UCO MightyLite Flip Lantern
UCO's MightyLite has an advanced CREE XR-E LED that delivers 185 lumens of light. Its four AA-battery power source will run for 25 hours in high-output mode and much longer on low and strobe settings. The MightyLite's tough aluminum housing is built to last, and a flip switch moves its LED between lantern and flashlight modes.
Petzl E+Lite Emergency LED Headlamp
The E+Lite is as comfortable as headlamps get. It's easy to forget you're wearing one but it still gives off plenty of light for most situations. This light can handle extreme weather and temperatures and it's safe to use in explosive environments. The E+Lite has a 360-degree ball joint and its three white and one red LEDs can reach out to 19 meters and run for up to 45 continuous hours. Petzl's E+Lite also includes a built in 100-decibel rescue whistle.
Fenix L0D LED Flashlight
If you're looking for a tiny flashlight that's big on features, the Fenix L0D fits the bill. It generates up to 75 lumens of light from a single AAA battery. Low, intermediate and high power modes, along with strobe and SOS settings, make it versatile enough for most situations. The water-resistant, anodized aluminum body is built for abuse, but it only weighs about an ounce. Battery life ranges from one to 8.5 hours, depending on the mode you select.
LED Lenser Coast P7 Focus Beam Flashlight
If you want maximum performance, the P7 tactical flashlight can turn night into day with its 192-lumen output and effective range of 738 feet. Its four AAA batteries give it 78 hours of service life at the brightest setting and over 130 hours in low-intensity mode. Coast's advanced focus system allows users to adjust the P7's beam from spot to flood with one hand, and a water-resistant, machined aluminum body reveals Coast's commitment to quality. Coast backs the P7 with a lifetime warranty on materials and workmanship.
Article Written By Dan Eash
Dan Eash began writing professionally in 1989, with articles in LaHabra's "Daily Star Progress" and the "Fullerton College Magazine." Since then, he's created scripts for doctor and dentist offices and published manuals, help files and a training video. His freelance efforts also include a book. Eash has a Fullerton College Associate of Arts in music/recording production and a Nova Institute multimedia production certificate.
