FoxMulder
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I'm training for a rugged hike which will most likely include some moderate climbing. While I get my body in shape for the high altitude excursion, I'm finalizing my backpack list. I need help picking out a rugged light, 2 at most (conserving weight, every ounce counts up at high altitudes).
Can you please suggest 2 lights to take with the following requirements:
1. Rugged enough to survive extreme conditions. I'm not talking about a wimpy 4ft fall, I mean some rugged hiking/climbing banging around type.
2. Waterproof. I'll be crossing waist high streams and it may take a dunk.
3. At least one light must last 4-5 hours or more
4. Size and weight is a consideration. For instance a PT Surge is way too HUGE for this trip. Too much weight and size. I'd rather use the space to pack an MSR MiniWorks.
I was thinking Inova X5t (Long runtime) and SurFire G2 (More Throw).
I'm not worried about the X5t, but how will the G2 hold up to being ground into the dirt, dunked into water and banged around? Thank you in advance, I appreciate your input.
Can you please suggest 2 lights to take with the following requirements:
1. Rugged enough to survive extreme conditions. I'm not talking about a wimpy 4ft fall, I mean some rugged hiking/climbing banging around type.
2. Waterproof. I'll be crossing waist high streams and it may take a dunk.
3. At least one light must last 4-5 hours or more
4. Size and weight is a consideration. For instance a PT Surge is way too HUGE for this trip. Too much weight and size. I'd rather use the space to pack an MSR MiniWorks.
I was thinking Inova X5t (Long runtime) and SurFire G2 (More Throw).
I'm not worried about the X5t, but how will the G2 hold up to being ground into the dirt, dunked into water and banged around? Thank you in advance, I appreciate your input.