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    Flashlight for 'round the world travel

    As a hiker I don't have to tell you that every bit of space and weight will be extremely limited. I suggest that you carry just two Zebralights. Rig them with neck lanyards and magnets as described in other threads here and use one as a backup and battery carrier for the other. Consider an H51F...
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    Proper Flashlight Etiquette for Approaching a Stranger in the Dark

    Most people out walking at night rely on their night vision. When approached by someone with a bright light their night vision is blown and they can't see anything but the light. They're blinded and naturally their defenses soar to high alert as you approach. My advise is the same as most others...
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    December 2011, Flashlights you have bought this month?

    A Surefire E2L for the campsite next summer...
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    What did you use your flashlight for today?

    Leaving a restaurant last night we had to cross a busy street. One of those nights when the visibility was poor...nobody seemed to notice us trying to cross. I slipped my SF E1B out of my pocket, clicked it on high, and lit up the crosswalk. Cars in both directions stopped immediately. Even my...
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    What did you get for black friday (flashlight related)?

    I ordered a bunch of Fenix E01s (in assorted colors) as holiday gifts for nieces and nephews. Everybody needs at least one decent flashlight...
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    November 2011, Flashlights you bought this month?

    SureFire E1B 2 Inova X1 ZebraLight H50
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    Looking for good emergency house flashlights

    As long as you have some good long running lights or lanterns for the long haul haul, I think any inexpensive light will be fine as long as they are loaded with lithium batteries. Emergency lights might sit in a kitchen drawer for five or six years before they get used.
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