 PM

I like a small, compact LED Flashlight, and I bought one from my husband at the linked site. He really likes his and uses it all the time...

woodzman · 03-03-2010, 08:34 AM

Thanks for the advise Barney. The Surefire E2L sounds like a nice light, but It's a little pricey for me. I ordered one of the Extreme series lights from Cabela's the other day. Ten LED, runs on AA's, with a run time of 100 hours, $39.99. Thanks again.

Barney · 03-09-2010, 07:58 AM

No problem I am glad you found something that will suit you. Can you tell me what is the lumen strength of that particular flashlight?