Windy - where have you been? Seems like you're a blast from the past!
The technology is there.... just risky to develop and expend too much capitol.
HID has lost its glimmer with the amazing advancements of LED.... "no warmup time.... in many cases exact kelvin of frequency, effects of strobe etc if needed etc.
They all still run pretty hot, but HID is hotter making it more dangerous if it inadvertently gets turned on while in storage or transit.
I've seem some pretty elaborate hosts for LED lights, but seems the HID stuff just isn't being developed too much.
Many of the auto's have had major problems with HID bulbs going out prematurely giving them a bad rap.
And not many folks are really willing to spend hundreds "(greater than 2 - 300.00) on a light they will rarely use except to showcase to their friends.
I find I use my small pocket lights far more than I ever would the others.... but like a big gun, theres nothing like it when you need it!
I'm still awaiting to see what BVH is releasing... "hint, Hint"....
He has some mighty fine looking projects going.... very powerful, focused with lots of throw and not too heavy.
But I also understand marketing this stuff can take the fun out of building it!
Hi Dan. Times still aren't that good but thought I'd check for any updates?
Hmmmm, any news????Karl